A+E Networks, also known as A&E Networks, is a privately owned American multinational broadcasting company founded in 1984. It's a 50/50 joint venture between Hearst Communications and The Walt Disney Company (via its General Entertainment Content division). Employing approximately 2300 people, the company's headquarters are in the US. A+E Networks owns and operates several television brands focused on non-fiction and entertainment programming, such as A&E, History, and Lifetime, along with related channels. It also has international subsidiaries, including Hearst Networks EMEA, and holds interests in or licenses other international ventures. The company reported revenues exceeding $1 billion in 2020.
A+E Networks announced a rebranding to A+E Global Media, and a renaming of its ad sales division to A+E Media Solutions on an unspecified date. This rebranding signals an aim to expand beyond cable TV, ahead of an annual upfront presentation to advertisers on Wednesday. Separately, A+E Networks President-Chairman Paul Buccieri also announced the rebranding to A+E Global Media during a virtual upfront presentation to advertisers on an unspecified date. In 2024, a tough advertising market and cord-cutting significantly impacted A+E Networks, according to Steve Swartz. Hearst, which is mentioned in relation to A+E Networks' financial performance, reported $13 billion in revenue for 2024, partially attributed to political advertising. The impact of generative AI on Hearst's productivity was also noted.
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A+E Networks offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. A+E Networks's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio.
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A+E Networks's revenues were over $1B in 2020. All the revenue comes from linear (thematic channel groups).
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