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PPLI Stock Forecast: People, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 2 Oct 2026
$41
+0.81% on the day

The 12 Wall Street analysts covering People, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $54 — +30.8% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 75 of 100 as at 3 Oct 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.

Market cap
$3.1B
Ticker Nerd rank
75 / 100
Median analyst target
$54
Analysts covering
12
Revenue$436.7M−25.6% y/y
Operating income−$14.3M
Net income$507.8M
Free cash flow−$137.7M
Quarterly, 5 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
+3.2%
1M
+6.1%
YTD
+5.6%
1Y
+20.0%
From 52W high
−13.3%
From 52W low
+31.0%
$32
$48
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

PPLI stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores People, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 3 Oct 2026
75 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Issuance
92
Volatility
88
Value
82
Revisions
76
Momentum
69
Quality
51
Accruals
40
Growth
32
Size
29

Issuance (92): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.

Growth (32): Sales and profits are flat, shrinking, or growing more slowly than they were.

Size (29): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.

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Wall Street

PPLI stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on PPLI, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$30$40$50$60$70Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26PPLIHigh $70Median $54Low $48

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says12 analysts
8 Buy4 Hold0 Sell
Low $48Median $54High $70

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +30.8% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 5 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
24 Sept 2026StoneXMaintainsBuy$70 → $63
11 Sept 2026JP MorganAssumesOverweight$54
17 Aug 2026CitigroupMaintainsBuy—
17 Aug 2026CitigroupMaintainsBuy$48 → $52
5 Aug 2026BenchmarkMaintainsBuy$60 → $70
5 Aug 2026BenchmarkMaintainsBuy—
5 Aug 2026CitizensMaintainsMarket Outperform—
5 Aug 2026CitizensMaintainsMarket Outperform$47 → $54
5 Aug 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsBuy—
5 Aug 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsBuy$50 → $62
5 Aug 2026UBSMaintainsNeutral—
5 Aug 2026UBSMaintainsNeutral$49 → $56
7 May 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—
6 May 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—
6 May 2026CitigroupMaintainsBuy—
6 May 2026JefferiesDowngradeHold—
6 May 2026Piper SandlerReiteratesNeutral—
6 May 2026UBSMaintainsNeutral—
4 May 2026JP MorganMaintainsOverweight—
4 May 2026TD CowenMaintainsBuy—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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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. PPLI appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Performance

PPLI vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 2 Oct 2026, People, Inc. returned +20.0% against +16.2% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

PPLI vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
90100110120130140Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26PPLIS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

PPLI analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
+528.0%
Analysts raising
3
Analysts cutting
0
Fundamentals

People, Inc. (PPLI) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
7.0×

Cheaper than 63% of US stocks

Price / sales
1.3×

Cheaper than 63% of US stocks

Price / book
0.6×

Cheaper than 82% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
20.1×

Cheaper than 15% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
−1.5%

Higher than 25% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
139.7%

Higher than 87% of US stocks

Gross margin
64.2%

Higher than 77% of US stocks

Operating margin
−3.3%

Higher than 29% of US stocks

Net margin
14.1%

Higher than 76% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
9.0%

Higher than 61% of US stocks

Return on assets
0.4%

Higher than 45% of US stocks

Dividend yield
818.3%

Higher than 99% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

People, Inc. (PPLI) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • People, Inc. has a market value of $3.1B and an enterprise value of $3.4B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $2.1B. The latest quarter shrank 1.5% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $339.6M, a 16.2% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $4.48.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$182.5M, after $30.2M of capital spending.

  • People, Inc. spent $248.3M on share buybacks in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 74.5M.

  • Trailing P/E: 7.0×; forward P/E: 16.8× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 818.31%, paying out 0% of earnings.

  • People, Inc. employs 5,156 people — $406K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 3 Oct 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

PPLI vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelInternet Content & Information
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
PPLIPeople, Inc.$3.1B
75
CARGCargurus, Inc.$2.7B
99
RUMRUM Group, Inc.$3.8B
16
DJTTrump Media & Technology Group Corp.$2.5B
10
STUBStubhub Holdings, Inc.$2.0B
32
GENIGenius Sports Ltd.$1.7B
20
ZZillow Group, Inc.$6.3B
60

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own People, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest PPLI news & analysis

MGM CEO leaves door open to People Inc. bid as casino dealmaking heats up

CNBC · 30 Sept 2026neutral

The Wall Street Journal reported that MGM was exploring an offer for People Inc., after People Inc. withdrew its $48.30-per-share proposal to buy the rest of MGM. MGM's CEO said the company would continue pursuing shareholder interests and unlocking value in a business he considers grossly undervalued.

Why it matters — A potential MGM bid signals renewed dealmaking interest in People Inc. following its withdrawn takeover offer for MGM, which could affect its valuation and strategic direction.

4 Media Stocks That Are Worth Watching in a Challenging Industry

Zacks Investment Research · 30 Sept 2026positive

Zacks Investment Research highlighted media conglomerate stocks including PPLI, noting that industry players benefit from rising demand for high-speed internet and increased media consumption in a challenging industry landscape.

Why it matters — The mention positions PPLI among media stocks that could see tailwinds from growing demand for high-speed internet and media consumption.

People (PPLI) Surges 11.3%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?

Zacks Investment Research · 28 Sept 2026positive

People (PPLI) saw its share price rise 11.3% in the last trading session on above-average volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions suggests there could be further strength ahead for the stock.

Why it matters — PPLI watchers would care because the share-price jump and favorable earnings estimate revisions could signal continued momentum for the company.

People Incorporated shares rise over 10% on potential MGM takeover bid

Proactive Investors · 25 Sept 2026positive

People Incorporated shares rose over 10% to $39.74 on Friday after a Wall Street Journal report that MGM Resorts International is considering a potential takeover bid for the media company. The stock was up $3.81 from Thursday's close of $35.93, extending a sharp move that began in after-hours trading following the report.

Why it matters — A possible MGM takeover bid could bring a significant valuation event and change in ownership for PPLI shareholders.

Shares In Barry Diller's People Inc. Surge On Report Of Role-Reversal Acquisition Bid From MGM Resorts

Deadline · 25 Sept 2026positive

Shares in Barry Diller's People Inc. rose 9% in early trading Friday after a report of an unusual role-reversal acquisition bid from MGM Resorts. This follows People's announcement earlier in the week that it was dropping its $18 billion plan to acquire full control of MGM Resorts, in which it already holds a 27% stake.

Why it matters — A PPLI watcher would care because the report of MGM Resorts making an acquisition bid for People Inc. represents a significant shift in the companies' relationship and could reshape the value of PPLI's existing stake.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about PPLI stock

What is the PPLI stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 12 Wall Street analysts covering People, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $54, with estimates ranging from $48 to $70. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is PPLI stock a buy right now?

Of the 12 analysts covering People, Inc., 8 rate it a Buy, 4 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks People, Inc. 75 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 3 Oct 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank PPLI?

As at 3 Oct 2026, People, Inc. ranks 75 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 Issuance (92 of 100).

Will PPLI stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 12 analysts implies +30.8% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks People, Inc. 75 out of 100 as at 3 Oct 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the PPLI stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering People, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for PPLI are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $48 to $70 over the next 12 months.

How has PPLI stock performed over the past year?

People, Inc. returned +20.0% over the 12 months to 2 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does People, Inc. do?

People Inc. is a media and internet company that publishes a broad portfolio of digital and print brands.

What is the latest news on PPLI?

The most recent item we track (CNBC, 30 Sept 2026): "MGM CEO leaves door open to People Inc. bid as casino dealmaking heats up". The Wall Street Journal reported that MGM was exploring an offer for People Inc., after People Inc. withdrew its $48.30-per-share proposal to buy the rest of MGM. MGM's CEO said the company would continue pursuing shareholder interests and unlocking value in a business he considers grossly undervalued.

Company

About People, Inc.

People Inc. is a media and internet company that publishes a broad portfolio of digital and print brands. Its business is centered on content creation, audience development, and advertising across well-known titles that cover lifestyle, food, travel, home, and entertainment. The company operates through multiple segments, including Dotdash Meredith, Angi, Search, and Emerging and Other, combining publishing, commerce, and service-oriented digital platforms. People Inc. serves consumers and advertisers through branded editorial content, subscription and digital media products, and online marketplaces tied to home services and search. Headquartered in New York, People Inc. plays a significant role in the U.S. media landscape by connecting large audiences with trusted brands and commercially focused digital experiences.

CEO Mr. Joseph M. Levin · 5,156 employees · United States · https://www.people.inc