Balance Sheet StrengthLow leverage and a strong equity base materially reduce financial risk and preserve funding flexibility. This balance-sheet strength enables steady investment in programming, opportunistic M&A or buybacks, and a buffer against advertising cyclicality over the next several months.

High Profitability / MarginsSustained high gross and net margins indicate pricing power and efficient cost control in content distribution and broadcasting. Durable margins support internal funding of content, stabilize operating cash flow through ad cycles, and underpin medium‑term earnings resilience.

Free Cash Flow GenerationConsistent FCF and strong cash conversion provide predictable funding for content investment, debt reduction, and shareholder returns. Reliable cash generation enhances strategic optionality and resilience to short-term ad-market swings across a 2–6 month horizon.

Bears Say

FCF Growth VolatilityVolatile free cash flow growth undermines predictability of content spend and capital allocation. Fluctuations can force reliance on balance-sheet buffers or cutbacks to reinvestment/dividends in weaker periods, increasing execution risk over the medium term.

Declining EPS TrendNegative EPS growth points to pressure on per-share earnings, which may reflect higher content costs, weaker ad pricing, or margin headwinds. Persistent EPS declines can constrain dividend capacity and reduce financial flexibility over coming quarters.

Regional Concentration RiskHeavy exposure to South-Indian markets concentrates ad and viewership risk regionally. Limited geographic diversification can cap audience and ad-market expansion, leaving performance more sensitive to regional competition, economic cycles, or regulatory changes.

SUNTV FAQ

What was Sun TV Network Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?

Sun TV Network Limited lowest stock price was ₹485.10 and its highest was ₹691.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Sun TV Network Limited’s market cap?

Sun TV Network Limited’s market cap is ₹219.09B.

When is Sun TV Network Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?

Sun TV Network Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is May 22, 2026 which is in 66 days.

How were Sun TV Network Limited’s earnings last quarter?

Sun TV Network Limited released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ₹8.16 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ₹9.2 by -₹1.04.

Is Sun TV Network Limited overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Sun TV Network Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Sun TV Network Limited pay dividends?

Sun TV Network Limited pays a Quarterly dividend of ₹3.75 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.33%. See more information on Sun TV Network Limited dividends here

What is Sun TV Network Limited’s EPS estimate?

Sun TV Network Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Sun TV Network Limited have?

Sun TV Network Limited has 394,084,600 shares outstanding.

What happened to Sun TV Network Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Sun TV Network Limited reported an EPS of ₹8.16 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ₹9.2. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.702%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sun TV Network Limited?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:SUNTV

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Company Description

Sun TV Network Limited

Sun TV Network Limited, together with its subsidiaries, engages in producing and broadcasting satellite television and radio software programming in the regional languages of South India. The company's flagship channel includes Sun TV. It also operates various other satellite channels, such as Surya TV, Gemini TV, Udaya TV, and SUN Bangla in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Bangla languages in various genres of general entertainment, movies, music, news, kids, action, and life; and 24 frequency modulation radio stations. In addition, the company operates SunRisers Hyderabad, an Indian Premier League franchise; and SUNNXT, an OTT platform, as well as distributes movies. It operates in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Bangla languages for viewers in India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, the Middle East, the United States, Australia, South Africa, and Canada. The company was incorporated in 1985 and is based in Chennai, India.