WEBTOON Entertainment (WBTN) Stock Overview
Operates a storytelling platform in the United States, Korea, Japan, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$11.37 |
| 52 Week High | US$22.47 |
| 52 Week Low | US$8.17 |
| Beta | 0 |
| 1 Month Change | -13.40% |
| 3 Month Change | 9.54% |
| 1 Year Change | 27.75% |
| 3 Year Change | n/a |
| 5 Year Change | n/a |
| Change since IPO | -50.57% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 02
WBTN: Weaker Guidance And Short Form Video Pressure Will Drive Bearish Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on WEBTOON Entertainment, with recent cuts to a range of about $10 to $15 and updated assumptions of slower revenue growth and profit margins. They are looking for clearer guidance on sales trends, monetization, and competition from short-form video and advertising headwinds.Analysis Article • May 14
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:WBTN) First-Quarter Results Just Came Out: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
Investors in WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. ( NASDAQ:WBTN ) had a good week, as its shares rose 6.0% to close at US$13.83...Seeking Alpha • May 13
Webtoon Entertainment Has Cash, But It Needs Growth
Summary Webtoon Entertainment remains a 'hold' after Q1 2026 results, with revenue missing expectations and ongoing monthly active user declines. WBTN's profitability improved, with a narrower net loss and higher EBITDA, but adjusted operating cash flow deteriorated and volatility remains high. Monthly paying users grew 2.2% year over year, aided by content launches and higher ARPPU, yet total MAUs declined across all regions. Strong cash position ($594.9M, no debt) and Disney collaboration offer potential, but stabilization in user metrics is needed before considering an upgrade. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 02
WBTN: Weaker Guidance And Short Form Video Pressure Will Drive Bearish Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on WEBTOON Entertainment, with recent cuts to a range of about $10 to $15 and updated assumptions of slower revenue growth and profit margins. They are looking for clearer guidance on sales trends, monetization, and competition from short-form video and advertising headwinds.Analysis Article • May 14
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:WBTN) First-Quarter Results Just Came Out: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
Investors in WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. ( NASDAQ:WBTN ) had a good week, as its shares rose 6.0% to close at US$13.83...Seeking Alpha • May 13
Webtoon Entertainment Has Cash, But It Needs Growth
Summary Webtoon Entertainment remains a 'hold' after Q1 2026 results, with revenue missing expectations and ongoing monthly active user declines. WBTN's profitability improved, with a narrower net loss and higher EBITDA, but adjusted operating cash flow deteriorated and volatility remains high. Monthly paying users grew 2.2% year over year, aided by content launches and higher ARPPU, yet total MAUs declined across all regions. Strong cash position ($594.9M, no debt) and Disney collaboration offer potential, but stabilization in user metrics is needed before considering an upgrade. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 01
WBTN: Future Returns Will Depend On Monetization Visibility And New AI Initiatives
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on WEBTOON Entertainment to $12.21 per share, with cuts from around $19 to $10 to $15 reflecting softer Q4 results, reduced revenue guidance, and calls for clearer visibility on sales trends and monetization. Analyst Commentary Street research on WEBTOON Entertainment centers on how quickly the business can improve visibility on growth, monetization, and the impact of competitive formats, with price targets now clustered in the US$10 to US$15 range and ratings leaning toward Neutral or Hold.Narrative Update • Apr 17
WBTN: Future Returns Will Depend On Guidance Clarity And Monetization Progress
The analyst price target for WEBTOON Entertainment has moved lower to $12.21 from $12.21 as analysts factor in softer Q4 results, reduced revenue visibility, and concerns around guidance, monetization, and competition from alternative content formats. Analyst Commentary Analysts are reassessing WEBTOON Entertainment after the recent Q4 report, with several moving to more cautious stances and reducing price targets as they weigh softer results, guidance uncertainty, and competitive pressures against longer term growth drivers.Narrative Update • Apr 02
WBTN: Softer Revenue Trends And Guidance Will Shape Monetization And Competition Risks
The analyst fair value estimate for WEBTOON Entertainment has changed from $11.00 to $10.00 as analysts factor in softer revenue trends, lower expected growth and margins, higher required returns, and a higher future P/E multiple following recent earnings and guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on WEBTOON Entertainment has turned more cautious following the Q4 report and updated guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 19
WBTN: Future Upside Will Hinge On Clarifying The Disney Partnership Timeline
The analyst price target for WEBTOON Entertainment has moved lower from $16.29 to $12.21 as analysts factor in softer revenue guidance, questions around returning to double-digit growth, pressure from short-form video and advertising, and limited visibility following mixed Q4 results. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on WEBTOON Entertainment reflects a mixed view, with several firms cutting price targets and some shifting to more neutral stances after the Q4 report and updated guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 04
WBTN: Future Returns Will Depend On Clarifying The Disney Partnership Timeline
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on WEBTOON Entertainment to $16.29 from $23, reflecting weaker Q4 trends, softer guidance, and increased uncertainty around advertising, competition from short form video, and the timing of key partnerships. Analyst Commentary Street research on WEBTOON Entertainment has turned more cautious after the latest earnings update, with several firms cutting price targets and reassessing the balance between near term execution risks and longer term growth potential.Narrative Update • Feb 17
WBTN: Future Returns Will Hinge On Disney Private Placement Partnership
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for WEBTOON Entertainment steady at about $16.29, with only minor model tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth outlook, profit margin assumptions, and future P/E, supporting an unchanged price target. What's in the News WEBTOON Entertainment entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement with The Walt Disney Company for a private placement of 2,666,757 shares at an issue price of $12.29 per share, for total proceeds of $32,774,443.53, on January 8, 2026 (company event filing).Narrative Update • Feb 03
WBTN: Future Returns Will Hinge On Warner And Disney Media Partnerships
Analysts have trimmed their price target for WEBTOON Entertainment to about US$16.29 from US$15.81, reflecting updated assumptions on growth and margins, as well as a much higher implied future P/E. Recent research also highlights reduced near term visibility around key media partnerships and a view that the shares could trade in a range until clearer catalysts emerge.Narrative Update • Jan 20
WBTN: Future Returns Will Rely On Warner And Disney Content Deals
Narrative Update The analyst price target for WEBTOON Entertainment has moved from US$16 to US$13 as analysts factor in limited near term visibility around major content partnership monetization. This keeps expectations more muted until clearer milestones emerge.Narrative Update • Jan 06
WBTN: Future Returns Will Rely On Warner And Disney Content Monetization
Analysts have lowered their price expectations for WEBTOON Entertainment, with a key target reduced from $16 to $13 as they reassess the timing and monetization of major content partnerships, which remain difficult to factor into current models. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts still see long term potential in WEBTOON Entertainment's partnerships with large media groups like Warner Bros.Narrative Update • Dec 18
WBTN: Future Returns Will Depend On Disney And Warner Bros Partnership Monetization
Analysts have trimmed their price target on WEBTOON Entertainment by $3 to $13 from $16, citing limited near term visibility on the timing and monetization of major studio partnership opportunities, which tempers the otherwise constructive long term outlook. Analyst Commentary Analysts describe the revised target as a reset of expectations rather than a change in the structural thesis, with long term growth still hinging on execution around major media partnerships and broader content monetization.Narrative Update • Dec 04
WBTN: Future Returns Will Reflect Disney And Warner Bros Partnership Execution
The analyst price target for WEBTOON Entertainment has been reduced by about $2.50 per share, as analysts temper long term enthusiasm around major media partnerships with Disney and Warner Bros. in light of limited near term visibility on deal timing, terms, and monetization.Analysis Article • Nov 23
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc.'s (NASDAQ:WBTN) Popularity With Investors Under Threat As Stock Sinks 25%
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. ( NASDAQ:WBTN ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 25% after a relatively good period...Narrative Update • Nov 14
WBTN: Future Results Will Reflect Disney And Warner Bros. Partnership Momentum
The fair value estimate for WEBTOON Entertainment has been lowered from $19.38 to $18.31. Analysts cite limited near-term visibility and cautious optimism regarding major partnerships as key factors behind the adjustment.Narrative Update • Oct 31
WBTN: Recent Disney Partnership Will Shape Digital Media Platform Expansion
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for WEBTOON Entertainment from $19.00 to $19.38. This change reflects optimism driven by strengthened partnerships and ongoing positive sentiment in recent research coverage.Narrative Update • Oct 17
Disney Partnership Will Expand Global Digital Media Engagement
Analysts have increased their price targets for WEBTOON Entertainment, raising projections by as much as $18 per share because of enhanced partnerships and a more optimistic outlook on the company's growth prospects. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from Street research have highlighted changes in analyst sentiment regarding WEBTOON Entertainment, reflecting both heightened optimism and areas of continued caution.Narrative Update • Oct 03
Disney Partnership Will Expand Global Digital Media Engagement
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for WEBTOON Entertainment from $17.00 to $19.00 per share. They cite enhanced partnerships and ongoing positive momentum as key drivers behind the upward revision.Narrative Update • Sep 17
Disney Partnership Will Expand Global Digital Media Engagement
Analysts have raised WEBTOON Entertainment’s price target from $15.33 to $17.00, citing the enhanced Disney partnership as a key growth driver that is expected to increase user engagement, monetization, and confidence in future revenue. Analyst Commentary Enhanced partnership with Disney viewed as a significant growth catalyst.Narrative Update • Aug 15
Disney Partnership Will Expand Global Digital Media Engagement
With both Webtoon Entertainment's net profit margin and discount rate remaining stable, the consensus analyst price target was likewise unchanged at $15.33. What's in the News WEBTOON Entertainment projects Q3 2025 revenue growth of 9.4% to 12.2%, or $380 million to $390 million.Analysis Article • Aug 05
We're Interested To See How WEBTOON Entertainment (NASDAQ:WBTN) Uses Its Cash Hoard To Grow
Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. For example, biotech and...New Narrative • Jun 29
Mobile And Digital Content Trends Will Expand International Markets
Expanding global reach and localized content monetization are strengthening high-margin revenue streams and enhancing brand value through successful international IP adaptations and cross-border launAnalysis Article • May 15
A Look At The Fair Value Of WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:WBTN)
Key Insights WEBTOON Entertainment's estimated fair value is US$8.15 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Seeking Alpha • Mar 01
Webtoon: Bridging The Gap Between Paperbacks And Digital Storytelling
Summary Webtoon Entertainment, despite a dismal stock performance post-IPO, offers a compelling investment opportunity due to its strong market position and growth potential in the digital comics industry. The company boasts a diverse revenue model from paid content, advertising, and IP adaptations, with impressive engagement and ARPU growth in key regions. Financially, Webtoon is well-capitalized with minimal debt and strong liquidity, positioning it favorably despite recent operational challenges and currency headwinds. Trading at a significant discount to its IPO price and sector peers, Webtoon stock presents substantial upside potential, making it worth considering for risk-tolerant investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 18
Webtoon: The Most Undiscovered User Attention Opportunity On The Market
Summary WBTN is a recent IPO with a massive, highly engaged user base, and a considerable white space growth opportunity. The company has recently improved profitability and has substantial growth capital from its IPO, positioning it for significant top and bottom-line growth through 2026. If management can execute, the current valuation at sub-1x revenue and sub-1x book appears highly attractive. We rate WBTN a 'Strong Buy'. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 20
WEBTOON: The Story You Don't Want To Miss
Summary WEBTOON is the TikTok of digital storytelling, allowing anyone to share their web-comics and web-novels on one platform. The company has a MOAT in storytelling with its predictable revenue streams, leading position in the industry, highly sticky user base, and significant pricing power in a $1+ trillion TAM. I believe WBTN will exceed expectations through outperformance in Japan and Korea, upside potential in advertising revenue, success in the US market, and strong demand for IP adaptations. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 28
Webtoon Entertainment: Storytelling Platform Goes Public
Summary Webtoon Entertainment Inc. aims to empower creators with a global community of 170 million members, generating $2.8 billion in payments to creators since inception. Webtoon Entertainment shares see modest returns post IPO, trading at a modest sales multiple held back by low gross margins. Despite risks of competition and concentration in Korea and Japan, Webtoon's loyal following and positive margins make it an interesting platform to watch. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| WBTN | US Interactive Media and Services | US Market | |
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| 7D | -4.8% | -5.6% | 1.2% |
| 1Y | 27.8% | 58.2% | 27.0% |
Return vs Industry: WBTN underperformed the US Interactive Media and Services industry which returned 58.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WBTN matched the US Market which returned 27% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WBTN volatility | |
|---|---|
| WBTN Average Weekly Movement | 9.0% |
| Interactive Media and Services Industry Average Movement | 8.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.9% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: WBTN has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: WBTN's weekly volatility has decreased from 15% to 9% over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1,800 | Junkoo Kim | www.about.webtoon.com |
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. operates a storytelling platform in the United States, Korea, Japan, and internationally. Its platform allows a community of creators and users to discover, create, and share new content. The company’s platform offers stories primarily in two ways, including web-comics, a graphical comic-like medium; and web-novel platforms, optimized for reading serialized text-based content.
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| WBTN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.62b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$333.22m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.38b |
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P/S Ratio-4.6x
P/E RatioIs WBTN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WBTN income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.38b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.04b |
| Gross Profit | US$333.62m |
| Other Expenses | US$666.84m |
| Earnings | -US$333.22m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -2.46 |
| Gross Margin | 24.21% |
| Net Profit Margin | -24.18% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did WBTN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/03 21:21 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/03 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. is covered by 13 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Citi Research | Citigroup Inc |
| Incheol Yu | Citigroup Inc |
| Benjamin Black | Deutsche Bank |