Why is the oOh!Media (ASX:OML) share price slipping 6% today?

The company's shares are off to a poor start on Thursday.

| More on:

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

Key points
  • oOh!media shares fall 6.87% to $1.56 
  • The company announced the resignation of non-executive director, Mick Hellman 
  • This follows yesterday's announcement that chief financial officer, Sheila Lines is intending to leave the company 

The oOh!media Limited (ASX: OML) share price is backtracking during mid-morning trade following a board resignation.

At the time of writing, the out of home media company's shares are down 6.87% to $1.56.

Man going down a red arrow, symbolising a sliding share price.

Image source: Getty Images

Another senior member departs

Investors are reacting to the latest news from the company, sending the oOh!Media share price into negative territory.

In a statement to the ASX, oOh!Media advised that non-executive director, Mick Hellman will resign from the company's board.

This is scheduled to occur before the April board meeting following the sale of HMI Capital's shareholding in the company.

It is worth noting that Mr Hellman is the managing partner of HMI Capital.

The United States-based investment company provided strong support to oOh!Media's capital raising during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mr Hellman tenure will cease after spending around 2 years on the oOh!Media board.

The departure follows yesterday's announcement from the company that chief financial officer (CFO), Sheila Lines will also leave.

After spending 4 years in the role, Ms Lines has decided to pursue other external opportunities.

While no date was given, Ms Lines will temporarily stay on to assist oOh!Media with the transition to finding a new CFO.

About the oOh!media share price

Over the past 12 months, the oOh!media share price has moved in a sideways channel hovering around the $1.60 mark.

The company's shares are down 8% since this time last year, and are some way off the $3 level reached pre-COVID.

Based on valuation grounds, oOh!media commands a market capitalisation of roughly 936.88 million.

Motley Fool contributor Aaron Teboneras has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended oOh!Media Ltd. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Bruce Jackson.

More on Communication Shares

A man wearing a colourful shirt holds an old fashioned phone to his ear with a look of curiosity on his face as though he is pondering the answer to a question.
Communication Shares

Own Telstra shares? Here's what happened in April

Telstra had an interesting month over April...

Read more »

Media newspapers and tablet reporting the news online.
Communication Shares

Is there still opportunity in ASX media shares?

ASX media shares have had a tough run, but should investors be looking beyond the headlines?

Read more »

Ecstatic man giving a fist pump in an office hallway.
Mergers & Acquisitions

oOh!Media shares rocket 40% higher on takeover offer

A big takeover premium has reset expectations, but the market isn’t treating it as a done deal.

Read more »

Person holding Australian dollar notes, symbolising dividends.
Communication Shares

Is the Telstra share price a buy for its 5.4% dividend yield?

Telstra is an intriguing business to look at for dividends and growth.

Read more »

A man sits in contemplation on his sofa looking at his phone as though he has just heard some serious or interesting news.
Communication Shares

Are Telstra shares a good deal at $5.32?

Telstra's growing share price is starting to lower its dividend yield...

Read more »

Woman on phone cheering while sitting at computer
Communication Shares

3 reasons I'd buy Telstra shares today

The telco giant continues to evolve. Here’s why I think Telstra shares still look appealing today.

Read more »

Man holding phone to ear shouts while hjolding out hand in stop motion
Communication Shares

Up 22%, are Telstra shares still worth a buy?

Telstra stays a dependable income stock, but won't be a rocket ship.

Read more »

Group of friends trading stocks on their phones. symbolising the 3 most traded ASX 200 shares today
Communication Shares

Have Telstra shares peaked, or is there more upside ahead?

Pricing power and income support steady, not explosive, gains

Read more »