OPTU
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the communication services sector, OPTU focuses on Telecom Services services and products. Optimum Communications, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides broadband communications and video services under the Optimum brand in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin. The $400.5M market capitalization puts OPTU squarely in small-cap range for its industry. It provides broadband, video, telephony, and mobile services to residential and business customers.
Market Cap
$400.5M
Beta
1.25
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-0.87
EPS (TTM)
$-10.56
EPS (Fwd)
$-1.21
ROE
—
ROA
2.8%
Cash
$1.30B
Total Debt
$26.78B
Free CF
-$168.7M
52W Change
-53.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where OPTU stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 31, 2026 close, OPTU finished 17.07% below its 150-day moving average ($1.23) and 25.55% below its 200-day moving average ($1.37). 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 OPTU overbought or oversold?
At the August 31, 2026 close, OPTU's RSI(14) was 70.7, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
OPTU carries $26.78B in total debt against $1.30B in cash reserves — debt is roughly 20.7x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$168.7M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROA of 2.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $9.65B (2022) to $8.59B (2025), a 11% decline worth watching.
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing OPTU.