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Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc stock (CCO) is currently trading at $2.40. Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.74. Analyst consensus price target for CCO is $2.45. WallStSmart rates CCO as Sell.

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CCO

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc

NYSECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
$2.40
$0.02 (0.84%)
52W$0.81
$2.43
Target$2.45+2.2%

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Smart Analysis

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

40
out of 100
Grade: F
Hold
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 operating margin, price/sales, institutional own.. Concerns around peg ratio and eps growth. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) Key Strengths (3)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
Price/SalesValuation
0.7410/10

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

Institutional Own.Quality
76.91%10/10

76.91% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Operating MarginProfitability
25.10%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $25 kept per $100 revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
0.743
Undervalued

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 2.6/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-75.80%0/10

Earnings declining -75.80%, profits shrinking

PEG RatioValuation
16.572/10

Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium

Profit MarginProfitability
1.24%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Revenue GrowthGrowth
8.20%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 8.20%

Market CapQuality
$1.19B5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
114.94
Expensive

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 40/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 2.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Institutional Own., Operating Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.74) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 25.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (16.57) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.20%, EPS Growth at -75.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Profit Margin at 1.24%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Operating Margin at 25.10% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 8.20% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher 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

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and PEG Ratio are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

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.

CCO Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

CCO's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.74x trades 49% below its historical average of 1.45x (29th percentile). The current valuation is 86% below its historical high of 5.22x set in Dec 2006, and 643% above its historical low of 0.1x in Mar 2020.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc (CCO) · COMMUNICATION SERVICESADVERTISING AGENCIES

The Big Picture

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 1.6B with 8% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 124.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 124.0% and operating margin of 25.1% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 30M in free cash flow and 56M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 2.33, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor ADVERTISING AGENCIES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc.

Bottom Line

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 124.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

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.

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About Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc(CCO)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Industry

ADVERTISING AGENCIES

Country

USA

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. owns, operates and sells advertising displays in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.