Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. (PPHC)
LSE:PPHC
PPHC Stock Chart & Stats
$10.41
$0.19(1.86%)
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$9.81 - $15.15
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)N/A
Market Cap
$299.96M
Enterprise Value$335.79M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$20.41M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$68.44M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.64
Next Earnings
Sep 17, 2026EPS Estimate
0.29Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.60
Shares Outstanding29,350,077
10 Day Avg. VolumeN/A
30 Day Avg. VolumeN/A
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio>-0.01
Price to Book (P/B)3.33
Price to Sales (P/S)1.34
P/FCF Ratio10.07
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.12
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.80
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit-635.54
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-47.25
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$17.00Price Target Upside― Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.79M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating and free cash flow, with FCF up sharply in 2025, provides durable liquidity and funds operations, dividends, and selective M&A without relying on equity raises. Strong cash conversion mitigates GAAP loss volatility and supports strategic optionality over 2–6 months.
Top-line And Segment MomentumRobust revenue growth, including mid-single-digit organic expansion, plus high-margin segment performance (compliance/insights and government relations) indicate durable demand for retainer-style policy and communications services, underpinning sustainable revenue streams and margin upside.
Improved Net-debt PositionMaterial balance sheet improvement via IPO proceeds and debt paydown has meaningfully reduced net leverage, increasing financial flexibility. A near-zero net-debt base supports disciplined M&A, dividend policy, and capital allocation without materially raising solvency risk in the medium term.
Bears Say
GAAP Loss & Large Noncash ChargesSubstantial noncash share-based compensation and GAAP losses suppress statutory profitability and returns, complicating comparisons and investor assessment. Until large SBC charges roll off after FY2026, GAAP metrics and ROE will remain distorted, limiting near-term EPS recovery.
Rising LeverageLeverage has nearly doubled in two years, eroding financial flexibility. With operating cash covering less than half of debt in 2025, higher leverage raises refinancing and coverage risk if cash flow softens, constraining capital allocation and increasing sensitivity to working capital swings.
Profitability VolatilityPersistent negative net margins and episodic margin swings indicate structural profitability risk. Volatility—including an anomalous negative gross profit—suggests revenue/cost recognition and scaling issues that could impede sustainable transition from adjusted profitability to consistent GAAP profitability.
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 $9.81 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 $299.96M.
When is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 17, 2026 which is in 104 days.
How were Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. released its earnings results on May 12, 2026. The company reported $0.25 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of $0.25 by $0.
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. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.29.
How many shares outstanding does Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. have?
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. has 29,350,077 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 $0.25 in its last earnings report, expectations of $0.25. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -10.332%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PPHC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. Stock Smart Score
Company Description
Public Policy Holding Co., Inc.
Public Policy Holding Company, Inc. provides public policy advocacy, communications, and related advisory services. It operates in two segments, Lobbying Consulting and Public Affairs Consulting. The Lobbying Consulting segment offers federal and state advocacy, strategic guidance, political intelligence, and issue monitoring services. The Public Affairs Consulting segment provides crisis communications, community relations, social and digital podcasting, public opinion research, branding and messaging, relationship marketing, and litigation support. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Washington, the District of Columbia.
PPHC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$17.00
Ownership Overview
15.16% Insiders
17.21% Mutual Funds
15.21% Other Institutional Investors
51.37% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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