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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)233.57K
Market Cap
$306.70M
Enterprise Value$220.22M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$36.92M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$72.26M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Mar 17, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.52%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.17
Shares Outstanding30,216,534
10 Day Avg. Volume98,156
30 Day Avg. Volume233,574
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 Cap0.72
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.10
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.53
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-11.08
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$17.33Price Target Upside58.15% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)1.27
Revenue Forecast (FY)$214.66M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained revenue expansion indicates that PPHC is increasing the scale of its public affairs and government relations platform. Continued organic growth, alongside acquisition contribution, can broaden client reach and create a larger base from which operating efficiencies and recurring cash generation may develop.
Adjusted EBITDA MarginsStrong adjusted EBITDA margins provide evidence that the agency platform can convert revenue into substantial operating earnings before specified non-cash and corporate charges. Maintaining margins near the guided range would support reinvestment, acquisition capacity, and stronger underlying cash generation.
Acquisition-Led ExpansionThe acquisitions expand PPHC’s capabilities and geographic coverage while management characterizes them as margin-accretive. A repeatable, capability-focused M&A strategy can strengthen the service offering, diversify the platform, and support growth beyond what existing agencies generate organically.
Bears Say
Persistent GAAP LossesRecurring GAAP losses and deteriorating reported margins indicate that underlying profitability remains unstable despite positive adjusted EBITDA. This weak earnings base can constrain internally funded growth, reduce resilience if revenue slows, and make future performance dependent on cost control and charge normalization.
Cash Flow And LeverageLower first-half free cash flow, combined with operating cash flow covering less than half of debt, limits the pace at which PPHC can deleverage or fund acquisitions internally. Although management expects recovery, weaker conversion would reduce financial flexibility if working capital remains elevated.
Corporate Cost PressureHigher holding-company costs are absorbing more revenue and weakening consolidated margins even when operating segments remain comparatively stable. Public-company expenses and platform investment may be strategically necessary, but sustained cost inflation could delay the conversion of adjusted earnings into durable 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 $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 $306.70M.
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 140 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 $0.117 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.52%. 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 8.71%.
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
6.65% Other Institutional Investors
55.86% Public Companies and
Individual Investors