Comcast Corporation is a leading American cable operator with a diversified portfolio of services, including cable services, theme parks, content production and distribution, and other activities. Net sales are primarily generated in the United States, with a smaller portion in Europe and other regions. The company's revenue streams include video and television channel access, Internet access, telephone services, entertainment programs, and sports programs.
Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) has seen significant shifts in institutional holdings and positive financial performance during the first quarter of 2025. The company's stock has been the subject of various analyst reports and institutional investor activities.
Institutional Holdings
Comerica Bank, one of the largest institutional investors, reduced its holdings in Comcast by 4.4% in the first quarter, selling 46,890 shares to own approximately 1,030,522 shares valued at $38 million [1]. This reduction follows a period where several other large investors increased their stakes in Comcast. Advisor OS LLC, for instance, lifted its stake by 33.2%, now owning 35,440 shares valued at $1,308,000 [1]. Resona Asset Management Co. Ltd. raised its position by 10.2%, owning 1,282,073 shares worth $47,254,000 [1]. Gabelli Funds LLC also reduced its stake by 4.3%, selling 47,000 shares to own 1,054,480 shares valued at approximately $38.91 million [2].
Financial Performance
Comcast's recent earnings showed an EPS of $1.25, surpassing analysts' expectations of $1.18, with quarterly revenues of $30.31 billion, representing a 2.1% increase from the previous year [1]. The company's return on equity was 18.86%, and its net margin was 18.44%. Analysts forecast that Comcast Corporation will post 4.33 EPS for the current year [1].
Analyst Ratings
Analysts have mixed opinions on Comcast. Scotiabank upped their target price on shares of Comcast from $44.50 to $45.00 and gave the company a "sector perform" rating [1]. Argus cut shares of Comcast from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating [1]. Benchmark reaffirmed a "buy" rating on shares of Comcast [1]. Morgan Stanley dropped their price target on Comcast from $40.00 to $38.00 and set an "equal weight" rating on the stock [1]. Moffett Nathanson raised their target price on Comcast from $56.00 to $58.00 and gave the stock a "buy" rating [1].
Dividend
Comcast recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on October 22, 2025, with an annualized dividend of $1.32 and a yield of 3.9% [1].
Conclusion
Comcast Corporation has shown strong financial performance and has been the subject of significant institutional investor activity during the first quarter of 2025. While analysts have varying opinions, the company's positive earnings and increased revenue suggest a promising outlook. However, investors should consider the mixed analyst ratings and the recent reduction in institutional holdings when making investment decisions.
References:
[1] https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-comerica-bank-sells-46890-shares-of-comcast-corporation-cmcsa-2025-08-25/
[2] https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-gabelli-funds-llc-reduces-stake-in-comcast-corporation-cmcsa-2025-08-26/
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