Network18 Media & Investments
Network18 Media & Investments (NETWORK18) share price was ₹24.18 at the 28 Oct 2026 close; market capitalisation ₹3,729 Cr; sector Media. The share price fell 50.2% over the year to 28 Oct 2026 (adjusted for splits and bonuses). In the Jun 2026 quarter, revenue rose 10.3% year on year to ₹516.3 Cr and net profit was −₹38 Cr, against ₹149 Cr a year earlier (compared with Jun 2025). Promoters held 56.89% of Network18 Media & Investments in Sep 2026, unchanged from Jun 2026. Its Tapetide Score is 28/100 (Poor) as of 28 Oct 2026.
Key Fundamentals
MicrocapEntertainmentMedia Entertainment & PublicationPrice-based figures as of 29 Oct 2026, 11:10 IST · EPS basis: Consolidated · TTM
Peer Comparison
Consumer Discretionary › Media › Media & Entertainment
| ₹294.15 | 197.42 | 22,908 Cr | 10.97 | 0.00% | 11.84% | 24.91% | 4,844 Cr | 145 Cr | |
| ₹530.50 | 46.09 | 10,229 Cr | 6.47 | 0.88% | 12.16% | 15.98% | 1,074 Cr | 221 Cr | |
| ₹795.20 | 47.36 | 10,212 Cr | 31.18 | 0.88% | 83.38% | 110.18% | 444 Cr | 215 Cr | |
| Network18 Media & Investments (this company) | ₹24.36 | — | 3,756 Cr | 0.76 | 0.00% | 3.11% | 6.85% | 2,462 Cr | -32 Cr |
| ₹86.81 | — | 1,058 Cr | 1.70 | 0.24% | -7.99% | -9.93% | 389 Cr | -22 Cr | |
| ₹176.00 | 9.85 | 445 Cr | 1.33 | 0.00% | 14.71% | 18.76% | 430 Cr | 45 Cr | |
| ₹81.53 | — | 389 Cr | 0.51 | 2.34% | -0.97% | -1.83% | 587 Cr | -8 Cr | |
| Median 7 companies | ₹176.00 | 46.73 | 3,756 Cr | 1.70 | 0.24% | 11.84% | 15.98% | 587 Cr | 45 Cr |
Comparable companies in the same industry. Market cap, P/E and P/B use the live price; other metrics are as reported in filings. A dash means the figure is not published for that company.
Tapetide Score
Data-driven rating, 0–100, as of . How it works →
Data confidence 93/100
Category scores
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Key Insights
Strengths
1- Stock is trading at 0.80 times its book value
Weaknesses
6- Company has low interest coverage ratio.
- The company has delivered a poor sales growth of -14.7% over past five years.
- Company has a low return on equity of -2.20% over last 3 years.
- Earnings include an other income of Rs.260 Cr.
- Debtor days have increased from 74.3 to 119 days.
- Promoter holding has decreased over last 3 years: -18.1%
Technical Indicators
Oscillators
Bearish
Overall
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Moving Averages
Bearish
Growth Rate
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change over 1 year Operating margin 1.4% · Jun 2026
AI Analysis — Bull vs Bear
Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd trades at a market cap of ₹5,004 Cr with a P/E of 32.6x and P/B of 1.03x. The company has seen a sharp TTM sales decline of -69% but reported a TTM profit growth of 111%, while its stock has declined 42% over the past year.
- Stock trades at 1.03x book value, indicating limited premium over net asset value
- TTM compounded profit growth of 111% signals a significant earnings turnaround from prior losses
- Last year ROE turned positive at 1% after three consecutive years of negative returns
- 3-year compounded profit CAGR of 35% shows improving profitability trajectory despite revenue challenges
- 10-year compounded sales CAGR of 3% demonstrates the company has a long-term revenue base that has historically grown
- P/E of 32.6x on newly positive earnings may compress as profits normalize and scale further
- Stock has corrected 42% in 1 year, which has brought valuations closer to book value levels
- TTM sales declined -69%, reflecting a severe revenue contraction in the core business
- 5-year compounded sales CAGR of -15% indicates a sustained structural decline in revenue generation
- 3-year average ROE of -2% demonstrates persistent inability to generate adequate shareholder returns
- Promoter holding has decreased by 18.1% over the last 3 years, signaling weakening promoter commitment
- Debtor days have increased from 74.3 to 119 days, indicating deteriorating receivables collection and potential cash flow stress
- Other income of ₹449 Cr forms a significant portion of earnings, raising questions about core operating profitability
- Company has low interest coverage ratio, suggesting debt servicing burden relative to operating profits
- Stock has delivered -20% CAGR over 3 years and -9% CAGR over 5 years, reflecting persistent value erosion
This is AI-generated analysis, not financial advice. Do your own due diligence.
AI News Digest
- No encumbrance on promoter shares Jul 2
Reliance Industrial Investments and Holdings Limited declared no encumbrance on Network18 shares for FY 2025-26 under SEBI Takeover Regulations.
- Trust confirms unencumbered holding Jun 22
Independent Media Trust confirmed no encumbrance on Network18 shares in FY 2025-26, filed under SEBI Takeover Regulations.
TL;DR: Recent news flow for Network18 is limited to routine regulatory disclosures confirming that promoter-held shares remain unencumbered. There are no material headwinds or positive catalysts in the current news cycle. The lack of operational or financial updates makes it difficult to assess directional momentum. Investors should watch for upcoming quarterly results or strategic announcements for a clearer trend signal.
Quarterly Results
| Particulars | Jun 2023 | Sep 2023 | Dec 2023 | Mar 2024 | Jun 2024 | Sep 2024 | Dec 2024 | Mar 2025 | Jun 2025 | Sep 2025 | Dec 2025 | Mar 2026 | Jun 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 3,239 | 1,866 | 1,774 | 2,419 | 3,141 | 1,825 | 1,360 | 561 | 468 | 498 | 539 | 616 | 516 |
| Expenses | 3,323 | 2,084 | 1,945 | 2,609 | 3,289 | 2,005 | 1,382 | 542 | 464 | 498 | 530 | 585 | 509 |
| Operating Profit | -84 | -218 | -172 | -190 | -148 | -179 | -22 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 10 | 30 | 8 |
| OPM % | -2.6% | -12% | -10% | -8% | -4.7% | -10% | -1.6% | 3.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.8% | 4.9% | 1.4% |
| Other Income | 221 | 224 | 187 | 176 | 174 | 270 | -1,225 | 40 | 231 | 124 | 69 | 26 | 42 |
| Interest | 68 | 66 | 74 | 114 | 150 | 170 | 102 | 55 | 52 | 48 | 50 | 54 | 57 |
| Depreciation | 41 | 57 | 43 | 69 | 70 | 69 | 52 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 31 |
| PBT | 27 | -118 | -102 | -197 | -194 | -148 | -1,400 | -29 | 149 | 41 | -5 | -30 | -38 |
| Tax % | -6% | 1% | 0% | -1% | 1% | 3% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Net Profit | 29 | -119 | -102 | -196 | -195 | -152 | -1,400 | -29 | 149 | 41 | -5 | -30 | -38 |
| EPS (₹) | -0.37 | -0.79 | -0.56 | -1.05 | -1.2 | -0.92 | -9.31 | -0.2 | 0.96 | 0.26 | -0.04 | -0.2 | -0.25 |
Profit & Loss
| Particulars | Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | TTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 3,127 | 1,527 | 1,491 | 1,839 | 5,116 | 5,357 | 4,705 | 5,880 | 6,223 | 9,297 | 6,888 | 2,121 | 2,169 |
| Expenses | 3,294 | 1,474 | 1,647 | 1,876 | 5,049 | 4,786 | 3,933 | 4,799 | 6,086 | 9,955 | 7,224 | 2,078 | 2,122 |
| Operating Profit | -167 | 53 | -156 | -37 | 68 | 571 | 772 | 1,081 | 137 | -658 | -337 | 43 | 47 |
| OPM % | -5% | 3.5% | -10% | -2% | 1.3% | 11% | 16% | 18% | 2.2% | -7% | -4.9% | 2% | 2.2% |
| Other Income | -735 | 98 | 55 | 110 | 42 | -17 | 44 | 74 | 183 | 801 | -734 | 449 | 260 |
| Interest | 113 | 67 | 80 | 96 | 198 | 236 | 157 | 97 | 209 | 322 | 477 | 205 | 209 |
| Depreciation | 75 | 58 | 80 | 89 | 142 | 175 | 147 | 120 | 128 | 210 | 223 | 133 | 129 |
| PBT | -1,090 | 26 | -261 | -111 | -231 | 143 | 512 | 939 | -16 | -389 | -1,771 | 155 | -32 |
| Tax % | 4% | 63% | 4% | 56% | -23% | 61% | -7% | 11% | -1% | -17% | 0% | 0% | — |
| Net Profit | -1,117 | 96 | -271 | -173 | -178 | 56 | 547 | 838 | -16 | -325 | -1,777 | 155 | -32 |
| EPS (₹) | -10.12 | 0.92 | -2.23 | -1.47 | -2.89 | -2.26 | 0.31 | 1.98 | -0.8 | -1.97 | -10.94 | 0.99 | -0.23 |
| Div. Payout % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | — |
Balance Sheet
| Particulars | Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity Capital | 523 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 518 | 765 | 765 |
| Reserves | 1,097 | 1,359 | 765 | 616 | 293 | -1 | 29 | 237 | 157 | 14,710 | 3,977 | 4,153 |
| Borrowings | 1,001 | 782 | 1,307 | 2,203 | 3,045 | 3,265 | 2,554 | 2,284 | 6,069 | 8,156 | 2,960 | 3,288 |
| Other Liabilities | 3,080 | 2,929 | 2,457 | 4,172 | 4,594 | 4,834 | 5,156 | 6,101 | 7,236 | 16,498 | 795 | 790 |
| Total Liabilities | 5,701 | 5,588 | 5,046 | 7,509 | 8,450 | 8,616 | 8,257 | 9,140 | 13,980 | 39,881 | 8,498 | 8,996 |
| Fixed Assets | 2,627 | 1,680 | 1,766 | 2,907 | 2,868 | 2,973 | 2,929 | 2,876 | 3,055 | 3,681 | 1,788 | 1,753 |
| CWIP | 19 | 16 | 5 | 25 | 47 | 87 | 126 | 259 | 916 | 11,627 | 0 | 2 |
| Investments | 739 | 2,681 | 2,182 | 669 | 923 | 796 | 771 | 869 | 958 | 4,188 | 5,682 | 6,123 |
| Other Assets | 2,316 | 1,210 | 1,094 | 3,908 | 4,612 | 4,760 | 4,430 | 5,137 | 9,051 | 20,385 | 1,027 | 1,118 |
| Total Assets | 5,701 | 5,588 | 5,046 | 7,509 | 8,450 | 8,616 | 8,257 | 9,140 | 13,980 | 39,881 | 8,498 | 8,996 |
Cash Flow
| Particulars | Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating | -99 | 87 | -178 | 90 | -204 | 78 | 1,346 | 641 | -2,804 | -6,465 | -1,912 | -28 |
| Investing | 135 | -140 | -362 | -57 | -445 | -86 | -85 | -249 | -718 | 9,929 | -3,636 | -19 |
| Financing | -81 | -6 | 518 | 131 | 645 | -62 | -1,049 | -381 | 3,411 | 1,139 | 720 | 83 |
| Net Cash Flow | -45 | -59 | -22 | 164 | -3 | -71 | 212 | 12 | -111 | 4,603 | -4,828 | 36 |
| Free Cash Flow | -124 | -11 | -337 | 28 | -331 | -68 | 1,263 | 457 | -3,536 | -8,869 | -2,809 | -77 |
| CFO/OP | 6 | 382 | 97 | -460 | -94 | 18 | 161 | 52 | -2,143 | 987 | 540 | -1 |
Ratios
| Particulars | Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debtor Days | 72 | 85 | 78 | 255 | 93 | 105 | 99 | 72 | 76 | 69 | 35 | 119 |
| Cash Conversion Cycle | 72 | 85 | 78 | 255 | 93 | 105 | 99 | 72 | 76 | 69 | 35 | 119 |
| Working Capital Days | -78 | -263 | -383 | -216 | -99 | -88 | -62 | 1 | -32 | 173 | -141 | -503 |
| ROCE % | -4% | 2% | -4% | 0% | -1% | 7% | 10% | 16% | 2% | 0% | 1% | 3% |
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Network 18 Media & Investments is engaged in activities spanning across Digital Content, Print and Allied Businesses.(Source : 202003-01 Annual Report Page No:15)
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