LBTYK:NGS-Liberty Global plc

EQUITY | Communication Services | Nasdaq Global Select

Last Closing

USD 26.54

Change

+0.68 (+2.63)%

Market Cap

USD 29.05B

Volume

3.55M

Analyst Target

USD 34.00
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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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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Communication Services) Market Performance vs. Exchange (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 28.59% 76% C+ 79% B-
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return 28.59% 76% C+ 78% C+
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain -5.99% 51% F 58% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return -5.99% 51% F 56% F
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain -35.91% 42% F 29% F
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Total Return -35.91% 35% F 27% F
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain -12.78% 24% F 15% F
Dividend Return -12.78% 14% F 15% F
Total Return N/A N/A N/A N/A F
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 15.43% 79% B- 75% C
Risk Adjusted Return -82.85% 7% C- 6% D-
Market Capitalization 29.05B 87% B+ 97% N/A

Key Financial Ratios

  Ratio vs. Industry/Classification (Communication Services) Ratio vs. Market (Nasdaq Global Select)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
Market Value  
Price / Earning Ratio -43.51 79% 93%
Price/Book Ratio 1.93 40% 47%
Price / Cash Flow Ratio 1.11 48% 55%
Price/Free Cash Flow Ratio 8.09 36% 44%
Management Effectiveness  
Return on Equity -5.57% 37% 37%
Return on Invested Capital 23.24% 93% 88%
Return on Assets -0.85% 49% 43%
Debt to Equity Ratio 24.75% 66% 63%

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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:
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.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

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.

Overpriced on cashflow basis

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

Overpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading high compared to its peers median on a price to book value basis.

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.

Negative earnings

The company had negative total earnings in the most recent four quarters.

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.