Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) Gross Profit: ₹16,392 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


NSE:NETWORK18 Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd NSE:NETWORK18
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What is Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit?

Network 18 Media & Investments NSE:NETWORK18 +1.37% 34 Gross Profit is ₹16,392 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:NETWORK18 with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹14.65 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Network 18 Media & Investments's gross profit for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹4,575 Mil. Network 18 Media & Investments's gross profit for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹16,392 Mil.

Gross Margin % is calculated as gross profit divided by its revenue. Network 18 Media & Investments's gross profit for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹4,575 Mil. Network 18 Media & Investments's Revenue for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹6,158 Mil. Therefore, Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 74.29%.

Network 18 Media & Investments had a gross margin of 74.29% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Durable competitive advantage

During the past 13 years, the highest Gross Margin % of Network 18 Media & Investments was 80.19%. The lowest was 30.46%. And the median was 56.43%.

Warning Sign:

Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd gross margin has been in long-term decline. The average rate of decline per year is -1.6%.


Network 18 Media & Investments  (NSE:NETWORK18) Gross Profit Explanation

Warren Buffett believes that firms with excellent long term economics tend to have consistently higher margins.

Durable competitive advantage creates a high Gross Margin % because of the freedom to price in excess of cost. Companies can be categorized by their Gross Margin %

1. Greater than 40% = Durable competitive advantage
2. Less than 40% = Competition eroding margins
3. Less than 20% = no sustainable competitive advantage
Consistency of Gross Margin is key

Network 18 Media & Investments had a gross margin of 74.29% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Durable competitive advantage


Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit Related Terms


Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit Chart

Network 18 Media & Investments Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Gross Profit
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 33,887.30 30,001.50 27,959.90 26,949.10 16,391.80

Network 18 Media & Investments Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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NSE:NETWORK18 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: Gross Profit Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit, along with its competitors' market caps and Gross Profit data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit falls into.


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Network 18 Media & Investments Gross Profit Calculation

Gross Profit is the different between the sale prices and the cost of buying or producing the goods.

Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Gross Profit (A: Mar. 2026 )=Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold
=21208.2 - 4816.4
=16,392

Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Profit for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Gross Profit (Q: Mar. 2026 )=Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold
=6157.8 - 1583.1
=4,575

Gross Profit for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₹16,392 Mil.

Gross Profit is the numerator in the calculation of Gross Margin.

Network 18 Media & Investments's Gross Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Gross Margin % (Q: Mar. 2026 )=Gross Profit (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=(Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold) / Revenue
=4,575 / 6157.8
=74.29 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

A positive Gross Profit is only the first step for a company to make a net profit. The gross profit needs to be big enough to also cover related labor, equipment, rental, marketing/advertising, research and development and a lot of other costs in selling the products.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Gross Profit →
What does a Gross Profit of ₹16,392 Mil mean?
Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) has a Gross Profit of ₹16,392 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Gross Profit equals net sales less total cost of goods sold. View historical data on Network 18 Media & Investments and its competitors.
Is Network 18 Media & Investments' Gross Profit too high?
Network 18 Media & Investments' current Gross Profit is ₹16,392 Mil. Overall, Network 18 Media & Investments has a GF Score™ of 34/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Network 18 Media & Investments' Gross Profit compare to NFLX and DIS?
Network 18 Media & Investments' Gross Profit of ₹16,392 Mil can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Gross Profit for a Media - Diversified company?
A good Gross Profit depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, Gross Profit should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Gross Profit mean?
A high Gross Profit can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Gross Profit equals net sales less total cost of goods sold. View historical data on Network 18 Media & Investments and its competitors. Network 18 Media & Investments's current Gross Profit is ₹16,392 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Network 18 Media & Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹14.65, compared to a current price of ₹31.17 — trading 112.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Gross Profit is ₹16,392 Mil. Network 18 Media & Investments' overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Gross Profit calculated?
Gross Profit is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18), the current Gross Profit is ₹16,392 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Network 18 Media & Investments stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹31.17 is trading 112.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹14.65. GuruFocus considers Network 18 Media & Investments to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:NETWORK18:

  • Gross Profit: ₹16,392 Mil
  • GF Value™: ₹14.65 vs. price of ₹31.17 (112.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 34/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:NETWORK18 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Network 18 Media & Investments Business Description

Other Exchanges 532798:India
Address 414, Senapati Bapat Marg, First Floor, Empire Complex, Lower Parel, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400013
Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd is a media and entertainment conglomerate. The company is engaged in activities spanning broadcasting, digital content, print, and allied businesses. It owns and operates a portfolio of television entertainment channels, sports channels, new channels, and digital platforms through brands like CNBC-TV18, News18 India, JioCinema, Colors, MTV, Moneycontrol, Firstpost, and Nickelodeon, among others. It also has a presence in the film production and movie distribution business through its studio, Viacom 18 Motion Pictures. The company operates in a single segment which is Media Operations. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Advertisement, Subscription Revenue, and Program Syndication.
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