The Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) is a state-owned public broadcaster in South Korea. Founded in 1927, it is the oldest and largest broadcasting company in the country. KBS provides terrestrial, cable, and satellite television and radio services. It has over 1,400 employees and generated over $1 billion in revenue in 2023. Headquartered in South Korea, KBS offers a wide range of programming, including news, sports, entertainment, and educational content.

2023 Revenue

Founded

1927

Headcount

1,394

Headquarters

South Korea

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

State Owned

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Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) offers 3 products in the media and telecoms services industry. Korean Broadcasting System (KBS)'s product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio and streaming services.
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Korean Broadcasting System (KBS)'s revenues were over $1B in 2023. Caretta Research has split Korean Broadcasting System (KBS)'s revenue into 3 different product categories, the largest of which is linear (thematic channel groups). For full access to Korean Broadcasting System (KBS)'s revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) currently holds 11 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including beach soccer, soccer | association football, futsal, athletics, multi-sport and baseball.

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