Manila Bulletin PublishingPHS:MB -9.62%39 Net Margin % is 1.35% as of Mar. 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 2.18. GuruFocus rates PHS:MB with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,024 Media - Diversified companies, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks better than 89.55% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
PHS:MB'
s Net Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.82 Med: 2.18 Max: 15.48
Current: 15.47
PHS:MB's Net Margin % is ranked better than 89.55% of 1024
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 1.225
vs PHS:MB: 15.47
Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Net Margin % Explanation
Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.
But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
Manila Bulletin Publishing Net Margin % Related Terms
Manila Bulletin Publishing Net Margin % Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Publishing subindustry, Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Manila Bulletin Publishing Net Margin % vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) has a Net Margin % of 1.35% as of Mar. 2026. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 2.18. Over the past decade, Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % has ranged from 0.82 to 15.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #107 out of 1024 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 10.4%.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % too high?
Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Net Margin % of 1.35% is 38% below median its 10-year median of 2.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.82 to a high of 15.48. The Media - Diversified industry median Net Margin % is 1.23. Manila Bulletin Publishing's value of 1.35% is 10.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #107 out of 1024 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Manila Bulletin Publishing has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net Margin % compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #107 out of 1024 companies for Net Margin %. This places Manila Bulletin Publishing in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Margin % is 1.23. Manila Bulletin Publishing's value of 1.35% is 10.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Manila Bulletin Publishing's own Net Margin % has ranged from 0.82 to 15.48 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.18 vs. the industry median of 1.23, Manila Bulletin Publishing has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Margin % for a Media - Diversified company?
The median Net Margin % among Media - Diversified companies is 1.23, based on 1,024 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Net Margin % of 1.35% is 10.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median Net Margin % is 1.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Net Margin % is 1.35%, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 2.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.17, compared to a current price of ₱0.19 — trading 10.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is 1.35%, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 2.18 and 10.2% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 1.23. Manila Bulletin Publishing's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB), the current Net Margin % is 1.35% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₱0.19 is trading 10.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.17.
GuruFocus considers Manila Bulletin Publishing to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:MB:
Net Margin %: 1.35% (38% below median its 10-year median of 2.18)
GF Value™: ₱0.17 vs. price of ₱0.19 (10.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 10.2% above the Media - Diversified median (#107 of 1024)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:MB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp mainly engaged in the publication, distribution, and advertising of news, magazines, and digital content. The company operates in the fields of journalism, publishing, advertising, and digital media. Its activities are Publishing and Printing: Producing and distributing content and news through print media, including newspapers and magazines, and through online platforms, extending the reach of its publications., and Advertising Services: Offering advertising solutions across its print, digital, and other media platforms for businesses and brands. Its services are Advertising Services, Subscription Services, Digital Content and Platforms, Special Projects & Partnerships. Its brands are Manila Bulletin, Tempo, Balita, Liwayway, Bannawag, etc.
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