(IPG) Interpublic of Companies - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US4606901001

IPG: Advertising, Marketing, Media, Data, Public Relations, Events

The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (NYSE: IPG) is a global leader in advertising and marketing services, operating across three distinct business segments. The company, founded in 1902 and headquartered in New York, has a market capitalization of $10.046 billion as of recent data. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.73 and a forward P/E of 9.97, IPG offers a blend of growth and stability, making it a noteworthy consideration for investors and fund managers.

In the Media, Data & Engagement Solutions segment, IPG leverages brands like IPG Mediabrands, UM, and Initiative to deliver media buying, digital services, and advertising technology. This segment also includes Acxiom, a data management and analytics powerhouse, and R/GA, a leader in digital transformation. The integration of these capabilities allows IPG to provide end-to-end solutions, from data-driven insights to e-commerce optimization, positioning it as a key player in the evolving digital marketing landscape.

The Integrated Advertising & Creativity Led Solutions segment is driven by iconic agencies such as FCB, McCann Worldgroup, and MullenLowe Group. This division focuses on traditional advertising, brand identity, and strategic consulting, with a strong emphasis on creativity and innovation. The inclusion of IPG Health underscores the companys expertise in healthcare marketing, a sector with significant growth potential due to aging populations and increased healthcare spending.

The Specialized Communications & Experiential Solutions segment encompasses public relations, live events, and sports marketing through brands like Weber Shandwick, Jack Morton, and Octagon. This segment highlights IPGs ability to create immersive brand experiences, a critical factor in todays experiential economy. The integration of these specialized services allows IPG to offer a holistic approach to brand engagement, combining traditional PR with cutting-edge event marketing and sports partnerships.

From a financial standpoint, IPGs price-to-book ratio of 2.68 and price-to-sales ratio of 1.08 suggest a company that is well-valued relative to its assets and revenue. The forward P/E of 9.97 indicates expectations of future earnings growth, supported by the companys diversified service offerings and strong agency network. For investors seeking exposure to the advertising and marketing sector, IPGs balanced mix of traditional and digital capabilities, along with its global reach, makes it a compelling investment opportunity.

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IPG Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 9,722m
Sector Communication Services
Industry Advertising Agencies
GiC Sub-Industry Advertising
IPO / Inception 1987-11-05

IPG Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 35.0%
Fundamental 48.8%
Dividend 68.9%
Rel. Strength Industry -30.6
Analysts 3.55/5
Fair Price Momentum 24.65 USD
Fair Price DCF 56.64 USD

IPG Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 4.73%
Yield on Cost 5y 10.63%
Annual Growth 5y 5.29%
Payout Consistency 74.3%

IPG Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -62.1%
Growth Correlation 12m -56.5%
Growth Correlation 5y 45.3%
CAGR 5y 16.29%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.48
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.19
Alpha -24.08
Beta 0.68
Volatility 33.73%
Current Volume 10903.8k
Average Volume 20d 6682.2k
What is the price of IPG stocks?
As of March 16, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 26.43 with a total of 10,903,843 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -6.21%, over one month by -1.10%, over three months by -10.59% and over the past year by -15.44%.
Is Interpublic of Companies a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Interpublic of Companies (NYSE:IPG) is currently (March 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 48.81 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of IPG as of March 2025 is 24.65. This means that IPG is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -6.73%.
Is IPG a buy, sell or hold?
Interpublic of Companies has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.55. Therefor, it is recommend to hold IPG.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 2
  • Hold: 5
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for IPG stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, IPG Interpublic of Companies will be worth about 26.8 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 26.43. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +1.29%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 35.3 33.4%
Analysts Target Price 34.3 29.9%
ValueRay Target Price 26.8 1.3%