Core Insights - TF1 Group reported half-year revenue of €1.1 billion ($1.3 billion), with a rise in operating profit to €119 million, despite dips in its media arm offset by growth in its studios division [1] Group Performance - Studio TF1, previously Newen Group, generated €128 million in consolidated revenue, with a 6.4% year-on-year increase, driven by a €11 million contribution from Johnson Production Group [2] - Operating profit from Studio TF1 was €6 million, up €2 million year-on-year, despite initial setup costs [3] Media Division - The media division's revenue decreased slightly by 0.9% to €975 million, with advertising revenue at €782 million, attributed to stable first-quarter performance followed by macroeconomic uncertainties [4] - Programming costs were reduced by €8 million to €451 million, while operating profit from the media unit remained stable at €125 million [5] Future Outlook - TF1 plans to introduce a micro-payments tool for its streaming service TF1+ in September, aiming to position itself as a premium alternative to YouTube and expand into 21 African countries [5] - The company anticipates the start of its Netflix partnership in summer 2026, which is expected to enhance audience reach and advertising opportunities [6] Strategic Moves - TF1 is in discussions to sell its stake in e-commerce group My Little Paris and is set to transfer control of its live events and music business Play Two to Believe, which is moving towards 100% ownership [7]