The latest available data on Hürriyet Gazetecilik ve Matbaacilik A.S. (HURGZ), listed on the Istanbul Stock Exchange (BIST) under the ticker HURGZ, shows the following:
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Current Price: As of April 17, 2025, the stock price is approximately 4.05 TRY, reflecting a -10.00% decrease in the past 24 hours. Other sources report prices ranging from 3.94 TRY to 5.13 TRY in recent weeks, indicating volatility.
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Recent Performance: The stock has declined by -3.94% over the past week. Sentiment on X suggests a bearish outlook, with posts noting sales pressure below a pivot level of 4.52 TRY and expectations of a break in the descending trend.
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Historical Highs and Lows: The all-time high was not specified in recent data, but the stock’s volatility is 11.11%, with a beta coefficient of 0.91, indicating moderate market risk.
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Financials:
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Revenue (2023): 741.32 million TRY, down -16.47% from 887.44 million TRY in 2022.
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Net Income: Last quarter’s net income was -277.91 million TRY, a -58.86% decline from the prior quarter’s -174.94 million TRY. Annual losses in 2023 were -828.52 million TRY, a 465.6% increase in losses compared to 2022.
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EBITDA: -554.93 million TRY, with a margin of -26.36%, signaling operational challenges.
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Earnings Per Share (EPS): -1.76 TRY, reflecting ongoing losses.
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Market Cap: Approximately 2.40 billion TRY at a price of 4.05 TRY, down slightly from 2.47 billion TRY at 3.94 TRY.
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Dividends: HURGZ does not pay dividends.
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Analyst Sentiment: The stock faces a “Strong Sell” signal based on technical indicators and moving averages. GuruFocus notes five severe warning signs regarding financial stability, suggesting caution. No specific 12-month price targets were available.
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X Sentiment: Recent posts on X highlight technical analysis, with a bearish tone. One user noted a sales breakdown below the 200-day moving average at 4.52 TRY, predicting continued downward pressure. Others suggest monitoring for a potential breakout from a descending trend, but no bullish confirmation exists.
Comparison to HDFGS and HUBVC:
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Price Volatility: HURGZ (11.11% volatility) is more volatile than HDFGS (4.22%) but less than HUBVC (10% weekly).
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Performance: HURGZ’s recent -3.94% weekly loss contrasts with HUBVC’s +3.04% gain and HDFGS’s -5.11% loss. Over the past year, HURGZ’s performance is not detailed, but HUBVC’s +5.01% (or +177.46% in 2024) outperforms HDFGS’s -11.98%.
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Financial Stability: HURGZ’s five severe warning signs (GuruFocus) indicate greater financial distress than HUBVC (two warnings) and slightly worse than HDFGS (four warnings).
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Market Role: HURGZ operates in media (journalism, printing, advertising), unlike HDFGS (venture capital) and HUBVC (tech startup investments), making it more sensitive to media sector dynamics.
Note: Stock prices fluctuate rapidly, and the data may not reflect real-time values. For the latest quotes, check platforms like Reuters, Yahoo Finance, or TradingView. Trading carries significant risks, especially given HURGZ’s financial losses and warning signs. Conduct thorough research or consult a financial advisor before investing.
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