Network18 Shares Surge 12% on Strong Digital Growth, Q1 Net Profit at ₹516 Crore
By Shishta Dutta | Published at: Jul 16, 2025 01:27 PM IST
Mumbai, July 16, 2025 – Shares of Network18 Media & Investments Ltd (NSE: NETWORK18) rose sharply by 12% at 12:05 PM IST on Wednesday, touching ₹62.50 on the NSE, driven by strong traction in its digital portfolio and strategic focus on subscription-based revenues.
Market Data Snapshot
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Last Traded Price (NSE) | ₹62.50 (as of 12:05 PM IST) |
| Change (%) | +12% |
| Traded Volume (Shares) | 44.72 lakh |
| VWAP | ₹58.11 |
| 52-Week High (29-Aug-2024) | ₹106.00 |
| 52-Week Low (03-Mar-2025) | ₹39.66 |
| Market Cap | ₹9,063.88 Cr |
| Free Float Market Cap | ₹3,772.70 Cr |
| Daily Volatility (%) | 3.05 |
| Annualised Volatility (%) | 58.27 |
Q1 FY26 Financial Performance Highlights (Standalone)
Despite macroeconomic headwinds and a subdued ad environment, Network18 posted a net profit of ₹516.2 crore for Q1 FY26, sharply reversing a loss of ₹74.6 crore in Q1 FY25. This was largely driven by an exceptional gain of ₹587 crore from the revaluation of its stake in Eenadu Television Private Ltd.
| Particulars | Q1 FY26 (₹ Cr) | Q1 FY25 (₹ Cr) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 430.4 | 452.8 | -4.9% |
| Total Expenses | 509.7 | 532.3 | -4.2% |
| Operating EBITDA | 4 | 2 | +68.5% |
| Net Profit | 516.2 | (74.6) | NA |
| Operating EBITDA Margin | 1.0% | 0.5% | +50 bps |
Business Performance: Digital and Subscription Growth
Network18 became India’s #1 digital news network with a reach of 300+ million monthly users, driven by the strong performance of Moneycontrol, News18, CNBCTV18, and Firstpost.
- Moneycontrol Pro crossed 1 million paid subscribers, making it India’s largest digital news subscription platform.
- Firstpost witnessed over 800 million video views and ~40 million watch hours, led by global coverage of “Operation Sindoor”.
- The company launched three new premium offerings:
- CNBC-TV18 ACCESS: Exclusive business content with access to studio tours and masterclasses.
- Moneycontrol Super Pro: AI-powered stock alerts and live trade ideas.
- CNBC-TV18 Prime: A global business news channel for Indian CXOs and decision-makers.
Management Commentary
Adil Zainulbhai, Chairman, Network18, stated: “Another quarter of strong operating performance, however, persisting macro-economic headwinds meant that it did not translate into a commensurate financial performance. Our new product launches highlight our forward-looking approach and our endeavor to continue diversifying our business and build new avenues of growth.”
Strategic Outlook
Despite weak ad spending in the TV news industry, Network18’s diversified content strategy and expanding digital portfolio provide a strong base for future growth. The focus on subscription products is expected to build a more resilient revenue stream.
Network18 Media & Investments Stock Performance
As of 12:07 PM IST, Network18 Media & Investments shares have gained 12.19% and are trading at ₹62.5, up ₹6.7 on July 16, 2025. Network18 Media & Investments shares have dipped 25% in the last year, down 12.69% in the year-to-date, and up 14.43% in the previous month.
About Network18 Media & Investments
Network18 Media & Investments Ltd, listed on the NSE and BSE, is a leading media conglomerate in India. It operates the largest news network, comprising 20 TV channels in 12 languages, and has a strong presence across digital platforms through brands such as Moneycontrol, CNBCTV18, and News18. The company is part of the NIFTY 500 index and has been listed on the exchange since February 2007.
REF: https://nsearchives.nseindia.com/corporate/Shambhu_15072025181945_NW18_Investor_Release_30062025.pdf
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