Cumulus Media Overview
- Year Founded
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1997
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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3,106
- Stock Symbol
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CMLS
- Investments
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28
- Share Price
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$0.12
- (As of Wednesday Closing)
Cumulus Media General Information
Description
Cumulus Media Inc is an audio-first media company delivering content to over a quarter billion people monthly whenever required. It is a radio broadcasting company combining high-quality local programming with iconic, nationally syndicated media, sports, and entertainment brands to deliver premium content choices to its customers and radio stations affiliated with the Westwood One network and numerous digital channels. The company's revenue is derived from Broadcast radio revenue, Digital revenue, and Other revenue.
Contact Information
Website
www.cumulusmedia.comCorporate Office
- 780 Johnson Ferry Road NorthEast
- Suite 500
- Atlanta, GA 30342
- United States
Corporate Office
- 780 Johnson Ferry Road NorthEast
- Suite 500
- Atlanta, GA 30342
- United States
Cumulus Media Stock Performance
As of 18-Jun-2025, Cumulus Media’s stock price is $0.12. Its current market cap is $2.02M with 17.4M shares.
(As of Wednesday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.12 | $0.13 | $0.10 - $2.24 | $2.02M | 17.4M | 492K | -$17.73 |
Cumulus Media Financials Summary
As of 31-Mar-2025, Cumulus Media has a trailing 12-month revenue of $814M.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 31-Mar-2025 | FY 2024 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2023 31-Dec-2023 | FY 2022 31-Dec-2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 738,487 | 757,177 | 821,349 | 883,308 |
| Revenue | 814,372 | 827,076 | 844,548 | 953,506 |
| EBITDA | (186,081) | (167,046) | 24,150 | 138,186 |
| Net Income | (301,467) | (283,254) | (117,879) | 16,235 |
| Total Assets | 1,071,851 | 1,118,649 | 1,440,301 | 1,609,031 |
| Total Debt | 790,403 | 794,707 | 813,080 | 862,351 |
Cumulus Media Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
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Cumulus Media Competitors (14)
One of Cumulus Media’s 14 competitors is iHeartMedia, a Formerly PE-Backed company based in San Antonio, TX.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iHeartMedia | Formerly PE-Backed | San Antonio, TX | ||||
| Nexstar Media Group | Formerly PE-Backed | Irving, TX | ||||
| Sirius XM Holdings | Corporate Backed or Acquired | New York, NY | ||||
| Tegna | Corporation | Tysons, VA | ||||
| Southern Cross Media Group | Corporation | South Melbourne, Australia |
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Cumulus Media Patents
Cumulus Media Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US-6315072-B1 | Motorcycle engine mounting assembly | Inactive | 29-Jul-1999 |
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Cumulus Media Investments & Acquisitions (28)
Cumulus Media’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with 99.9 The Hawk. The deal was made on 16-Apr-2019.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99.9 The Hawk | 16-Apr-2019 | Merger/Acquisition | Broadcasting, Radio and Television | ||
| Merlin Media | 15-Jun-2018 | Merger/Acquisition | Broadcasting, Radio and Television | ||
| NASH FM 92.3 | 26-May-2014 | Merger/Acquisition | Broadcasting, Radio and Television | ||
| Merlin Media (Chicago Stations) | 03-Jan-2014 | Merger/Acquisition | Broadcasting, Radio and Television | ||
| Westwood One | 12-Dec-2013 | Merger/Acquisition | Media and Information Services (B2B) |
Cumulus Media ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated March, 08, 2025
12.31 | Low Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
Low
10-20
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20-30
High
30-40
Severe
40+
Exposure
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Peers Analysis
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Cumulus Media Exits (3)
Cumulus Media’s most recent exit was on 15-Sep-2013 from Rdio. The exit was categorized as .
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rdio | 15-Sep-2013 | Completed |
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| Cumulus Media (15 Radio Stations) | 02-Dec-2003 | Completed |
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| iBiquity Digital | 23-Aug-2000 | Merger of Equals | Completed |
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Cumulus Media Affiliates
Subsidiaries (4)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood One | New York, NY | 1974 | |
| WQHZ | Erie, PA | 1971 | |
| Cumulus Broadcasting | Atlanta, GA | ||
| Cumulus Media (Talk 1270 Radio Station in Atlanta, Georgia) | Buffalo, NY |
Cumulus Media FAQs
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When was Cumulus Media founded?
Cumulus Media was founded in 1997.
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Where is Cumulus Media headquartered?
Cumulus Media is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.
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What is the size of Cumulus Media?
Cumulus Media has 3,106 total employees.
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What industry is Cumulus Media in?
Cumulus Media’s primary industry is Broadcasting, Radio and Television.
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Is Cumulus Media a private or public company?
Cumulus Media is a Public company.
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What is Cumulus Media’s stock symbol?
The ticker symbol for Cumulus Media is CMLS.
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What is the current stock price of Cumulus Media?
As of 18-Jun-2025 the stock price of Cumulus Media is $0.12.
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What is the current market cap of Cumulus Media?
The current market capitalization of Cumulus Media is $2.02M.
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What is Cumulus Media’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for Cumulus Media is $814M.
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Who are Cumulus Media’s competitors?
iHeartMedia, Nexstar Media Group, Sirius XM Holdings, Tegna, and Southern Cross Media Group are some of the 14 competitors of Cumulus Media.
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What is Cumulus Media’s annual earnings per share (EPS)?
Cumulus Media’s EPS for 12 months was -$17.73.
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