Diligent Media Corporation Ltd

About Diligent Media Corporation Ltd

Diligent Media Corporation Ltd (DNAMEDIA) primarily operates in the print and digital media segment. Historically known for publishing the English daily newspaper 'Daily News and Analysis' (DNA), the company delivered news, analysis, and lifestyle content. While its core print operations have significantly scaled down, it continues to manage its digital presence and related media assets within the Indian market.

Key Financial Ratios

• P/E Ratio (TTM): Price to Earnings ratio shows how much an investor pays for every rupee of the company's earnings. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's P/E ratio (TTM) is 7.94, compared to the industry median of 11.60 and large cap median of 11.60.

• P/B Ratio: Price to Book ratio compares a company's market price to its book value per share. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's P/B ratio is -0.13, compared to the industry median of 0.95 and large cap median of 0.95.

• P/S Ratio: Price to Sales ratio compares a company's market value to its total revenue. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's P/S ratio is 2.42, compared to the industry median of 0.76 and large cap median of 0.76.

• PEG Ratio: PEG ratio adjusts the P/E ratio for expected earnings growth. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's PEG ratio is 0.14.

• EV/EBITDA Ratio: This ratio compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's EV/EBITDA ratio is 31.46.

• Return on Equity (ROE): ROE measures how much profit a company generates from shareholders' invested capital. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's ROE is N/A.

• Return on Assets (ROA): ROA measures how efficiently a company converts its assets into net profit. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's ROA is 0.49%.

• Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): ROCE measures how efficiently a company generates profit from all the capital it employs. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's ROCE is 7.94%.

• Operating Margin: Operating margin shows what percentage of revenue remains after covering operating expenses. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's operating margin is 8.72%.

• Net Margin: Net margin shows what percentage of revenue converts into final net profit. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's net margin is 103.26%.

• Current Ratio: The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using short-term assets. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's current ratio is 5.60.

• Debt to Equity Ratio: This ratio shows the proportion of debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio is -1.79.

• Interest Coverage Ratio: This ratio shows how easily a company can pay interest on its outstanding debt from its operating earnings. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's interest coverage ratio is 16.76.

• Dividend Per Share (DPS): DPS shows the total dividend paid per share in the latest financial year. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's DPS is ₹0.

• Earnings Per Share (EPS): EPS shows how much profit is allocated to each outstanding share. Diligent Media Corporation Ltd's EPS is -90.02.

(Source line: "Ratios as of 10 Aug 2026, based on last traded price of ₹2.70. Data sourced from BSE/NSE Exchange Filings & Public Terminal Data.")

Key Facts

• Founded: 2005
• Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra
• Core Offerings: Print Newspaper Publishing, Digital News Content, Advertising Sales
• Stock Listing: NSE (DNAMEDIA), BSE (540789)
• Promoter: Essel Group

History of Diligent Media Corporation Ltd

Diligent Media Corporation Ltd was incorporated in 2005, a year that also saw the launch of its flagship English daily, 'Daily News and Analysis' (DNA) newspaper. DNA quickly expanded its footprint across major Indian cities including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, and Bengaluru. The company diversified its offerings into digital news through 'DNAIndia.com'. However, facing significant operational and financial challenges, DNAMEDIA largely suspended its print editions in 2019 and scaled down operations, focusing primarily on managing residual assets and its digital platform.

Business Segments and Revenue Mix

• Print Media: Historically involved in the publication of the 'Daily News and Analysis' (DNA) newspaper, providing a wide range of news, current affairs, and lifestyle features.
• Digital Media: Operated the online portal 'DNAIndia.com', offering digital news content, articles, and interactive features to a broader online audience.
• Advertising: Generated revenue through various advertising campaigns placed in its print publications and digital platforms by corporate and retail clients.

Key Personnel

Mr. Kedar R. Tendulkar - Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary. As a key managerial personnel, he oversees the company's financial operations and compliance functions.

Subsidiaries and Associate Companies

No major subsidiaries reported as of latest annual filings (FY23).

Corporate Actions

In 2017, the company underwent a rights issue. In 2021, a promoter entity, Essel Impex Private Limited, made a delisting offer for the shares of DNAMEDIA, which subsequently failed due to insufficient shares tendered.

References

1. Annual Report 2022-23
2. Exchange Filings (NSE/BSE)
3. Financial Results Announcement