The Arena Group Holdings, Inc.

The Arena Group Holdings, Inc.

ARENยทAMEX

$1.57

-8.9%
Communication ServicesInternet Content & Information

The Arena Group Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates digital media platform the United States and internationally. The company offers the Platform, a proprietary online publishing platform comprising publishing tools, video platforms, social distribution channels, newsletter technology, machine learning content recommendations, notifications, and other technology. The company was formerly known as TheMaven, Inc. and changed its name to The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. in February 2022. The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. was incorporated in 1990 and is based in New York, New York.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$74.74M
EPS2.6300
P/E Ratio1.52
Earnings Date08/10/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E 1.5).

Valuation inputs: P/E 1.5, earnings yield +65.8%, momentum -8.9%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE -25.9%, ROIC +41.7%).

Profitability stack: net margin +92.6%, ROE -25.9%, ROIC +41.7%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +104.3%, momentum -8.9%, net margin +92.6%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that AREN has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $1.57, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for The Arena Group Holdings, Inc..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $1.57
3Y-165.0%
5Y-105.0%
10Y-118.0%
3Y-39.0%
5Y+5.0%
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3Y-276.0%
5Y-240.0%
10Y-5807.0%
3Y-447.0%
5Y-222.0%
10Y-3549.0%
3Y-289.0%
5Y-186.0%
10Y-2156.0%
3Y-45.0%
5Y-47.0%
10Y+8645.0%
The Arena Group Holdings, Inc.

The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue134.83M
Cost of Goods Sold (66.48M)
Gross Profit68.35M
Operating Expenses (27.56M)
Operating Income40.79M
Interest Expense (11.36M)
Other Income/Expense-11.66M
Pretax Income29.13M
Income Tax (520.00K)
Net Income124.86M
Net Income
124.86M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

50.7%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

30.3%

Outstanding operational efficiency. The company generates substantial profit from core operations.

Net Profit Margin

92.6%

Exceptional profitability. The company converts a significant portion of revenue to bottom-line earnings.

Effective Tax Rate

1.8%

Below-average tax rate suggests effective tax planning, favorable jurisdictions, or tax credits.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

50.69%
Gross Profit Margin
15%
3Y+27.0%
5Y+160.0%
10Y-
30.25%
Operating Profit Margin
384%
3Y-220.0%
5Y-155.0%
10Y-
92.61%
Net Profit Margin
-216%
3Y-389.0%
5Y-233.0%
10Y-
-2587.73%
Return on Equity
-3449%
3Y-2004.0%
5Y-155.0%
10Y+814.0%
110.88%
Return on Assets
-228%
3Y-419.0%
5Y-366.0%
10Y-165.0%
41.73%
Return on Invested Capital
-128%
3Y-178.0%
5Y-168.0%
10Y-118.0%
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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income124.86M
Depreciation & Amortization8.89M
Stock-Based Compensation485.00K
Change in Working Capital-96.28M
Others1.37M
Capital Expenditures-7.04M
Free Cash Flow32.21M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

25.8%

Weak cash conversion. Significant portion of earnings not converting to cashโ€”review working capital trends and capital intensity.

CapEx Intensity

17.9%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+251.6%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$96.28M

Significant working capital drain. Growth may be consuming cash through inventory buildup or receivables extensionโ€”monitor closely.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Working capital strain: Significant cash tied up in operations. Monitor receivables collection, inventory turns, and payment terms to optimize cash conversion cycle.

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents11.23M
Net Receivables18.15M
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets3.12M
Total Current Assets33 M
Property, Plant & Equipment2.01M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets64.09M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets9.64M
Total Non-Current Assets12 M
Total Assets
108.25M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

2.10x

Excellent liquidity position. The company can easily cover its short-term obligations with substantial cushion.

Working Capital

17 M

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

30% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that AREN stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 6.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 6.00 to a high of 6.00.

Lowest Target
6.00
282.17%
Consensus Target
6.00
282.17%
Highest Target
6.00
282.17%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 6.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 6.00 to a high of 6.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+282.2%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

Very High

Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.

Market Sentiment Insight

Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, there has been no insider trading activity reported for AREN.

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Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

No selling activity

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Neutral

No insider trading activity reported. This could indicate blackout periods, lack of conviction, or regulatory restrictions.

Insider Participation

No Activity

No insider trading activity reported from any insiders in the past year.

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