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Health Score : 7.61Sun TV Network exhibits robust financial health, driven by stellar profitability and solvency. The company maintains excellent liquidity, ensuring it can comfortably meet its short-term obligations. While growth metrics present a mixed picture, with strong asset and revenue growth offset by declines in operating profit, EPS, and net income, the company's coverage ratios are strong, indicating a solid ability to meet its interest and dividend obligations. Efficiency ratios, however, reveal areas needing improvement, especially in asset turnover and receivable management. The media and entertainment industry is dynamic, and Sun TV's strong profitability and coverage provide a buffer against market volatility. The company's high dividend payout policy is a boon for investors but needs to be balanced with reinvestments in content and technology to sustain future growth. Overall, Sun TV Network demonstrates a blend of financial strengths and areas for strategic focus, positioning it as a stable player in the media landscape.
Health Score : 7.61Sun TV Network exhibits robust financial health, driven by stellar profitability and solvency. The company maintains excellent liquidity, ensuring it can comfortably meet its short-term obligations. While growth metrics present a mixed picture, with strong asset and revenue growth offset by declines in operating profit, EPS, and net income, the company's coverage ratios are strong, indicating a solid ability to meet its interest and dividend obligations. Efficiency ratios, however, reveal areas needing improvement, especially in asset turnover and receivable management. The media and entertainment industry is dynamic, and Sun TV's strong profitability and coverage provide a buffer against market volatility. The company's high dividend payout policy is a boon for investors but needs to be balanced with reinvestments in content and technology to sustain future growth. Overall, Sun TV Network demonstrates a blend of financial strengths and areas for strategic focus, positioning it as a stable player in the media landscape.
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P/E RATIO (TTM)
13.26
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12.84
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12.84
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12.84
P/B RATIO
1.46
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0.74
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0.74
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4.17
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0.87
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0.87
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-11.36
EV/EBITDA RATIO
6.69
The Calculations Shown Above Are Based on the Last Traded Price (LTP) of ₹468.9 as on Aug 25, 2026.
Growth Score : 4.80The company's growth metrics present a mixed picture. While revenue and asset growth are strong, declines in operating profit, earnings per share, and net income growth raise concerns about profitability and efficiency. Despite positive asset growth, the profit decline could impact investor confidence.
Revenue Growth RateExcellentOperating Profit Growth RatePoorEarnings Per Share (EPS) GrowthPoorAsset Growth RateExcellentNet Income Growth RatePoor| Growth Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
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| Revenue Growth Rate | 12.84 | 5.22 | 13.52 | -6.24 | 7.97 |
| Operating Profit Growth Rate | 10.36 | 5 | 10.24 | -19.29 | 2.54 |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS) Growth | 7.65 | 3.94 | 12.82 | -11.55 | -15.46 |
| Asset Growth Rate | 11.98 | 14.05 | 12.54 | 10.64 | 9.54 |
| Net Income Growth Rate | 7.67 | 3.96 | 12.83 | -11.53 | -15.43 |
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Sun TV Network Ltd. is a prominent Indian media conglomerate primarily engaged in broadcasting television channels in multiple South Indian languages. It holds a leading market position in the South Indian television and radio segments, producing and distributing a wide array of entertainment content across TV, radio, and digital platforms, including OTT, and also owns an IPL cricket franchise.
P/E Ratio (TTM): Price to Earnings ratio shows how much an investor pays for every rupee of the company's earnings. Sun TV Network Ltd's P/E ratio (TTM) is 13.26, compared to the industry median of 12.84 and large cap median of 12.84.
P/B Ratio: Price to Book ratio compares a company's market price to its book value per share. Sun TV Network Ltd's P/B ratio is 1.46, compared to the industry median of 0.74 and large cap median of 0.74.
P/S Ratio: Price to Sales ratio compares a company's market value to its total revenue. Sun TV Network Ltd's P/S ratio is 4.17, compared to the industry median of 0.87 and large cap median of 0.87.
PEG Ratio: PEG ratio adjusts the P/E ratio for expected earnings growth. Sun TV Network Ltd's PEG ratio is -11.36.
EV/EBITDA Ratio: This ratio compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization. Sun TV Network Ltd's EV/EBITDA ratio is 6.69.
Return on Equity (ROE): ROE measures how much profit a company generates from shareholders' invested capital. Sun TV Network Ltd's ROE is 11.40%.
Return on Assets (ROA): ROA measures how efficiently a company converts its assets into net profit. Sun TV Network Ltd's ROA is 15.77%.
Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): ROCE measures how efficiently a company generates profit from all the capital it employs. Sun TV Network Ltd's ROCE is 17%.
Operating Margin: Operating margin shows what percentage of revenue remains after covering operating expenses. Sun TV Network Ltd's operating margin is 50.36%.
Net Margin: Net margin shows what percentage of revenue converts into final net profit. Sun TV Network Ltd's net margin is 33.24%.
Current Ratio: The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using short-term assets. Sun TV Network Ltd's current ratio is 2.38.
Debt to Equity Ratio: This ratio shows the proportion of debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity. Sun TV Network Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.01.
Interest Coverage Ratio: This ratio shows how easily a company can pay interest on its outstanding debt from its operating earnings. Sun TV Network Ltd's interest coverage ratio is 139.50.
Dividend Per Share (DPS): DPS shows the total dividend paid per share in the latest financial year. Sun TV Network Ltd's DPS is ₹12.42.
Earnings Per Share (EPS): EPS shows how much profit is allocated to each outstanding share. Sun TV Network Ltd's EPS is -15.46.
(Source line: "Ratios as of 25 Aug 2026, based on last traded price of ₹468.90. Data sourced from BSE/NSE Exchange Filings & Public Terminal Data.")
Founded: 1993
Headquarters: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Core Offerings: Television Broadcasting, Radio Broadcasting, Film Production & Distribution, OTT Platform (Sun NXT), IPL Cricket Franchise
Stock Listing: NSE (SUNTV), BSE (532733)
Promoter: Kalanithi Maran Family / Sun Group
Founded in 1993 by Kalanithi Maran as Sun TV Private Ltd, launching its flagship Tamil channel, Sun TV. The company rapidly expanded its television footprint across various South Indian languages (Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam). Diversified into radio broadcasting (Suryan FM, Red FM), film production (Sun Pictures), and DTH services (Sun Direct). In 2011, it acquired the IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad. The launch of its OTT platform, Sun NXT, in 2017 further solidified its digital presence, making it a comprehensive media and entertainment powerhouse in South India.
| Segment Name | Revenue % | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|
| Television Broadcasting | 89% | 66.3% PBIT margin (FY23) |
| IPL Cricket Franchise | 10% | 40.3% PBIT margin (FY23) |
| Movie Production & Distribution | 1% | 4.8% PBIT margin (FY23) |
Television Broadcasting: Operates a vast bouquet of satellite television channels in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages, reaching a wide audience in South India. Revenue generated through advertising and subscription fees.
IPL Cricket Franchise: Owns and operates the Sunrisers Hyderabad team in the Indian Premier League (IPL), generating revenue from sponsorships, media rights, and other related activities.
Movie Production & Distribution: Produces and distributes feature films through its 'Sun Pictures' division, catering primarily to the South Indian film industry.
Other Activities: Includes radio broadcasting through 'Kal Radio Ltd' (Suryan FM, Red FM) and digital content via its OTT platform 'Sun NXT', offering movies, TV shows, and live TV.
Kalanithi Maran: Chairman & Managing Director. A pioneer in South Indian satellite television, he has over three decades of experience in the media industry. Kavery Kalanithi: Whole-time Director. With over 25 years of experience, she plays a crucial role in the company's strategic growth and operational management.
Sun Direct TV Private Ltd (operates DTH services)
Kal Radio Ltd (operates FM radio channels)
Sun Pictures (film production and distribution)
No major recent corporate actions on record (e.g., bonus/rights issue, significant M&A). The company regularly declares dividends.
The Sun TV Network Ltd share price today is ₹468.90 on NSE (SUNTV), as of 26 Aug 2026.
As of 25 Aug 2026, Sun TV Network Ltd share price is ₹468.90, with previous close ₹468.90. Today's range is ₹468.90 to ₹468.90. The 52-week range is ₹468.90 to ₹468.90.
As of today, Sun TV Network Ltd's market cap is ₹18,094.85 crore (Mid Cap).
Sun TV Network Ltd's current P/E ratio is 13.26, compared to the MEDIA sector average of 32.
Sun TV Network Ltd's current P/B ratio is 1.46.
Sun TV Network Ltd's current dividend yield is 2.65%. Last dividend of ₹3.00 per share was declared on 17-Aug-2023.
Sun TV Network Ltd's EPS (TTM) is ₹-15.46.
Sun TV Network Ltd. is a prominent Indian media conglomerate primarily engaged in broadcasting television channels in multiple South Indian languages. It holds a leading market position in the South Indian television and radio segments, producing and distributing a wide array of entertainment content across TV, radio, and digital platforms, including OTT, and also owns an IPL cricket franchise.
Sun TV Network Ltd is promoted by Kalanithi Maran Family / Sun Group, holding 75% as of 25 Aug 2026.
Sun TV Network Ltd is listed on NSE (SUNTV) and BSE (532733). Its next quarterly results are expected on August 2024 (Q1 FY25).