Paramount Global is currently under scrutiny following a significant revision in its earnings per share (EPS) estimates for Q3 2025 by research analysts at Seaport Res Ptn, signaling potential challenges ahead for the media giant.
The updated forecast, issued on Monday, July 28th, by Seaport Res Ptn analyst D. Joyce, now projects Paramount Global will report earnings of $0.41 per share, a notable decrease from their previous estimate of $0.47, highlighting a cautious outlook on the company’s financial health.
Further compounding investor concerns, Seaport Res Ptn has maintained a “Strong Sell” rating on the stock, while the consensus estimate for Paramount Global’s current full-year earnings stands at $1.77 per share, reflecting a broader market sentiment of pessimism.
Beyond the immediate quarter, Seaport Res Ptn also released revised earnings forecasts for subsequent periods, including Q4 2025 at $0.11 EPS, FY2025 at $1.25 EPS, Q2 2026 at $0.57 EPS, Q3 2026 at $0.40 EPS, Q4 2026 at $0.10 EPS, and FY2026 at $1.45 EPS, painting a comprehensive picture of future performance expectations for the entertainment company.
Despite the current gloomy outlook, Paramount Global did manage to surpass its Q1 earnings consensus, reporting $0.29 EPS against an estimate of $0.27 on Thursday, May 8th. However, the company’s negative net margin of 19.09% and a 6.4% year-over-year revenue decrease suggest underlying financial pressures despite a positive return on equity of 4.80%.
Shares of Paramount Global opened at $13.30, navigating through various market indicators including a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.84 and a market capitalization of $8.97 billion. The stock’s performance metrics, such as a 50-day moving average of $12.49 and a 200-day moving average of $11.70, provide insight into its recent trading behavior and volatility, alongside a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.62.
In a recent development, Paramount Global announced a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, paid on Tuesday, July 1st, reflecting an annualized yield of 1.50%. This financial move comes amidst significant institutional investment activity, with major firms like American Century Companies Inc. and Norges Bank adjusting their holdings, underscoring the dynamic landscape of institutional investments in the company’s stock.
At its core, Paramount Global operates as a diversified media, streaming, and entertainment company, encompassing a vast array of global networks and platforms. Its operational segments, including TV Media, Direct-to-Consumer, and Filmed Entertainment, highlight its extensive reach across broadcast television, premium cable, and international markets, providing context for the PARA earnings forecast and the broader media company performance.
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