Rogers Communications Inc. operates as a communications and media company in Canada. The company's Wireless segment offers wireless telecommunications services to consumers and businesses under the Rogers, Fido, and chatr brands; and wireless devices, services, and applications. This segment distributes its products through independent dealer networks, company-owned retail stores, retail chains and convenience stores, e-commerce sites, call centers and outbound telemarketing, and other distribution channels. As of December 31, 2017, it had approximately 10.5 million subscribers. The company's Cable segment provides high-speed broadband Internet access, digital television and online viewing, phone, and home Wi-Fi services to consumers, businesses, and enterprises; and monitoring, security, automation, energy efficiency, and smart control services. This segment also offers network connectivity services through its fiber network and data center assets through its sales team, third-party retailers, and a network of third-party channel distributors to the enterprise, public sector, and carrier wholesale markets. It distributes its products through company-owned retail stores, e-commerce sites, call centers, outbound telemarketing, door-to-door agents, and other retail locations. This segment had approximately 2.2 million high-speed Internet subscribers, 1.7 million television subscribers, and 1.1 million phone subscribers, as well as operated a network that passes 4.3 million homes. Its Media segment offers multi-platform televised and online shopping, digital media services, and publishing services; and operates television networks and radio stations, as well as owns the Toronto Blue Jays, a league baseball team and Rogers Centre event venue. The company also provides credit cards. Rogers Communications Inc. was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Cable & other pay television services
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorConsumer Discretionary
Current SymbolNYSE:RCI
Previous Symbol
CUSIPN/A
Phone416-035-3532
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.73
Current Ratio0.72
Quick Ratio0.65
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio19.65
Forward P/E Ratio16.43
P/E Growth3.16
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$10.91 billion
Price / Sales2.51
Cash Flow$6.2709 per share
Price / Cash8.49
Book Value$11.58 per share
Price / Book4.60
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.71
Net Income$1.32 billion
Net Margins13.34%
Return on Equity29.37%
Return on Assets7.09%
Miscellaneous
Employees24,500
Outstanding Shares514,810,000
Market Cap$26.37 billion
OptionableOptionable
Rogers Communications (NYSE:RCI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers Communications' stock symbol?
Rogers Communications trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "RCI."
How often does Rogers Communications pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Rogers Communications?
Rogers Communications declared a quarterly dividend on Monday, October 22nd. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, December 11th will be given a dividend of $0.3695 per share on Thursday, January 3rd. This represents a $1.48 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.78%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, December 10th. This is an increase from Rogers Communications's previous quarterly dividend of $0.37. View Rogers Communications' Dividend History.
How were Rogers Communications' earnings last quarter?
Rogers Communications Inc. (NYSE:RCI) announced its quarterly earnings data on Friday, October, 19th. The Wireless communications provider reported $0.93 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.88 by $0.05. The Wireless communications provider earned $2.88 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $2.91 billion. Rogers Communications had a return on equity of 29.37% and a net margin of 13.34%. View Rogers Communications' Earnings History.
When is Rogers Communications' next earnings date?
What guidance has Rogers Communications issued on next quarter's earnings?
Rogers Communications issued an update on its FY 2018 earnings guidance on Friday, October, 19th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $14.567-14.85 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $11.53 billion.
What price target have analysts set for RCI?
5 brokerages have issued twelve-month price objectives for Rogers Communications' shares. Their forecasts range from $53.00 to $71.00. On average, they expect Rogers Communications' stock price to reach $62.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 16.5% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Rogers Communications.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Rogers Communications?
5 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Rogers Communications in the last year. There are currently 4 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Rogers Communications.
Has Rogers Communications been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media headlines about RCI stock have been trending somewhat positive recently, according to InfoTrie Sentiment Analysis. The research firm identifies negative and positive media coverage by analyzing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative five to five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Rogers Communications earned a news sentiment score of 0.8 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news headlines about the Wireless communications provider a news buzz of 5.0 out of 10, meaning that recent media coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are some of Rogers Communications' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Rogers Communications include Twenty-First Century Fox (FOXA), Charter Communications (CHTR), Liberty Global (LBTYB), Liberty Global (LBTYA), Liberty Global (LBTYK), Discovery Communications (DISCA), Discovery Inc Series C (DISCK), Liberty Broadband Corp Series C (LBRDK), Liberty Broadband Corp Series A (LBRDA), DISH Network (DISH), Altice USA (ATUS), Viacom (VIAB), Qurate Retail Inc Series B (QRTEB), Shaw Communications (SJR) and ITV PLC/ADR (ITVPY).
Who are Rogers Communications' key executives?
Rogers Communications' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Joseph M. Natale, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 54)
- Mr. Anthony Staffieri FCPA, FCA, Chief Financial Officer
- Mr. James M. Reid, Chief HR Officer
- Mr. Richard A. Brace, Pres of Media Bus. Unit
- Mr. James H. Smith, Interim Chief Technology Officer
Who are Rogers Communications' major shareholders?
Rogers Communications' stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Beutel Goodman & Co Ltd. (3.97%), FIL Ltd (3.84%), TD Asset Management Inc. (2.48%), Great West Life Assurance Co. Can (1.16%), William Blair Investment Management LLC (0.87%) and CIBC World Markets Inc. (0.86%).
Which major investors are selling Rogers Communications stock?
RCI stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including FIL Ltd, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company , TD Asset Management Inc., Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, Beutel Goodman & Co Ltd., Deutsche Bank AG, Acadian Asset Management LLC and CIBC Asset Management Inc.
Which major investors are buying Rogers Communications stock?
RCI stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including William Blair Investment Management LLC, Man Group plc, Toronto Dominion Bank, Mackenzie Financial Corp, Great West Life Assurance Co. Can, Hexavest Inc., Russell Investments Group Ltd. and Wells Fargo & Company MN.
How do I buy shares of Rogers Communications?
Shares of RCI 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 Rogers Communications' stock price today?
One share of RCI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $53.24.
How big of a company is Rogers Communications?
Rogers Communications has a market capitalization of $26.37 billion and generates $10.91 billion in revenue each year. The Wireless communications provider earns $1.32 billion in net income (profit) each year or $2.71 on an earnings per share basis. Rogers Communications employs 24,500 workers across the globe.
What is Rogers Communications' official website?
How can I contact Rogers Communications?
Rogers Communications' mailing address is 333 BLOOR STREET EAST 10TH FLOOR, TORONTO A6, M4W 1G9. The Wireless communications provider can be reached via phone at 416-035-3532 or via email at [email protected]
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