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NEC Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.98
<AU$0.01(0.53%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.98
<AU$0.01(0.53%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.75 - AU$1.28
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.45M
Average Volume (3M)7.26M
Market Cap
AU$1.21B
Enterprise ValueAU$2.98K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$92.39M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.14
Next Earnings
Feb 24, 2027EPS Estimate
0.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield10.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.26
Shares Outstanding1,585,762,100
10 Day Avg. Volume8,275,948
30 Day Avg. Volume7,261,373
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio<0.01
Price to Book (P/B)1.19
Price to Sales (P/S)0.64
P/FCF Ratio10.73
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$1.17Price Target Upside19.64% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.09
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$2.48B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Stan Growth And ProfitabilityStan is demonstrating improving scale, pricing power and subscriber momentum within a recurring-revenue business. Record EBITDA growth and higher ARPU strengthen the streaming platform’s contribution, while sports engagement can support retention and further monetisation over the next several quarters.
Digital Subscriptions And Masthead ResilienceSustained double-digit digital subscription growth indicates durable customer demand for Nine’s premium news brands and reduces reliance on cyclical advertising. The masthead portfolio also produced a 33% EBITDA margin, supporting recurring revenue quality and ongoing investment in digital products.
Recurring Cost Savings And Cash GenerationThe cost-out program is producing recurring savings rather than relying solely on temporary revenue improvement, which can support margins across the portfolio. Positive free cash flow provides additional internal funding capacity for content, technology and targeted growth while earnings recover.
Bears Say
Revenue Decline And Net LossThe latest results show a material deterioration in revenue quality and profitability after several years of positive net margins. Lower gross margin and a large net loss reduce the company’s ability to self-fund investment, absorb operating volatility and convert audience reach into dependable earnings.
Higher Leverage And Reduced Balance-sheet CushionThe step-up in leverage leaves Nine with less financial flexibility while profitability is weak. Higher debt relative to equity can constrain capital allocation, increase sensitivity to operating underperformance and make it harder to fund strategic initiatives without preserving cash or reducing obligations.
Structural Pressure In Broadcast TelevisionBroadcast television remains a significant earnings exposure, yet its advertising market is contracting and Total TV profitability is declining. Continued audience and advertiser migration toward digital platforms could pressure pricing, utilisation and content returns, making the portfolio reshaping strategically necessary.
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited News
NEC FAQ
What was Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited lowest share price was AU$0.74 and its highest was AU$1.28 in the past 12 months.
What is Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s market cap?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s market cap is AU$1.21B.
When is Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 24, 2027 which is in 155 days.
How were Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited released its earnings results on Aug 25, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.003 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of AU$0.023 by -AU$0.026.
Is Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited pay dividends?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.03 which represents an annual dividend yield of 10.07%. See more information on Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited dividends here
What is Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.05.
How many shares outstanding does Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited have?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited has 1,585,762,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.003 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of AU$0.023. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.242%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:NEC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$1.17 (19.64% Upside)
AU$1.17 (19.64% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:NEC Sentiment 83%
Sector Average 58%
Sector Average 58%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$46.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-30.24%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
10.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.56%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited
Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited, established in 1956 and based in North Sydney, Australia, is a diversified media enterprise that produces and broadcasts content across various platforms within Australia, including free-to-air television, on-demand video services, and major city radio networks. The company's operations are divided into Broadcasting, Digital and Publishing, Domain Group, and Stan. Its television portfolio features channels like 9Network, Channel 9, 9Gem, 9Go!, 9Life, and 9Rush, complemented by the 9Now streaming service. In radio, it manages prominent stations such as 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, and 6PR. Beyond broadcast, Nine is a significant publisher, issuing newspapers, news-inserted magazines, digital content, and organizing events. Its digital footprint includes nine.com.au, offering a blend of news, lifestyle, sports, and entertainment. Renowned mastheads like The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, and The Australian Financial Review fall under its publishing arm, alongside Brisbane Times, WAtoday, The Sun-Herald, and The Sunday Age. Additionally, the company provides real estate media and technology solutions.
NEC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$1.17
▲(19.64% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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