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AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

AMC Networks Inc stock (AMCX) is currently trading at $6.77. AMC Networks Inc PE ratio is 4.10. AMC Networks Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.13. Analyst consensus price target for AMCX is $7.33. WallStSmart rates AMCX as Hold.

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AMCX

AMC Networks Inc

NASDAQCOMMUNICATION SERVICES
$6.77
$0.16 (-2.31%)
52W$5.41
$10.28
Target$7.33+8.3%

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AMCX Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · AMC Networks Inc (AMCX)

Margin of Safety
+90.3%
Strong Buy Zone
AMCX Fair Value
$77.69
Graham Formula
Current Price
$6.77
$70.92 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $77.69
Overvalued
Price $6.77
Graham IV $77.69
Analyst $7.33

AMCX trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $77.69, offering a 90% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in price/sales, price/book, eps growth. Concerns around market cap and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
Price/SalesValuation
0.1310/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
0.3010/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

EPS GrowthGrowth
82.20%10/10

Earnings per share surging 82.20% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
105.83%10/10

105.83% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
4.102
Undervalued
Forward P/E
3.143
Attractive
Trailing P/E
4.102
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.128
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.71
Undervalued

AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 3.3/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-0.80%0/10

Revenue declining -0.80%, a shrinking business

Profit MarginProfitability
3.87%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Market CapQuality
$296M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Operating MarginProfitability
10.20%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Return on EquityProfitability
10.40%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

PEG RatioValuation
1.756/10

Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive

Supporting Valuation Data

AMCX Target Price
$7.33
6% Downside

AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 62/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.13), Price/Book (0.30) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 82.20%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.75) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -0.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 10.40%, Operating Margin at 10.20%, Profit Margin at 3.87%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 10.40% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -0.80% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Sales, Price/Book) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

AMCX Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

AMCX's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.13x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 0.64x (15th percentile). The current valuation is 92% below its historical high of 1.62x set in Oct 2013, and 60% above its historical low of 0.08x in Jul 2025. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~0.1x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for AMC Networks Inc (AMCX) · COMMUNICATION SERVICESENTERTAINMENT

The Big Picture

AMC Networks Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 2.3B with 80% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 387.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1040.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 40M in free cash flow and 49M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 80% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Debt management: total debt of 1.9B is significantly higher than cash (502M). Monitor refinancing risk.

Sector dynamics: monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact AMC Networks Inc.

Bottom Line

AMC Networks Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(62 last 3 months)

Total Buys
23
Total Sells
39

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:28:30 AM

About AMC Networks Inc(AMCX)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Industry

ENTERTAINMENT

Country

USA

AMC Networks Inc., an entertainment company, owns and operates a suite of video entertainment products that are delivered to the public and a platform to distributors and advertisers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.

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