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PPF more than doubles its first half net profit as main businesses grow

PPF Group reported a first half net profit of €834 million, more than double the previous year, driven by growth in its main businesses.

PPF Group’s investment company Arvum receives CNB license

PPF Group a.s. announced that its investment company Arvum has received a license from the Czech National Bank (CNB).

Jindřich Fremuth Appointed to the PPF Group Board of Directors

PPF Group a.s. announced on 31 August 2026 that Jindřich Fremuth has been appointed to the PPF Group Board of Directors.

RTL Series 'Disko 76' Now Coming to Sky and Wow

Following the Sky acquisition, RTL Deutschland continues to monetize its content across the expanded platform. The six-part series 'Disko 76', which originally premiered on RTL+ in spring 2024, will be available on Sky and Wow from November 1, 2026. It will also air linearly on Sky Atlantic in primetime starting November 17. Produced by UFA Fiction, the series initially had modest viewership on free-TV channels Nitro and RTL Up. Despite lukewarm reception, it is aimed at Sky subscribers who may have missed it. The move is part of RTL's strategy to leverage synergies within the Bertelsmann group, following the takeover of Sky.

• RTL Deutschland will make the series 'Disko 76' available on Sky and Wow starting November 1, 2026.
• The linear broadcast on Sky Atlantic is scheduled for November 17, 2026, in primetime.
• The six-part series 'Disko 76' premiered on RTL+ in spring 2024.

Peacock's Profitability Boosts NBCU Ahead of Comcast Spin-Off

Comcast's Q3 2026 earnings show its media division, soon to be spun off with NBCUniversal and Sky, generated $5.4 billion in revenue, up 13% year-over-year. Peacock delivered its second consecutive profitable quarter with $261 million in pre-tax income, a $478 million improvement from a $217 million loss last year. Peacock's paid subscribers grew 17% to 48 million, contributing to a 22.4% increase in domestic distribution revenue to $2.1 billion. Domestic advertising revenue for the media arm rose 14.6% to $1.8 billion, boosted by $224 million in incremental World Cup revenue from Telemundo. Comcast's total revenue was $29.3 billion, down 6.1% year-over-year, but up 0.5% excluding spin-off costs. The spin-off of NBCU and Sky is on track for mid-2026, with Christopher Halpin appointed as NBCU's CFO. Comcast remains focused on Peacock's growth, bundling with YouTube Premium, and leveraging live sports for advertising.

• Comcast's media division generated $5.4 billion in Q3 revenue, up 13% year-over-year.
• Peacock delivered its second consecutive profitable quarter with $261 million in pre-tax revenue, a $478 million year-over-year improvement.
• Peacock's paid subscribers increased 17% to 48 million in Q3 2026.

Comcast Plans Major Layoffs Ahead of NBCUniversal Spin-Off

Comcast has initiated a major layoff round across its cable, broadband, and wireless operations as part of a restructuring ahead of the planned spin-off of NBCUniversal and Sky. The initial wave cuts more than 1,000 positions, with 634 in Philadelphia, 159 in Washington state, 119 in New Jersey, and 82 in California. The reductions are part of an organizational redesign to enhance agility, simplify operations, and increase use of AI in customer service, with a related charge exceeding $1 billion expected in Q4 2026. Most separations begin December 31, 2026, with some extending into 2027. Comcast plans to create over 1,100 new positions and will attempt to place affected employees in available roles. The spin-off is targeted for mid-2027, creating a standalone connectivity-focused entity amid persistent customer losses.

• Comcast cuts more than 1,000 jobs across cable, broadband, and wireless operations.
• Breakdown: 634 in Philadelphia, 159 in Washington, 119 in New Jersey, 82 in California.
• Restructuring charge exceeding $1 billion expected in Q4 2026.