Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (wbd)
WBD — Company Overview
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) trades on NMS as part of the Communication Services peer group (Entertainment).
| Ticker | WBD |
| Sector | Communication Services |
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Exchange | NMS |
| Market cap | $77.12B |
| Last price | $30.76 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
WBD — Business Description
WBD represents a Entertainment business in the Communication Services segment. Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. operates as a media and entertainment company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Streaming, Studios, and Global Linear Networks. The Streaming segment offers streaming services, such as HBO Max and discovery+, and premium pay-TV services, including HBO and certain premium sports streaming products for mobile and connected TV devices. The Studios segment is involved in the production and release of feature films for initial exhibition in theaters, production and initial licensing of television programs to third parties and its networks/streaming services. This segment also distributes films and television programs to various third-party and internal television, streaming…
Official website: https://www.wbd.com.
WBD — Investment Thesis
At a high level, WBD offers exposure to Communication Services with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is contracting at roughly -11.2% year-over-year (public data).
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $77.12B.
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WBD — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Negative profit margin (-8.8%) signals near-term profitability pressure. Positive free cash flow of $16.17B supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Forward P/E | 494.37× |
| Price / Sales | 2.14× |
| Price / Book | 2.35× |
| Gross margin | 47.8% |
| Operating margin | 5.1% |
| Profit margin | -8.8% |
| Return on equity | -8.8% |
| Debt / Equity | 94.20 |
| Free cash flow | $16.17B |
WBD — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) depends on demand trends in Entertainment and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue decline of -11.2% highlights near-term demand headwinds.
- Earnings declined -90.6% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 0.5% below the 52-week high.
WBD — Competitive Position
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Communication Services.
- Competes within Communication Services, specifically in Entertainment.
- Market capitalization of $77.12B places WBD among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin near 47.8% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.
WBD — Strengths
Strengths for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Gross margin of 47.8% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($16.17B).
- Large Cap scale ($77.12B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
- Price near 52-week highs — positive price momentum on public markets.
WBD — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) based on available data:
- Revenue contraction of -11.2% year-over-year.
- Earnings decline of -90.6% year-over-year.
- Thin profit margin (-8.8%).
- High beta (1.57) amplifies market swings.
WBD — Opportunities
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
WBD — Risks
- Beta of 1.57 implies above-market volatility.
- Negative revenue growth may signal share loss or cyclical pressure.
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
WBD — Summary
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) is a large-cap Communication Services company focused on Entertainment, listed on NMS. Last price $30.76 with market cap $77.12B. Revenue declined -11.2% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include gross margin of 47.8% supports competitive unit economics. Key watch items include revenue contraction of -11.2% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. FAQ
What does Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) do?
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. operates as a media and entertainment company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Streaming, Studios, and Global Linear Networks. The Streaming segment offers streaming services, such as HBO Max and discovery+, and premium pay-TV services,…
What is WBD's P/E ratio?
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. has a trailing P/E of N/A× based on publicly available market data.
Does WBD pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: none reported. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is WBD in?
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is classified in Communication Services (Entertainment) on NMS.
What is WBD's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $77.12B.
What are the main risks for WBD?
Key risks include above-average volatility (beta 1.57), negative revenue growth, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of WBD?
Potential positives include gross margin of 47.8% supports competitive unit economics, positive free cash flow ($16.17b).
Where can I get analyst estimates for WBD?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. are on the free /stocks/wbd/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.