Risk factor
Very high price volatility
Profitability factor
Undervalued vs peers
About
Corus Entertainment Inc., established in 1998 and based in Toronto, Canada, is a diversified media and content enterprise with operations spanning Canada and international markets. The company's activities are organized into two primary divisions: Television and Radio. The Television segment boasts a substantial portfolio, encompassing 33 specialized television networks and 15 conventional broadcast stations. Beyond broadcasting, this division is actively engaged in the production and global distribution of films and television programs, as well as the development of animation software. Its scope further extends to merchandise licensing, book publishing, and the provision of digital services, including a social digital agency, an influencer network, and various media and technology solutions. Prominent television brands under Corus's ownership include Global Television, W Network, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Canada, HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, History, Showcase, Adult Swim, National Geographic, Disney Channel Canada, YTV, and Nickelodeon Canada. The Radio segment operates 39 radio stations, offering a broad spectrum of programming formats, such as news-talk, classic rock, country, new rock, and contemporary music. Additionally, Corus provides animated children's content and associated consumer products through popular brands like Babar, Franklin, Max & Ruby, Hardy Boys, Agent Binky: Pets of the Universe, and Esme and Roy. The company also owns Toon Boom, a platform for digital content and animation creation software, and Kids Can Press, a well-known children's publishing house.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is undervalued on EV/EBITDA, underpriced on P/FC.