NASDAQ:DWA
$39.16
(2/9 11:29AM)
+1.1%
| Open | $39.07 |
Mkt Cap | $2.9 Billion |
| High | $39.42 |
52Wk High | $42.98 |
| Low | $38.92 |
52Wk Low | $17.91 |
| Volume | 106,022 |
Avg Vol 10D | 789,700 |
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DWA Revenue
As a value investing shop, we are interested in seeing how DWA's revenues measure up against past performances. One easily understandable way of doing that is to compare Price to Sales per share levels over a given time frame. Assuming it is available, Ockham prefers to look at ten years of history (for this stock there are 7 years of history available) and we weigh recent years more heavily. This allows us to find weighted average historical high and low Price to Sales ratios, which give us a better idea of the stock's current underlying value. Using this method, we have established a high range for Price to Sales of 5.92x and the low end of the range at 3.44x.
With respect to these historically rational metrics, notice that the current Price to Sales per share ratio for DWA of 4.62x is slightly under its historical average. This level of Price to Sales gives us a fairly neutral position on the DWA shares. We would like to see a drop in the Price to Sales ratio just a little bit more (given current sales figures) before we would become more positive on a Price to Sales basis. Such a drop would increase the attractiveness of the stock but, as always, would need to be considered in the context of all other valuation factors.
DWA Cash Earnings
Looking at DWA specifically in their Cash Earnings capabilities, Ockham views DWA as above their historical average multiples of Cash Earnings, as calculated by our proprietary analysis. It is incredibly important to understand that for DWA, the current level of Cash Earnings compared to its historical levels helps identify where DWA is in relation to what the investing community was willing to pay for this level of Cash Earnings in the past. With a historical high Cash Earnings per share ratio of 7.83 and a historical low Cash Earnings per share ratio of 4.54, an investor can relate where value becomes optimal.
Given this range of ratios per share, DWA at its current price of $38.89 and a Price to Cash Earnings ratio of 6.49 is 4% above its average historical Price to Cash Earnings ratio. Obviously this makes us more hesitant about DWA because cash earnings would need to rise to improve the valuation. Likewise, a decline in Price to Cash Earnings to below the average of 6.19 would significantly improve our outlook for DWA given the current profit levels.
DWA Dividends
A strong dividend payment history is looked upon as a favorable characteristic on a company’s future and potentially can receive a positive Ockham rating. That being said, we don't require dividend payments for company's whose management has elected to forgo them entirely. As far as our investing methodology goes, it is not necessary to pay a dividend in order to get a favorable rating, so as for right now DWA gets a neutral rating for the dividend portion of the model. As you can see, we are not receiving historical dividend information from our data provider on DWA at this time.
Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated Was Talked About by Squawk On The Street
News has broken via the television and viral blogs regarding DWA, so investors should take an interest in learning what was said.
When taking into account the amount of news coverage each stock normally sees as a percentage of the total, Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated has actually sunk a bit in comparison to the others. Crowd sentiment is favorable on this stock, as measured by the Motley Fool CAPS survey. The Ockham valuation currently has a Fairly Valued stance on DWA because it trades within the price range that we would expect given current market conditions and fundamentals.
“… and DREAMWORKS upgraded to buy from neutral. That's a boost. > > > okay. Morgan stanley downgraded to market performy outperform, but upgraded to buy from hold. …”
Stay Current on DWA's News on Closing Bell
News has broken via the television and viral blogs regarding DWA, so investors should take an interest in learning what was said.
Crowd sentiment is favorable on this stock, as measured by the Motley Fool CAPS survey. The Ockham valuation currently has a Fairly Valued stance on DWA because it trades within the price range that we would expect given current market conditions and fundamentals. When taking into account the amount of news coverage each stock normally sees as a percentage of the total, Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated has actually sunk a bit in comparison to the others.
“… time we talk, we were in new jersey, and it was just that. And we've been very lucky with DREAMWORKS animation because the …”
Closing Bell Looked at Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated in Extended Trading
Check out the news on DWA because their stock is active in post market trading. This could be because of quarterly earnings or some other breaking news.
When taking into account the amount of news coverage each stock normally sees as a percentage of the total, Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated has actually sunk a bit in comparison to the others. The Ockham valuation currently has a Fairly Valued stance on DWA because it trades within the price range that we would expect given current market conditions and fundamentals. Crowd sentiment is favorable on this stock, as measured by the Motley Fool CAPS survey.
“… Making big bets on 3-d coming up DREAMWORKS animation ceo jeffrey katzen befrg giving us his vision for 3-d technology > > > …”
Talk of DWA's CEO Katzenberg on Closing Bell
Staying in touch with the latest management news is one way we are keeping our clients informed. Notice, RazorWire has a news capture related to DWA's CEO.
Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated receives our Fairly Valued rating in our latest report because the current price does not seem out of line with the fundamentals. We noticed recently that in comparison to all other stocks we analyze in the news; DWA has received less coverage from the financial media in business television and blogs. Crowd sentiment is leaning to the bearish side, according to the robust data set collected by the Motley Fool CAPS survey.
“… DREAMWORKS animation ceo jeffrey katzenberg among them. He'll give us his vision for 3-d entertainment. He was with us last year and he predicted it would be the hot plus, pure ... …”
Heard on Closing Bell: CEO of DWA Discussed
Keeping up with a CEO is one way that we try to better understand the direction of a company, and there was talk about DWA management on Closing Bell.
The Motley Fool CAPS data suggests that investors believe Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated will beat the market in the foreseeable future. After factoring in the current fundamentals versus their historically normal ranges, we have established a Fairly Valued stance on DWA. When looking at our entire coverage universe and ranking stocks by the attention they receive on RazorWire, it is clear that Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated has been talked about more than normal recently.
“… DREAMWORKS animation ceo jeffrey katzenberg gives us the details of his company. The most active stocks on the new york stock exchange today led by citigroup and a big bounce ... …”
Debt a Topic of Conversation for Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated on Squawk On The Street
At Ockham, we look to make sure that any debt taken on by a company corresponds directly to increases is sales. Take a look at RazorWire for the latest on DWA's debt from Squawk On The Street.
Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated receives our Fairly Valued rating in our latest report because the current price does not seem out of line with the fundamentals. We noticed recently that in comparison to all other stocks we analyze in the news; DWA has received less coverage from the financial media in business television and blogs. Crowd sentiment is leaning to the bearish side, according to the robust data set collected by the Motley Fool CAPS survey.
“… Number one, DREAMWORKS top pick going into this year. DREAMWORKS is a company that's seeing two to three movies a every one of the movies is in gives them the benefit of the $3 ... …”
DWA Gets Mentioned in the Financial Media
As always, the latest news on DWA is available to Ockham clients through RazorWire, and it was mentioned recently on Squawk On The Street.
Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated receives our Fairly Valued rating in our latest report because the current price does not seem out of line with the fundamentals. Crowd sentiment is leaning to the bearish side, according to the robust data set collected by the Motley Fool CAPS survey. We noticed recently that in comparison to all other stocks we analyze in the news; DWA has received less coverage from the financial media in business television and blogs.
“… With disney buying marvel, DREAMWORKS stock working very well. I think a lot of what's going on is that people -- even when times are tough they need to be entertained and want ... …”
Holding DWA Stock? See What Is Being Discussed on Fast Money
News has broken via the television and viral blogs regarding DWA, so investors should take an interest in learning what was said.
As we analyze the results from RazorWire, one thing we do is rank each stock in terms of amount of news coverage. Recently, DWA has been less covered in the news compared to the rest of our universe of stocks. After factoring in the current fundamentals versus their historically normal ranges, we have established a Fairly Valued stance on DWA. That being said, the recent price appreciation may be too much, too fast and we will consider downgrading on our next report. Check the news on this stock because there is a catalyst that has allowed this stock to advance 16.69% today. The Motley Fool CAPS data suggests that investors believe Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated will beat the market in the foreseeable future.
“… " we kick it off with a pop here for DREAMWORKS. The move higher was 10%. > > danny montgomery out there with a buy rating. And I love this new movie "how to train your dragon.... …”
Squawk On The Street: Discussion of Analysts and Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated
When the television or blog talks about an analysts' opinion it could have a major impact on the stock.
Take notice of the news on this stock because it is up $4.38 since the close of trading yesterday. The Ockham valuation currently has a Fairly Valued stance on DWA because it trades within the price range that we would expect given current market conditions and fundamentals. But as the price has risen in the last week, we have begun to look slightly less favorably on the valuation. Crowd sentiment is favorable on this stock, as measured by the Motley Fool CAPS survey. When taking into account the amount of news coverage each stock normally sees as a percentage of the total, Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated has actually sunk a bit in comparison to the others.
“… DREAMWORKS animation upgraded to buy from neutral. P. F. Chang's china bistro. Price target is 41. > > I don't think they're going to like it. I've eaten there. …”
News Developing on Squawk On The Street for DWA
The latest news from business television and influential blogs is always available through Ockham's RazorWire, and this news is in relation to Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated.
Dreamworks Animation SKG, Incorporated receives our Fairly Valued rating in our latest report because the current price does not seem out of line with the fundamentals. Crowd sentiment is leaning to the bearish side, according to the robust data set collected by the Motley Fool CAPS survey. Ranking all stocks in terms of news coverage offers some interesting data. In the case of DWA, it is getting significantly more attention in recent news coverage than we are used to seeing.
“… DREAMWORKS animation raised to is that not a backhander? How would you like to be called the market likes it. Stock is up 2%. Up 17% in november. DREAMWORKS animation. …”