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LEE Stock Chart & Stats
$8.27
$0.24(3.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$8.27
$0.24(3.21%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$3.34 - $11.88
Previous CloseN/A
Volume43.47K
Average Volume (3M)42.25K
Market Cap
$181.23M
Enterprise Value$543.50
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$59.43M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$475.30M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.58
Next Earnings
Dec 03, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.55
Shares Outstanding22,292,044
10 Day Avg. Volume30,958
30 Day Avg. Volume42,247
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.02
Price to Book (P/B)-0.77
Price to Sales (P/S)0.06
P/FCF Ratio-4.68
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Digital TransformationThe majority-digital revenue mix shows durable progress beyond legacy print, with digital subscriptions, advertising and agency services supporting more scalable products and potentially stronger margins as the transition continues.
Operational EfficiencyBroad cost reductions across corporate overhead and legacy operations are expanding profitability despite revenue pressure. Sustained efficiency gains can improve resilience and help digital revenue cover a larger share of fixed costs.
Profitability ImprovementImproving EBITDA, lower interest expense and a higher outlook indicate meaningful operating progress. If maintained without one-time benefits, this trend could strengthen internal funding capacity and support Lee’s digital-first strategy.
Bears Say
High Leverage And Thin EquityA thin or negative equity cushion leaves limited protection against operating setbacks and restricts financial flexibility. High leverage can absorb cash through interest and refinancing needs, making execution risk more consequential.
Declining Revenue And Persistent LossesSeveral years of shrinking revenue show that the digital transition has not yet fully offset structural print and advertising declines. Continuing net losses weaken earnings quality and make sustainable growth dependent on further cost actions.
Weak Cash GenerationNegative current cash flow indicates the business is not yet self-funding, despite improved EBITDA. Persistent cash volatility can limit debt reduction, investment in digital products and the company’s ability to absorb unexpected costs.
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LEE FAQ
What was Lee Enterprises Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lee Enterprises Inc. lowest stock price was $3.34 and its highest was $11.88 in the past 12 months.
What is Lee Enterprises Inc.’s market cap?
Lee Enterprises Inc.’s market cap is $181.23M.
When is Lee Enterprises Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Lee Enterprises Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 03, 2026 which is in 87 days.
How were Lee Enterprises Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Lee Enterprises Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported -$0.16 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Lee Enterprises Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Lee Enterprises Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Lee Enterprises Inc. pay dividends?
Lee Enterprises Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Lee Enterprises Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Lee Enterprises Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Lee Enterprises Inc. have?
Lee Enterprises Inc. has 22,292,044 shares outstanding.
What happened to Lee Enterprises Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Lee Enterprises Inc. reported an EPS of -$0.16 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.84%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lee Enterprises Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LEE
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
Lee Enterprises Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 200.0 Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $687.7K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
108.46%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.31%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Lee Enterprises Inc.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated, a long-standing media organization founded in 1890 and headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, delivers local news, critical information, and diverse advertising services throughout the United States. The company publishes a range of print and digital editions, including daily, weekly, and monthly newspapers and other periodicals. Beyond traditional publishing, Lee Enterprises provides essential digital services such as web hosting and robust content management systems. Its comprehensive marketing and advertising offerings include strategies for audience expansion, search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), the development of web and mobile platforms, social media engagement, and online reputation monitoring and management. Furthermore, the company offers integrated digital publishing and content management solutions designed to help various clients—such as media companies, universities, television stations, and niche publishers—create, distribute, and monetize their multimedia content. Lee Enterprises also engages in commercial printing, distributes publications from other entities, and operates its own dedicated digital marketing agency.
LEE Company Deck
LEE Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized material progress in Lee Enterprises' digital transformation, strong profitability gains (adjusted EBITDA up 23% YoY, margin expansion, return to net income), meaningful balance sheet improvements (cash up to $59M, lower interest costs), and new capital-light growth channels (Hoffman Media Group management agreement). Offsetting these positives are continued advertising-market uncertainty, modest near-term debt paydown, reliance on cost reductions for improved results, and limited realized proceeds from non-core asset monetization. Overall, the positive operational momentum and financial improvements outweigh the challenges.View all LEE earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Ownership Overview
74.93% Insiders
2.14% Mutual Funds
12.46% Other Institutional Investors
8.02% Public Companies and
Individual Investors