TF1

https://www.groupe-tf1.fr
https://www.linkedin.com/company/groupetf1/

TF1 is a publicly owned media company headquartered in France, owned by Bouygues Group, with subsidiaries including Studio TF1, TF1 PUB, and TFOU Max. Founded in 1987, it employs approximately 3890 individuals, and the company reported $2.6B in revenue as of 2025, functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in broadcast television and radio, with business activities divided into Media and Production segments. The Media division operates a portfolio of television channels, including the free-to-air channel TF1, along with TMC, TFX, TF1 Séries Films, and the 24-hour news channel LCI. This segment also includes the company's streaming platform, TF1+, which provides on-demand content and live feeds. The Production segment, operating as Studio TF1, comprises over 50 production companies and labels that develop and distribute programming, including series, films, and documentaries, for its own platforms and for third-party broadcasters.

2025 Revenue

Founded

1987

Headcount

5,142

Headquarters

France

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

Publicly Owned

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News Summary:

On August 5, 2026, French media company TF1 Group was reportedly considering the sale of its production and distribution arm, Studio TF1, a deal potentially valued at up to €400 million ($461 million). TF1 appointed financial advisory group Rothschild to oversee the potential sale, aligning with its strategic refocus on streaming and digital distribution under CEO Rodolphe Belmer. Previously, on August 3, reports indicated TF1 had quietly put Studio TF1, formerly known as Newen Studios, on the market, having hired Rothschild to manage an early-stage sale process. The move aims to fund a larger push into its TF1+ streaming platform, with Belmer, who joined in 2023, prioritizing this streaming expansion.

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TF1 offers 4 products in the media and telecoms services industry. TF1's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio, content rights and media and TV services.

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TF1's revenues were $2.6B in 2025. Caretta Research has split TF1's revenue into 3 different product categories, the largest of which is linear (national channel groups), which represents 95% of TF1's revenue.

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Aug

5th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Mergers and Acquisitions

France’s TF1 eyes $461m sale of production and distribution division Studio TF1

French media giant TF1 Group is considering putting its production and distribution arm Studio TF1 on the block in a deal that could be worth up to €400m (US$461m). According to Reuters, TF1 has appointed financial advisory group Rothschild to oversee any potential sale.

C21Media

Aug

5th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Asset and Stake Acquisitions

TF1 explores potential sale of Studio TF1 as broadcaster sharpens streaming focus

05/08/2026 - The French broadcaster is reportedly considering the disposal of its production and distribution subsidiary as it continues to prioritise streaming under CEO Rodolphe Belmer French broadcaster TF1 is reportedly exploring the sale of its production and distribution subsidiary Studio TF1, according to an exclusive report by Reuters, as the company continues to refocus its long-term strategy around streaming and digital distribution.

Cineuropa

Aug

5th

2026

06:30

Divestiture, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, Divestitures

French broadcaster TF1 weighs sale of production arm Studio TF1

French broadcaster TF1 is weighing a sale of its production and distribution arm Studio TF1, formerly known as Newen Studios, as it seeks to focus more on its streaming business, two sources with knowledge of the matter said.

Broadcast & CableSat

Aug

3rd

2026

15:58

Divestiture, Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Divestitures, Partnerships

France’s TF1 Explores Sale of Production-Distribution Group Studio TF1 as Broadcaster Doubles Down on Streaming

Just a year and a half after rebranding its production-distribution group into Studio TF1, France’s leading commercial network TF1 has quietly put it on the market, Variety has confirmed. The broadcasting group, which is presided over by former Netflix board member Rodolphe Belmer since 2023, has hired Rothschild to oversee an early-stage sale process, according to a Reuters which was first to report the news.

Variety

Aug

3rd

2026

08:44

Divestiture, B2B Tag, Divestitures

TF1 Considers Selling Studio TF1 To Fund Streaming Push

What's going on here? TF1 is considering selling Studio TF1 – its production and distribution arm – to help fund a bigger push into TF1+, its streaming platform, Reuters reported. What does this mean? Reuters said TF1, a major French broadcaster, has brought in Rothschild, an investment bank, to explore an early-stage sale that one source put at about €400 million.

Finimize

Jul

30th

2026

12:16

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Changes to TF1 Group’s Financial Communication

30/07/2026 COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE Changes to Financial Communication Effective from the publication of first-quarter 2027 results, the TF1 group will adjust its financial communication for the first quarter (Q1) and third quarter (Q3) of each financial year.

Finanzwire

Jul

30th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag

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Groupe-Tf1

Jul

28th

2026

02:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

France's Leading TV News Features Gorgy Time, the French Specialist in Time Synchronization Solutions

France's leading television news programme, TF1's 1 p.m. News, recently featured Gorgy Time in a dedicated report. More than a showcase of our company, it is a remarkable recognition of the expertise, innovation and commitment that have driven Gorgy Time for more than 50 years.

Gorgy Timing

Jul

27th

2026

10:50

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Partnerships

TF1+ drives digital growth as Netflix partnership drives streaming audiences

TF1 reported continued growth for its streaming platform TF1+ during the first half of 2026, with digital advertising helping to offset a difficult advertising market for its traditional television business. TF1+ attracted an average of 42 million monthly streamers during the first six months of the year, rising to 44 million in June.

Broadband TV News

Jul

27th

2026

06:30

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Target Customer Expansion, Financial Performance

TF1 H1 revenue down 9.9%; record audiences for TF1+

July 27, 2026 TF1 group, the French media company, has reported consolidated revenue totalled €993 million in the first half of 2026, down 9.9 per cent year on year and down 6.4 per cent like-for-like and at constant exchange rates.

Advanced Television

Jul

24th

2026

23:36

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Earnings call transcript: TF1 H1 2026 profit beats expectations as digital growth accelerates By Investing.com

{ "summary": "TF1's first-half profit came in above expectations as the French broadcaster leaned on digital growth and cost discipline to offset a weaker advertising market. Revenue fell 6% on a like-for-like and constant-currency basis to EUR 993 million in H1 2026, but current operating profit from activities rose to EUR 77 million, a 7.8% margin, which management said was ahead of market expectations. The stock was up 0.9% in live trading at $6.76, compared with a previous close of $6.70, leaving it near the bottom of its 52-week range." }

Investing.com

Jul

24th

2026

21:40

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

TF1 SA (TVFCF) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

{ "summary": "TF1 SA's Q2 2026 earnings call highlights the company's maintained leadership in linear audience and advertising market share, despite a competitive environment. The group's digital growth and profitability are in line with full-year targets, and the level of COPA is above expectations. The company maintains a solid financial position, allowing flexibility to execute its strategy. Management reiterates 2026 targets, citing a volatile environment with limited visibility." }

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TF1 currently holds 27 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including soccer | association football, motorsports, handball, rugby union and basketball.

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