Liberty Global Future Growth
Future criteria checks 0/6
Liberty Global is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 20% and 1% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 32% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be -5.3% in 3 years.
Key information
20.0%
Earnings growth rate
31.97%
EPS growth rate
| Telecom earnings growth | 8.2% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.0% |
| Future return on equity | -5.30% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 30 Apr 2026 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
LBTY.A: Fiber And Sports Assets Expansion Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Liberty Global higher to $15.92 from $15.89, pointing to refreshed models that reflect updated discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions in line with recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent target moves around Liberty Global have been incremental, but they give a clearer view of how the Street is thinking about valuation, execution and growth after the latest company results.LBTY.A: Fiber Expansion Deals And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Liberty Global's updated analyst price target ticks higher to about $15.89, with analysts citing refreshed forecasts around revenue growth, profit margins, and expected future P/E levels following recent company results and revised research assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates frame Liberty Global as a name where analysts are fine tuning expectations rather than making wholesale changes, with modestly higher price targets tied to refreshed models after the latest results.LBTY.A: Fiber Deals And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts recently raised their price target on Liberty Global to $14 from $13, reflecting updated forecasts and valuation work following the latest company results, along with modest adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the move to a US$14 price target as aligned with updated valuation work that reflects the latest company results, suggesting that current pricing screens as broadly in line with their fair value range.LBTY.A: Future Fiber Deals And Cash Returns Will Support Upside
Narrative Update on Liberty Global Analysts have nudged their price target on Liberty Global higher to $14 from $13, reflecting updated forecasts and valuation work following the latest company results. Analyst Commentary Analyst research around the new US$14 price target centers on updated forecasts and valuation work after the latest company results, with views divided between potential upside and execution risk.LBTY.A: Future Infrastructure Deals And Cash Returns Will Support Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Liberty Global up by $1 to $14, citing refreshed forecasts and valuation work following the latest company results. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see the updated US$14 price target as a reflection of refreshed modeling work after the latest results, rather than a major shift in view.
LBTY.A: Irish Mobile Acquisition Will Strengthen Position And Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target for Liberty Global higher to about $28.41 from roughly $27.81, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Joint owners of Virgin Media O2, which includes Liberty Global, agreed to purchase UK fiber network operator Netomnia, according to the Financial Times (Periodical, FT).Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt
Jan 14
LBTY.A: Future Cash Returns And Buybacks Will Support Upside Post Leadership Shift
Analysts have raised their price target on Liberty Global by $2 to $13, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, and long term growth and profitability expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent target revisions suggest that bullish analysts see the updated $13 price target as better reflecting Liberty Global's underlying asset base and cash flow potential, particularly as assumptions around long term growth and discount rates are recalibrated.Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Liberty Global Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Shares
Dec 09LBTY.A: Future Cash Returns And Buybacks Will Drive Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Liberty Global to approximately $15.63 from about $15.57, citing slightly stronger long term revenue growth expectations and a higher anticipated future earnings multiple, despite a somewhat higher discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates highlight a cautiously constructive stance on Liberty Global, with price targets edging higher alongside expectations for improved long term fundamentals.LBTY.A: Leadership Transition Will Unlock Renewed Confidence For Shares
Narrative Update on Liberty Global Analysts have increased their price target for Liberty Global to $13 from $12.50, reflecting updated projections following the company’s latest quarterly results. Analyst Commentary Analysts have weighed in on Liberty Global's performance and outlook following the release of its second quarter report.These 4 Measures Indicate That Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Is Using Debt Extensively
Sep 15European Broadband Upgrades And Fiber Expansion Will Unlock Future Value
With both the discount rate and future P/E ratio remaining effectively unchanged, there is little fundamental shift in analyst outlook for Liberty Global, resulting in the consensus price target holding steady at $15.22. What's in the News Liberty Global is offering voluntary redundancy packages to over a third of its workforce, targeting approximately 800 of 1,900 direct staff across offices in London, Denver, and Amsterdam (Financial Times).Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Liberty Global Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Low P/S
Jun 11Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A)?
Apr 10
Spinning Off Sunrise And Leveraging AI Will Unlock Value, But Execution Risks Could Hinder Earnings
Strategic spin-off of Sunrise and UK fiber investments aim to enhance shareholder value through dividend potential, revenue growth, and improved competitive positioning.Health Check: How Prudently Does Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Use Debt?
Mar 15Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Analysts Are Reducing Their Forecasts For This Year
Feb 21Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Released Earnings Last Week And Analysts Lifted Their Price Target To US$26.49
Nov 01Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A)?
Oct 12Health Check: How Prudently Does Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Use Debt?
Sep 24There's Reason For Concern Over Liberty Global Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Price
Sep 06Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Shares Could Be 34% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Aug 19Liberty Global Ltd. Beat Analyst Profit Forecasts, And Analysts Have New Estimates
Jul 28What Liberty Global Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) P/S Is Not Telling You
May 25A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A)
May 05At US$16.33, Is It Time To Put Liberty Global Ltd. (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) On Your Watch List?
Apr 17Investors Interested In Liberty Global Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Revenues
Feb 14Is Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTY.A) Using Debt In A Risky Way?
Jan 18Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
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| 12/31/2025 | 4,879 | -7,138 | -132 | 1,211 | N/A |
| 9/30/2025 | 4,771 | -1,897 | 170 | 1,372 | N/A |
| 6/30/2025 | 4,633 | -3,253 | 440 | 1,520 | N/A |
| 3/31/2025 | 4,422 | -144 | 971 | 1,916 | N/A |
| 12/31/2024 | 4,342 | 1,811 | 1,124 | 2,033 | N/A |
| 9/30/2024 | 1,764 | -3,788 | 1,563 | 2,081 | N/A |
| 6/30/2024 | 2,549 | -1,681 | 1,334 | 1,958 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 3,339 | -2,498 | 1,353 | 2,104 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 4,116 | -3,837 | 1,244 | 2,166 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 7,413 | -5,259 | 820 | 2,210 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 7,305 | -3,570 | 1,066 | 2,423 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 7,211 | -1,133 | 1,181 | 2,489 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 4,018 | 259 | 1,947 | 2,838 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 7,275 | 5,887 | 1,723 | 2,946 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 7,430 | 3,813 | 1,818 | 3,018 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 8,665 | 12,980 | 2,066 | 3,385 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 10,311 | 13,344 | 2,141 | 3,549 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 11,702 | 11,700 | 2,564 | 4,051 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 12,646 | 10,391 | 3,053 | 4,539 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 12,170 | -1,268 | 3,150 | 4,557 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 11,545 | -1,686 | 2,893 | 4,186 | N/A |
| 9/30/2020 | 11,216 | -2,031 | 2,923 | 4,186 | N/A |
| 6/30/2020 | 11,211 | -446 | 2,460 | 3,720 | N/A |
| 3/31/2020 | 11,549 | -260 | 3,010 | 4,270 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 11,116 | -1,593 | N/A | 4,585 | N/A |
| 9/30/2019 | 11,508 | -476 | N/A | 4,854 | N/A |
| 6/30/2019 | 11,597 | -1,477 | N/A | 5,156 | N/A |
| 3/31/2019 | 11,762 | -477 | N/A | 5,449 | N/A |
| 12/31/2018 | 11,958 | -1,536 | N/A | 5,963 | N/A |
| 9/30/2018 | 11,912 | -1,826 | N/A | 5,875 | N/A |
| 6/30/2018 | 11,911 | -1,950 | N/A | 6,262 | N/A |
| 3/31/2018 | 11,670 | -3,364 | N/A | 6,008 | N/A |
| 12/31/2017 | 11,276 | -2,407 | N/A | 5,708 | N/A |
| 9/30/2017 | 10,789 | 674 | N/A | 5,928 | N/A |
| 6/30/2017 | 13,068 | 999 | N/A | 5,982 | N/A |
| 3/31/2017 | 15,367 | 1,883 | N/A | 5,829 | N/A |
| 12/31/2016 | 13,731 | 1,588 | N/A | 5,941 | N/A |
| 9/30/2016 | 19,469 | -801 | N/A | 5,592 | N/A |
| 6/30/2016 | 18,859 | -418 | N/A | 5,690 | N/A |
| 3/31/2016 | 18,351 | -984 | N/A | 5,423 | N/A |
| 12/31/2015 | 17,063 | -1,204 | N/A | 5,733 | N/A |
| 9/30/2015 | 18,296 | -1,392 | N/A | 5,702 | N/A |
| 6/30/2015 | 18,196 | -1,368 | N/A | 5,382 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: LBTY.A is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.
Earnings vs Market: LBTY.A is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.
High Growth Earnings: LBTY.A is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.
Revenue vs Market: LBTY.A's revenue (1% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (11.2% per year).
High Growth Revenue: LBTY.A's revenue (1% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: LBTY.A is forecast to be unprofitable in 3 years.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/04 11:48 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 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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Analyst Sources
Liberty Global Ltd. is covered by 28 analysts. 9 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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| Maurice Patrick | Barclays |
| Matthew Harrigan | Benchmark Company |
| Shekhan Ali | Berenberg |