LEECommunication Services · PublishingTicker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 48 of 100 as at 16 Oct 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Lee Enterprises, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Growth (81): Sales and profits are climbing, and climbing faster than before.
Revisions (25): Analysts have, on balance, been cutting their forecasts.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on LEE, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. LEE appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 16 Oct 2026, Lee Enterprises, Inc. returned +62.9% against +16.8% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 83% of US stocks
Cheaper than 88% of US stocks
Cheaper than 1% of US stocks
Cheaper than 35% of US stocks
Higher than 15% of US stocks
Higher than 26% of US stocks
Higher than 99% of US stocks
Higher than 66% of US stocks
Higher than 28% of US stocks
Higher than 96% of US stocks
Higher than 70% of US stocks
Higher than 97% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Lee Enterprises, Inc. has a market value of $150.0M and an enterprise value of $568.2M.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $517.1M. The latest quarter shrank 10.8% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: −$7.5M, a −1.4% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $−1.93.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$578K.
Trailing P/E: −1.1×; forward P/E: 11.8× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 11.39%, paying out 0% of earnings.
Lee Enterprises, Inc. employs 2,230 people — $232K of revenue per employee.
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The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| LEELee Enterprises, Inc. | $150.0M | 48 |
| SCHLScholastic Corp. | $710.6M | 75 |
| TDAYUSA TODAY Co., Inc. | $1.0B | 86 |
| EDUCEducational Development Corp. | $8.9M | 54 |
| WLYJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. | $2.7B | 72 |
| DIBS1stdibs.com, Inc.* | $143.5M | 98 |
| GIBOGIBO Holdings Ltd.* | $144.9M | 4 |
* Nearest Communication Services names by size — few publishing companies of this scale trade in the US universe.
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Lee Enterprises announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Gregory Hoffmann to the Board, effective immediately. The appointment was announced on September 30, 2026, from Davenport, Iowa.
Why it matters — A LEE watcher would care because a new board member appointment can bring fresh perspective and governance experience to the company's oversight.
Lee Enterprises and USA TODAY Co. announced strategic agreements to realign their local newspaper portfolios, effective immediately. The two companies framed the deals as signaling a new chapter for both organizations.
Why it matters — The realignment of local newspaper portfolios could reshape Lee Enterprises' asset mix and business focus.
USA TODAY Co. and Lee Enterprises announced strategic agreements, effective immediately, that conclude TNI Partners, the joint venture involving the Arizona Daily Star. Under the venture, Lee Enterprises had led the newspaper's newsroom, production and related technology operations while USA TODAY Co. managed advertising, sales, accounting and finance.
Why it matters — The conclusion of the TNI Partners joint venture marks a structural change in how Lee Enterprises operates the Arizona Daily Star, which could affect its portfolio and operational focus.
Law firm Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP announced it is investigating claims on behalf of investors in Lee Enterprises for potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the company's directors and management.
Why it matters — The investigation signals potential legal exposure for Lee Enterprises' leadership that could affect shareholder confidence and company reputation.
Zacks Investment Research initiated coverage of Lee Enterprises with a "Neutral" rating, becoming the first on Wall Street to do so. The note highlighted lower financing costs and deleveraging opportunities while tempering that with revenue contraction and print erosion.
Why it matters — LEE watchers would care because a major research firm has begun formal coverage of the stock, offering an independent assessment that balances improving financial conditions against persistent revenue and print headwinds.
As at 16 Oct 2026, Lee Enterprises, Inc. ranks 48 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Growth (81 of 100).
No analyst covering Lee Enterprises, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for LEE are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.
Lee Enterprises, Inc. returned +62.9% over the 12 months to 16 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated is a U.S. media company focused on local news, information, advertising, and marketing services.
The most recent item we track (GlobeNewsWire, 30 Sept 2026): "Lee Enterprises Appoints Gregory Hoffmann to Board of Directors". Lee Enterprises announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Gregory Hoffmann to the Board, effective immediately. The appointment was announced on September 30, 2026, from Davenport, Iowa.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated is a U.S. media company focused on local news, information, advertising, and marketing services. Lee Enterprises operates a digital-first subscription business that serves communities through daily newspapers, weekly and specialty publications, and a range of online products. Its offerings include print and digital editions, local publishing platforms, content management services, commercial printing, and digital marketing solutions for businesses. The company serves advertisers across local, regional, and national markets, helping connect audiences with community-focused content and commercial messaging. Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, Lee Enterprises plays an important role in local journalism and market-specific media distribution across multiple U.S. markets.
CEO Mr. Nathan E. Bekke · 2,230 employees · United States · https://www.lee.net
