Updated Mar 17, 2026 by Modern Times Group
MTG achieved a significant financial turnaround in 2010, with net sales rising 12% to SEK 13.1 bn and operating income increasing 27% to SEK 2.36 bn.
The company strengthened its balance sheet by reducing net debt to approximately SEK 2 bn, representing less than one times EBITDA, while generating a free-cash-flow surplus of SEK 1 bn.
Shareholder returns were prioritized through a 10% dividend increase to SEK 5.50 per share and a proposed 36% dividend hike for 2011, supported by a 10% share-buy-back mandate.
Strategic growth was driven by investments in Premier League rights, HD/3D and OTT services, alongside the expansion of satellite platforms in Eastern Europe.
The spin-off of CDON resulted in a SEK 1.7 bn non-cash gain, contributing to the group's transition from a 2009 loss-making position to sustained profitability.
Governance was restructured to include an eight-member board with four independent directors and a Nomination Committee representing over 50% of voting rights.
Risk management focused on managing SEK 2.2 bn in credit exposure and utilizing twelve-month forward contracts for comprehensive foreign exchange hedging.
MTG achieved a significant financial turnaround in 2010, with net sales rising 12% to SEK 13.1 bn and operating income increasing 27% to SEK 2.36 bn.
The company strengthened its balance sheet by reducing net debt to approximately SEK 2 bn, representing less than one times EBITDA, while generating a free-cash-flow surplus of SEK 1 bn.
Shareholder returns were prioritized through a 10% dividend increase to SEK 5.50 per share and a proposed 36% dividend hike for 2011, supported by a 10% share-buy-back mandate.
Strategic growth was driven by investments in Premier League rights, HD/3D and OTT services, alongside the expansion of satellite platforms in Eastern Europe.
The spin-off of CDON resulted in a SEK 1.7 bn non-cash gain, contributing to the group's transition from a 2009 loss-making position to sustained profitability.
Governance was restructured to include an eight-member board with four independent directors and a Nomination Committee representing over 50% of voting rights.
Risk management focused on managing SEK 2.2 bn in credit exposure and utilizing twelve-month forward contracts for comprehensive foreign exchange hedging.