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20 Jul 2026, 15:46 UTC · 12h ago
iHeartMedia: Stronger H2 Expected
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Seeking Alpha
20 Jul 2026, 15:46 UTC · 12h ago
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Management guides for $800 million EBITDA (a 17% year-over-year increase) and $200 million in free cash flow for 2026. — Specific, high-growth financial guidance for EBITDA and FCF directly drives valuation and investor confidence.
+0.60iHeartMedia maintains a highly leveraged balance sheet. — High leverage increases financial risk and sensitivity to interest rates, acting as a drag on the overall valuation.
-0.40Digital audio margins are projected to improve in the second half of 2026 due to podcasting and programmatic advertising growth. — Margin expansion in a growth sector indicates a transition toward a more profitable, scalable business model.
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The company is rated as a BUY with strong growth catalysts in podcasting and positive EBITDA and FCF guidance.
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