D. B. Corp (DBCORP) Investor presentation summary

Market presence and reach

• Operates across 12 states with 61 editions in 3 languages, covering 48% of India's landscape and 47% of the urban population.

• Holds dominant or leading positions in key states like Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.

• Digital footprint includes 4 portals, 3 apps, and the #1 news publisher app in India by monthly active users.

• Radio business (MY FM) spans 7 states, 30 stations, and reaches over 1,100 towns and villages.

• Readership has grown from 3.2 million in 1996 to 66.3 million in 2024.

Financial performance

• Achieved highest-ever revenue of ₹24,821 million in FY24, up 14% YoY.

• EBITDA reached ₹7,033 million (up 95%), and PAT was ₹4,255 million (up 152%) in FY24.

• Advertising income grew 24.6% YoY, and total income rose 17.8% YoY in FY24.

• Maintains a strong balance sheet with zero debt and robust cash reserves.

• Return on capital employed increased to 25% and return on net worth to 19% in FY24.

Industry positioning and growth

• Outperformed the print media industry in both ad revenue and circulation growth.

• Print segment remains the most trusted news source, especially among both younger and older audiences.

• Print segment revenue projected to grow from ₹271 billion in 2024 to ₹288 billion by 2026.

• Radio business revenue grew 33% YoY, with EBITDA up 71% in FY24.

• Editorial philosophy emphasizes impartiality, truth, and social responsibility.