Dolphin entertainment CEO William O’Dowd IV buys $5,003 in stock

Published 28/05/2025, 02:06
Dolphin entertainment CEO William O’Dowd IV buys $5,003 in stock

William O’Dowd IV, the Chief Executive Officer of Dolphin Entertainment , Inc. (NASDAQ:DLPN), recently acquired additional shares of the company. The purchase comes as InvestingPro data shows the stock trading near $1.08, down over 50% in the past year, though analysts maintain a $5.00 price target. According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, O’Dowd purchased 4,590 shares of Dolphin Entertainment common stock on May 27, 2025. The shares were bought at a weighted average price of $1.09, with transactions ranging from $1.07 to $1.10, totaling $5,003. While the company isn’t currently profitable, InvestingPro analysis indicates analysts expect profitability this year, suggesting potential upside from current levels.

Following this acquisition, O’Dowd’s direct ownership stands at 196,729 shares. Additionally, he holds indirect ownership of 54,535 shares through Dolphin Entertainment, LLC, and 62,106 shares through Dolphin Digital Media Holdings, LLC, both entities wholly owned by him. With a market capitalization of just $12 million, this micro-cap entertainment company shows significant insider confidence despite its volatile trading pattern. Get deeper insights into insider trading patterns and 8 additional key metrics with InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Dolphin Entertainment Inc. reported its first-quarter 2025 financial results, revealing a total revenue of $12.2 million, a decrease from $15.2 million in the same quarter last year. The company also experienced a net loss of $2.3 million, equivalent to a loss of $0.21 per share. Despite these financial challenges, Dolphin Entertainment emphasized its strategic investments, including the launch of Always Alpha, a women’s sports management firm, and plans to expand its influencer marketing efforts. The company is also looking forward to the release of its "Youngblood" film in February 2026, with expectations for its Always Alpha division to become profitable in 2026. CEO Bill O’Dowd highlighted the company’s growth potential, stating that the current valuation does not reflect its strengths. Dolphin’s future revenue forecasts include $52 million for fiscal year 2025 and $63.78 million for fiscal year 2026. Despite the revenue decline, Dolphin’s core entertainment revenue saw a slight year-over-year increase of 2%. The company continues to focus on expanding its presence in women’s sports management and influencer marketing.

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