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closed 1/23/2008 via BNC Analysis

Good Karma Broadcasting LLC, purchased WRRD (540 AM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Good Karma announced that it purchased WRRD-AM (540) from Salem Communications Corp., Camarillo, Calif., for an undisclosed amount.
buyer: Good Karma Broadcasting LLC
Good Karma Broadcasting is a company based in Beaver Dam that owns six radio stations in Wisconsin.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
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$3.61
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closed 5/16/2013 via PR Newswire

Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, acquired QX 104 FM

synopsis: The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Limited Partnership (Pattison) announced its acquisition of an FM radio station from Astral Media Inc. The station is called QX 104 (CFQX-FM), providing country music to Winnipeg, CA.
buyer parent:Jim Pattison Group
buyer: Jim Pattison Broadcast Group
The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, with its headquarters in Kamloops, B.C. is the industry's largest private, western-based broadcast group, currently operating 30 FM radio stations, as well as three conventional television stations, in British Columbia and Alberta.
target parent: Astral Media Inc.
target: QX 104 FM
CFQX-FM is a country music radio station in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The station currently operates out of studios in downtown Winnipeg, at 177 Lombard Avenue. It broadcasts at 104.1 on the FM dial.
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announced 12/14/2012 via PR Newswire

Newcap Radio, will acquire 103.5 The Eagle

synopsis: Newcap Radio has received approval from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission for the purchase of 70.1% of the shares of 103.5 The Eagle radio in Sydney, Nova Scotia. 103.5 The Eagle plays country music.
buyer parent:Newfoundland Capital Corp. Ltd.
buyer: Newcap Radio
Newcap Radio is one of Canada's leading radio broadcasters with 86 licences across Canada. The company reaches millions of listeners each week through a variety of formats and is a recognized industry leader in radio programming, sales and networking.
target: 103.5 The Eagle
CKCH-FM is a Canadian radio station broadcasting from Sydney, Nova Scotia on the FM dial at 103.5 MHz, identified on-air as 103.5 The Eagle. The station plays country music.
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announced 11/8/2012 via PR Newswire

Mt. Olive Baptist Church, will acquire Power 105.5

synopsis: Light Media, Inspirational Media Specialist, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to divest the assets of its Power 105.5/The King radio station to Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Power 105.5 The King is located in Albany, GA, with its music format being an eclectic mix of Holy Hip Hop and Contemporary Gospel music.
buyer: Mt. Olive Baptist Church
Mt. Olive Baptist Church is a Church.
target parent: Light Media
target: Power 105.5
Power 105.5 The King is located in Albany, GA, with its music format being an eclectic mix of Holy Hip Hop and Contemporary Gospel music. It is the world's first terrestrial (24/7) radio station formatted in this manner.
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announced 10/16/2012 via GlobeNewswire

Cumulus Media Inc., will acquire WFME-FM

synopsis: Cumulus Media, the nation's largest pure-play radio broadcaster, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase WFME-FM -- providing Cumulus a third station in New York City. WFME-FM is a radio station on 94.7 FM licensed to Newark, New Jersey.
buyer: Cumulus Media Inc.(CMLS:$549.54)
Cumulus Media is the largest pure-play radio broadcaster in the US with approximately 525 stations in 110 markets, a fully-distributed programming network serving more than 4,500 affiliates nationwide and SweetJack, the local deals platform.
target parent: Family Radio
target: WFME-FM
WFME-FM is religious a radio station on 94.7 FM licensed to Newark, New Jersey. The studio, office and transmitter are located in West Orange, New Jersey and is shared with sister station WFME-TV (channel 66).
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closed 10/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired WMUU Radio

synopsis: Caron Broadcasting Inc., a subsidiary of Salem Communications Corporation, acquires WMUU-FM. WMUU is a Christian radio station in Greenville-Spartanburg, SC.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications Corporation is the largest commercial U.S. radio broadcasting company that provides programming targeted at audiences interested in Christian and family-themed radio content, as measured by the number of stations and audience coverage.
target: WMUU Radio
WMUU, INC., doing business as WMUU AM & FM Radio Station, provides radio broadcasting services. WMUU is a Christian station. The primary mission is to have a Spiritual impact on the communities they serve.
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$2.85
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closed 2/14/2012 via Yahoo, Inc.

Classical South Florida, purchased WAYJ 88.7FM Fort Myers from WAY-FM Media Group, Inc

synopsis: WAY Media, Inc. announced that Classical South Florida (CSF), a nonprofit listener-supported public radio organization dedicated to broadcasting classical music, has agreed to acquire the assets of WAYJ 88.7FM in Fort Myers, Florida.
buyer: Classical South Florida
Classical South Florida is a nonprofit public radio organization dedicated to broadcasting classical music. Its program schedule includes broadcasts of nationally renowned classical programs such as Performance Today®, SymphonyCast®, Pipedreams® and Saint Paul Sunday®.
seller: WAY-FM Media Group, Inc
WAY-FM Media Group owns and operates Christian radio stations throughout the US. WAY-FM exists to encourage youth and young adults in their Christian lives and to introduce non-believers to Christ.
price ($mm)
$4.35
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closed 6/9/2011 via Market Wire

Light Media, acquired Power 105.5

synopsis: Light Media, Inspirational Media Specialist, has officially joined the ranks of publicly-traded broadcasting companies via closing of its acquisition of Power 105.5 FM. Power105.5 The King is located in Albany, GA, with its music format being an eclectic mix of Holy Hip Hop and Contemporary Gospel music.
buyer: Light Media(LGMH:$0.00)
Light Media, Inspirational Media Specialist, via its integrated portfolio platform partners targets the youth, young adult and adult/family demographic for inspirational media and entertainment that uplifts the community 24/7.
target: Power 105.5
Power 105.5 The King is located in Albany, GA, with its music format being an eclectic mix of Holy Hip Hop and Contemporary Gospel music. It is the world's first terrestrial (24/7) radio station formatted in this manner.
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announced 1/26/2011 via BNC Analysis

Christian Resource Centre, will acquire Woay-AM radio

synopsis: The Christian Resource Center will acquire WOAY-AM radio. AM 860 WOAY provides radio with the intent of teaching people ways to grow in their relationship with God and other believers, and to encourage them in their journey through this world.
buyer: Christian Resource Centre
The Christian Resource Center is a central location for pastors and their churches in Southern West Virginia to turn to for information and resource materials. From the beginning, the primary goal has been to aid in spiritual growth and the furtherance of personal and church ministries.
target: Woay-AM radio
AM 860 WOAY provides radio with the intent of teaching people ways to grow in their relationship with God and other believers, and to encourage them in their journey through this world.
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announced 8/13/2008 via BusinessWire

WAY-FM Media Group, Inc, will purchase WRVI (105.9FM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, announced it has entered into an agreement to sell WRVI (105.9FM) to the WAY-FM Media Group, Inc. for $3 million.
buyer: WAY-FM Media Group, Inc
WAY-FM Media Group owns and operates Christian radio stations throughout the US. WAY-FM exists to encourage youth and young adults in their Christian lives and to introduce non-believers to Christ.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$3.00
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closed 7/7/2008 via BusinessWire

Radio One, Inc., acquired WPRS-FM

synopsis: Radio One, Inc. has completed the acquisition of the assets of radio station WPRS-FM, located in the Washington, DC market, for approximately $38.0 million in cash. The Company began operating the station under a Local Marketing Agreement during the second quarter of 2007, at which time it changed the station's call letters to WPRS-FM.
buyer: Radio One, Inc.(ROIAK:$364.61)
Radio One, Inc. is one of the nation's largest radio broadcasting companies and the largest radio broadcasting company that primarily targets African-American and urban listeners. Radio One owns and/or operates 53 radio stations located in 16 urban markets in the United States.
target parent: Bonneville International Corporation
target: WPRS-FM
WPRS, known on air as Praise 104.1, is an Urban Gospel radio station in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. The station broadcasts from Waldorf, Maryland, at 104.1 MHz.
price ($mm)
$38
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announced 1/28/2008 via BNC Analysis

EMF Broadcasting, will purchase WFZH (105.3 FM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: EMF Broadcasting, Inc., agreed to acquire WFZH (105.3 FM) from Salem Communications Corp. for approximately $8.1 million in cash on January 28, 2008. The consideration includes an escrow deposit of $0.4 million.
buyer: EMF Broadcasting
EMF Broadcasting is the parent company of both the Adult Contemporary Christian formatted K-LOVE Network and the Christian Pop Music Air 1 Radio Networks, which serve audiences 24/7 across the United States through 209 full-powered stations and 208 translators.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$7.70
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closed 2/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired Christian Music Planet

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, has acquired the Christian Music Planet® brand, including www.ChristianMusicPlanet.com, a leading Christian music web portal.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target parent: EMF Broadcasting
target: Christian Music Planet
Christian Music Planet is the most-read Christian music and entertainment consumer publication. The magazine is also an integral part of the EMF Broadcasting family, which includes the K-LOVE and Air 1 radio networks.
price ($mm)
$0.30
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closed 12/7/2005 via PR Newswire

Infinity Broadcasting Corporation, purchased 106.9 KIFR-FM from Family Stations, Inc.

synopsis: Infinity Broadcasting has completed its previously announced purchase of 106.9 KIFR-FM (previously known as KEAR-FM) in San Francisco from Family Stations, it was announced today by Joel Hollander, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Infinity.
buyer parent:CBS Corporation
buyer: Infinity Broadcasting Corporation
CBS Radio is one of the largest major-market operators in the United States with stations covering news, alternative rock, country, FM talk, classic rock, oldies, JACK and urban formats, among others.
seller: Family Stations, Inc.
Family Radio is a non-profit, non-commercial, radio network which broadcasts the music and message of New Life in Jesus Christ. Established in 1958, Family Radio has grown to a worldwide evangelical ministry with almost 40 domestic AM and FM radio stations in metropolitan areas. Many FM translators
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closed 10/4/2004 via BusinessWire

Univision Communications Inc., purchased WZFS-FM, KSFB-FM from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation, the leading radio broadcaster focused on religious and family themes programming, announced today a radio station exchange with Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media company.
buyer parent:Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P.
buyer: Univision Communications Inc.
Univision Communications Inc. (“Univision”) is the leading Spanish-language media and entertainment company in the United States.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
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closed 9/17/2007 via BusinessWire

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired CMCentral.com

synopsis: Salem Publishing, a division of Salem Communications Corporation, announced today its acquisition of CMCentral.com. Just six months after its acquisition of ChristianMusicPlanet.com, Salem’s investment in CMCentral.com underscores the company’s growing commitment to offer the premier web and print destinations for Christian music news.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target: CMCentral.com
CMCentral.com is a vibrant Christian music website and online community based in Nashville, TN.
price ($mm)
$0.40
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$234
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$59
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closed 5/18/2010 via BNC Analysis

ITV of Buffalo LLC, purchased WNGS-TV from Daystar Television Network

synopsis: Philip Arno and Donald Angelo formed ITV of Buffalo LLC., to buy WNGS-TV from Daystar Television, a Christian broadcast nonprofit based in Bedford, Texas, according to The Buffalo News. They paid a reported $2.75 million for the station on the condition that Daystar power it back up.
buyer: ITV of Buffalo LLC
ITV of Buffalo LLC was formed by two long-time local TV figures, Philip Arno and Donald Angelo, for the purpose of acquiring WNGS-TV.
seller: Daystar Television Network
Daystar Television Network, doing business as Word Of God Fellowship, Inc., operates as a Christian television network. It offers its network through multiple satellites, television stations, and cable systems.
price ($mm)
$2.75
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closed 7/25/2012 via BNC Analysis

Midwest Communications, Inc., purchased 7 Stations in Sioux Falls, SD from Backyard Broadcasting

synopsis: Midwest Communications has struck a deal that will take it into the Sioux Falls, SD market. The company is buying a seven-station cluster from Backyard Broadcasting. The Sioux Falls stations include AC Lite 92.5 KELO-FM, KTWB 101.9, Crow Rock 103.7 KRRO, Q-95.7 KSQB-FM, oldies Kool 107.9 KXQL and “Sports Radio 1230” KWSN.
buyer: Midwest Communications, Inc.
Midwest Communications consists of Midwest Communications, Inc. and WRIG, Inc., which collectively own forty-seven (47) radio stations.
seller: Backyard Broadcasting
Backyard Broadcasting is committed to the communities it serves with facilities located in New York, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, Indiana and corporate offices in Jacksonville, Florida.
price ($mm)
$13
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closed 12/16/2010 via BNC Analysis

Salem Communications Corporation, purchased WWRC-AM from Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC

synopsis: Red Zebra Broadcasting is passing off one of its Washington DC stations, and Salem Communications is the receiver. The acquisition of WWRC-AM will give the national religious group its third signal in the market.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
seller: Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC
Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC owns and operates radio stations in Washington and Virginia.
price ($mm)
$3.10
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closed 1/10/2007 via Financial News Online

Veronis Suhler Stevenson, acquired The Chart Show Group

synopsis: Veronis Suhler Stevenson, a US-based buyout firm for the media and information industries, has acquired UK based digital satellite broadcaster The Chart Show Group.
buyer: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
Veronis Suhler Stevenson is a private equity and mezzanine capital fund management company dedicated to investing in the media, communications, information and education industries in North America and Europe.
target: The Chart Show Group
The Chart Show Group is a UK based satellite broadcaster. They operate 10 channels – six music, two movie and two children’s channels.
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*Price paid does not equal Enterprise Value as the buyer aqcuired less than 100% of target
announced 10/23/2012 via PR Newswire

Salem Communications Corporation, will acquire 98.9 Jack FM

synopsis: Radio One, Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the assets of one of its Columbus, Ohio radio stations, WJKR-FM (98.9 Jack FM), to Salem Media of Ohio, Inc., a subsidiary of Salem Communications.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications Corporation is the largest commercial U.S. radio broadcasting company that provides programming targeted at audiences interested in Christian and family-themed radio content, as measured by the number of stations and audience coverage.
target parent: Radio One, Inc.
target: 98.9 Jack FM
98.9 Jack FM is a radio station in Columbus, Ohio.
price ($mm)
$4.00
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closed 10/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired WMUU Radio

synopsis: Caron Broadcasting Inc., a subsidiary of Salem Communications Corporation, acquires WMUU-FM. WMUU is a Christian radio station in Greenville-Spartanburg, SC.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications Corporation is the largest commercial U.S. radio broadcasting company that provides programming targeted at audiences interested in Christian and family-themed radio content, as measured by the number of stations and audience coverage.
target: WMUU Radio
WMUU, INC., doing business as WMUU AM & FM Radio Station, provides radio broadcasting services. WMUU is a Christian station. The primary mission is to have a Spiritual impact on the communities they serve.
price ($mm)
$2.85
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closed 10/2/2012 via Market Wire

Salem Web Network, acquired Godvine.com

synopsis: Salem Web Network, the online division of Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and conservative opinion content, announced the acquisition of the fast growing Christian website, Godvine.com.
buyer parent:Salem Communications Corporation
buyer: Salem Web Network
Salem Web Network is the online division of Salem Communications. Salem Web Network consists of the most well-known brands in the faith marketplace such as Crosswalk.com, CrossCards.com, and GodTube.com.
target: Godvine.com
Godvine.com is the leading source for Christian and family-friendly videos, reaching approximately 3.5 million visitors and nearly 30 million page views per month. Embracing social media platforms, Godvine.com is complemented by a significant exposure on Facebook with over 2.8 million Facebook fans.
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closed 8/28/2012 via Market Wire

Salem Church Products, acquired SermonSpice.com

synopsis: Salem Church Products, a division of Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and conservative opinion content, announced that it has acquired SermonSpice.com, a leading online provider of church media for local churches and ministries.
buyer parent:Salem Communications Corporation
buyer: Salem Church Products
Salem Church Products seeks to serve pastors, church leaders and congregations through online resources that help make ministry easier and more fruitful. In their network of sites, there are pastoral resources such as SermonSearch.com, their sermon helps site offering outlines and illustrations.
target: SermonSpice.com
SermonSpice.com, the original distribution site for worship videos and sermon illustrations, has relationships with over 2,000 Christian filmmakers, providing thousands of sermon illustrations, worship backgrounds, and church countdowns to churches looking for professionally produced worship media.
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closed 3/29/2011 via Market Wire

Salem Web Network, acquired WorshipHouse Media

synopsis: Salem Web Network, a division of Salem Communications Corporation, announced that it has acquired WorshipHouse Media, a leading website providing media resources for the creative church and WorshipHouse Kids, a worship media resource for children's ministry.
buyer parent:Salem Communications Corporation
buyer: Salem Web Network
Salem Web Network is the number one online destination on the web for Christian content. It consists of 12 national sites, including the most well-known brands in the faith marketplace, such as Crosswalk.com and Christianity.com.
target: WorshipHouse Media
WorshipHouse Media is a leading provider of church media content. WorshipHouse Media offers to users a multitude of worship and small group resources, including movie illustrations, song tracks, worship backgrounds, small group video curriculum and worship software.
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closed 12/16/2010 via BNC Analysis

Salem Communications Corporation, purchased WWRC-AM from Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC

synopsis: Red Zebra Broadcasting is passing off one of its Washington DC stations, and Salem Communications is the receiver. The acquisition of WWRC-AM will give the national religious group its third signal in the market.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
seller: Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC
Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC owns and operates radio stations in Washington and Virginia.
price ($mm)
$3.10
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closed 6/14/2010 via Company Press Release

Salem Web Network, acquired Big Jump Media, Inc.

synopsis: Salem Web Network, the online division of Salem Communications Corporation, the leading radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian family-themed content, announced that it has acquired Big Jump Media, owners of Christian content & community websites tangle.com and GodTube.com.
buyer parent:Salem Communications Corporation
buyer: Salem Web Network
Salem Web Network owns and operates OnePlace.com, the largest Internet source of audio ministry program streaming, Christianity.com, Crosswalk.com, SermonSearch.com, and TheFish.com, making Salem the number one online destination on the web for Christian content.
target parent: Man Group plc
target: Big Jump Media, Inc.
Big Jump Media, Inc. offers social networking and video sharing tools for the faith-based and family marketplace. Its products include Godtube.com and tangle.com.
price ($mm)
$2.50
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announced 4/21/2010 via Market Wire

Salem Communications Corporation, will acquire WWRC-AM

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation announced that it will acquire WWRC 1260 AM, a radio station broadcasting on 1260 kHz in the mediumwave AM band. Its studios and transmitters are located in Washington, D.C., and it serves the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target: WWRC-AM
WWRC (1260 AM) is a radio station broadcasting on 1260 kHz in the mediumwave AM band. WWRC serves the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area under the brand, "Money 1260."
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$3.10
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closed 2/18/2010 via Market Wire

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired Hot Air Network, LLC

synopsis: Salem Communications, a radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and magazine publisher targeting audiences interested in faith, family and conservative values, announced that it has acquired HotAir.com -- the popular right-of-center blog showcasing the news, analysis and commentary of Ed Morrissey and AllahPundit.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target: Hot Air Network, LLC
Began in April 2006 by political commentator Michelle Malkin, HotAir.com has grown into the most popular conservative blog on the web. Bloggers Ed Morrissey and AllahPundit provide round-the-clock breaking news, commentary and insight from a conservative perspective.
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$2.00
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announced 8/13/2008 via BusinessWire

WAY-FM Media Group, Inc, will purchase WRVI (105.9FM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, announced it has entered into an agreement to sell WRVI (105.9FM) to the WAY-FM Media Group, Inc. for $3 million.
buyer: WAY-FM Media Group, Inc
WAY-FM Media Group owns and operates Christian radio stations throughout the US. WAY-FM exists to encourage youth and young adults in their Christian lives and to introduce non-believers to Christ.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
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$3.00
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closed 7/25/2008 via BusinessWire

Salem Web Network, acquired Intercristo.com

synopsis: Salem Web Network, a subsidiary of Salem Communications Corporation, announced that it has acquired Intercristo.com. The addition of Intercristo.com will complement Salem’s other job-focused websites, ChristianJobs.com and ChurchStaffing.com, offering Christian job-seekers the broadest selection of opportunities.
buyer parent:Salem Communications Corporation
buyer: Salem Web Network
Salem Web Network owns and operates OnePlace.com, the largest Internet source of audio ministry program streaming, Christianity.com, Crosswalk.com, SermonSearch.com, and TheFish.com, making Salem the number one online destination on the web for Christian content.
target: Intercristo.com
Intercristo.com is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected online Christian employment websites.
price ($mm)
$1.19
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announced 1/28/2008 via BNC Analysis

EMF Broadcasting, will purchase WFZH (105.3 FM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: EMF Broadcasting, Inc., agreed to acquire WFZH (105.3 FM) from Salem Communications Corp. for approximately $8.1 million in cash on January 28, 2008. The consideration includes an escrow deposit of $0.4 million.
buyer: EMF Broadcasting
EMF Broadcasting is the parent company of both the Adult Contemporary Christian formatted K-LOVE Network and the Christian Pop Music Air 1 Radio Networks, which serve audiences 24/7 across the United States through 209 full-powered stations and 208 translators.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$7.70
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closed 1/23/2008 via BNC Analysis

Good Karma Broadcasting LLC, purchased WRRD (540 AM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Good Karma announced that it purchased WRRD-AM (540) from Salem Communications Corp., Camarillo, Calif., for an undisclosed amount.
buyer: Good Karma Broadcasting LLC
Good Karma Broadcasting is a company based in Beaver Dam that owns six radio stations in Wisconsin.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$3.61
rev ($mm)
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closed 4/11/2008 via

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired WTPS-AM

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, will acquire WTPS-AM in Miami, FL, for approximately $12.25 million. Additionally, Salem began operating the station today.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target parent: Radio One, Inc.
target: WTPS-AM
WTPS is a News/Talk radio station aimed at South Florida's African American community. It is owned by Radio One.
price ($mm)
$12
rev ($mm)
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closed 9/17/2007 via BusinessWire

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired CMCentral.com

synopsis: Salem Publishing, a division of Salem Communications Corporation, announced today its acquisition of CMCentral.com. Just six months after its acquisition of ChristianMusicPlanet.com, Salem’s investment in CMCentral.com underscores the company’s growing commitment to offer the premier web and print destinations for Christian music news.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target: CMCentral.com
CMCentral.com is a vibrant Christian music website and online community based in Nashville, TN.
price ($mm)
$0.40
rev ($mm)
$234
EBITDA ($mm)
$59
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
0.0x
closed 2/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired Christian Music Planet

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, has acquired the Christian Music Planet® brand, including www.ChristianMusicPlanet.com, a leading Christian music web portal.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target parent: EMF Broadcasting
target: Christian Music Planet
Christian Music Planet is the most-read Christian music and entertainment consumer publication. The magazine is also an integral part of the EMF Broadcasting family, which includes the K-LOVE and Air 1 radio networks.
price ($mm)
$0.30
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EBITDA ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
closed 2/7/2007 via

Good Karma Broadcasting LLC, purchased Cleveland, Ohio radio station WKNR Sports Talk 850AM from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher of Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, has entered into an agreement to sell Cleveland, Ohio radio station WKNR Sports Talk 850AM to Good Karma Broadcasting, L.L.C. for $7 million.
buyer: Good Karma Broadcasting LLC
Good Karma Broadcasting is a company based in Beaver Dam that owns six radio stations in Wisconsin.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$7.00
rev ($mm)
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closed 9/18/2006 via

Cox Radio, Inc., purchased WBGB-FM, Jacksonville, Florida. from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Cox Radio announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WBGB-FM serving the Jacksonville, Florida market from Salem Communications for approximately $7.7 million in cash. Pending regulatory approvals, the company expects the transaction to close in the second half of 2006.
buyer: Cox Radio, Inc.
Cox Radio, Inc. is the third-largest radio broadcasting company in the United States based on revenues and the largest pure-play radio station group based on revenues. The Company operates, acquires and develops radio stations primarily in markets ranked 10-70 based on revenues.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$7.70
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
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announced 5/18/2006 via BusinessWire

Salem Communications Corporation, will acquire American Ministry Resources, LLC

synopsis: Salem Communications, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider and magazine publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, announced today it has agreed to acquire American Ministry Resources LLC, the owner of "Preaching Magazine".
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target parent: iExalt, Inc.
target: American Ministry Resources, LLC
American Ministry Resources LLC is the owner of "Preaching Magazine," its companion web properties, www.Preaching.com, www.Preachingnow.com, www.Ministry.org, and the National Conference on Preaching, an annual conference for pastors and clergy.
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closed 6/1/2006 via

Salem Communications Corporation, acquired Xulon Press, Inc.

synopsis: Salem Publishing, a division of Salem Communications, announced today it has agreed to acquire Xulon Press, a premier on-demand digital publisher of books targeting the Christian audience. Xulon President and CEO, Tom Freiling, will join Salem Publishing as general manager of Xulon Press.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
target: Xulon Press, Inc.
Xulon Press is the world's largest Christian publisher. We give Christian authors everything they need to get published. We can take your Christian book and make it available to 25,000 bookstores and online. We will help promote and publicize your book too.
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closed 1/23/2008 via BNC Analysis

Good Karma Broadcasting LLC, purchased WRRD (540 AM) from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Good Karma announced that it purchased WRRD-AM (540) from Salem Communications Corp., Camarillo, Calif., for an undisclosed amount.
buyer: Good Karma Broadcasting LLC
Good Karma Broadcasting is a company based in Beaver Dam that owns six radio stations in Wisconsin.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$3.61
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/7/2007 via

Good Karma Broadcasting LLC, purchased Cleveland, Ohio radio station WKNR Sports Talk 850AM from Salem Communications Corporation

synopsis: Salem Communications Corporation, a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher of Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, has entered into an agreement to sell Cleveland, Ohio radio station WKNR Sports Talk 850AM to Good Karma Broadcasting, L.L.C. for $7 million.
buyer: Good Karma Broadcasting LLC
Good Karma Broadcasting is a company based in Beaver Dam that owns six radio stations in Wisconsin.
seller: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.
price ($mm)
$7.00
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/16/2013 via PR Newswire

Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, acquired QX 104 FM

synopsis: The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Limited Partnership (Pattison) announced its acquisition of an FM radio station from Astral Media Inc. The station is called QX 104 (CFQX-FM), providing country music to Winnipeg, CA.
buyer parent:Jim Pattison Group
buyer: Jim Pattison Broadcast Group
The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, with its headquarters in Kamloops, B.C. is the industry's largest private, western-based broadcast group, currently operating 30 FM radio stations, as well as three conventional television stations, in British Columbia and Alberta.
target parent: Astral Media Inc.
target: QX 104 FM
CFQX-FM is a country music radio station in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The station currently operates out of studios in downtown Winnipeg, at 177 Lombard Avenue. It broadcasts at 104.1 on the FM dial.
price ($mm)
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closed 5/9/2013 via BNC Analysis

Community Broadcast Group, purchased 7 Radio Stations from Backyard Broadcasting

synopsis: Community Broadcasters acquired seven radio stations in the Elmira–Corning and Olean markets in NY. In the Elmira–Corning market, the stations include WNKI-FM, WNGZ-FM, WPGI-FM, WWLZ-AM, and WRCE-AM. In the Olean market, the stations include WPIG-FM and WHDL-AM.
buyer: Community Broadcast Group
Community Broadcast Group Inc. offers broadcasting services. The company is based in Watertown, NY.
seller: Backyard Broadcasting
The stations in the Elmira–Corning market include WNKI-FM (hit music format), WNGZ-FM (classic rock), WPGI-FM (country-100.9 Big Pig), WWLZ-AM (news/talk/sports), and WRCE-AM (simulcast of WNGZ). The stations in the Olean market include WPIG-FM (country) and WHDL-AM (oldies).
price ($mm)
$3.60
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/12/2013 via BNC Analysis

Mid-West Family Broadcasting, purchased Eau Claire and Rockford Broadcast Assets from Maverick Media, LLC

synopsis: Mid-West Family Broadcasting is acquiring the broadcast assets of Maverick Media LLC in the Eau Claire and Rockford, IL markets. This acquisition adds 10 stations to Mid-West Family Broadcasting.
buyer: Mid-West Family Broadcasting
Mid-West Family Broadcasting operates radio stations in 5 markets in WI, IL and MO, all locally owned by shareholder employees. Each market is a separate company, enabling each to best serve its individual communities through local decision making.
seller: Maverick Media, LLC
Maverick Media's Eau Claire and Rockford broadcast assets include: WAYY-AM; WEAQ-AM; WECL-FM; WIAL-FM; WDRK-FM; WAXX-FM; WNTA-AM/FM; WRTB-FM; WGFB-FM; and WXRX-FM/D-D2.
price ($mm)
$16
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 4/11/2013 via Market Wire

Fisher Communications, Inc. will be merged with Sinclair Broadcast Group,

synopsis: Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. and Fisher Communications, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement whereby Sinclair will acquire Fisher in a merger transaction for approximately $373.3 mil. Fisher owns 20 television stations in 8 markets, reaching 3.9% of U.S. TV households, & 3 radio stations in the Seattle market.
buyer: Sinclair Broadcast Group(SBGI:$1,061.68)
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies, owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to 65 television stations in 39 markets.
target: Fisher Communications, Inc.(FSCI:$168.20)
Fisher Communications, Inc. is a Seattle-based communications company that owns & operates 13 full power television stations, 7 low power television stations, 3 owned radio stations, one managed radio station in the Western U.S., the Fisher Interactive Network, its online division & Fisher Pathways.
price($mm)[EV]
$369 [$350]
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 4/8/2013 via BNC Analysis

Sonoma Media Group, will purchase 5 Radio Stations from Maverick Media, LLC

synopsis: Sonoma Media Group, a local group of investors led by Lawrence Amaturo, announced a deal to buy five Sonoma County radio stations, including news/talk radio station KSRO. The deal includes four FM radio stations: 97.7 The River, Hot 101.7, Froggy 92.9 and Mix 104.9.
buyer: Sonoma Media Group
Sonoma Media Group is a group of investors led by Lawrence Amaturo.
seller: Maverick Media, LLC
The Sonoma County radio stations include news/talk radio station KSRO, 97.7 The River, Hot 101.7, Froggy 92.9 and Mix 104.9.
price ($mm)
$4.50
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/7/2013 via BNC Analysis

Oceania Capital Partners, acquired Sunshine Coast Broadcasters

synopsis: Oceania Capital Partners has acquired all of the issued capital of Sunshine Coast Broadcasters via subsidiary EON Broadcasting. Sunshine Coast Broadcasters owns and operates FM radio stations SEA FM and MIX FM.
buyer: Oceania Capital Partners
Oceania Capital Partners Limited is an investment company that provides its shareholders with investment exposure to, and returns from, investments in operating businesses.
target parent: Southern Cross Austereo
target: Sunshine Coast Broadcasters
Sunshine Coast Broadcasters is the holder of two commercial FM radio licences on the Queensland Sunshine Coast (Sea FM and Mix FM) in Australia.
price ($mm)
$18
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/27/2013 via Company Press Release

Bauer Media Group, acquired D.EXPRES, a.s.

synopsis: The Bauer Media Group has announced the expansion of its international radio portfolio, with the acquisition of Rádio Expres in Slovakia from Emmis Communications Corporation. With a reach of more than 1.5 million listeners per week, Rádio Expres has a market share of 20% since 2005 and is the undisputed market leader.
buyer: Bauer Media Group
Bauer Media Group publishes, sells, and markets magazines, periodicals, and various special publications focusing on magazines, radio/TV, and online media business segments in Germany and internationally.
target parent: Emmis Communications Corporation
target: D.EXPRES, a.s.
D.EXPRES, a.s. owns and operates Radio Expres. Radio Expres is the top-rated private commercial radio station in Slovakia, featuring a format of popular music, news, and entertainment. It broadcasts from Bratislava, the capital, and is heard throughout the country.
price ($mm)
$21*
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 2/13/2013 via PR Newswire

Connoisseur Media, will purchase Southern Connecticut radio stations from Cox Media Group, Inc.

synopsis: Cox Media Group has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Southern Connecticut radio stations – WPLR-FM, WEZN-FM, WFOX-FM, and contract rights for WYBC-FM – to Westport, CT. based Connoisseur Media.
buyer: Connoisseur Media
Connoisseur Media is a Westport-based company that owns and operates radio stations in Bloomington, Ill., Huntington, W.V., Billings, Mont., Wichita, Kan., Erie, Pa., Omaha, Neb., Rapid City, S.D., and Bismarck, N.D.
seller parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
seller: Cox Media Group, Inc.
The Southern Connecticut radio stations from Cox Media Group includes – WPLR-FM, WEZN-FM, WFOX-FM, and contract rights for WYBC-FM.
price ($mm)
$40
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/13/2013 via PR Newswire

SummitMedia, purchased Radio Stations in 5 Markets from Cox Media Group, Inc.

synopsis: SummitMedia, LLC has closed on its acquisition of 27 radio stations and 1 local marketing agreement from Cox Media Group. The stations are in Birmingham, AL; Greenville, SC; Honolulu, HI; Louisville, KY.; and Richmond, VA.
buyer: SummitMedia
Summit Media is a group led by former Heftel Broadcasting executive Carl Parmer and 16-year Cox Birmingham market manager David DuBose.
seller parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
seller: Cox Media Group, Inc.
The Cox Media Group radio stations are located in Birmingham, AL; Greenville, SC; Honolulu, HI; Louisville, KY.; and Richmond, VA. Birmingham stations included in the sale include WBHK (98.7 Kiss FM), WBHJ (95.7 Jamz), WZZK 104.7 FM, WAGG-AM, WENN-AM and WBPT-FM.
price ($mm)
$66
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/9/2013 via PR Newswire

Discovery Communications, purchased SBS Nordic Operations from ProSiebenSat.1

synopsis: Discovery Communications announced that it has completed the acquisition of the SBS Nordic operations of ProSiebenSat.1 Group. The acquisition adds 12 television networks, as well as leading radio stations and several digital brands, to Discovery's existing portfolio of eight brands in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland.
buyer: Discovery Communications(DISCA:$4,487.00)
Discovery Communications is the world's number 1 nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.8 billion cumulative subscribers in 209 countries and territories. Discovery is dedicated to satisfying curiosity through 149 worldwide television networks.
seller: ProSiebenSat.1
The SBS Nordic Operations of ProSiebenSat.1 includes 12 television networks in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. SBS Nordic also owns 19 radio stations, including the #1 radio portfolio in Sweden, as well as several digital brands.
price ($mm)
$1,700
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 12/14/2012 via PR Newswire

Newcap Radio, will acquire 103.5 The Eagle

synopsis: Newcap Radio has received approval from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission for the purchase of 70.1% of the shares of 103.5 The Eagle radio in Sydney, Nova Scotia. 103.5 The Eagle plays country music.
buyer parent:Newfoundland Capital Corp. Ltd.
buyer: Newcap Radio
Newcap Radio is one of Canada's leading radio broadcasters with 86 licences across Canada. The company reaches millions of listeners each week through a variety of formats and is a recognized industry leader in radio programming, sales and networking.
target: 103.5 The Eagle
CKCH-FM is a Canadian radio station broadcasting from Sydney, Nova Scotia on the FM dial at 103.5 MHz, identified on-air as 103.5 The Eagle. The station plays country music.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
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announced 10/23/2012 via PR Newswire

Salem Communications Corporation, will acquire 98.9 Jack FM

synopsis: Radio One, Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the assets of one of its Columbus, Ohio radio stations, WJKR-FM (98.9 Jack FM), to Salem Media of Ohio, Inc., a subsidiary of Salem Communications.
buyer: Salem Communications Corporation(SALM:$218.17)
Salem Communications Corporation is the largest commercial U.S. radio broadcasting company that provides programming targeted at audiences interested in Christian and family-themed radio content, as measured by the number of stations and audience coverage.
target parent: Radio One, Inc.
target: 98.9 Jack FM
98.9 Jack FM is a radio station in Columbus, Ohio.
price ($mm)
$4.00
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 10/1/2012 via Company Press Release

My Broadcasting Corporation, will acquire CD 98.9 Inc

synopsis: My Broadcasting Corporation announced that the company has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire CD 98.9 FM. CD 98.9 FM offers updates on weather, events, and activities.
buyer: My Broadcasting Corporation
My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), Ontario's Local Broadcast Company, operates radio stations in 12 markets across Ontario. Markets include Renfrew, Pembroke, Arnprior, Gananoque, Greater Napanee, Brighton, St. Thomas, Strathroy, Exeter, Goderich, Kincardine and Port Elgin.
target: CD 98.9 Inc
CD 98.9 is a Canadian radio station, broadcasting at 98.9 FM in Simcoe, Ontario, Canada. The station airs an Adult Contemporary format.
price ($mm)
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EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 9/18/2012 via BNC Analysis

Midwest Communications, Inc., will acquire Ingstad Radio Washington LLC

synopsis: Radio Fargo-Moorhead owner and president Jim Ingstad said he has entered into an agreement to sell the six radio stations to Midwest Communications, based in Wausau, Wis. The sale includes KFGO-AM, KVOX-AM, KBVB-FM, WDAY-FM, KRWK-FM and KMJO-FM.
buyer: Midwest Communications, Inc.
Midwest Communications consists of Midwest Communications, Inc. and WRIG, Inc., which collectively own forty-seven (47) radio stations.
target: Ingstad Radio Washington LLC
Ingstad runs Radio Fargo Moorhead, a group of six stations covering Fargo and nearby Moorhead, Minn. The stations include KFGO-AM, KVOX-AM, KBVB-FM, WDAY-FM, KRWK-FM and KMJO-FM.
price ($mm)
$25
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/2/2012 via BNC Analysis

Illyria Pty Ltd, acquired DMG Radio Australia

synopsis: Lachlan Murdoch's investment vehicle Illyria has acquired the remaining 50 percent of DMG Radio Australia it did not already own. DMG Radio Australia operates commercial radio networks in metropolitan and regional areas of Australia. DMG’s digital radio stations include the dance station Novanation and the chillout music station Koffee.
buyer: Illyria Pty Ltd
Illyria Pty Ltd. is owned by Lachlan Murdoch. He also owns 9 per cent of Ten Network Holdings and is a director at News Corporation, owner of News Limited, the publisher of The Australian. Mr. Murdoch set up Illyria in 2005 shortly after standing down from executive duties at News Corporation.
target parent: Daily Mail and General Trust plc
target: DMG Radio Australia
DMG Radio Australia operates commercial radio networks in metropolitan and regional areas of Australia. DMG’s digital radio stations include the dance station Novanation and the chillout music station Koffee.
price ($mm)
$104*
rev ($mm)
$126
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.7x
EV / EBITDA
announced 8/30/2012 via BNC Analysis

Crawford Broadcasting Company, will purchase AM 970 from Western New York Public Broadcasting Association

synopsis: The Denver-based broadcasting company, Crawford Broadcasting Company which owns WDCX-FM in Buffalo has agreed to buy WNED-AM from the Western New York Public Broadcasting Association for $875,000.
buyer: Crawford Broadcasting Company
Crawford Broadcasting Company is the industry leader in reaching radio's most loyal and responsive audience, providing the very best in Christian and secular programming with cutting-edge radio station facilities.
seller: Western New York Public Broadcasting Association
Western New York Public Broadcasting Association (WNYPBA) is a public broadcasting organization. The organization owns and operates television, music, and news stations and offers programming services to Southern Ontario and Western New York.
price ($mm)
$0.88
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
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closed 8/23/2012 via BNC Analysis

Grupo Radio Centro, purchased KXOS-FM from Emmis Communications Corporation

synopsis: 93.9 Holdings, Inc, a newly formed subsidiary of Grupo Radio Centro, has acquired 93.9 KXOS-FM, a spanish radio station serving the Los Angeles, CA area, from Emmis Communications Corporation.
buyer: Grupo Radio Centro
Grupo Radio Centro owns and operates 15 radio stations. Of these 15 radio stations, 12 stations are located in Mexico City, two stations are located in Guadalajara and Monterrey, and one station is located in Los Angeles.
seller: Emmis Communications Corporation(EMMS:$236.01)
Emmis Communications Corporation, a diversified media company, engages in radio broadcasting and magazine publishing operations primarily in the United States. It also owns and operates national radio networks in Slovakia and Bulgaria.
price ($mm)
$86
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
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announced 8/13/2012 via BusinessWire

Clear Channel Communications, Inc., will acquire WOR 710

synopsis: Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and Buckley Radio announced that Clear Channel is purchasing AM radio station WOR 710 from Buckley Broadcasting Corporation, pending FCC approval. Founded in 1922, WOR 710 AM is New York’s oldest radio station and one of the country’s most iconic radio brands.
buyer parent:CC Media Holdings, Inc.
buyer: Clear Channel Communications, Inc.(:$5,865.69)
Clear Channel Communications is a global media and entertainment company specializing in providing mobile and on-demand entertainment and information services for local communities and premier opportunities for advertisers - through outdoor, radio and digital platforms.
target parent: Buckley Radio
target: WOR 710
Founded in 1922, WOR 710 HD is New York's oldest, privately-owned and continuously-operated radio station. WOR provides a well-rounded schedule of informational and lifestyle programming, featuring personalities such as John Gambling, Joe Bartlett, Joan Hamburg, Mike Gallagher, and Dave Ramsey.
price ($mm)
$30
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closed 8/9/2012 via BNC Analysis

Radio One, Inc., purchased WZZQ, W282AX, & WNOW-FM from Gaffney Broadcasting, Inc.

synopsis: Radio-One, via a wholly owned subsidiary entitled Charlotte Broadcasting, has acquired 1500 WZZQ, 104.3 W282AX, and 105.3 WNOW-FM Gaffney SC/Charlotte from Gaffney Broadcasting. As part of the $7.75 Million purchase, Radio-One will attempt to spinoff 1500 WZZQ and its 104.3 translator in Gaffney to a third party.
buyer: Radio One, Inc.(ROIAK:$364.61)
Radio One, Inc. is the largest radio broadcasting company that targets African-American and urban listeners. Radio One owns 53 broadcast stations located in 16 urban markets in the United States.
seller parent: Davidson Media Group
seller: Gaffney Broadcasting, Inc.
Gaffney Broadcasting, Inc. owns and operates a radio station WAGI-FM (105.3) which broadcasts national news. The company is based in Gaffney, South Carolina. Gaffney Broadcasting, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Davidson Media Group, LLC.
price ($mm)
$7.75
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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closed 7/16/2012 via BNC Analysis

Tyler Media Group, purchased 104.1 FM, 107.7 FM, 92.5 FM and 1520 AM from Renda Broadcasting Corporation

synopsis: Renda Broadcasting has sold 4 stations clustered in Oklahoma City to Tyler Broadcasting. The four Oklahoma City stations Tyler purchased include 104.1 KMGL FM, 107.7 KRXO FM, 92.5 KOMA FM and 1520 KOKC AM.
buyer: Tyler Media Group
Tyler Media Group, headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a media company which owns television stations and radio stations.
seller: Renda Broadcasting Corporation
Renda Broadcasting Corporation owns and operates radio stations in the United States. It broadcasts music, news, comedy, commentary, debate, and inspiration. The company has radio stations in Pittsburgh, Jacksonville, Oklahoma City, Fort Myers/Naples, Tulsa, Indiana, Punxsutawney, and Greensburg.
price ($mm)
$40
rev ($mm)
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*Price paid does not equal Enterprise Value as the buyer aqcuired less than 100% of target

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Salem Communications Corporation
Salem Communications Corporation
Salem Communications Corporation is the largest commercial U.S. radio broadcasting company that provides programming targeted at audiences interested in Christian and family-themed radio content, as measured by the number of stations and audience coverage.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$218.17
EBITDA ($mm)
$52.82
EBIT ($mm)
$37.85
Net Income ($mm)
$5.62
Employees
1115
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Family Radio
Family Radio, also known by its licensee name Family Stations Inc., is a Christian radio network based in Oakland, California, USA, founded by Lloyd Lindquist, Richard H. Palmquist and Harold Camping.
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2003
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103.5 The Eagle
103.5 The Eagle
CKCH-FM is a Canadian radio station broadcasting from Sydney, Nova Scotia on the FM dial at 103.5 MHz, identified on-air as 103.5 The Eagle. The station plays country music.
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Crawford Broadcasting Company
Crawford Broadcasting Company
Crawford Broadcasting Company is the industry leader in reaching radio's most loyal and responsive audience, providing the very best in Christian and secular programming with cutting-edge radio station facilities.
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Educational Media Foundation, Inc.
Educational Media Foundation, Inc.
EMF Broadcasting is the parent company of both the Adult Contemporary Christian formatted K-LOVE Network and the Christian Pop Music Air 1 Radio Networks, which serve audiences 24/7 across the United States through 209 full-powered stations and 208 translators.
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WAY-FM Media Group, Inc
WAY-FM Media Group, Inc
WAY-FM Media Group owns and operates Christian radio stations throughout the US. WAY-FM exists to encourage youth and young adults in their Christian lives and to introduce non-believers to Christ.
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EWTN Global Catholic Network
EWTN Global Catholic Network
EWTN Global Catholic Network (EWTN) provides multimedia services to more than 140 countries and territories. EWTN transmits nine separate television channels in several languages to audiences around the world.
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Daystar Television Network
Daystar Television Network
Daystar Television Network, doing business as Word Of God Fellowship, Inc., operates as a Christian television network. It offers its network through multiple satellites, television stations, and cable systems.
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Trinity Broadcasting Network
Trinity Broadcasting Network
Trinity Broadcasting Network ("TBN") is the world’s largest religious network and America’s most watched faith channel. TBN offers 24 hours of commercial-free inspirational programming that appeal to people in a wide variety of Protestant, Catholic and Messianic Jewish denominations.
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Viacom Inc.
Viacom Inc.
Viacom connects with diverse audiences everywhere they are. As a leading global entertainment content company, they know what their viewers want and proudly deliver it across the globe through television, motion pictures and a wide range of digital media.
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2012
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$13,887.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$4,135.00
EBIT ($mm)
$3,901.00
Net Income ($mm)
$1,981.00
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9880
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Western New York Public Broadcasting Association
Western New York Public Broadcasting Association
Western New York Public Broadcasting Association (WNYPBA) is a public broadcasting organization. The organization owns and operates television, music, and news stations and offers programming services to Southern Ontario and Western New York.
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Inner City Media Corp.
Inner City Media owns and operates radio stations in New York, California, South Carolina and Mississippi.
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KickRadio
Kickradio (http://kickradio.com) offers an internationally syndicated radio show that is heard in over 120 countries worldwide over the internet, on traditional broadcast radio stations and has podcast subscribers in over 65 countries.
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Channel Zero, Inc.
Channel Zero, Inc.
Since its creation in 2000, Channel Zero has overseen the creation and broadcast success of several digital specialty networks - including Movieola - The Short Film Channel and Silver Screen Classics. In 2006 Channel Zero created Ouat Media Inc., a film and new media content distribution company.
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Interactivation
Interactivation
Interactivation is a media company that delivers highly interactive and personalized content to consumers via TV, mobile devices and the Internet. Interactivation owns the Mag Rack and Concert TV video-on-demand television networks, and The Patient Channel and The Newborn Channel.
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Cumulus Media Inc.
Cumulus Media Inc.
Cumulus Media is the largest pure-play radio broadcaster in the US with approximately 525 stations in 110 markets, a fully-distributed programming network serving more than 4,500 affiliates nationwide and SweetJack, the local deals platform.
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2011
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$549.54
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$122.34
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$70.34
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4261
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Entercom Communications Corporation
Entercom Communications Corporation
Entercom Communications Corp. is one of the five largest radio broadcasting companies in the United States, with a nationwide portfolio of 110 stations in 23 markets, including San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Denver, Portland, Sacramento and Kansas City.
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2009
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$372.43
EBITDA ($mm)
$94.22
EBIT ($mm)
$78.92
Net Income ($mm)
$5.40
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1560
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Emmis Communications Corporation
Emmis Communications Corporation
Emmis Communications Corporation, a diversified media company, engages in radio broadcasting and magazine publishing operations primarily in the United States. It also owns and operates national radio networks in Slovakia and Bulgaria.
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2012
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$236.01
EBITDA ($mm)
$22.61
EBIT ($mm)
$14.96
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$26.19
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810
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Fisher Communications, Inc.
Fisher Communications, Inc.
Fisher Communications, Inc. is a Seattle-based communications company that owns & operates 13 full power television stations, 7 low power television stations, 3 owned radio stations, one managed radio station in the Western U.S., the Fisher Interactive Network, its online division & Fisher Pathways.
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2012
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$168.20
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$32.55
EBIT ($mm)
$22.72
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$13.19
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Newfoundland Capital Corp. Ltd.
Newfoundland Capital Corp. Ltd.
Newfoundland Capital Corporation Limited is one of Canada’s leading radio broadcasters with 81 licences across Canada. The company reaches millions of listeners each week through a variety of formats and is a recognized industry leader in radio programming, sales and networking.
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2011
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$126.61
EBITDA ($mm)
$35.33
EBIT ($mm)
$31.31
Net Income ($mm)
$26.11
Employees
800
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Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc.
Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc.
Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. is a radio broadcasting company that owns or operates 42 stations (26 FM and 16 AM) located in ten large- and mid-size markets in the United States.
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2009
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$96.75
EBITDA ($mm)
$19.12
EBIT ($mm)
$16.22
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$3.45
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417
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NRG Media, LLC
NRG Media is dedicated to providing Great Local Radio and is committed to being an active and integral part of the communities in which it serves. NRG Media consists of 83 radio stations throughout 7 states in the Midwest and the Waitt Radio Network.
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2007
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$54.00
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Debut Broadcasting Corporation, Inc.
Debut Broadcasting Corporation's nine-year old radio syndication company, Impact Radio Networks distributes programming and services to over 1,100 radio station affiliates in the United States and Canada, reaching over 40 million listeners nationwide each week.
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2009
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$2.07
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($0.01)
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($0.18)
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20
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Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC
Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC
Red Zebra Broadcasting LLC owns and operates radio stations in Washington and Virginia.
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2009
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$1.80
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35
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Tallgrass Broadcasting, LLC
Tallgrass Broadcasting, LLC owns and operates radio broadcasting stations. The company is based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
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2009
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$1.50
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18
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103.5 The Eagle
103.5 The Eagle
CKCH-FM is a Canadian radio station broadcasting from Sydney, Nova Scotia on the FM dial at 103.5 MHz, identified on-air as 103.5 The Eagle. The station plays country music.
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3 Daughters Media, Inc
3 Daughters Media, Inc., based in Forest, Virginia owns and operates WMNA AM (730) Gretna, Virginia, WBLT in Bedford and WMNA FM of Gretna/Danville.
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AAA Entertainment Radio Group
AAA Entertainment Radio Group operates radio stations in Illinois.
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2009
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Alton Rainbow Corporation
Alton Rainbow Corporation operates radio stations in Florida.
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Anastos Media Group, Inc.
Anastos Media Group, Inc.
Anastos Media Group owns and operates radio stations in the New York area.
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