Dolby Laboratories (DLB) Stock Overview
Engages in the design and manufacture of audio, imaging, accessibility, and other hardware and software solutions for television, broadcast, and live entertainment industries in the United States and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$61.84 |
| 52 Week High | US$73.01 |
| 52 Week Low | US$48.26 |
| Beta | 0.80 |
| 1 Month Change | -0.42% |
| 3 Month Change | 17.28% |
| 1 Year Change | -12.83% |
| 3 Year Change | -24.10% |
| 5 Year Change | -35.48% |
| Change since IPO | 154.49% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 04
DLB: Streaming Partnerships And Buybacks Will Support Measured Future Return Potential
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Dolby Laboratories higher from $60.00 to $62.00, citing updated assumptions that include a revised discount rate, revenue growth outlook, profit margin profile, and future P/E expectation. What’s in the News for Dolby Laboratories Dolby Laboratories reported Q3 fiscal 2026 revenue of US$305 million and GAAP net income of US$29 million, with growth cited in its Video Distribution Program and Dolby OptiView technology.Seeking Alpha • Jul 20
Dolby Laboratories Valuation Is Compelling Ahead Of Earnings
Summary Dolby Laboratories is now undervalued after a 50%+ decline from its all-time high, trading at 18.7x FCF and 19.7x earnings. DLB's revenue growth remains choppy, but licensing—especially in Broadcast and Mobile—drives solid results and offers mid-single-digit growth potential. Expansion into automotive and increased adoption of Dolby Atmos/Vision by major platforms and automakers support future growth, with modest price increases feasible. I expect DLB to deliver a steady, 'boring' 10% annual return, making it a solid long-term investment at current valuations. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jul 03
DLB: Streaming Partnerships And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Dolby Laboratories from $68.00 to $60.00. They cite more conservative revenue growth assumptions and a lower future P/E multiple, partly offset by slightly stronger projected profit margins and a modestly higher discount rate.Analysis Article • Jun 20
Dolby Laboratories (DLB) Stock Could Be 33.2% Undervalued After Hitting A One Year Low
Dolby Laboratories (DLB) has slipped to a one year low as technical signals turned negative and selling pressure picked up, even though reported earnings and institutional ownership data continue to point to steady underlying operations. See our latest analysis for Dolby Laboratories. Over the past year, Dolby Laboratories' share price return has steadily weakened, with the stock down 17.63% year to date and the 1 year total shareholder return declining 26.01%. The 5 year total shareholder...
Narrative Update • Jun 18
DLB: World Cup Streaming Deal Will Support Future Share Price Recovery
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Dolby Laboratories at $78.33 per share. Only minor model adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions were made, resulting in an unchanged price target.Narrative Update • Jun 04
DLB: Immersive Content Partnerships Will Support Future Share Price Recovery
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Dolby Laboratories steady at $78.33, with only very small tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions guiding the updated price target narrative. What's in the News Dolby reported Q1 revenue growth of 7.1% year over year, topping analyst expectations by 2.8%, while issuing revenue and EPS guidance for the next quarter that came in below market forecasts, contributing to an 11% share price decline after the release.Narrative Update • May 17
DLB: Expanding Premium Audio Partnerships Will Support Future Share Gains
Analysts have nudged their price target for Dolby Laboratories down from about $81 to roughly $78, reflecting updated assumptions that combine slightly adjusted revenue growth and discount rate inputs with a different outlook on profit margins and future P/E levels. What's in the News Dolby repurchased 1,010,900 shares between December 27, 2025 and March 27, 2026 for US$65 million, bringing total buybacks under its November 3, 2009 authorization to 54,327,604 shares (52.77%) for US$3,159.61 million (company buyback filing).Narrative Update • May 01
DLB: Expanding Premium Audio Partnerships Will Support Future Share Gains
Analysts have adjusted their price target for Dolby Laboratories from $90.50 to $81.00, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Dolby Atmos is being introduced in the new BMW 7 Series through BMW's Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System, which includes up to 36 speakers and 1,965 watts and is aimed at creating a three-dimensional in-car listening experience (Key Developments).
Narrative Update • Apr 17
DLB: Expanding Premium Cinema Footprint And Ongoing Buybacks Will Support Upside
Analysts are keeping their price target for Dolby Laboratories steady at $90.00. They point to only minor adjustments in the discount rate, revenue growth assumptions and profit margin outlook, along with a slightly lower future P/E multiple in their refreshed models.Narrative Update • Apr 03
DLB: Future Streaming Expansion And Ongoing Buybacks Will Support Upside Outlook
Analysts have maintained their $90.00 price target for Dolby Laboratories, reflecting updated assumptions that include a slightly lower discount rate, modestly higher revenue growth and profit margin, and a slightly reduced future P/E multiple. What's in the News From September 27, 2025 to December 26, 2025, Dolby repurchased 1,044,838 shares for US$70 million, representing 1.09% of shares, completing a total of 53,316,704 shares repurchased for US$3,094.61 million under the buyback announced on November 3, 2009 (company filing).Narrative Update • Mar 19
DLB: Future Streaming Technology Adoption Will Support A More Optimistic Outlook
Analysts have revised their price target for Dolby Laboratories from $114.00 to $90.00. They cite updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple as key drivers of the change.Narrative Update • Mar 05
DLB: Media Partnerships And Buybacks Will Support Measured Future Returns
Analysts are keeping their price target for Dolby Laboratories steady at $68.00. This points to largely unchanged expectations around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 19
DLB: Broad Media Partnerships And Buybacks Will Support Steady Returns
Analysts maintained their Dolby Laboratories fair value estimate at $68.00, with only minor adjustments to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E informing the updated price target rationale. What's in the News Dolby updated earnings guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, with total revenue estimated at US$375 million to US$405 million and GAAP diluted EPS expected at US$0.94 to US$1.09.Narrative Update • Feb 04
DLB: Ongoing Technology Adoption Will Support Returns Despite Choppy Macro Conditions
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Dolby Laboratories to a range of about $85 to $95. This reflects a more cautious stance on the stock while still pointing to solid recent results and ongoing technology adoption, even as the macro backdrop pressures some revenue streams.Analysis Article • Feb 02
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For This Year
Investors in Dolby Laboratories, Inc. ( NYSE:DLB ) had a good week, as its shares rose 3.3% to close at US$64.19...Narrative Update • Jan 21
DLB: Technology Adoption And Solid Execution Will Support Future Share Gains
Narrative Update on Dolby Laboratories The analyst price target for Dolby Laboratories has shifted down to a range of about $85 to $95 per share. Analysts point to a solid fiscal Q4, guidance in line with expectations, and continued technology adoption despite macro headwinds as key reasons for the updated view.Narrative Update • Jan 06
DLB: Steady Outlook Will Balance Macro Pressures And Expanding Technology Adoption
Analysts have trimmed their price targets for Dolby Laboratories, with recent moves from $100 to $95 and from $95 to $85, as they weigh steady guidance and progress in technology adoption against ongoing macro headwinds affecting foundational revenues. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show that bearish analysts are trimming their expectations for Dolby Laboratories even as they acknowledge stable guidance and a solid fiscal fourth quarter.Analysis Article • Jan 05
Is There An Opportunity With Dolby Laboratories, Inc.'s (NYSE:DLB) 42% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Dolby Laboratories is US$109 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Narrative Update • Dec 21
DLB: Cautious Outlook Will Weigh On Shares Despite Expanding Technology Adoption
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Dolby Laboratories from $74.00 to $68.00, citing slightly higher discount-rate assumptions despite improving revenue growth and profit margin expectations. They continue to support maintaining a constructive long term outlook.Narrative Update • Dec 07
DLB: Durable Business Model Will Support Future Gains Despite Macro Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their price targets for Dolby Laboratories by roughly 10 dollars to reflect ongoing macro headwinds to foundational revenues. At the same time, they highlight solid quarterly execution and continued adoption of the company’s technologies as support for maintaining positive ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 23
DLB: Durable Business Model Will Support Long-Term Stability Amid Macroeconomic Headwinds
Analysts have reduced their fair value price target for Dolby Laboratories from $95.75 to $90.50, citing continued macroeconomic headwinds but also recognizing progress in revenue growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a mix of optimism about Dolby Laboratories' underlying business strengths and caution regarding ongoing macroeconomic challenges.Analysis Article • Nov 11
The Returns At Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:DLB) Aren't Growing
If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...Analysis Article • Sep 27
Investor Optimism Abounds Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE:DLB) But Growth Is Lacking
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Narrative Update • Sep 06
Expanding Auto And Device Ecosystems Will Define Immersive Entertainment
Despite Dolby Laboratories' durable business model, growing licensing revenues, and long-term growth potential from strategic partnerships, analysts have trimmed the price target from $103.00 to $95.75 due to uninspiring device markets, macroeconomic uncertainty, and a lack of near-term catalysts. Analyst Commentary Growing licensing revenues and increased adoption across key markets support positive sentiment.Shareholder Returns
| DLB | US Software | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 0.08% | -1.6% | 0.9% |
| 1Y | -12.8% | -5.9% | 15.5% |
Return vs Industry: DLB underperformed the US Software industry which returned -5.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: DLB underperformed the US Market which returned 15.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| DLB volatility | |
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| DLB Average Weekly Movement | 5.2% |
| Software Industry Average Movement | 9.2% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.9% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: DLB has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: DLB's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 2,051 | Marc Whitten | www.dolby.com |
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. engages in the design and manufacture of audio, imaging, accessibility, and other hardware and software solutions for television, broadcast, and live entertainment industries in the United States and internationally. The company develops and licenses its audio technologies, such as AAC, HE-AAC, and extended HE-AAC, a digital audio codec solution; AVC, a digital video codec used in STBs, mobile devices, cameras, and broadcast television services and other products; and Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision include encoding technologies that artists use to create more compelling and immersive audio and video experiences. It also provides DD+, an advanced surround sound audio codec technology; Dolby AC-4, an audio codec that uses cutting edge compression; and HEVC, a digital video codec that compresses video.
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| DLB fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$5.84b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$226.18m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.35b |
25.6x
P/E Ratio4.3x
P/S RatioIs DLB overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| DLB income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$1.35b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$167.78m |
| Gross Profit | US$1.19b |
| Other Expenses | US$960.40m |
| Earnings | US$226.18m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 26, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 2.41 |
| Gross Margin | 87.61% |
| Net Profit Margin | 16.70% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did DLB perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield61%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/09 21:38 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/26 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/26 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 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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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. is covered by 13 analysts. 4 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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| Vikram Kesavabhotla | Baird |
| Patrick Sholl | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Eric Wold | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |