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U.S. Broadcasting Industry Analysis

UpdatedApr 05, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies21
  • 7D-0.9%
  • 3M-22.4%
  • 1Y-4.8%
  • YTDn/a

Over the last 7 days, the Broadcasting industry has remained flat, although notably Paramount Skydance gained 8.3%. Unfortunately though, the industry is down 4.8% over the past 12 months. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to grow by 21% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Broadcasting Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Sun, 05 Apr 2026US$42.2bUS$59.3bUS$849.7m13.2x49.7x0.7x
Tue, 03 Mar 2026US$51.7bUS$62.5bUS$1.1b12.7x46.7x0.8x
Thu, 29 Jan 2026US$54.9bUS$62.9bUS$2.1b12.5x26.6x0.9x
Sat, 27 Dec 2025US$58.0bUS$62.9bUS$2.1b12.4x28.1x0.9x
Mon, 24 Nov 2025US$56.7bUS$62.9bUS$2.1b11.5x27.5x0.9x
Wed, 22 Oct 2025US$55.2bUS$63.4bUS$2.9b7.1x18.7x0.9x
Fri, 19 Sep 2025US$57.7bUS$63.4bUS$2.9b7.5x19.6x0.9x
Sun, 17 Aug 2025US$52.6bUS$63.4bUS$3.0b7.3x17.5x0.8x
Tue, 15 Jul 2025US$44.4bUS$63.4b-US$2,756,815,139.006x-16.1x0.7x
Thu, 12 Jun 2025US$43.2bUS$63.0b-US$2,646,260,139.005.8x-16.3x0.7x
Sat, 10 May 2025US$43.5bUS$65.6b-US$2,210,023,233.006.9x-19.7x0.7x
Mon, 07 Apr 2025US$44.5bUS$66.3b-US$2,413,463,945.003.6x-18.4x0.7x
Wed, 05 Mar 2025US$43.1bUS$66.0b-US$2,672,626,732.004.8x-16.1x0.7x
Fri, 31 Jan 2025US$39.4bUS$61.7b-US$3,327,718,732.008.4x-11.8x0.6x
Sun, 29 Dec 2024US$38.4bUS$61.7b-US$3,327,718,732.008.5x-11.5x0.6x
Tue, 26 Nov 2024US$38.2bUS$61.7b-US$3,327,718,732.009.2x-11.5x0.6x
Thu, 24 Oct 2024US$35.5bUS$61.2b-US$4,025,004,994.0012.7x-8.8x0.6x
Sat, 21 Sep 2024US$34.7bUS$61.2b-US$4,024,153,994.0012.4x-8.6x0.6x
Mon, 19 Aug 2024US$34.5bUS$61.2b-US$3,977,595,994.0012.2x-8.7x0.6x
Wed, 17 Jul 2024US$34.4bUS$62.0bUS$736.3m8.4x46.7x0.6x
Fri, 14 Jun 2024US$31.3bUS$62.0bUS$736.3m7.9x42.5x0.5x
Sun, 12 May 2024US$34.4bUS$62.0bUS$737.4m7.9x46.6x0.6x
Tue, 09 Apr 2024US$32.4bUS$62.3b-US$819,797,138.0010.8x-39.5x0.5x
Thu, 07 Mar 2024US$30.0bUS$62.3b-US$817,722,138.0010.7x-36.7x0.5x
Sat, 03 Feb 2024US$37.7bUS$67.6b-US$132,206,883.0012.9x-285.5x0.6x
Mon, 01 Jan 2024US$36.0bUS$67.6b-US$132,206,883.0012.2x-272.1x0.5x
Wed, 29 Nov 2023US$35.3bUS$67.6b-US$74,326,883.0010.5x-474.3x0.5x
Fri, 27 Oct 2023US$32.1bUS$69.2bUS$394.3m6.8x81.5x0.5x
Sun, 24 Sep 2023US$34.3bUS$69.2bUS$394.3m6.5x87x0.5x
Tue, 22 Aug 2023US$38.6bUS$70.2bUS$402.1m7.3x95.9x0.5x
Thu, 20 Jul 2023US$41.8bUS$71.1bUS$2.2b8.6x19.1x0.6x
Sat, 17 Jun 2023US$40.9bUS$71.1bUS$2.2b7.1x18.7x0.6x
Mon, 15 May 2023US$38.6bUS$71.1bUS$2.2b6.9x17.6x0.5x
Wed, 12 Apr 2023US$48.9bUS$75.0bUS$6.6b6.7x7.4x0.7x
Price to Earnings Ratio

7.4x


Total Market Cap: US$48.9bTotal Earnings: US$6.6bTotal Revenue: US$75.0bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Broadcasting Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average -27.7x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are optimistic on the American Broadcasting industry, and appear confident in long term growth rates.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 49.7x which is higher than its 3-year average PE of -27.7x.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 0.64x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Broadcasting industry have declined 49% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 7.5% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Comparison

How does U.S. Broadcasting compare with similar industries?

US Market3.46%
Telecom6.40%
Media3.12%
Broadcasting-0.90%
Cable and Satellite5.45%
Advertising3.13%
Publishing2.22%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
PSKY Paramount SkydanceUS$9.528.3%
+US$823.1m		-14.0%PS0.4x
IHRT iHeartMediaUS$3.1512.5%
+US$54.5m		162.5%PS0.1x
AMCX AMC NetworksUS$7.1710.0%
+US$27.8m		15.5%PE3.4x
TSQ Townsquare MediaUS$5.7014.7%
+US$12.5m		-22.4%PS0.2x
MDIA MediaCo HoldingUS$0.729.6%
+US$5.1m		-39.7%PS0.4x

Latest News

AMCX
US$7.17
AMC Networks
7D
10.0%
1Y
15.5%

AMC Networks: Stabilizing Revenue Has Me Bullish Again (Rating Upgrade)

Apr 04
GTN
US$4.49
Gray Media
7D
-2.0%
1Y
23.4%

GTN: Expanding Sports Simulcasts Will Keep Earnings Multiples Under Pressure

Analysts have raised their price target on Gray Media to $4.00, citing updated assumptions that include slightly higher revenue growth, a modest improvement in profit margin, and a small adjustment to the forward P/E multiple. What's in the News Multi year agreement with the Atlanta Braves to simulcast 25 regular season games across 24 markets in six states, with Gray’s Raycom Sports providing end to end live production for BravesVision starting March 27, 2026 (Client Announcements).
MDIA
US$0.72
MediaCo Holding
7D
9.6%
1Y
-39.7%
SGA
US$11.81
Saga Communications
7D
-1.3%
1Y
0.3%
SSP
US$3.65
E.W. Scripps
7D
-2.1%
1Y
53.4%
TSQ
US$5.70
Townsquare Media
7D
14.7%
1Y
-22.4%

Search And Remnant Ad Pressures Will Eventually Set Up A Stronger Digital Mix

Catalysts About Townsquare Media Townsquare Media is a local media company that generates revenue from digital advertising, subscription digital marketing services and broadcast radio. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
PSKY
US$9.52
Paramount Skydance
7D
8.3%
1Y
-14.0%
NXST
US$180.38
Nexstar Media Group
7D
-15.4%
1Y
17.6%
NMAX
US$5.68
Newsmax
7D
-3.4%
1Y
-87.4%
FOXA
US$58.62
Fox
7D
-0.8%
1Y
17.9%

FOXA: World Cup And Election Advertising Will Counter Higher NFL Rights Costs

The updated analyst price target for Fox has edged lower by a few dollars, reflecting a mix of reduced targets tied to concerns around upcoming NFL rights costs and recent downgrades, partially offset by fresh upgrades that point to advertising catalysts and sports betting opportunities. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Fox highlights a split view, with some firms cutting ratings and targets around NFL rights risk while others see the recent share pullback as an entry point supported by advertising and sports betting themes.
SBGI
US$13.01
Sinclair
7D
-1.0%
1Y
-5.6%

SBGI: Solid Finish And Steady Outlook Will Support Shares Going Forward

Narrative Update on Sinclair Analysts have lifted their price target on Sinclair to $30 from $27, citing what they describe as a solid finish to the year and limited expected pressure on the bottom line, assuming no material change in the broader economic environment. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are emphasizing that the higher US$30 price target, up from US$27, reflects confidence in Sinclair's recent execution and the way the company wrapped up the year.
UONE.K
US$5.40
Urban One
7D
-5.3%
1Y
-12.9%
EVC
US$3.02
Entravision Communications
7D
0.3%
1Y
56.5%
IHRT
US$3.15
iHeartMedia
7D
12.5%
1Y
162.5%