Gannett Co [GCI] vs Scholastic [SCHL] Detailed Stock Comparison
Gannett Co
NYSE
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Scholastic
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Gannett Co wins in 10 metrics, Scholastic wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Gannett Co appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Gannett Co | Scholastic | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 5.56 | 36.53 | Gannett Co |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.34 | 0.65 | Scholastic |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 497.84 | 42.20 | Scholastic |
| PEG Ratio | -32.42 | 9.38 | Gannett Co |
| EV/EBITDA | 7.44 | 11.91 | Gannett Co |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 4.84% | -0.12% | Gannett Co |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 3.54% | 12.55% | Scholastic |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 3.54% | 12.55% | Scholastic |
| Return on Equity | 47.64% | -0.19% | Gannett Co |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 1.71% | 1.01% | Gannett Co |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $50.78M | $72.00M | Scholastic |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.16% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -9.53% | -18.42% | Gannett Co |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.25 | 0.38 | Gannett Co |
| Enterprise Value | $1.64B | $892.87M | Gannett Co |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.69 | 0.55 | Scholastic |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 38.54% | 59.22% | Scholastic |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $17 | $59 | Scholastic |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $0.70 | $-0.07 | Gannett Co |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 2.62 | 1.18 | Scholastic |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Gannett Co vs Scholastic Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gannett Co | -3.47% | -3.23% | 4.85% | 10.51% | -16.70% | -23.27% |
| Scholastic | -0.49% | -1.68% | 14.68% | 29.31% | 30.90% | 16.04% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gannett Co | -9.53% | 51.95% | 118.54% | -75.00% | -72.21% | -72.21% |
| Scholastic | -18.42% | -47.97% | -2.85% | -43.06% | 2.64% | -32.50% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Gannett Co vs Scholastic
| Metric | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $590.87M | $613.22M |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 2,308,580 | 342,404 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,814,803 | 290,685 |
| Last Close | $3.89 | $24.53 |
| 52 Week Range | $2.55 - $5.93 | $15.77 - $34.18 |
| % from 52W High | -34.40% | -28.23% |
| All-Time High | $25.77 (Feb 23, 2015) | $56.82 (Apr 08, 2002) |
| % from All-Time High | -84.90% | -56.83% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.09% | 0.07% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 4.70% | -0.57% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.05% | 0.00% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.13% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.48% | 0.00% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 497.84 | 42.20 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $1.66 | $37.80 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.62 | $4.95 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $98.60M | $124.20M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $115.83M | $105.10M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.16% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $0.80 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Gannett Co vs Scholastic
| Metric | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 5.56 | 36.53 |
| Forward P/E | -32.42 | 9.38 |
| PEG Ratio | -32.42 | 9.38 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.25 | 0.38 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.34 | 0.65 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $590.87M | $613.22M |
| Enterprise Value | $1.64B | $892.87M |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.69 | 0.55 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 7.44 | 11.91 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 2.62 | 1.18 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $1.66 | $37.80 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Gannett Co vs Scholastic
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) | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $584.86M | $508.30M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $359.45M | $207.30M |
| Gross Profit | $225.41M | $301.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $18.52M | $56.00M |
| EBITDA | $65.33M | $79.10M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-9.07M | $48.90M |
| Income Tax | $-87.47M | $33.50M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $78.40M | $15.40M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $85.91M | $124.00M |
| Total Current Assets | $387.76M | $725.30M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $535.90M | $626.40M |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.10B | $341.50M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $149.64M | $946.50M |
| Retained Earnings | $-1.06B | $999.70M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $713.68M | $103.90M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $39.79M | $66.10M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-13.55M | $-12.30M |
| Free Cash Flow | $9.76M | $94.60M |
| Debt Repayment | $-74.45M | $-28.10M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-30.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 16.56M | 1.29M |
| Short Ratio | 10.24 | 4.81 |
| Short % of Float | 0.12% | 0.12% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 2,308,580 | 342,404 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,814,803 | 290,685 |
| Shares Outstanding | 147.39M | 26.69M |
| Float Shares | 112.25M | 19.35M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.05% | 0.18% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.82% | 0.93% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Gannett Co vs Scholastic
| Metric | GCI | SCHL |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $0.80 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.16% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.00 | $0.80 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.63% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.00 | $2.40 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 |