Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sinclair Broadcast Group

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Sinclair Broadcast Group, a publicly owned company founded in 1986 and headquartered in the US, is a television and radio broadcasting company. Employing approximately 11,500 people, Sinclair generated over $1 billion in revenue in 2024. Its operations include a multicast network, four radio stations, and a cable network, focusing on local news and sports programming. Sinclair distributes its content through various platforms, including over-the-air broadcasts, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital channels.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1986

Headcount

11,500

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

Publicly Owned

News Summary:

Sinclair Broadcast Group's local TV newsrooms across the United States contribute award-winning local storytelling to The National News Desk Weekend Edition, which also includes feeds from global sources. The company's significant presence in network broadcasting, including the Mid-Atlantic region, has been noted in discussions surrounding the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show following his September 15th monologue on Charlie Kirk.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group offers 108 products in the media and telecoms services and ad tech industries. Sinclair Broadcast Group's product portfolio comprises of data, targeting and identity, media and TV services and broadcast television and radio.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group's revenues were $3.5B in 2024. Caretta Research has split Sinclair Broadcast Group's revenue into 6 different product categories, the largest of which is linear (local broadcaster), which represents 34% of Sinclair Broadcast Group's revenue.

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Dec

9th

2025

03:01

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. 2022 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NASDAQ:SBGI) 2022-08-04

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. reported its 2022 Q2 financial results, with key highlights including revenue growth and improved operating performance. Management commentary emphasized the company's strategic initiatives and efforts to drive growth in the broadcast and digital media sectors. Looking ahead, Sinclair expressed confidence in its forward momentum, citing opportunities in emerging markets and continued investment in its digital infrastructure.

Dec

8th

2025

06:16

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (SBGI) CEO Christopher Ripley on Q2 2022 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (SBGI) reported its Q2 2022 results, with CEO Christopher Ripley highlighting key financial performance and management commentary. The company's revenue and net income showed a significant increase, driven by strong advertising demand and growth in its digital media segment. Management expressed optimism about the future, citing opportunities in emerging technologies and a continued focus on expanding its digital presence.

Dec

3rd

2025

18:30

Trouble accessing ABC6? Sinclair is working on it

Some television viewers in Southern New England have had trouble tuning into ABC6-WLNE recently. Verizon Fios users report they couldn't find the station Wednesday night, Dec. 3, or Thursday morning, Dec. 4, at its regular spot at Channel 506.

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Dec

2nd

2025

21:29

Management Changes, B2B Tag

WLUK and WCWF in Green Bay Announce Leadership Transition as VP/GM Jay Zollar Retires After 26 Years of Service

Todd Ziegler to Oversee Day-to-Day Operations Green Bay, WI – December 2, 2025 – Sinclair today announced that Vice President and General Manager Jay Zollar will retire on December 31, concluding a distinguished career serving the Green Bay–Appleton community and guiding WLUK and WCWF through decades of market-defining growth and innovation.

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Dec

2nd

2025

19:41

Broadcast station owners want to consolidate. They’re struggling to get deals done

The Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. headquarters are seen July 17, 2024 in Cockeysville, Maryland. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images The broadcast television industry knows it needs to consolidate. It’s just struggling with how to do it.

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Dec

2nd

2025

16:02

Here’s how Syracuse viewers without CBS cable access can still watch amid blackout

If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. Syracuse-area viewers expecting a smooth transition to CBS’ new home, WKOF (formerly WTVH), have instead spent the week troubleshooting blank screens, inaccurate channel guides and mysteriously missing listings.

Dec

1st

2025

22:03

Can’t watch CBS? Syracuse TV station disrupted by change in channel position

A Syracuse television station is being disrupted by a planned change in its call letters and channel position. CNY Central’s WTVH CBS 5 changed its call letters on Monday, Dec. 1, becoming WKOF CBS 5. The TV station the move would be “seamless” for viewers who watch via cable, satellite or streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, and DirecTV Stream.

Dec

1st

2025

18:30

Sports Rights Updates

Cost-Cutting Hits Marquee Sports Network, Raising Questions About the Chicago Cubs

Major changes are coming for Marquee Sports Network, per a report in the Chicago Sun-Times. The Regional Sports Network co-owned by the Chicago Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group is the TV and streaming home of the team’s games and associated content, and, going forward, it seems like things are scaling back considerably.

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Dec

1st

2025

07:31

Syracuse TV station makes big change: Why you may need to re-scan channels

A Syracuse television station has made a big change. CNY Central’s WTVH CBS 5 changed its call letters on Monday, Dec. 1, becoming WKOF CBS 5. The TV station remains a CBS affiliate, continue to broadcast the network’s sports and entertainment programming, along with local CBS 5 News.

Nov

29th

2025

18:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Trump Destroys Plans of TV Giants: Who Will Take Over American Airwaves?

[Translated] It seemed that the way to deregulate the media market was open for big American TV companies, but the situation has suddenly become complicated. Although the emitters believed that they would easily abolish ownership limits under the new administration, they have encountered an unexpected and powerful opponent within their own ranks.

Nov

29th

2025

11:31

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Trump Destroys TV Network Plans: Who Will Take Over American Airwaves?

[Translated] ['It seemed that the way to deregulate the media market was open for big American TV networks, but the situation has suddenly become complicated. Although broadcasters believed that they would easily abolish ownership limits under the new administration, they have encountered an unexpected and powerful opponent within their own ranks.

Nov

25th

2025

18:57

UPDATE: Sinclair Makes Unsolicited Bid to Buy Scripps

Sinclair Broadcast Group has officially submitted a bid to buy out E.W. Scripps entirely, just one week after Sinclair blindsided Scripps with signals of a hostile takeover. It all started on Nov. 17 when Sinclair, the conservative-leaning owner of 185 TV stations across the country, acquired an 8.2% stake in Scripps, declaring “a possible combination” of the companies in regulatory filings.

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Examples of Sinclair Broadcast Group's suppliers include Deloitte, Sportradar and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Sinclair Broadcast Group currently holds broadcasting rights for sports competitions including basketball.

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