MediaForEurope Strengthens Position as a Pan-European Broadcaster
MediaForEurope (MFE), the Italian-based media group controlled by the Berlusconi family, is rapidly consolidating its position as a major player in the European broadcasting landscape. Recent moves, including a significant stake in German broadcaster ProSiebenSat.1 and acquisitions in Spain and Portugal, signal MFE’s ambition to create a pan-European media powerhouse.
Strategic Stake in ProSiebenSat.1
As of September 4, 2025, MFE announced it had taken control of one of Germany’s largest private broadcasting groups, ProSiebenSat.1, holding a 75.61% stake in the share capital [MFE Website]. This acquisition is a key component of MFE’s strategy to build a unified European media group capable of competing with global streaming giants.
Expansion in Spain and Italy
MFE’s expansion isn’t limited to Germany. The company has a leading presence in the Italian and Spanish television markets, operating five general networks and over 30 free and pay theme channels [MFE Website]. Grupo Audiovisual Mediaset España Comunicación S.A.U. Is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of MFE-MEDIAFOREUROPE N.V. Following a cross-border merger [MFE Website]. Radiomediaset remains the leading radio center in Italy.
Digital and On-Demand Services
MFE is also investing heavily in digital and on-demand content, offering a wide range of original programming through streaming and dedicated apps. The company boasts over 100 million social media followers [MFE Website], demonstrating its reach and engagement with audiences. Hundreds of original Mediaset productions are created annually, encompassing entertainment, news, sports, fiction, movies, and documentaries.
Recent Corporate Restructuring
In recent years, MFE has undergone corporate restructuring. RTI S.p.A., an Italian media company, is a subsidiary of Mediaset (MFE – MediaForEurope) [Wikipedia – RTI]. Previously, RTI managed Mediaset Premium channels until their discontinuation in January 2022 [Wikipedia – RTI]. In November 2020, MFE divested its 100% stake in MediaShopping to Ortigia Investimenti and Luxury Immobiliare [Wikipedia – RTI].
Further Acquisitions: Impresa in Portugal
MFE-MediaForEurope is currently in exclusive talks to acquire a significant stake in the Portuguese media group Impresa [Reuters], further extending its geographic reach.
Financial Highlights
RTI reported a turnover of 1.455 billion euros in 2022 and a net profit of 61.5 million euros [Wikipedia – RTI]. As of 2024, RTI employed 3519 people [Wikipedia – RTI]. MFE’s financial calendar includes an Interim Financial Report at 30 September 2025 [MFE Website].