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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. USA Today Co's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $-1,032 Mil.
USA Today Co's quarterly retained earnings
declined
from Sep. 2025 ($-1,022 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-1,052 Mil) but then
increased
from Dec. 2025 ($-1,052 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($-1,032 Mil).
USA Today Co's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 ($-1,027 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($-1,054 Mil) but then
increased
from Dec. 2024 ($-1,054 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-1,052 Mil).
USA Today Co (NYSE:TDAY) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
USA Today Co Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for USA Today Co's Retained Earnings can be seen below:
* 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.
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of $-1,032 Mil mean?
USA Today Co (TDAY) has a Retained Earnings of $-1,032 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on USA Today Co and its competitors.
Is USA Today Co's Retained Earnings too high?
USA Today Co's current Retained Earnings is $-1,032 Mil. Overall, USA Today Co has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does USA Today Co's Retained Earnings compare to SCHL and LEE?
USA Today Co's Retained Earnings of $-1,032 Mil can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Media - Diversified company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on USA Today Co and its competitors. USA Today Co's current Retained Earnings is $-1,032 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is USA Today Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, USA Today Co (TDAY) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.97, compared to a current price of $8.99 — trading 202.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $-1,032 Mil. USA Today Co's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For USA Today Co (TDAY), the current Retained Earnings is $-1,032 Mil 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 USA Today Co (TDAY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, USA Today Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $8.99 is trading 202.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.97.
GuruFocus considers USA Today Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TDAY:
Retained Earnings: $-1,032 Mil
GF Value™: $2.97 vs. price of $8.99 (202.7% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TDAY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
USA Today Co Inc is a diversified media company with national and local reach, dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. It prioritizes a digital-first approach, focusing on audience growth and engagement while diversifying revenue streams. Through its trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including a network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. Its digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with digital marketing products and solutions.
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