LookSmart Group (LKST) Stock Price

LookSmart Group Price

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Revenue at LookSmart Group has contracted by 22.5% per year over the past 20 years to 953,000.00 USD. Earnings per share have declined at 17.9% per year over the last 14 years. LookSmart Group's net margin stands at -25.2%, down from -0.1% several years earlier.

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LookSmart Group Stock Price History
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LookSmart Group Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2015
4.55 M USD
-2.76 M USD
-3.21 M USD
Jan 1, 2016
6.32 M USD
-979,000.00 USD
-1.05 M USD
Jan 1, 2017
6.30 M USD
275,000.00 USD
228,000.00 USD
Jan 1, 2019
1.89 M USD
52,000.00 USD
-2,000.00 USD
Jan 1, 2020
869,000.00 USD
-456,000.00 USD
-510,000.00 USD
Jan 1, 2021
1.86 M USD
-271,000.00 USD
-325,000.00 USD
Jan 1, 2022
1.72 M USD
-9,000.00 USD
-63,000.00 USD
Jan 1, 2023
953,000.00 USD
-211,000.00 USD
-240,000.00 USD

LookSmart Group Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

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EBIT MARGIN%
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50.0043.0841.1844.6855.5633.3333.3350.0050.0016.6716.67100.00100.00100.00
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales LookSmart Group generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue LookSmart Group retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare LookSmart Group's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares LookSmart Group has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against LookSmart Group's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

LookSmart Group stock margins

The LookSmart Group margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of LookSmart Group. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for LookSmart Group.
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EBIT margin
Profit margin
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Date
Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2015
53.61 %
-60.69 %
-70.54 %
Jan 1, 2016
24.91 %
-15.50 %
-16.64 %
Jan 1, 2017
30.03 %
4.37 %
3.62 %
Jan 1, 2019
40.66 %
2.75 %
-0.11 %
Jan 1, 2020
25.55 %
-52.47 %
-58.69 %
Jan 1, 2021
30.44 %
-14.60 %
-17.51 %
Jan 1, 2022
46.19 %
-0.52 %
-3.66 %
Jan 1, 2023
55.61 %
-22.14 %
-25.18 %

LookSmart Group Stock Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The LookSmart Group earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue LookSmart Group has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
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Date
Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2015
49.01 USD
-29.74 USD
-34.57 USD
Jan 1, 2016
112.02 USD
-17.36 USD
-18.63 USD
Jan 1, 2017
109.12 USD
4.77 USD
3.95 USD
Jan 1, 2019
33.14 USD
0.91 USD
-0.04 USD
Jan 1, 2020
15.25 USD
-8.00 USD
-8.95 USD
Jan 1, 2021
32.56 USD
-4.75 USD
-5.70 USD
Jan 1, 2022
30.16 USD
-0.16 USD
-1.11 USD
Jan 1, 2023
16.72 USD
-3.70 USD
-4.21 USD

LookSmart Group business model & stock analysis

LookSmart Group Inc. is a company in the field of online marketing services, based in San Francisco, California. The company was founded in 1995 by Evan Thornley and Tracey Ellery in Melbourne, Australia. Originally, LookSmart was a directory for websites and a search service that allowed users to search for information on the internet. In 1995, they went public to expand their business, and in 1999, they opened an office in San Francisco. Starting in 2000, the company expanded its activities to include the development of search engine marketing solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. It offered pay-per-click (PPC) campaigns that businesses could use to target potential customers by placing paid search ads on search engine results pages. With this business model, LookSmart quickly gained recognition and continued to grow in the following decade. In 2002, LookSmart acquired AltaVista, a well-known search engine from the early days of the internet that was previously operated by Compaq. In 2006, LookSmart separated from its search engine and focused solely on search engine marketing. Over the years, LookSmart expanded its offerings to meet the needs of its customers. It now offers various types of ads, including search ads, display ads, video ads, and mobile ads. The company works with search engines like Google, Bing, and Yahoo to display ads on their respective search result pages. In addition, LookSmart also offers a range of tools and services to help its customers optimize and successfully execute their online advertising campaigns. This includes tools for creating and managing ads, segmenting audiences, testing keywords and ad copy, and more. LookSmart has also built a partner network to provide its customers with access to a wider reach and place their ads on other websites. Over the years, the company has received several awards, and its customer base includes a variety of industries such as retail, finance, healthcare, travel, and hospitality. LookSmart's secret to success is always listening to the needs of its customers and continuously improving its services to meet the changing market demands. In summary, LookSmart Group Inc. is a leading provider of online marketing services that offers a wide range of tools and solutions for its customers. The company has experienced remarkable growth over the years by focusing on search engine marketing and has established itself as a key player in the industry.

LookSmart Group SWOT Analysis

Strengths

LookSmart Group Inc has a strong brand reputation in the industry.

The company has a wide range of products and services to offer.

LookSmart Group Inc has a strong customer base and a loyal customer following.

Weaknesses

The company has experienced declining revenues in recent years.

LookSmart Group Inc has limited market presence and a smaller market share compared to competitors.

The company heavily relies on a few key customers for a significant portion of its revenue.

Opportunities

There is potential for growth in the digital advertising industry, which LookSmart Group Inc can tap into.

The company can explore partnerships and collaborations to expand its market reach.

LookSmart Group Inc can leverage technology advancements to improve its products and services.

Threats

Intense competition from larger and more established players in the industry poses a threat to LookSmart Group Inc.

Economic downturns and fluctuations in advertising budgets can impact the company's revenue and profitability.

There is a risk of disruptive technologies and changing customer preferences affecting LookSmart Group Inc's business model.

LookSmart Group Eulerpool Fair Value

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What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

LookSmart Group historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

LookSmart Group annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down LookSmart Group's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in LookSmart Group's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare LookSmart Group's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

LookSmart Group shares outstanding

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Number of stocks
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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2015
92,800.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2016
56,400.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2017
57,700.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2019
57,000.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2020
57,000.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2021
57,000.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2022
57,000.00 Stocks
Jan 1, 2023
57,000.00 Stocks

LookSmart Group stock splits

Since 2017, a total of 0.01 shares have been converted from one LookSmart Group share.

DateRatioType
3/23/2017100 : 1Reverse Stock Split
Price targets and forecasts for LookSmart Group are not yet available.

LookSmart Group Executives and Management Board

2 members · avg. age 46 · 0 % women

MO

Mr. Michael Onghai (46)

Principal Executive Officer, Principal Finance Officer

JO

Mr. Judy Onghai

Finance Manager

LookSmart Group Supply Chain

LookSmart Group Supply Chain

Correlation: how closely stock prices move together

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2 companies
#NameTrend
1
Home Depot
Customer·Specialty Retail·US
0.16
2
NortonLifeLock
Customer·Software·US
-0.56

Frequently asked questions about LookSmart Group

LookSmart Group Inc represents values of innovation, integrity, and customer focus. As a company, LookSmart Group Inc believes in constantly exploring new ideas and technologies to stay ahead in the competitive market. Their corporate philosophy revolves around providing exceptional services and solutions to meet their clients' needs effectively. With a strong commitment to ethical business practices, LookSmart Group Inc prioritizes transparency and honesty in all their interactions. By prioritizing customer satisfaction and delivering innovative solutions, LookSmart Group Inc aims to establish long-term partnerships and achieve sustainable growth in the industry.

The business model of LookSmart Group Inc. is focused on digital advertising and technology solutions. As a company, LookSmart Group offers a variety of services including programmatic media buying, data-driven targeting, and optimization strategies for its clients. It aims to connect advertisers and publishers through its advanced platform, helping them reach their target audiences effectively. LookSmart Group Inc. leverages its technology and expertise to provide cost-efficient advertising solutions, ultimately driving increased engagement and revenue generation for its customers.

LookSmart Group Inc is primarily active in the advertising technology industry.

The main competitors of LookSmart Group Inc in the market include Alphabet Inc, Yahoo! Inc, and Microsoft Corporation.

LookSmart Group Inc is a well-established company with a rich history and background. Founded in 1997, LookSmart originally started as an online directory service before transitioning into an internet search advertising network. Over the years, the company has focused on delivering targeted advertising solutions and innovative technologies to businesses worldwide. With its vast experience in the digital advertising industry, LookSmart Group Inc continues to provide valuable services and solutions to clients. Despite the evolving nature of the digital landscape, LookSmart remains committed to helping businesses maximize their online presence and reach their target audience effectively.

LookSmart Group Inc has achieved several significant milestones throughout its history. The company successfully pioneered Internet advertising solutions by launching its Ad Network in 1998. It went on to become one of the first companies to deliver pay-for-performance advertising, allowing advertisers to pay only for the actual clicks their ads received. LookSmart Group Inc also acquired well-known companies such as NetNanny and Zapmeta, expanding its product portfolio and further solidifying its market presence. Over the years, LookSmart Group Inc has continued to evolve and adapt to changes in the digital advertising landscape, consistently providing innovative solutions for advertisers and publishers alike.

LookSmart Group Inc is primarily present in the United States.

Converted at the current exchange rate, the LookSmart Group share trades at 0.00 EUR (0.00 USD).

The LookSmart Group Inc is a leading company in the field of digital marketing solutions. The company offers a variety of services, including search engine advertising (SEA), search engine optimization (SEO), content marketing, and display advertising. An important product of Looksmart is the Smart Placement Network. This is a network of websites where ads can be placed. The network includes more than 35,000 websites worldwide and allows advertisers to advertise effectively and cost-efficiently. The company also offers search engine advertising. Customers can place ads on Google, Yahoo, and Bing to increase their presence in search results. LookSmart works closely with its customers to identify the right keywords and ensure that their ads are displayed as frequently as possible. In addition, the company offers search engine optimization services. Websites of customers are optimized to improve their rankings in search results. LookSmart conducts comprehensive analysis to identify weaknesses in the website and takes action to address them. Content marketing is another important offering from LookSmart. The company creates high-quality content for its customers, which can be published on their website. This content is designed to capture the interest of visitors to the website and encourage them to take advantage of the company's other products or services. Display advertising is another service provided by LookSmart. Customers can place ads on websites that belong to the LookSmart network. These websites have a high number of visitors and offer advertisers an excellent opportunity to reach their target audience. The business model of LookSmart is based on developing strong working relationships with customers and offering high-quality services. The company also generates revenue through the placement of ads on its network websites. LookSmart has earned a reputation as a reliable partner and innovative provider in the market through its extensive experience and industry knowledge. Overall, the company offers a wide range of services that help customers improve their online presence and expand their business. Through a multidisciplinary team of experts and the use of cutting-edge technology, LookSmart can offer customers a customized package tailored to their specific needs.

The revenue cannot currently be calculated for LookSmart Group.

The profit cannot currently be calculated for LookSmart Group.

The P/E ratio cannot be calculated for LookSmart Group at the moment.

The P/S cannot be calculated for LookSmart Group currently.

The Eulerpool Quality Score for LookSmart Group is 1/10.

The ISIN of LookSmart Group is US54344C1053. The ISIN (International Securities Identification Number) is a globally unique identifier for securities.

The WKN of LookSmart Group is A2DNZD. The WKN (Wertpapierkennnummer) is a six-digit German security identification number.

The ticker of LookSmart Group is LKST. The ticker symbol is used to trade LookSmart Group shares on the stock exchange.

LookSmart Group paid dividends every year for the past 0 years.

LookSmart Group is assigned to the 'Communication' sector.

The dividends of LookSmart Group are distributed in USD.

Fair ValuePRO
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Over-/UndervaluationPRO
Fairly valued
Industry
Interactive Media & Services
Number of shares
Employees
Revenue per Employee
79,416.67 USD
Revenue growth Ø5 years
EBIT growth Ø5 years
Net Income growth Ø5 years
Country
United States
Currency
USD
Initial public offering
Mar 4, 2016
ISIN
US54344C1053
Cusip
54344C105
Sedol
BF048H9
Market capitalization
52-Week Range
0.004.26USD
Revenue growth (10Y) > 5%
Revenue growth (3Y) > 5 %
EBIT growth (10Y) > 5%
EBIT growth (3Y) > 5 %
Net debt < 4x EBIT
Profitable since 10Y+
EBIT Drawdown (10Y) < 50%
Return on Equity (ROE) > 15%
ROCE > 15%
Return Expectation > 10%
PEG
P/E ratio
P/Ee
P/S
P/Se
EV/EBIT
P/B Ratio
ROE (Return on Equity)
ROA (Return on Assets)
ROCE (Return on Capital Employed)
ROIC (Return on Invested Capital)
9.46 %
Gross Margin
55.61 %
EBIT Margin
-22.14 %
Net Margin
-25.18 %
EPS (Earnings Per Share)
-4.21 USD
Net Debt / EBIT
Debt/Equity
-5.20
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LookSmart Group Ticker

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LookSmart Group FIGI

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