MBC Group Company
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About MBC Group Company
AI-generatedMBC Group Company (4072) is a leading media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered in Saudi Arabia, operating in the broadcasting industry. It owns and operates a portfolio of free-to-air and pay-TV channels, including MBC1, MBC2, MBC Action, and Al Arabiya, as well as digital platforms like Shahid, the largest Arabic streaming service. The company produces and distributes a wide range of content, including drama, news, sports, and entertainment, serving audiences across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Revenue is generated primarily from advertising sales on its television channels and digital platforms, subscription fees for Shahid VIP, and content licensing. Advertising contributes the largest share, driven by high viewership during peak seasons like Ramadan. The company also earns from production services and events. Despite a recent revenue decline of 22.86% YoY, MBC maintains a strong cash position of 1.10B SAR against minimal debt of 63.79M SAR, indicating financial stability.
MBC operates in the competitive MENA media sector, facing rivals such as OSN, Rotana, and international players like Netflix and Disney+. Its competitive advantages include a vast content library, strong brand recognition, and a loyal audience base. With a market cap of 8.21B SAR and a PE ratio of 21.09, the company is valued as a mature player. However, high EV/EBITDA of 32.03 suggests premium valuation relative to earnings.
MBC's target audience is Arabic-speaking populations across the MENA region, spanning diverse demographics. Its channels cater to various interests, from news (Al Arabiya) to entertainment (MBC1) and movies (MBC2). The company has a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and other Gulf countries. With Shahid, it also reaches the global Arabic diaspora. The recent quarterly revenue trend shows seasonality, with Q1 2026 at 1.58B SAR significantly higher than Q3 2025 at 810M SAR.
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Financial highlights
Latest saved period: March 2026 · 2026-03-31
Dividend history
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Revenue
↑ 108.3%Net Income
↑ 2086.4%Free Cash Flow
↑ 79.5%Diluted EPS
↑ 1900.0%MBC Group Company (4072) analysis
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