AMC Networks Inc. owns and operates various cable television's brands delivering content to audiences, and a platform to distributors and advertisers in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, National Networks; and International and Other. The National Networks segment operates five distributed entertainment programming networks under the AMC, WE tv, BBC AMERICA, IFC, and SundanceTV names in high definition and standard definition formats. This segment distributes its networks in the United States through cable and other multichannel video programming distribution platforms, such as direct broadcast satellite and platforms operated by telecommunications providers. The International and Other segment delivers entertaining and acclaimed programming services for subscribers in approximately 140 countries and territories, including Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the parts of Asia and Africa. This segment also operates in independent film distribution business that distributes films across various media platforms, including theaters, cable/satellite video on demand, cable network television, streaming/downloading to internet-connected screens, and DVDs. The company also provides subscription streaming services. AMC Networks Inc. was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Cable & other pay television services
Sub-IndustryCable & Satellite
SectorConsumer Discretionary
Phone212-324-8500
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$2.81 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees2,205
OptionableOptionable
Amc Networks (NASDAQ:AMCX) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amc Networks' stock symbol?
Amc Networks trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "AMCX."
How will Amc Networks' stock buyback program work?
Amc Networks announced that its board has initiated a stock buyback program on Thursday, June 8th 2017, which permits the company to buyback $500,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization permits the company to buy up to 13.9% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are often a sign that the company's board of directors believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Amc Networks' earnings last quarter?
Amc Networks Inc (NASDAQ:AMCX) issued its earnings results on Thursday, November, 1st. The company reported $2.15 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.78 by $0.37. The business earned $696.87 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $693.20 million. Amc Networks had a return on equity of 221.77% and a net margin of 17.76%. The company's quarterly revenue was up 7.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $1.68 EPS. View Amc Networks' Earnings History.
When is Amc Networks' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for AMCX?
14 brokerages have issued twelve-month price objectives for Amc Networks' shares. Their forecasts range from $57.00 to $67.44. On average, they anticipate Amc Networks' stock price to reach $62.3440 in the next year. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 2.3%. View Analyst Price Targets for Amc Networks.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Amc Networks?
14 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Amc Networks in the last year. There are currently 3 sell ratings, 9 hold ratings and 2 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Amc Networks.
Has Amc Networks been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about AMCX stock have been trending positive this week, according to InfoTrie. The research firm scores the sentiment of news coverage by analyzing more than six thousand news and blog sources. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Amc Networks earned a media sentiment score of 2.7 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news coverage about the company a news buzz of 5.0 out of 10, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the immediate future.
Who are some of Amc Networks' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Amc Networks include Discovery Communications (DISCA), Liberty Broadband Corp Series C (LBRDK), Liberty Broadband Corp Series A (LBRDA), DISH Network (DISH), Discovery Inc Series C (DISCK), Altice USA (ATUS), Viacom (VIAB), Shaw Communications (SJR), Qurate Retail Inc Series B (QRTEB), ITV PLC/ADR (ITVPY), Cable One (CABO), Roku (ROKU), Liberty Latin America (LILAK), Liberty Latin America (LILA) and MSG Networks (MSGN).
Who are Amc Networks' key executives?
Amc Networks' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Charles F. Dolan, Exec. Chairman (Age 92)
- Mr. Joshua W. Sapan, Pres & CEO (Age 67)
- Mr. Sean S. Sullivan, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 51)
- Mr. Edward A. Carroll, Chief Operating Officer (Age 54)
- Mr. James G. Gallagher, Exec. VP & Gen. Counsel (Age 60)
Who are Amc Networks' major shareholders?
Amc Networks' stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Retirement Systems of Alabama (0.22%), Tealwood Asset Management Inc. (0.08%), Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (0.02%), Denali Advisors LLC (0.02%), Meeder Asset Management Inc. (0.02%) and Nisa Investment Advisors LLC (0.01%). Company insiders that own Amc Networks stock include Edward A Carroll and James Gallagher. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Amc Networks.
Which institutional investors are selling Amc Networks stock?
AMCX stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Joel Isaacson & Co. LLC, Meeder Asset Management Inc., Tealwood Asset Management Inc., Nisa Investment Advisors LLC, Louisiana State Employees Retirement System and Retirement Systems of Alabama. Company insiders that have sold Amc Networks company stock in the last year include Edward A Carroll and James Gallagher. View Insider Buying and Selling for Amc Networks.
Which institutional investors are buying Amc Networks stock?
AMCX stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Denali Advisors LLC, Contravisory Investment Management Inc., CENTRAL TRUST Co and First Hawaiian Bank. View Insider Buying and Selling for Amc Networks.
How do I buy shares of Amc Networks?
Shares of AMCX can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Amc Networks' stock price today?
One share of AMCX stock can currently be purchased for approximately $63.81.
How big of a company is Amc Networks?
Amc Networks has a market capitalization of $3.56 billion and generates $2.81 billion in revenue each year. The company earns $471.31 million in net income (profit) each year or $7.37 on an earnings per share basis. Amc Networks employs 2,205 workers across the globe.
What is Amc Networks' official website?
How can I contact Amc Networks?
Amc Networks' mailing address is 11 PENN PLAZA, NEW YORK NY, 10001. The company can be reached via phone at 212-324-8500 or via email at [email protected]
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