Network18 Media & Investments Limited (IN:NETWORK18)
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NETWORK18 Stock Chart & Stats
₹43.92
-₹0.51(-0.74%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹43.92
-₹0.51(-0.74%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range₹27.40 - ₹65.31
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.10M
Average Volume (3M)272.74K
Market Cap
₹48.60B
Enterprise Value₹82.10B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹1.19B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹32.17B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.41
Next Earnings
Jul 21, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-8.27
Shares Outstanding1,542,000,000
10 Day Avg. Volume197,053
30 Day Avg. Volume272,740
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.28
Price to Book (P/B)0.95
Price to Sales (P/S)2.20
P/FCF Ratio-16.51
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Monetization StreamsNETWORK18's business spans broadcast, digital, distribution fees and content/licensing which spreads revenue risk across ad cycles and platforms. This structural mix helps preserve core cash flow and audience monetization capacity over months, supporting resilience during industry swings.
Return To Positive Net IncomeA reversion to positive net income and higher gross margin indicate improved cost control and revenue mix. Sustained profitability at the net level can rebuild equity buffers, reduce reliance on external financing, and provide a foundation to reinvest in content and digital growth over the coming months.
Moderate Leverage And Sizeable Equity BaseModerate leverage and a large equity base provide financial flexibility to absorb shocks and fund strategic initiatives. This capital structure gives the company room to manage temporary cash shortfalls, negotiate distribution deals, and invest in digital transition without immediate solvency pressure.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationPersistent negative operating and free cash flow undermines self-funding: the company may need external financing to sustain content spend and distribution costs. Over a 2–6 month horizon this raises liquidity and reinvestment risks and increases vulnerability if credit access tightens.
Strained Operating ProfitabilityNegative operating profit and razor-thin EBITDA margin limit the firm's ability to absorb advertising revenue weakness or higher costs. Structural margin pressure reduces free cash generation and heightens earnings sensitivity to modest top-line declines over the medium term.
Large And Volatile Revenue DeclinesSevere year-on-year revenue drops and volatile multi-year growth indicate weak top-line stability. For a media company reliant on advertising and distribution fees, such volatility constrains planning, weakens pricing power with advertisers, and complicates long-term investment decisions.
Network18 Media & Investments Limited News
NETWORK18 FAQ
What was Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited lowest stock price was ₹27.40 and its highest was ₹65.31 in the past 12 months.
What is Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s market cap?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s market cap is ₹48.60B.
When is Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 21, 2026 which is in 61 days.
How were Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited released its earnings results on Apr 18, 2026. The company reported -₹0.2 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -₹0.2.
Is Network18 Media & Investments Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Network18 Media & Investments Limited pay dividends?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited does not currently pay dividends.
What is Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s EPS estimate?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Network18 Media & Investments Limited have?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited has 1,542,000,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Network18 Media & Investments Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited reported an EPS of -₹0.2 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.614%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Network18 Media & Investments Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:NETWORK18
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Company Description
Network18 Media & Investments Limited
Network18 Media & Investments Limited operates as a media and entertainment company in India. The company engages in television, digital content, filmed entertainment, digital commerce, print, and allied businesses. It operates business news channels, such as CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz, and CNBC Bajar; general news channels, including CNN News18, News18 India, News18 International, and News18; and regional news channels comprising News18 network. The company also operates Hindi general entertainment channels consisting of Colors, Colors Cineplex, Colors Rishtey, Rishtey Cineplex, MTV India, and MTV Beats; English entertainment channels, such as VH1, Comedy Central, and Colors Infinity; and regional entertainment channels consisting of Colors Kannada, Colors Super, Kannada Cinema, Colors Bangla, Colors Marathi, Colors Gujarati, Colors Oriya, and Colors Tamil. In addition, it operates kids entertainment channels comprising Nickelodeon, Sonic, Nick Jr., and Nick HD+; factual entertainment and lifestyle channels, such as HistoryTV18 and FYI TV18; VOOT, a Viacom18's video-on-demand platform; filmed entertainment channels, such as Viacom18 Motion Pictures; and IndiaCast, a content asset monetization channel, as well as Tipping Point for digital content production. Further, the company operates digital content websites, including MoneyControl, News18.com, CNBCTV18.com, and Firstpost, as well as bookmyshow.com, an online ticketing platform; and TopperLearning, a premier K-12 content, delivery, and assessment service provider. Additionally, it publishes Forbes India, Overdrive, and Better Photography magazines; and produces films and TV shows. The company was formerly known as Network18 Fincap Private Limited and changed its name to Network18 Media & Investments Limited in December 2007. Network18 Media & Investments Limited was incorporated in 1996 and is based in Mumbai, India. Network18 Media & Investments Limited operates as a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited.
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