LBTYB:NGS-Liberty Global plc Class B Ordinary Shares (USD)

EQUITY | Telecom Services | Nasdaq Global Select

Last Closing

USD 19.71

Change

-0.28 (-1.41)%

Market Cap

USD 29.03B

Volume

420.00

Analyst Target

N/A
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About

Liberty Global Group through its subsidiaries provides video, broadband internet, fixed-line telephony and mobile services serving approximately 29 million customers across 12 countries under consumer brands Virgin Media, Ziggo, Unitymedia, Telenet & UPC.

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ETFs Containing LBTYB

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Telecom Services) Market Performance vs. Exchange (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 10.67% 52% F 56% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return 10.67% 52% F 56% F
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain 17.46% 52% F 52% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return 17.46% 52% F 52% F
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain -21.32% 33% F 36% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return -21.32% 33% F 37% F
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain -2.15% 38% F 33% F
Dividend Return -2.15% 31% F 30% F
Total Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 22.60% 86% B+ 73% C
Risk Adjusted Return -9.50% 28% F 29% F
Market Capitalization 29.03B 67% D+ 91% A-

Key Financial Ratios

  Ratio vs. Industry/Classification (Telecom Services) Ratio vs. Market (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
Market Value  
Price / Earning Ratio 15.50 63% 56%
Price/Book Ratio 0.39 93% 92%
Price / Cash Flow Ratio 2.34 78% 45%
Price/Free Cash Flow Ratio 15.11 19% 24%
Management Effectiveness  
Return on Equity -20.66% 14% 44%
Return on Invested Capital -0.85% 41% 56%
Return on Assets 0.06% 24% 59%
Debt to Equity Ratio 78.47% 58% 30%

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Analyst Rating

Target Price Action Rating Action Analyst Rating Price Date

This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Underpriced on cashflow basis

The stock is trading low compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis and is in the top quartile. It may be underpriced but do check its financial performance to make sure there is no specific reason.

Underpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading low compared to its peers on a price to book value basis and is in the top quartile. It may be underpriced but do check its financial performance to make sure there is no specific reason.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

What to not like:
Poor risk adjusted returns

This company is delivering below median risk adjusted returns in its peers. Even if it is outperforming on returns , the returns are unpredictable. Proceed with caution.

Poor return on assets

The company management has delivered below median return on assets in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.

Below median dividend returns

The company’s average income yield over the past 5 years has been low compared to its peers. However, it is not a problem if you are not looking for income.

Overpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.

Low Earnings Growth

This stock has shown below median earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector

Low Revenue Growth

This stock has shown below median revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector