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Berlusconis' TV group MFE among bidders for Poland's TVN, sources say

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Posted on January 29, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) - MFE-MediaForEurope, the broadcaster controlled by Italy's Berlusconi family, has made a non-binding bid for Polish broadcaster TVN, two sources with knowledge of the matter told

MFE Bids for TVN's Free-to-Air Business in Poland

LONDON (Reuters) - MFE-MediaForEurope, the broadcaster controlled by Italy's Berlusconi family, has made a non-binding bid for Polish broadcaster TVN, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Wednesday.

MFE's preliminary offer targets only TVN's free-to-air business, the sources said, with one adding that it generates earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of about 500 million zlotys (118.7 million euros).

MFE declined to comment.

TVN, which is owned by Warner Bros Discovery Inc, has attracted bids also from Polish businessman Michal Solowow and media group WP Holding. (1 euro = 4.2134 zlotys)

(Reporting by Amy-Jo Crowley in London and Elvira Pollina in Milan; Editing by Valentina Za)

Key Takeaways

  • MFE-MediaForEurope has made a non-binding bid for TVN.
  • The bid targets TVN's free-to-air business.
  • TVN's EBITDA is approximately 500 million zlotys.
  • Other bidders include Michal Solowow and WP Holding.
  • TVN is owned by Warner Bros Discovery Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is MFE-MediaForEurope's bid for Polish broadcaster TVN's free-to-air business.
Who owns TVN?
TVN is owned by Warner Bros Discovery Inc.
Who are the other bidders for TVN?
Other bidders include Polish businessman Michal Solowow and media group WP Holding.

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