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PPHC Stock Chart & Stats
$10.96
$0.35(3.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$10.96
$0.35(3.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$7.01 - $15.15
Previous CloseN/A
Volume57.11K
Average Volume (3M)104.31K
Market Cap
$340.54M
Enterprise Value$220.22
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$36.92M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$72.26M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.65
Next Earnings
Mar 17, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.29%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.17
Shares Outstanding30,216,534
10 Day Avg. Volume104,856
30 Day Avg. Volume104,313
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.01
Price to Book (P/B)4.36
Price to Sales (P/S)1.75
P/FCF Ratio13.18
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 Target
$17.33Price Target Upside58.15% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)1.26
Revenue Forecast (FY)$214.64M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Growth And Upgraded OutlookStrong reported growth, continued organic expansion, and a higher full-year revenue target indicate sustained demand for PPHC’s public affairs and communications services. This provides a durable base for agency investment, client development, and continued scale over the coming quarters.
Adjusted EBITDA Margin StrengthHigh adjusted EBITDA margins and an increased margin outlook suggest that PPHC’s agency network can convert revenue into substantial operating earnings before specified adjustments. Sustained margin performance would support reinvestment and improve the economics of future growth.
Acquisition-led Capability ExpansionThe acquisitions broaden PPHC’s service capabilities and geographic reach while adding another lobbying market. Management describes the transactions as margin-accretive and capability-focused, creating a platform for cross-selling, client expansion, and longer-term organic growth.
Bears Say
Persistent GAAP LossesRecurring GAAP losses and deteriorating reported margins show that strong adjusted results have not yet translated into consistent bottom-line profitability. This limits retained earnings and leaves PPHC more dependent on operational improvement and adjustments to demonstrate durable earnings power.
Lower First-half Free Cash FlowThe sharp first-half cash-flow decline indicates that reported operating performance is not converting evenly into cash during the year. Although management expects a second-half recovery, working-capital demands and seasonal payments could constrain funding flexibility if the pattern persists.
Dilution And Rising Corporate CostsA substantially higher share count dilutes per-share participation in the company’s operating gains, while rising public-company and holding-company costs pressure consolidated margins. Together, these factors can reduce shareholder-level earnings leverage even if agency performance remains solid.
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. News
PPHC FAQ
What was Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. lowest stock price was $7.00 and its highest was $15.15 in the past 12 months.
What is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s market cap?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s market cap is $340.54M.
When is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 17, 2027 which is in 186 days.
How were Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. released its earnings results on Aug 10, 2026. The company reported $0.34 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.3 by $0.04.
Is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. pay dividends?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.24 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.29%. See more information on Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. dividends here
What is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. have?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. has 30,216,534 shares outstanding.
What happened to Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. reported an EPS of $0.34 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.3. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.716%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PPHC
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Company Description
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.
Public Policy Holding Company, Inc. is a global strategic communications provider that offers a range of advisory services in government relations, public affairs, and corporate communications. The company supports clients in enhancing and defending their reputations, advancing policy objectives, and managing regulatory risk. It serves over 1,400 clients, including nearly half of the Fortune 100, across major sectors like healthcare, financial services, and technology.
PPHC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$17.33
▲(58.15% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
15.52% Insiders
17.75% Mutual Funds
16.35% Other Institutional Investors
49.06% Public Companies and
Individual Investors