Urban One

Urban One ROIC

The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of Urban One (UONEK) as of Nov 2, 2026 is -28.63 %. In the previous year, Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) was -13.48 % — a change of 112.36% (lower).

ROIC

-28.63 %

YoY

112.36%

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Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of Urban One is 2025 -28.63 % . Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of Urban One was 2024 -13.48 % . It decreases by 112.36% lower compared to the previous year.

The Urban One ROIC history

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ROIC
Date
ROIC
Jan 1, 2018
12.92 USD
Jan 1, 2019
0.08 USD
Jan 1, 2020
-0.75 USD
Jan 1, 2021
3.16 USD
Jan 1, 2022
3.11 USD
Jan 1, 2023
0.20 USD
Jan 1, 2024
-13.48 USD
Jan 1, 2025
-28.63 USD
The Urban One ROIC history
YEARROICYoY
-28.63 %+112.36%
-13.48 %-6,829.40%
0.20 %-93.56%
3.11 %-1.61%
3.16 %-518.83%
-0.75 %-1,004.92%
0.08 %-99.35%
12.92 %+17.03%
11.04 %-24,509.28%
-0.05 %-99.42%
-7.77 %+30.88%
-5.94 %—

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Urban One Stock analysis

What does Urban One do? Urban One, Inc. generates revenue through its radio broadcasting segment, which operates approximately 60 broadcast stations across over 20 urban markets in the United States, targeting African-American and urban listeners. The Reach Media segment includes syndicated radio shows such as the Tom Joyner Morning Show, Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Russ Parr Morning Show, and DL Hughley Show, which likely drive advertising and sponsorship revenue. The Internet segment encompasses online platforms from all business divisions, while the cable television segment operates TV One, LLC, contributing to the company's diversified media portfolio. Urban One's primary customers are advertisers seeking to reach African-American and urban demographics through radio, digital, and television channels. The company's radio broadcasting operations serve as the core revenue driver, with stations in urban markets attracting advertisers focused on African-American audiences. Reach Media's syndicated shows, including the Tom Joyner Morning Show, provide additional advertising opportunities across multiple platforms. TV One, LLC, as part of the cable television segment, likely generates subscription and advertising revenue, complementing the radio and Internet segments. Urban One's business model relies on multi-platform advertising sales targeting specific demographic segments, particularly African-American and urban listeners. Urban One's revenue streams are structured around four segments: radio broadcasting, Reach Media, Internet, and cable television. The radio segment's 60 stations in over 20 urban markets form the foundation, while Reach Media's syndicated programs like the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and DL Hughley Show expand reach. The Internet segment supports digital advertising, and TV One, LLC in the cable segment offers television advertising and subscription revenue. Advertisers targeting African-American and urban audiences are the key buyers across all segments, driving the company's financial model. Urban One is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

Frequently Asked Questions about Urban One stock

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of Urban One is -28.63 % in 2025.

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of Urban One changed from -13.48 % to -28.63 %, representing a 112.36% change. The value is lower than the previous year.

On Eulerpool you can find the complete historical development of Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Urban One since 2006 – with annual values, charts, and detailed analysis.

ROIC measures how effectively a company uses its invested capital to generate profits. A ROIC above the cost of capital creates shareholder value.

ROIC = NOPAT / Invested Capital

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