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This summary was created by AI, based on 2 opinions in the last 12 months.

The reviews for Lumen Technologies Inc indicate a troubling trajectory for the stock, with concerns about its recent performance. One expert notes that the stock is sliding, suggesting that its prior increase was not justified and that further decline is likely. Another reviewer expresses skepticism regarding the stock's volatility, highlighted by its parabolic price movements which breed distrust. These sentiments reflect a lack of confidence in the stability and future prospects of Lumen Technologies, indicating that investors might want to exercise caution. Given these insights, it appears that there's a general apprehension about the sustainability of the stock's value, leading to worries about potential losses for those invested in it.

Consensus
Negative
Valuation
Overvalued
DON'T BUY

Is sliding, but it should never have gone up as much as it did--and will continue to.

DON'T BUY

Doesn't trust it because of its parabolic moves.

DON'T BUY
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LUMN is down 79% year-to-date and it recently missed its earnings by a wide margin. The company's sales declined year-over-year by 17%, but its operating expenses also rose 14%, causing significant margin contraction. Its operating expenses last year benefited from the sale of its business, and its interest expenses remain high, at $295M in the recent quarter. It has reduced its debt significantly over the past several years, but it remains high at a net debt of ~$20B, and a net debt/EBITDA of 4.0X. Its interest coverage ratio has been materially contracting, now at 1.4X, and it's selling assets and business segments to reduce its debt burden. A bad mix of declining sales, flat to contracting margins, and sales of some of its business units to reduce a debt/equity ratio of 9.0X is likely to negatively impact this name for some time. We do not expect a recovery in this name unless sales can recover, however, it seems the company is focused on restructuring rather than growing.
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1550+ opinions with 4.81 rating (one of the best performing expert).

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Nov 29/22, Down 31.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LUMN has triggered its stop at $3.65.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  

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1550+ opinions with 4.81 rating (one of the best performing expert).

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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly With the blow down in share prices that resulted after halting the dividend, LUMN valuation is excellent at this level as it trades at 3x earnings. The company provides all things internet over a 400,000 fibre optic miles network in 60 countries. It recently announced a $1.5 billion contract with the US Dep. of Defense for security in the Asia-Pacific region. It has retired a massive amount of debt. We recommend a stop-loss at $3.65, looking to achieve $7.25 -- upside over 33%. Yield 0% (Analysts’ price target is $7.14)
DON'T BUY
Lots of debt. Skinny balance sheet. Be careful. Revenues steadily declining. Rising interest rates is the worst thing that can happen to them. Well diversified, but not in high-growth industries. Despite new management, stay away, too risky. Yield is 12.5%.
BUY
Trades at a huge discount to their private market value. They reported yesterday which were totally fine. Pays a 9% dividend.
DON'T BUY
The stock has fallen apart. There are too many of this digital solutions for business and home companies.
BUY
On a private-market value, this should be up dramatically, maybe twice at trading levels. It pays a near-10% dividend yield which is sustainable.
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Lumen Technologies Inc(LUMN-N) Rating

Ranking : 3 out of 5

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Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 0

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 2

Total Signals / Votes : 2

Stockchase rating for Lumen Technologies Inc is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

Lumen Technologies Inc(LUMN-N) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lumen Technologies Inc stock symbol?

Lumen Technologies Inc is a American stock, trading under the symbol LUMN-N on the New York Stock Exchange (LUMN). It is usually referred to as NYSE:LUMN or LUMN-N

Is Lumen Technologies Inc a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 2 stock analysts published opinions about LUMN-N. 0 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 2 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Lumen Technologies Inc.

Is Lumen Technologies Inc a good investment or a top pick?

Lumen Technologies Inc was recommended as a Top Pick by on . Read the latest stock experts ratings for Lumen Technologies Inc.

Why is Lumen Technologies Inc stock dropping?

Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts’ recommendations for help on deciding if you should buy, sell or hold the stock.

Is Lumen Technologies Inc worth watching?

2 stock analysts on Stockchase covered Lumen Technologies Inc In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Lumen Technologies Inc stock price?

On 2025-04-23, Lumen Technologies Inc (LUMN-N) stock closed at a price of $3.28.