Grupo Televisa(US:TV)2025-10-24 16:00Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Grupo Televisa's consolidated operating segment income margin expanded by 100 basis points year on year to 38.2%, driven by a year-on-year OpEx reduction of around 7% [4] - The leverage ratio improved to 2.1 times EBITDA from 2.5 times at the end of the previous year, primarily due to free cash flow generation [6] - Televisa Univision's third quarter revenue declined by 3% year on year to $1,300,000,000, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 9% to $460,000,000 [16][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Internet subscriber base in Cable grew in the first nine months of the year compared to 2024, with a monthly churn rate below 2% for two consecutive quarters [4][10] - Cable's net revenue from residential operations was MXN 10,600,000,000, a decrease of only 0.7% year on year, marking the best quarter in two years [12] - Televisa Univision's consolidated advertising revenue decreased by 6% year on year, with a notable 11% decline in the U.S. [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Engagement and growth for VIX remained solid, with a high single-digit increase in MAUs driven by events like the Gold Cup semifinals [6] - In Mexico, advertising revenue increased by 3% year on year, primarily due to private and public sector ad sales [19] - The leverage and debt profile of Televisa Univision improved to 5.5 times EBITDA from 5.9 times in 2024, driven by growth [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on attracting and retaining value customers in Cable, aiming for higher-end clients rather than volume [43] - Deleveraging remains a core strategic priority for Televisa Univision, with management committed to strengthening the capital structure [8] - The integration between EASI and Sky is expected to yield further synergies and operational efficiencies [4][6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ongoing integration and operational optimization at Televisa Univision, which is expected to create greater shareholder value [20] - The company acknowledges the rational nature of the competitive landscape in Mexico, with price increases being implemented across the industry [47][48] - Management highlighted the importance of local news and programming, exploring the inclusion of such content in their streaming platform [31] Other Important Information - The company generated around ARS 4,200,000,000 in free cash flow, allowing for the prepayment of a bank loan due in 2026 [5] - CapEx deployment for 2025 is budgeted at $600,000,000, with a reasonable CapEx to sales ratio of less than 20% [4][5] Q&A Session Summary Question: CapEx outlook for 2026 and insurance claim related to Hurricane Otis - Management provided guidance of around $600,000,000 for CapEx in 2025 and confirmed that the insurance claim related to Hurricane Otis is the last portion of that claim [22][24] Question: Local programming and advertising investments - Management acknowledged the importance of local news and is exploring its inclusion in the streaming platform, while also highlighting successful media for equity deals with startups [31][32] Question: Competition dynamics in the cable market - Management noted that the market is close to full penetration and emphasized a strategy focused on higher-end clients to maintain ARPU growth [43][44] Question: Sustainability of margins for Cable and Sky - Management indicated ongoing efforts to improve margins through technology and operational efficiencies, with confidence in sustaining high margins in the industry [62][63]