Major Insider Quietly Boosts Stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc Class A
John C. Malone has increased his stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc Class A (BATRA) by purchasing shares worth over $1.7 million. While this signals insider confidence, TipRanks' AI Analyst, Spark, rates BATRA as Neutral due to strong revenue growth and positive sentiment being offset by profitability challenges, high leverage, bearish technical indicators, a negative P/E ratio, and no dividend yield.
Atlanta Braves (NASDAQ:BATRA) Stock Price Passes Below Fifty Day Moving Average - Here's Why
Atlanta Braves Holdings (NASDAQ:BATRA) stock has fallen below its 50-day moving average, trading as low as $42.84. Analysts hold a "Hold" consensus rating with an average target price of $52.50, despite recent downgrades. Major shareholder John C. Malone recently increased his stake in the company, purchasing 28,567 shares for over $1.19 million.
Lobbying Update: $80,000 of ATLANTA BRAVES HOLDINGS INC. lobbying was just disclosed
ATLANTA BRAVES HOLDINGS INC. (BATRA) recently disclosed $80,000 in lobbying expenditures for Q3 2025, primarily concerning the taxation of publicly traded professional sports teams. Insider trading activity for BATRA shows more purchases than sales in the last six months, with John C. Malone making significant buys. Institutional investors also show mixed activity, with some increasing and others decreasing their positions in BATRA stock.
50,000 Shares in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. $BATRK Bought by 1832 Asset Management L.P.
1832 Asset Management L.P. has acquired a new stake of 50,000 shares in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BATRK), valued at approximately $2.34 million. This purchase represents about 0.10% ownership of the company. Additionally, insiders have shown net acquisition of 67,236 shares over the past 90 days, and the company recently surpassed its quarterly earnings estimates.
Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. $BATRK Shares Acquired by River Road Asset Management LLC
River Road Asset Management LLC significantly increased its stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. by 86% in Q2, acquiring over 101,000 shares. This purchase brings their total holdings to 218,897 shares, representing about 0.43% of the company. Analyst opinions on BATRK are mixed, with a consensus of "Moderate Buy" and an average target price of $57.00.
Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. $BATRK Shares Acquired by Elgethun Capital Management
Elgethun Capital Management increased its stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:BATRK) by 6.8% in Q2, acquiring 9,250 additional shares to reach a total of 145,531 shares valued at $6.806 million. Other institutional investors like Wellington Management, Aristeia Capital, T. Rowe Price, Broad Bay, and Gabelli Funds also significantly increased their holdings, bringing institutional ownership to 64.88%. Despite a highly negative P/E ratio, the company beat EPS estimates, and analysts have a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $57.
Greenland Capital Management LP Boosts Stock Position in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. $BATRK
Greenland Capital Management LP significantly increased its stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings (NASDAQ: BATRK) by 33% in Q2, bringing its total to 128,667 shares valued at $6.02 million. The company's stock currently holds a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with a target price of $57.00. Despite a negative full-year EPS forecast by analysts, Atlanta Braves Holdings surpassed Q3 estimates with an EPS of $0.47 and revenue of $311.54 million.
Major Investment Alert: John C. Malone Boosts Stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings!
John C. Malone, a significant shareholder, acquired 33,198 shares of Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc Class A (BATRA) on November 19, 2025, worth $1,393,412. This investment follows a strong Q3 2025 performance for Atlanta Braves Holdings, which saw a 7% increase in total revenue and an 114% rise in adjusted OIBDA. Despite positive revenue growth and sentiment, Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, rates BATRA as "Neutral" due to profitability challenges, high leverage, and bearish technical indicators.
Major Investment Alert: John C. Malone Boosts Stake in Atlanta Braves Holdings!
John C. Malone, a significant shareholder in Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc Class A (BATRA), recently acquired 20,387 shares valued at $855,674 on November 17, 2025. This investment follows a strong Q3 2025 financial report where the company saw a 7% increase in total revenue, reaching $312 million, and a 114% rise in Adjusted OIBDA to $67 million. Despite on-field challenges, the company remains optimistic about growth through strategic assets and partnerships, though TipRanks' AI Analyst Spark rates BATRA as "Neutral" due to profitability issues and high leverage.
Earnings call transcript: Atlanta Braves Holdings Q3 2025 beats revenue forecast
Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc. reported Q3 2025 revenue of $312 million, surpassing forecasts by 8.25%, with an EPS of $0.47, leading to a stock price increase of 0.73%. The company showcased strong performance driven by both baseball operations and mixed-use real estate development, with mixed-use revenue up 56%. Executives discussed ticket pricing strategies, plans to be a top-five salary team in MLB, and future media rights opportunities, emphasizing the unique business model combining sports and real estate.
Y Intercept Hong Kong Ltd Purchases New Position in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. $BATRK
Y Intercept Hong Kong Ltd has acquired a new position in Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:BATRK) by purchasing 69,973 shares valued at approximately $3.27 million, representing about 0.14% of the company. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings, while analysts have mixed ratings on the stock. Insider activity includes a sale by Gamco Investors, Inc. Et Al and a purchase by John C. Malone, with total insider ownership at 11.43%.
A look at the current financial state of the Braves
This article analyzes the first half of 2025 financial results for Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc., highlighting the significant role of their real estate ventures like The Battery Atlanta and Pennant Park in their overall financial success. It delves into revenue increases in both baseball operations and mixed-use development, noting that growth in real estate is a primary driver. The author also discusses the Braves' assets, their debt structure, and concludes that the team's financial future is heavily tied to the occupancy and performance of its commercial properties, rather than solely on-field success.
Atlanta Braves Holdings Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results
Atlanta Braves Holdings Inc. Class A (BATRA) reported strong Q2 2025 results with a 10% increase in total revenue to $312 million, driven by growth in both baseball and mixed-use development revenues. The company's Adjusted OIBDA rose by 44% to $66 million, and operating income increased by 68% to $41.8 million. Management plans continued strategic investments to leverage its sports and real estate assets for future growth.
Atlanta Braves Holdings grants performance stock units and updates executive pay
Atlanta Braves Holdings (BATRA, BATRK) announced the approval of new performance stock unit (PSU) awards and an updated compensation package for its Chairman, CEO, and President, Terence F. McGuirk. The PSUs will vest over three years based on the company's compound annual revenue growth rate, while McGuirk's compensation package includes an annual base salary of $1,200,000, a short-term incentive target of $2,000,000, and a long-term equity-based award opportunity of $6,800,000 for 2025. The company currently has a "FAIR" financial health score and its stock is trading near its 52-week high.
No, The Atlanta Braves Are Not For Sale
Liberty Media chairman John Malone has clarified that the Atlanta Braves, and their parent company Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc., are not for sale. This statement comes after previous non-committal remarks from Liberty Media's President and CEO, Greg Maffei, regarding a potential sale. Malone emphasized that mechanisms are in place to prevent an immediate sale and that no one within the organization has expressed a desire to initiate such a process, highlighting satisfaction with the team's performance and the success of The Battery Atlanta.
Liberty Media Corporation Announces Completion of Distribution of Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. Series C Common Stock to Holders of Liberty Formula One Common Stock
Liberty Media Corporation announced the completion of the distribution of approximately 6.8 million shares of Series C common stock of Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. to holders of Liberty Formula One common stock. This distribution settled the Braves Group intergroup interest attributed to the Formula One Group, immediately preceding the redemptive split-off of Atlanta Braves Holdings from Liberty Media on July 18, 2023. Eligible holders of Liberty Formula One common stock received 0.028960604 shares for each share held.
In one week, you'll be able to buy stock in the Atlanta Braves
Starting July 19th, the Atlanta Braves will become a publicly-traded company on NASDAQ under the ticker symbols "BATRA," "BATRB," and "BATRK." This move is a "Split Off" by Liberty Media, which will transfer all Braves-related assets, including Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta, to the new "Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc." While Liberty Media intends to retain control, this organizational change could facilitate a future sale of the team.
