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Southern Cross Media Group Limited (AU:SXL)
ASX:SXL
SXL Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.76
AU$0.01(1.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.76
AU$0.01(1.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.53 - AU$0.94
Previous CloseN/A
Volume227.28K
Average Volume (3M)335.60K
Market Cap
AU$265.72M
Enterprise ValueAU$1.05B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$84.53M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$995.29M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Aug 18, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.03%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)<0.01
Shares Outstanding478,779,140
10 Day Avg. Volume201,995
30 Day Avg. Volume335,599
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.13
Price to Book (P/B)0.60
Price to Sales (P/S)0.30
P/FCF Ratio2.31
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$0.73Price Target Upside-4.61% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.21
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$1.88B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Free Cash Flow GrowthA 37.4% jump in free cash flow indicates durable improvement in cash conversion, enabling the company to fund dividends, pay down debt, or invest in digital audio and content. Strong FCF reduces dependence on external financing and supports long-term financial flexibility.
High Quality Cash Generation Vs EarningsAn operating cash flow to net income ratio of 0.84 suggests earnings are well backed by cash, implying lower accruals and more reliable cash generation. This supports sustainable dividend payments, working capital needs, and reinvestment without eroding liquidity over time.
Large Radio Portfolio And High Gross MarginA broad portfolio of metropolitan and regional radio assets combined with a 79% gross margin highlights structural scale and low incremental content costs. This entrenched market position and high gross profitability create a durable operating leverage advantage for monetising advertising.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendA near-8% revenue decline signals structural pressure on core ad sales, potentially from shifting advertiser budgets and digital competition. Sustained top-line contraction undermines scale, limits margin recovery, and forces difficult trade-offs between investment, pricing, and cost cuts.
Low Net Profit MarginDespite high gross margins, a 2.18% net margin shows difficulty converting revenue into retained profit after operating costs, interest and taxes. Persistently thin net margins constrain reinvestment, reduce buffer against ad-cycle volatility, and limit long-term returns to shareholders.
Rising Financial LeverageAn elevated debt-to-equity ratio (~1.07) raises financing risk and reduces strategic flexibility. Higher leverage increases interest cost sensitivity and limits capacity for M&A or capex, making the company more vulnerable to advertising downturns or rising rates over the medium term.
Southern Cross Media Group Limited News
SXL FAQ
What was Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited lowest share price was AU$0.53 and its highest was AU$0.94 in the past 12 months.
What is Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s market cap?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s market cap is AU$265.72M.
When is Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 18, 2026 which is in 150 days.
How were Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited released its earnings results on Feb 23, 2026. The company reported AU$0.009 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by AU$0.009.
Is Southern Cross Media Group Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Southern Cross Media Group Limited pay dividends?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited pays a Annually dividend of AU$0.04 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.03%. See more information on Southern Cross Media Group Limited dividends here
What is Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s EPS estimate?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Southern Cross Media Group Limited have?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited has 478,779,140 shares outstanding.
What happened to Southern Cross Media Group Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Southern Cross Media Group Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.009 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -9.023%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Southern Cross Media Group Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:SXL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Southern Cross Media Group Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$0.73 (-4.61% Downside)
AU$0.73 (-4.61% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
AU:SXL Sentiment 50%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$120.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
66.78%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-0.90%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
147.52%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Southern Cross Media Group Limited
Southern Cross Media Group Limited, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the creation of audio content for distribution on broadcast and digital networks. It operates in two segments, Audio and Television. The company owns 99 radio stations in FM, AM, and DAB+ radio, as well as 34 regional radio stations; broadcasts 93 free to air TV signals in regional Australia; operates LiSTNR, an audio destination for consumers housing radio, podcasts, music, and news; and offers sales representation for open audio platform SoundCloud and Sonos Radio. It also provides social media, live events, and digital platforms that deliver national and local entertainment, and news content. The company was formerly known as Macquarie Media Group. Southern Cross Media Group Limited was incorporated in 2005 and is based in South Melbourne, Australia.
SXL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$0.73
▼(-4.61% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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