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Lamar Advertising

LAMRNASDAQStock Fundamentals

Lamar Advertising is a leading outdoor advertising company that operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT). The company specializes in the rental of advertising space on a vast network of outdoor displays, including billboards, logo signs, and transit platforms across North America. Its core value proposition centers on providing high-visibility physical and digital advertising solutions to local and national brands.

Market Cap$15.4B
Revenue TTM$2.3B
Net Income TTM$549.7M
P/E Ratio28.08
Net Margin24.02%
EPS TTM$5.42
Free Cash Flow TTM$699.6M
Employees3.6K
CEOSean E. Reilly
CountryUnited States of America
Real Estate
REIT - Specialty
SegmentsSpecialty REIT, Advertising, Out-of-Home Media
Business ModelsLeasing and Rental, REIT
Most Recent EarningsMay 7, 2026 · 25 days agoQ1 2026
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Next EarningsAug 14, 2026 · in 2 monthsBefore Market Open · Q2 2026

Financials

Based on Q1 2026 filing

Gross Margin67.22%
Op. Margin31.85%
ROE54.61%
D/E504.8%
Current Ratio0.580
Total Debt$5.0B
Cash$39.3M
CapEx TTM$184.1M

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Business Segments

Billboard Advertising

primary

The company's largest business line, involving the rental of advertising space on traditional and digital billboard faces. Revenue is driven by occupancy rates and the ability to command premium pricing for high-traffic locations.

Products

Traditional Billboards, Digital Billboards, Verde Outdoor

Customers

Local businesses, National brands, Advertising agencies

Logo Advertising

moderate

This segment focuses on the design, installation, and maintenance of logo signs typically found near highway exits to direct motorists to services.

Products

Highway Logo Signs, Directional Signage

Customers

Gas stations, Restaurants, Hotels, Tourist attractions

Transit Advertising

minor

Advertising displays placed on public transportation vehicles and within transit hubs, such as bus shelters and benches.

Products

Bus Displays, Transit Shelter Advertising, Bench Advertising

Customers

Municipalities, Local service providers, Consumer goods companies

Segment Financials

Billboard advertising — Net revenues

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Logo advertising — Net revenues

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Business Overview

Competitive Position

Lamar is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in North America with a significant footprint of both digital and traditional displays.

Geographies

United States, Canada

Customer Segments

SMB, Enterprise, Government

Upstream Dependencies

Real estate owners, Digital display manufacturers, Construction materials, Municipal permitting authorities

Downstream Customers

Retailers, Automotive dealers, Healthcare providers, Entertainment venues, Political campaigns

Competitors & Partners

Subsidiaries

L

Lamar Advertising Limited Partnership

The subsidiary operating partnership of the Company

L

Lamar Media Corp.

Wholly owned operating subsidiary

V

Verde Outdoor

Acquired outdoor advertising asset portfolio with over 1,500 billboard faces

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Lamar Advertising FAQ

Common questions about Lamar Advertising

Lamar Advertising is a leading outdoor advertising company that operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT). The company specializes in the rental of advertising space on a vast network of outdoor displays, including billboards, logo signs, and transit platforms across North America. Its core value proposition centers on providing high-visibility physical and digital advertising solutions to local and national brands.

Lamar Advertising (LAMR) has a market capitalization of $15.4B and trades on NASDAQ.

Lamar Advertising generated $2.3B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $549.7M, representing a net margin of 24.0%. Gross margin stands at 67.2%, with free cash flow of $699.6M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.

Lamar Advertising's key competitors include Outfront Media, Clear Channel Outdoor, Live Nation Entertainment Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.

Lamar Advertising has approximately 3,550 employees.