Lee Enterprises, Incorporated
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Daily timeframeLee Enterprises, Incorporated, a digital-first subscription and marketing services company, provides local news and information, and advertising services in the United States. The company carries a $181.2M market cap, placing it firmly in the micro-cap category. The company offers digital subscription platforms; daily and weekly newspapers; and niche products for national and international news are accessible across digital and print formats through websites and mobile applications.
Market Cap
$181.2M
Beta
0.39
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$-1.26
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
—
ROA
3.9%
Cash
$59.4M
Total Debt
$475.3M
Free CF
$26.4M
52W Change
91.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where LEE stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, LEE finished 4.86% below its 150-day moving average ($8.43) and 7.94% above its 200-day moving average ($7.43). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is LEE overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, LEE's RSI(14) was 48.3, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated carries $475.3M in total debt against $59.4M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 8.0x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $26.4M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROA of 3.9% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $781.0M (2022) to $562.3M (2025), a 28% decline worth watching.
LEE's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Lee Enterprises, Incorporated carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing LEE.