Network18 Share Price in Focus; Reports 9.4% Revenue Growth in Q2FY27

Network18 Media & Investments Limited reported a 9.4% year-on-year (YoY) rise in consolidated operating revenue to ₹544.7 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026.  

The results were disclosed through exchange filings dated October 30, 2026. Revenue was ₹497.8 crore in Q2 FY26. Consolidated net profit increased to ₹53 crore from ₹41.2 crore a year earlier. 

Revenue and Expenses 

Total income rose to ₹559.5 crore from ₹500.8 crore in the year-ago quarter, while total expenses increased to ₹613.6 crore from ₹580.2 crore. Profit before tax stood at ₹53.1 crore, compared with ₹41.2 crore in Q2 FY26. 

Operating EBITDA was ₹19 crore, against a loss of ₹0.5 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. The operating EBITDA margin improved to 3.4% from -0.1%. 

For H1 FY27, consolidated operating revenue increased 9.9% to ₹1,060.9 crore from ₹965.7 crore. Operating EBITDA was ₹26 crore, compared with ₹4 crore in H1 FY26. 

Advertising and Television Ratings 

Network18 said advertising inventory consumption in the television news genre declined around 13% year-on-year. Corporate spending was affected by the West Asia conflict, weak monsoon conditions and the suspension of television ratings. Government-linked advertising remained strong for the second consecutive quarter. 

Television ratings data remained suspended over the Broadcast Audience Research Council’s licence renewal under the Television Ratings Policy, 2026. 

Digital Platforms 

Network18 reported a monthly reach of more than 330 million users across its digital news and information network.  

Its YouTube platforms recorded over 15 billion video views, up 17% year-on-year and nearly twice the views of its nearest competitor. Its combined social media following crossed 470 million. 

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News18 Marathi Merger 

The National Company Law Tribunal approved the merger of News18 Marathi with Network18 on October 22, 2026. The scheme will take effect after the conditions set out in the arrangement are fulfilled. 

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Network18 Media Share Price Performance  

As of October 30, 2026, 1:09 pm, Network18 Media & Investments share price was trading at ₹23.73, a 1.66% decrease from the previous closing price. 

Conclusion  

The company's Q2 FY27 results reflected growth in consolidated revenue and net profit. Advertising demand in the television news segment remained subdued, with inventory consumption declining 13% y-o-y. 

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