RCS MediaGroup S.p.A
RCS MediaGroup S.p.A. provides multimedia publishing services in Italy, Spain, and internationally. The company publishes national and sport dailies under the Corriere della Sera and La Gazzetta dello Sport names; local editions, and weekly and monthly magazines under the Amica, Dove, Oggi, Sette, Sport Week, Papel, Marca Motor, Metropoli, Actualidad Economica, and Abitare names; newspapers under… Read more
RCS MediaGroup S.p.A (RZSMF) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: $439.20 Million USD
Based on the latest financial reports, RCS MediaGroup S.p.A (RZSMF) has net assets worth $439.20 Million USD as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($915.80 Million) and total liabilities ($476.60 Million). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $439.20 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 47.96% |
| Annual Growth Rate | -3.73% |
| 5-Year Change | 42.43% |
| 10-Year Change | 321.86% |
| Growth Volatility | 36.1 |
RCS MediaGroup S.p.A - Net Assets Trend (2002–2024)
This chart illustrates how RCS MediaGroup S.p.A's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for RCS MediaGroup S.p.A (2002–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of RCS MediaGroup S.p.A from 2002 to 2024.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | $443.80 Million | +6.35% |
| 2023-12-31 | $417.30 Million | +6.35% |
| 2022-12-31 | $392.40 Million | +6.03% |
| 2021-12-31 | $370.10 Million | +18.77% |
| 2020-12-31 | $311.60 Million | +11.05% |
| 2019-12-31 | $280.60 Million | +10.26% |
| 2018-12-31 | $254.50 Million | +48.40% |
| 2017-12-31 | $171.50 Million | +70.82% |
| 2016-12-31 | $100.40 Million | -4.56% |
| 2015-12-31 | $105.20 Million | -61.47% |
| 2014-12-31 | $273.00 Million | -22.18% |
| 2013-12-31 | $350.80 Million | +95.98% |
| 2012-12-31 | $179.00 Million | -74.53% |
| 2011-12-31 | $702.70 Million | -34.17% |
| 2010-12-31 | $1.07 Billion | -1.50% |
| 2009-12-31 | $1.08 Billion | -10.95% |
| 2008-12-31 | $1.22 Billion | -12.34% |
| 2007-12-31 | $1.39 Billion | +11.94% |
| 2006-12-31 | $1.24 Billion | +16.76% |
| 2005-12-31 | $1.06 Billion | +3.19% |
| 2004-12-31 | $1.03 Billion | -2.57% |
| 2003-12-31 | $1.06 Billion | +3.09% |
| 2002-12-31 | $1.02 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to RCS MediaGroup S.p.A's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 34220000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $342.20 Million | 77.53% |
| Common Stock | $270.00 Million | 61.17% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-144.30 Million | -32.69% |
| Total Equity | $441.40 Million | 100.00% |
RCS MediaGroup S.p.A Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of RCS MediaGroup S.p.A ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Zhejiang Tony Electronic Co Ltd
SHG:603595
|
$225.68 Million |
|
Jee Technology Co. Ltd. A
SHG:688162
|
$225.68 Million |
|
Hunan Sundy Science and Technology Co Ltd
SHE:300515
|
$225.79 Million |
|
Aoyuan Beauty Valley Technology Co Ltd
SHE:000615
|
$225.85 Million |
|
Zhongzhong Science & Technology (Tianjin) Co. Ltd. A
SHG:603135
|
$225.59 Million |
|
Shandong Longertek Technology Co Ltd
SHE:300594
|
$225.55 Million |
|
Jiusheng Electric Co. LTD
SHE:301082
|
$225.53 Million |
|
National CineMedia Inc
NASDAQ:NCMI
|
$225.48 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in RCS MediaGroup S.p.A's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 414,900,000 to 441,400,000, a change of 26,500,000 (6.4%).
- Net income of 62,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 36,200,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 600,001.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $62.00 Million | +14.05% |
| Dividends Paid | $36.20 Million | -8.2% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $600.00K | +0.14% |
| Other Changes | $100.00K | +0.02% |
| Total Change | $- | 6.39% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares RCS MediaGroup S.p.A's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.41x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has increased from 0.25x to 1.41x over the analyzed period, suggesting growing market confidence.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-12-31 | $4.76 | $1.20 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | $4.90 | $1.20 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | $4.78 | $1.20 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | $4.76 | $1.20 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | $5.45 | $1.20 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | $5.79 | $1.20 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | $5.29 | $1.20 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | $4.65 | $1.20 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | $4.63 | $1.20 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | $3.04 | $1.20 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | $0.65 | $1.20 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | $1.31 | $1.20 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | $0.56 | $1.20 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | $0.19 | $1.20 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | $0.19 | $1.20 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | $0.33 | $1.20 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | $0.49 | $1.20 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | $0.54 | $1.20 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | $0.60 | $1.20 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | $0.71 | $1.20 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | $0.75 | $1.20 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | $0.80 | $1.20 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | $0.85 | $1.20 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently RCS MediaGroup S.p.A utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 14.05%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 7.57%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.77x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.40x
- Recent ROE (14.05%) is above the historical average (-20.81%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | -13.82% | -6.41% | 0.88x | 2.46x | $-244.07 Million |
| 2003 | 4.36% | 2.05% | 0.90x | 2.35x | $-59.54 Million |
| 2004 | 9.97% | 4.66% | 0.90x | 2.36x | $-330.00K |
| 2005 | 21.99% | 10.01% | 0.87x | 2.53x | $119.57 Million |
| 2006 | 18.81% | 9.22% | 0.89x | 2.29x | $102.81 Million |
| 2007 | 17.05% | 8.05% | 0.70x | 3.01x | $91.09 Million |
| 2008 | 3.38% | 1.43% | 0.72x | 3.31x | $-74.99 Million |
| 2009 | -12.42% | -5.60% | 0.64x | 3.48x | $-222.96 Million |
| 2010 | 0.24% | 0.11% | 0.67x | 3.41x | $-96.72 Million |
| 2011 | -51.55% | -16.13% | 0.72x | 4.41x | $-399.51 Million |
| 2012 | -367.99% | -31.88% | 0.82x | 14.07x | $-523.14 Million |
| 2013 | -65.85% | -16.62% | 0.81x | 4.88x | $-251.68 Million |
| 2014 | -41.28% | -8.66% | 0.84x | 5.66x | $-137.64 Million |
| 2015 | -175.70% | -17.02% | 0.75x | 13.68x | $-185.70 Million |
| 2016 | 3.65% | 0.36% | 0.94x | 10.76x | $-6.10 Million |
| 2017 | 41.77% | 7.94% | 0.94x | 5.60x | $54.08 Million |
| 2018 | 33.65% | 8.73% | 1.11x | 3.48x | $59.88 Million |
| 2019 | 24.52% | 7.42% | 0.89x | 3.73x | $40.56 Million |
| 2020 | 10.22% | 4.23% | 0.75x | 3.21x | $670.00K |
| 2021 | 19.68% | 8.56% | 0.81x | 2.85x | $35.61 Million |
| 2022 | 12.84% | 5.93% | 0.81x | 2.68x | $11.09 Million |
| 2023 | 13.74% | 6.88% | 0.82x | 2.42x | $15.51 Million |
| 2024 | 14.05% | 7.57% | 0.77x | 2.40x | $17.86 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares RCS MediaGroup S.p.A's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Publishing industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Publishing
- Average net assets among peers: $77,491,127
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -10.75%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCS MediaGroup S.p.A (RZSMF) | $439.20 Million | -13.82% | 1.09x | $225.59 Million |
| COMTEX News Network Inc (CMTX) | $1.11 Million | -9.63% | 1.06x | $53.99K |
| Dallasnews Corp (DALN) | $12.36 Million | -79.16% | 4.85x | $64.35 Million |
| Digitiliti Inc (DIGI) | $-3.26 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $0.95 |
| The Detroit Legal News Company (DTRL) | $13.13 Million | 29.84% | 0.39x | $2.95 Million |
| Educational Development Corporation (EDUC) | $12.58 Million | 2.84% | 0.33x | $8.68 Million |
| Fame Productions Inc (FMPR) | $-616.17K | 0.00% | 0.00x | $489.02 |
| FP Newspapers Inc (FPNUF) | $52.21 Million | 8.52% | 0.01x | $1.85 Million |
| Future plc (FRNWF) | $195.57 Million | -31.07% | 0.78x | $707.50 Million |
| Gannett Co Inc (GCI) | $295.37 Million | -26.41% | 7.10x | $199.39 Million |
| Glacier Media Inc (GLMFF) | $196.46 Million | -2.48% | 0.38x | $4.43 Million |