Network18 Media & Investments LimitedQ1 FY27 Results & Financial Update
Network18 Media & Investments Limited: Q1 FY27 consolidated results and company financials – revenue ₹516.26 Cr, PAT ₹-38.36 Cr. Explore reported YoY/QoQ movements, margins, business drivers and management commentary. This page does not provide a rating, target price or investment recommendation.
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Quarterly Results AnalysisExplore Network18 Media & Investments Q1 FY27 quarterly results and earnings: revenue, profit (PAT), EBITDA, margins, YoY and QoQ growth, order book or business updates where reported, financial performance and management commentary. Reported figures and Nivata calculations are shown separately; no buy, sell or hold recommendation is provided.
Quarter overview
Quarterly earnings analysis
Basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were reported at Rs -0.25, reflecting the bottom-line losses during the period.
Cost structures for the quarter included finance costs of Rs 56.68 crore and depreciation and amortisation expenses of Rs 31.05 crore, reflecting ongoing capital investments and financing obligations across its operating businesses.
The current filing provides single-period standalone and consolidated figures for Q1 FY27 without direct comparable figures from prior sequential or year-ago periods in the structured XML schema, precluding arithmetic QoQ or YoY comparisons.
Network18 Media & Investments Limited posted its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, covering the period ended 30 June 2026, on a consolidated basis. The reporting provides a comprehensive snapshot of the company's operational performance and cost structures during the quarter under review.
During the quarter ended 30 June 2026, the company recorded total consolidated revenue from operations of INR 516.26 crore. Total income for the same period stood slightly higher at INR 520.39 crore, which includes other income of INR 4.13 crore.
The company's bottom-line performance for Q1 FY27 reflected continued bottom-line pressure, registering a consolidated profit before tax (PBT) of negative INR 76.10 crore. After accounting for tax adjustments of zero, the consolidated net profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter stood at negative INR 38.36 crore.
01 · Business model
What does Network18 Media & Investments do?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited is a prominent media and entertainment conglomerate in India, operating an extensive portfolio of news networks, digital content platforms, and entertainment channels.
The company generates its revenues primarily through broadcasting advertising, digital advertising, subscription fees, and allied media services across its television and digital properties.
Its operations span national and regional television news brands, general entertainment channels, and digital-first publishing houses catering to diverse demographics across the country.
02 · Financial snapshot
Current-quarter financial snapshot
| Metric | Q1 FY27 |
|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | ₹516.26 Cr |
| Total income | ₹520.39 Cr |
| Profit before tax | ₹-76.10 Cr |
| Profit after tax | ₹-38.36 Cr |
| EPS | ₹-0.25 |
03 · Why it moved
Why the quarter looked the way it did
What drove revenue
Consolidated revenue from operations was recorded at Rs 516.26 crore for Q1 FY27, driven by advertising, subscription, and digital monetization streams.
The company generated INR 516.26 crore in revenue from operations during the quarter ended 30 June 2026, driven by television broadcasting and digital media segments.
Other income added INR 4.13 crore to the total income of INR 520.39 crore reported for Q1 FY27.
Generated INR 516.26 crore in revenue from operations during the quarter from media, broadcasting, and digital activities.
Contributed an additional INR 4.13 crore to the total income of INR 520.39 crore.
What drove margins
Finance costs stood at Rs 56.68 crore for the quarter, exerting pressure on the bottom line alongside operating expenditures.
Depreciation and amortisation expenses were recorded at Rs 31.05 crore for Q1 FY27.
Finance costs for the quarter amounted to INR 56.68 crore, representing a significant ongoing obligation supporting the capital structure and funding requirements of the media operations.
Depreciation and amortisation expenses stood at INR 31.05 crore for the quarter, reflecting the wear and tear and amortisation of broadcasting equipment, studio assets, and intangible media rights.
Incurred finance costs of INR 56.68 crore during the quarter, reflecting the capital structure and borrowing profile of the consolidated entity.
Recorded depreciation and amortisation charges of INR 31.05 crore for the quarter.
04 · Pressure points & risks
What is not going smoothly
The company reported a consolidated net loss after tax of INR 38.36 crore and a profit before tax of negative INR 76.10 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2026.
Reported a consolidated net loss after tax of INR 38.36 crore and a loss before tax of INR 76.10 crore for Q1 FY27.
05 · Items worth noticing
The line items that can distort a quick read
The company recorded a tax expense of nil for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
06 · Beyond the numbers
What changed beyond the numbers
Reported update
Tax Expense
The company reported zero tax expense for the quarter ended 30 June 2026.
Reported update
Structured XBRL Filing
The financial results for Q1 FY27 were submitted via official exchange structured filing format under Ind AS reporting standards.
07 · Key Q&A
The quarter, answered directly
What does Network18 Media & Investments do?
Network18 Media & Investments Limited is a prominent media and entertainment conglomerate in India, operating an extensive portfolio of news networks, digital content platforms, and entertainment channels.
What is the clearest takeaway from Q1 FY27?
Basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were reported at Rs -0.25, reflecting the bottom-line losses during the period.
What drove revenue or demand?
Consolidated revenue from operations was recorded at Rs 516.26 crore for Q1 FY27, driven by advertising, subscription, and digital monetization streams.
What mattered most for margins or profitability?
Finance costs stood at Rs 56.68 crore for the quarter, exerting pressure on the bottom line alongside operating expenditures.
What changed operationally beyond the headline numbers?
The company reported zero tax expense for the quarter ended 30 June 2026.
What are the main pressure points disclosed for the quarter?
The company reported a consolidated net loss after tax of INR 38.36 crore and a profit before tax of negative INR 76.10 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2026.
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09 · Next filing checkpoints
What the next disclosure can confirm or change
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Subsequent Financial Disclosures: Monitor upcoming quarterly financial filings for sequential performance trends and cost rationalisation measures.
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Sequential Financial Trajectory: Monitor upcoming quarterly disclosures to track revenue growth trends and cost optimization efforts against the Q1 FY27 baseline.
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Profitability Turnaround: Observe progress towards operating breakeven and net profitability from the current net loss position of INR 38.36 crore.
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Subsequent Quarters: Monitor future quarterly filings for revenue recovery trends, advertising demand cycles, and progress toward profitability.
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