A recent deep dive into the financial health of Paramount Global reveals a challenging outlook for the media giant’s third-quarter earnings. Equities researchers at Seaport Res Ptn have presented a notably pessimistic forecast, a significant development that could sway investor sentiment in the coming months.
Specifically, Seaport Res Ptn analyst D. Joyce revised the Q3 2025 earnings per share (EPS) estimates for Paramount Global, lowering them to $0.41 from a previous projection of $0.47. This downward adjustment is coupled with a “Strong Sell” rating on the stock, signaling a firm belief in potential underperformance. Further detailed projections from Seaport Res Ptn include Q4 2025 EPS at $0.11, FY2025 at $1.25 EPS, and future estimates for 2026, indicating a sustained cautious stance.
Reflecting on past performance, Paramount Global’s last quarterly earnings report on May 8th saw the company post $0.29 EPS, narrowly surpassing analyst consensus estimates of $0.27. Revenue for the quarter reached $7.19 billion, slightly exceeding the $7.14 billion anticipated. Despite these beats, the firm experienced a 6.4% year-over-year revenue decline, highlighting underlying pressures.
An examination of Paramount Global’s financial ratios reveals mixed signals. The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.84, a quick ratio of 1.18, and a current ratio of 1.29. With a market capitalization of $8.97 billion, the stock currently carries a negative P/E ratio of -1.62, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 4.06, and a beta of 1.19, reflecting its volatility relative to the broader market.
Stock performance metrics also paint a dynamic picture. Paramount Global shares opened at $13.30 on a recent Wednesday, trading within a 52-week range of $9.95 to $13.59. The company’s fifty-day moving average stands at $12.49, while its 200-day moving average is $11.70, suggesting some recent upward momentum despite the analyst downgrade.
Shareholders recently received a quarterly dividend of $0.05, paid on July 1st, translating to an annualized dividend of $0.20 and a yield of 1.50%. The ex-dividend date was June 16th. However, the company’s payout ratio stands at -2.43%, which warrants investor attention given the context of its earnings and financial health.
Institutional investors have shown varying degrees of activity. Major firms like Ethic Inc. and Chevy Chase Trust Holdings LLC boosted their positions, while VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS ET Al and Cannon Global Investment Management LLC acquired new stakes. Allianz Asset Management GmbH also increased its holdings, with institutional investors collectively owning a substantial 73.00% of the company’s stock, indicating significant professional interest in Paramount Global’s trajectory.
Paramount Global functions as a diverse media, streaming, and entertainment entity globally, operating through its TV Media, Direct-to-Consumer, and Filmed Entertainment segments. Its expansive portfolio includes well-known brands such as CBS Television Network, MTV, Comedy Central, and Nickelodeon, alongside international networks, solidifying its presence across the media landscape.
The latest analyst report from Seaport Res Ptn underscores a critical moment for Paramount Global, as investors closely monitor how these revised estimates and the “Strong Sell” rating will influence market perception and the company’s strategic responses in the competitive entertainment industry. The future financial performance of this prominent media company remains a key point of focus for the investment community.
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