Lbrda.O
Liberty Broadband operates as a broadcasting company, generating revenue primarily through the provision of broadband and communication services to residential and commercial customers.
Business. LBRDA.O operates in the Broadcasting industry within the Consumer Cyclicals sector, primarily generating revenue through a subscription-based model. The company is listed under the ticker LBRDA.O, though specific exchange and headquarters details are not provided in the available data. Due to the absence of disclosed segment or geographic breakdowns, the business is described at the industry level without further operational segmentation.
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2 analysts · consensus BuyAt a glance
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- Company
- EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-28 · estimated
- Macro
- Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
- Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
- Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
- Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
- Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
- Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
- Macro & political
- ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
- ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
- ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR
- Congressional trades
- CongressCindy Axne — Liberty Broadband Corporation2022-09-08 · IA · Sale · $1,001 - $15,000
- CongressCindy Axne — Liberty Broadband Corporation2022-08-12 · IA · Sale · $1,001 - $15,000
Pre-earnings brief
Liberty Broadband (LBRDA.O) is experiencing significant shifts in its institutional ownership profile, marked by major modifications in holdings reported as of March 31, 2026. These changes, detected in late June 2026, involve substantial reductions in share counts for several key investors, signaling a notable realignment of capital within the company’s shareholder base. One investor, identified by ID 929, saw their position fluctuate significantly, with records showing a reduction from 359,082 shares to 45,509 shares, representing a drop in portfolio weight from approximately 0.33% to 0.04%. Another major holder, ID 471, reduced their stake from 2,213,057 shares to 317,800 shares, decreasing their weight from roughly 0.69% to 0.10%. Additionally, investor ID 587 trimmed their holding from 70,992 shares to just 287 shares, effectively exiting a meaningful position. These adjustments are particularly relevant given that Liberty Broadband currently has 32 top holders and is followed by four analysts, though it holds no index memberships. The absence of prior analysis for this ticker means these movements represent the first recorded basis for delta computation, highlighting the initial visibility into these specific institutional strategies. The magnitude of these share reductions suggests a potential shift in sentiment or portfolio rebalancing among these specific entities. While the broader market context remains undefined by these facts, the concentrated nature of these major holder changes warrants attention for investors monitoring Liberty Broadband’s ownership structure and potential liquidity impacts.
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Synthesis
LBRDA.O operates in the Broadcasting industry within the Consumer Cyclicals sector, primarily generating revenue through a subscription-based model. The company is listed under the ticker LBRDA.O, though specific exchange and headquarters details are not provided in the available data. Due to the absence of disclosed segment or geographic breakdowns, the business is described at the industry level without further operational segmentation.
Liberty Broadband's capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34, indicating a relatively conservative leverage position. However, the company's liquidity is constrained, as evidenced by a current ratio of 0.1, suggesting limited short-term liquidity to cover immediate obligations. The company's price-to-book ratio of 0.15 and price-to-tangible-book ratio of 0.15 further indicate that the market values the company significantly below its book value.
Profitability metrics for Liberty Broadband are negative, with a return on equity of -0.4696 and a return on assets of -0.3031, both well below the industry median for broadcasting companies. The company reported a net loss of $2.68 billion and an operating loss of $132 million, reflecting a challenging operating environment. These figures suggest that the company is not currently generating returns that meet the expectations of its investors or industry benchmarks.
The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in the United States, with no significant international exposure disclosed in the available data. This geographic concentration may expose the company to regional economic downturns or regulatory changes that could impact its performance. Additionally, the company does not disclose segment-specific revenue figures, making it difficult to assess the contribution of different business lines to overall performance.
Looking ahead, the company's growth trajectory appears uncertain. The current fiscal year is expected to show a continuation of the negative trends, with no clear indication of a turnaround in the next fiscal year. The company's operating cash flow is negative at -$80 million, and its cash and equivalents are limited to $57 million, which may constrain its ability to invest in growth initiatives or weather financial downturns.
The risk assessment for Liberty Broadband highlights medium liquidity risk and low dilution risk. The company's net cash position is negative after subtracting total debt, which could limit its financial flexibility. Analysts have assigned a mean price target of $43.00, which is below the current market price of $47.92, suggesting a bearish outlook. The company has not disclosed any recent events or filings that would indicate a significant change in its business strategy or financial position.
Recent analyst estimates indicate a cautious outlook, with a mean recommendation of 2.50 (on a scale from 1 to 5) and no strong buy ratings. The company's financial performance and market valuation suggest that it is not currently a favored investment, and investors may be waiting for signs of improvement before committing capital.
Liberty Broadband (LBRDA.O) is experiencing significant shifts in its institutional ownership profile, marked by major modifications in holdings reported as of March 31, 2026. These changes, detected in late June 2026, involve substantial reductions in share counts for several key investors, signaling a notable realignment of capital within the company’s shareholder base. One investor, identified by ID 929, saw their position fluctuate significantly, with records showing a reduction from 359,082 shares to 45,509 shares, representing a drop in portfolio weight from approximately 0.33% to 0.04%. Another major holder, ID 471, reduced their stake from 2,213,057 shares to 317,800 shares, decreasing their weight from roughly 0.69% to 0.10%. Additionally, investor ID 587 trimmed their holding from 70,992 shares to just 287 shares, effectively exiting a meaningful position. These adjustments are particularly relevant given that Liberty Broadband currently has 32 top holders and is followed by four analysts, though it holds no index memberships. The absence of prior analysis for this ticker means these movements represent the first recorded basis for delta computation, highlighting the initial visibility into these specific institutional strategies. The magnitude of these share reductions suggests a potential shift in sentiment or portfolio rebalancing among these specific entities. While the broader market context remains undefined by these facts, the concentrated nature of these major holder changes warrants attention for investors monitoring Liberty Broadband’s ownership structure and potential liquidity impacts.
- Liberty Broadband is operating at a significant loss, with a net income of -$2.68 billion and an operating income of -$132 million.
- The company's liquidity is constrained, with a current ratio of 0.1 and limited cash and equivalents.
- The company's profitability metrics are negative, with a return on equity of -0.4696 and a return on assets of -0.3031.
- The company's market valuation is significantly below its book value, as indicated by a price-to-book ratio of 0.15.
- Analysts have a bearish outlook, with a mean price target of $43.00, which is below the current market price of $47.92.
- The company's geographic and segment revenue concentration is not well disclosed, making it difficult to assess diversification risks.
Bull / Bear case
Generated · model-assistedIn focus — financials by report
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Predictor forecast
| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | 5,44 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | —no estimate |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | -42,0M USD |
Options
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Risk factors
- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
Benchmarks vs cohort
Corporate actions / M&A
FX exposure
Comparable transactions
Derivatives & instruments
Derivative transactions
- Director, 10% owner · Series B Convertible Preferred Stock → Common StockDisposed 1 717 072disposition · 2025-12-29
- Director, 10% owner · Series C Convertible Preferred Stock → Common StockAcquired 4 223 621grant · 2025-12-29
- CAO/PFO · Restricted Stock Units-LBRDK → Series C Common StockDisposed 1 461exercise · 2025-12-09
- Chief Legal/Admin Officer · Restricted Stock Units-LBRDK → Series C Common StockDisposed 2 850exercise · 2025-12-09
- President and CEO · Restricted Stock Units-LBRDK → Series C Common StockDisposed 414exercise · 2025-12-09
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- Dilution Ratio(shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
- Market Priceinput from market-data provider (delayed close or quote-shim mid)
- Market Capmarket_price * shares_outstanding_diluted
- Net Cashcash_and_equivalents + short_term_investments - short_term_debt - long_term_debt
- LBRDA.O Market data — financials · 2026-05-28
- Liberty Broadband Corp Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-28
Ownership & reference
Top holders
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,02 %$119M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,02 %$40M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,02 %$32M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$26M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$62M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$48M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$112M
- Investment Managers · as of 2024-06-300,01 %$279M
- Investment Managers · as of 2024-12-310,00 %$16M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$32M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$103M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$18M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$4M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$23M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$3M
- Funds · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$9M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2022-09-300,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2025-12-310,00 %$81M
- Brokerage Firms · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$5M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$16M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$2M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$2M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$2M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$2M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Brokerage Firms · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
Insider activity
- Chief Legal/Admin Officer · Series C Common StockSold 239 @ $33,32$8K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Series A Common StockSold 7 000 @ $55,37$388K · 2026-02-18
- Director · Series C Common StockSold 18 000 @ $55,54$1 000K · 2026-02-18
- Director · Series A Common StockSold 12 392 @ $57,17$708K · 2026-02-10
- Director · Series C Common StockSold 32 058 @ $57,35$1,8M · 2026-02-10
- Director · Series A Common StockSold 530 @ $57,48$30K · 2026-02-10
- Director · Series C Common StockSold 1 702 @ $57,65$98K · 2026-02-10
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 484 708 @ $206,31$100,0M · 2026-01-14
- Director, 10% owner · Common StockOther 3 286 825 · 2025-12-29
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 481 371 @ $207,74$100,0M · 2025-12-11
- President and CEO · Series C Common StockOther 204 @ $47,39$10K · 2025-12-09
- CAO/PFO · Series C Common StockOther 1 461 · 2025-12-09
- CAO/PFO · Series C Common StockOther 640 @ $47,39$30K · 2025-12-09
- Chief Legal/Admin Officer · Series C Common StockOther 2 850 · 2025-12-09
- Chief Legal/Admin Officer · Series C Common StockOther 1 247 @ $47,39$59K · 2025-12-09
- President and CEO · Series C Common StockOther 414 · 2025-12-09
- Director · Series C Common StockSold 1 019 @ $47,62$49K · 2025-12-05
- Director · Series A Common StockSold 672 @ $47,00$32K · 2025-12-05
- Director · Series C Common StockSold 1 198 @ $46,71$56K · 2025-12-05
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 369 796 @ $270,42$100,0M · 2025-11-14
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 378 373 @ $264,29$100,0M · 2025-10-14
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 376 252 @ $265,78$100,0M · 2025-09-12
- Director, 10% owner · Class A Common StockOther 262 840 @ $380,46$100,0M · 2025-08-13
Short positioning
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Evidence & claims
From filings & derived data- Operating income (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 28.0%Derived (calculated)
- Return on equity (FY 2025-12-31): -47.0%Derived (calculated)
- Return on assets (FY 2025-12-31): -30.3%Derived (calculated)
- Current ratio (FY 2025-12-31): 0.10xDerived (calculated)
- Debt-to-equity (FY 2025-12-31): 0.55xDerived (calculated)
- Cash & equivalents (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -36.0%Derived (calculated)
- Long-term debt (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -35.0%Derived (calculated)
- Net income (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -407.9%Derived (calculated)
- Shareholders' equity (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -41.8%Derived (calculated)
- Total assets (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -47.1%Derived (calculated)
- Total liabilities (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): -54.5%Derived (calculated)
- Shareholders' equity (annual): USD 5.7BSEC XBRL filing
- Net income (annual): USD -2.68BSEC XBRL filing
- Current liabilities (annual): USD 987MSEC XBRL filing
- Long-term debt (annual): USD 1.75BSEC XBRL filing
- Current assets (annual): USD 103MSEC XBRL filing
- Operating income (annual): USD -36MSEC XBRL filing
- Pre-tax income (annual): USD -3.25BSEC XBRL filing
- Total assets (annual): USD 8.83BSEC XBRL filing
- Cash & equivalents (annual): USD 57MSEC XBRL filing
- Total liabilities (annual): USD 3.13BSEC XBRL filing
- Return on equity (FY 2024-12-31): 8.9%Derived (calculated)
- Net margin (FY 2024-12-31): 85.5%Derived (calculated)
- Debt-to-equity (FY 2024-12-31): 0.70xDerived (calculated)