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TRAVELZOO (TZOO) Stock Fundamental Analysis

NASDAQ:TZOO - Nasdaq - US89421Q2057 - Common Stock - Currency: USD

12.87  -0.37 (-2.79%)

Fundamental Rating

7

Overall TZOO gets a fundamental rating of 7 out of 10. We evaluated TZOO against 71 industry peers in the Interactive Media & Services industry. TZOO has outstanding health and profitabily ratings, belonging to the best of the industry. This is a solid base for any company. TZOO is valued quite cheap, while showing a decent growth score. This is a good combination! With these ratings, TZOO could be worth investigating further for value and quality investing!.


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

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1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

In the past year TZOO was profitable.
In the past year TZOO had a positive cash flow from operations.
TZOO had positive earnings in 4 of the past 5 years.
The reported operating cash flow has been mixed in the past 5 years: TZOO reported negative operating cash flow in multiple years.
TZOO Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFTZOO Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20M -20M 40M

1.2 Ratios

With an excellent Return On Assets value of 24.79%, TZOO belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 98.59% of the companies in the same industry.
TZOO has a Return On Invested Capital of 71.99%. This is amongst the best in the industry. TZOO outperforms 100.00% of its industry peers.
TZOO had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 50.44%. This is significantly above the industry average of 11.33%.
The 3 year average ROIC (50.44%) for TZOO is below the current ROIC(71.99%), indicating increased profibility in the last year.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 24.79%
ROE N/A
ROIC 71.99%
ROA(3y)18.97%
ROA(5y)8.95%
ROE(3y)N/A
ROE(5y)N/A
ROIC(3y)50.44%
ROIC(5y)N/A
TZOO Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICTZOO Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 -1K -2K

1.3 Margins

Looking at the Profit Margin, with a value of 16.17%, TZOO belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 84.51% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of TZOO has grown nicely.
TZOO's Operating Margin of 22.05% is amongst the best of the industry. TZOO outperforms 90.14% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of TZOO has grown nicely.
Looking at the Gross Margin, with a value of 87.52%, TZOO belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 87.32% of the companies in the same industry.
TZOO's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 22.05%
PM (TTM) 16.17%
GM 87.52%
OM growth 3YN/A
OM growth 5Y6.35%
PM growth 3Y124.15%
PM growth 5Y32.2%
GM growth 3Y2.27%
GM growth 5Y-0.36%
TZOO Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsTZOO Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20 -20 40 60 80

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

TZOO has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is well above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating value.
Compared to 1 year ago, TZOO has less shares outstanding
The number of shares outstanding for TZOO has been increased compared to 5 years ago.
TZOO has no outstanding debt. Therefor its Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratios are 0 and belong to the best of the industry.
TZOO Yearly Shares OutstandingTZOO Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 5M 10M 15M
TZOO Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsTZOO Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 20M 40M 60M 80M 100M

2.2 Solvency

TZOO has an Altman-Z score of 4.46. This indicates that TZOO is financially healthy and has little risk of bankruptcy at the moment.
The Altman-Z score of TZOO (4.46) is better than 78.87% of its industry peers.
TZOO has no outstanding debt. Therefor its Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratios are 0 and belong to the best of the industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity N/A
Debt/FCF 0
Altman-Z 4.46
ROIC/WACC7.86
WACC9.16%
TZOO Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFTZOO Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20M -20M 40M

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 0.87 indicates that TZOO may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
TZOO has a Current ratio of 0.87. This is in the lower half of the industry: TZOO underperforms 78.87% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 0.87 indicates that TZOO may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
TZOO has a Quick ratio of 0.87. This is in the lower half of the industry: TZOO underperforms 78.87% of its industry peers.
The current and quick ratio evaluation for TZOO is rather negative, while it does have excellent solvency and profitability. These ratios do not necessarly indicate liquidity issues and need to be evaluated against the specifics of the business.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 0.87
Quick Ratio 0.87
TZOO Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesTZOO Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 20M 40M 60M 80M

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

The Earnings Per Share has grown by an nice 9.89% over the past year.
Measured over the past years, TZOO shows a very strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 24.81% on average per year.
TZOO shows a decrease in Revenue. In the last year, the revenue decreased by -0.68%.
Measured over the past years, TZOO shows a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue has been decreasing by -4.37% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)9.89%
EPS 3Y84.06%
EPS 5Y24.81%
EPS Q2Q%-19.35%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.68%
Revenue growth 3Y10.2%
Revenue growth 5Y-4.37%
Sales Q2Q%5.25%

3.2 Future

TZOO is expected to show a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 28.91% yearly.
TZOO is expected to show a small growth in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will grow by 7.18% yearly.
EPS Next Y12.2%
EPS Next 2Y32.97%
EPS Next 3Y31.07%
EPS Next 5Y28.91%
Revenue Next Year12.65%
Revenue Next 2Y19.09%
Revenue Next 3Y7.18%
Revenue Next 5YN/A

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is stable.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
TZOO Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesTZOO Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 50M 100M 150M
TZOO Yearly EPS VS EstimatesTZOO Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 0 1 2 3

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

Based on the Price/Earnings ratio of 12.87, the valuation of TZOO can be described as correct.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, TZOO is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 77.46% of the companies are valued more expensively.
TZOO is valuated cheaply when we compare the Price/Earnings ratio to 25.82, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
With a Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 6.87, the valuation of TZOO can be described as very cheap.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, TZOO is valued cheaply inside the industry as 91.55% of the companies are valued more expensively.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 21.76, TZOO is valued rather cheaply.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 12.87
Fwd PE 6.87
TZOO Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsTZOO Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 5 10 15 20 25

4.2 Price Multiples

Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, TZOO is valued cheaper than 85.92% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio of TZOO indicates a rather cheap valuation: TZOO is cheaper than 88.73% of the companies listed in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF 6.83
EV/EBITDA 6.48
TZOO Per share dataTZOO EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 0 2 4 6

4.3 Compensation for Growth

TZOO's PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a correct valuation of the company.
TZOO has an outstanding profitability rating, which may justify a higher PE ratio.
TZOO's earnings are expected to grow with 31.07% in the coming years. This may justify a more expensive valuation.
PEG (NY)1.05
PEG (5Y)0.52
EPS Next 2Y32.97%
EPS Next 3Y31.07%

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

No dividends for TZOO!.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield N/A

TRAVELZOO

NASDAQ:TZOO (5/23/2025, 9:00:46 PM)

12.87

-0.37 (-2.79%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorCommunication Services
GICS IndustryGroupMedia & Entertainment
GICS IndustryInteractive Media & Services
Earnings (Last)04-29 2025-04-29/bmo
Earnings (Next)07-23 2025-07-23/bmo
Inst Owners36.22%
Inst Owner Change3.42%
Ins Owners0.32%
Ins Owner Change0.03%
Market Cap142.86M
Analysts84
Price Target26.52 (106.06%)
Short Float %4.62%
Short Ratio2.05
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield N/A
Yearly DividendN/A
Dividend Growth(5Y)N/A
DPN/A
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)7.02%
Min EPS beat(2)-15.03%
Max EPS beat(2)29.06%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)4.36%
Min EPS beat(4)-15.03%
Max EPS beat(4)29.06%
EPS beat(8)6
Avg EPS beat(8)17.67%
EPS beat(12)8
Avg EPS beat(12)30.07%
EPS beat(16)10
Avg EPS beat(16)21.78%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-7.48%
Min Revenue beat(2)-8.1%
Max Revenue beat(2)-6.85%
Revenue beat(4)0
Avg Revenue beat(4)-7.14%
Min Revenue beat(4)-9.04%
Max Revenue beat(4)-4.58%
Revenue beat(8)2
Avg Revenue beat(8)-2.66%
Revenue beat(12)3
Avg Revenue beat(12)-3.5%
Revenue beat(16)4
Avg Revenue beat(16)-4.98%
PT rev (1m)2.97%
PT rev (3m)-3.7%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-6.6%
EPS NY rev (1m)-3.16%
EPS NY rev (3m)-6.72%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-3.11%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0.34%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-1.6%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 12.87
Fwd PE 6.87
P/S 1.7
P/FCF 6.83
P/OCF 6.77
P/B N/A
P/tB N/A
EV/EBITDA 6.48
EPS(TTM)1
EY7.77%
EPS(NY)1.87
Fwd EY14.56%
FCF(TTM)1.88
FCFY14.65%
OCF(TTM)1.9
OCFY14.77%
SpS7.56
BVpS-0.04
TBVpS-1.16
PEG (NY)1.05
PEG (5Y)0.52
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 24.79%
ROE N/A
ROCE 101.49%
ROIC 71.99%
ROICexc 1129.1%
ROICexgc N/A
OM 22.05%
PM (TTM) 16.17%
GM 87.52%
FCFM 24.94%
ROA(3y)18.97%
ROA(5y)8.95%
ROE(3y)N/A
ROE(5y)N/A
ROIC(3y)50.44%
ROIC(5y)N/A
ROICexc(3y)606.91%
ROICexc(5y)N/A
ROICexgc(3y)N/A
ROICexgc(5y)N/A
ROCE(3y)71.12%
ROCE(5y)N/A
ROICexcg growth 3YN/A
ROICexcg growth 5YN/A
ROICexc growth 3YN/A
ROICexc growth 5Y-5.61%
OM growth 3YN/A
OM growth 5Y6.35%
PM growth 3Y124.15%
PM growth 5Y32.2%
GM growth 3Y2.27%
GM growth 5Y-0.36%
F-Score8
Asset Turnover1.53
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity N/A
Debt/FCF 0
Debt/EBITDA 0
Cap/Depr 19.51%
Cap/Sales 0.21%
Interest Coverage 250
Cash Conversion 108.74%
Profit Quality 154.25%
Current Ratio 0.87
Quick Ratio 0.87
Altman-Z 4.46
F-Score8
WACC9.16%
ROIC/WACC7.86
Cap/Depr(3y)33.98%
Cap/Depr(5y)22.88%
Cap/Sales(3y)0.88%
Cap/Sales(5y)0.63%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)9.89%
EPS 3Y84.06%
EPS 5Y24.81%
EPS Q2Q%-19.35%
EPS Next Y12.2%
EPS Next 2Y32.97%
EPS Next 3Y31.07%
EPS Next 5Y28.91%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.68%
Revenue growth 3Y10.2%
Revenue growth 5Y-4.37%
Sales Q2Q%5.25%
Revenue Next Year12.65%
Revenue Next 2Y19.09%
Revenue Next 3Y7.18%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y18.81%
EBIT growth 3YN/A
EBIT growth 5Y1.7%
EBIT Next Year9.26%
EBIT Next 3Y7.22%
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y100.8%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5Y14.2%
OCF growth 1Y97.66%
OCF growth 3YN/A
OCF growth 5Y13.42%