Sinclair [SBGI] vs Gray Television [GTN] Detailed Stock Comparison
Sinclair
NASDAQ
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Gray Television
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Sinclair wins in 8 metrics, Gray Television wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Gray Television appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Sinclair | Gray Television | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.49 | 3.70 | Gray Television |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.80 | 0.25 | Gray Television |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 1,450.85 | 201.17 | Gray Television |
| PEG Ratio | -0.04 | 0.00 | Sinclair |
| EV/EBITDA | 6.19 | 6.38 | Sinclair |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 1.44% | 5.64% | Gray Television |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 3.83% | 13.47% | Gray Television |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 3.83% | 13.47% | Gray Television |
| Return on Equity | 20.78% | 7.23% | Sinclair |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 5.44% | 4.72% | Sinclair |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $14.00M | $608.00M | Gray Television |
| Dividend Yield | 7.65% | 5.80% | Sinclair |
| 1-Year Return | -20.25% | 0.89% | Gray Television |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.29 | 0.17 | Gray Television |
| Enterprise Value | $4.58B | $6.69B | Gray Television |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.32 | 1.89 | Sinclair |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 46.43% | 24.48% | Sinclair |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $52 | $37 | Sinclair |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $0.88 | $1.53 | Gray Television |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.29 | 1.19 | Gray Television |
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Sinclair vs Gray Television Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinclair | -2.83% | -5.43% | 1.22% | -0.84% | 6.09% | -17.01% |
| Gray Television | -0.18% | -0.35% | -9.02% | 19.45% | 62.82% | 68.66% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinclair | -20.25% | -23.99% | -23.37% | -52.46% | 70.91% | 65.30% |
| Gray Television | 0.89% | -60.60% | -57.00% | -66.11% | 182.50% | -44.61% |
News Based Sentiment: Sinclair vs Gray Television
Sinclair
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October saw key leadership changes at Sinclair alongside a strategic review of its broadcast business and a range of analyst opinions, creating a mixed investment picture. While there are positive signs like digital expansion efforts and potential undervaluation, recent shareholder returns and analyst divergence introduce uncertainty.
Gray Television
News based Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Gray Media experienced revenue and earnings declines in the most recent quarters, coupled with a challenging outlook for future earnings. While cost-cutting measures and dividend payouts offer some stability, the significant debt load and projected industry headwinds create substantial risks for investors. The mixed analyst sentiment reflects this uncertainty.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Sinclair vs Gray Television
| Metric | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.01B | $631.04M |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 453,360 | 1,081,720 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 466,117 | 1,137,340 |
| Last Close | $14.10 | $5.65 |
| 52 Week Range | $11.89 - $18.45 | $2.91 - $6.31 |
| % from 52W High | -23.58% | -10.46% |
| All-Time High | $66.57 (May 06, 2019) | $25.24 (Nov 01, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -78.82% | -77.61% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.05% | -0.07% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.05% | -0.07% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.01% | 0.06% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.13% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.21% | 0.07% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 1,450.85 | 201.17 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $5.18 | $22.53 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $8.85 | $2.06 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $535.00M | $828.00M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $603.75M | $766.25M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 7.65% | 5.80% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.00 | $0.24 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Sinclair vs Gray Television
| Metric | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.49 | 3.70 |
| Forward P/E | 37.21 | -8.09 |
| PEG Ratio | -0.04 | 0.00 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.29 | 0.17 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.80 | 0.25 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.01B | $631.04M |
| Enterprise Value | $4.58B | $6.69B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.32 | 1.89 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 6.19 | 6.38 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.29 | 1.19 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $5.18 | $22.53 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Sinclair vs Gray Television
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $776.00M | $782.00M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $418.00M | $597.00M |
| Gross Profit | $358.00M | $185.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $22.00M | $90.00M |
| EBITDA | $31.00M | $160.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-200.00M | $-24.00M |
| Income Tax | $-46.00M | $-15.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $-154.00M | $-9.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $631.00M | N/A |
| Total Current Assets | $1.50B | $483.00M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $724.00M | $533.00M |
| Long-Term Debt | $4.29B | $63.00M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $368.00M | $2.25B |
| Retained Earnings | $-163.00M | $1.35B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $794.00M | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-34.00M | $131.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-16.00M | $-15.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-11.00M | $117.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.33B | $-146.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 3.14M | 5.12M |
| Short Ratio | 7.02 | 4.34 |
| Short % of Float | 0.25% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 453,360 | 1,081,720 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 466,117 | 1,137,340 |
| Shares Outstanding | 66.42M | 99.58M |
| Float Shares | 36.96M | 82.15M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.17% | 0.07% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.64% | 0.79% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Sinclair vs Gray Television
| Metric | SBGI | GTN |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.00 | $0.24 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 7.65% | 5.80% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.00 | $0.29 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 1.72% | 1.28% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.00 | $0.88 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 30, 2025 | Mar 14, 2025 |