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The raised 2026 targets and maintained leverage goal could attract buyers and re-rate the stock on improved profitability and liquidity, provided OTT momentum persists and restructuring costs moderate relative to gains. Historical precedent shows equity upside when non-GAAP targets are raised and leverage remains within a favorable range, even after a period of losses tied to one-time charges.
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STARZ reported Q2 2026 revenue of $307.9 million and Adjusted OIBDA of $59.9 million, with a $(175.5) million GAAP operating loss largely due to restructuring. The company raised its 2026 targets for Adjusted OIBDA and Unlevered Free Cash Flow, reaffirmed a 2.7x year-end leverage goal, and cited positive OTT revenue growth, suggesting 2026 could be a meaningful inflection year despite ongoing restructuring costs.
Q2 2026 revenue $307.9m; Adjusted OIBDA $59.9m; operating loss driven by restructuring.
OTT revenue growth positive YoY; Fightland premiere supports ownership strategy.
Balance sheet liquidity: cash $59.6m; revolver undrawn; total debt $625.1m; net debt $565.5m.
Outlook: mid-single-digit Adjusted OIBDA growth; mid-to-upper end Unlevered FCF $80–$120m.
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