Kuala Lumpur- Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) announced its nine months results of financial year ending 31 January 2016. Group revenue for the period increased 5% y-o-y to RM4.1bn, leading to an 8% rise in EBITDA to RM1.4bn, and a 9% increase in PATAMI to RM411.6mn, and Free Cash Flow of RM1.07bn. Astro’s ARPU grew to RM99.30 from RM98.50, supported by the take-up of value-added services. Customers responded well to its on-demand offering launched in October 2015, pushing up … [Read more...] about Astro FY results
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Astro on-demand offering
Kuala Lumpur– Malaysians can now watch the hottest titles, anytime with Astro’s new OD (on-demand) offering. Astro introduces an exciting way of enjoying entertainment, where every Malaysian can pick their favourite shows and watch instantly on TV and a device. Consumers can select from thousands of entertainment choices. OD by Astro enables Malaysians to personalize their TV viewing experience – from the content selection to how and when they want to watch their shows. … [Read more...] about Astro on-demand offering
Astro delivers growth in H1FY16
Kuala Lumpur- Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) announced its first six months results of the financial year ending 31 January 2016. They declared a 4% y-o-y growth in revenue to RM2.7 billion, a 7% rise in EBITDA to RM962 million, and a 15% increase in PATAMI to RM306 million; leading to Free Cash Flow (FCF) generation of RM589 million. Tun Zaki Azmi Chairman of Astro says, “Amidst a challenging operating environment coupled with soft consumer sentiment, the group continues to … [Read more...] about Astro delivers growth in H1FY16
Astro introduces 3 new channels
Kuala Lumpur — Astro customers can now enjoy more entertainment with three new channels, HGTV HD, Nat Geo People HD and Star Chinese Channel from 31 August onwards. Agnes Rozario, Vice President, Content Management Group, Astro said, “As a content and consumer company, Astro aspires to bring the latest and the freshest content to its 18 million and growing viewer base. Spurred by a growing interest in the home and lifestyle trends in Malaysia, we are pleased to work together with … [Read more...] about Astro introduces 3 new channels
Astro launches dedicated sports channels
Kuala Lumpur – Astro, the home of all sports, announced the launch of WWE Network, SETANTA Sports HD and Cricket HD channels to bring nonstop coverage for sports fans in Malaysia. WWE Network and SETANTA Sports HD are available for subscription now while Astro Cricket HD will be launched in the 3rd quarter of 2015. WWE Network is available in SD (Channel 820) and HD (Channel 840) and offers all 12 WWE monthly special events like BattleGround, SummerSlam, Survivor Series and others … [Read more...] about Astro launches dedicated sports channels
NJOI celebrates milestone
Kuala Terengganu − NJOI has reached its one million-customer milestone, in its fourth year of offering Malaysians free premium access to educational, informative and quality television and radio content. “I am pleased that NJOI, which was introduced in December 2011, has reached this latest landmark, meaning that more Malaysians from all walks of life are gaining access to the basic right to good quality education, information and knowledge completely for free. We’re confident … [Read more...] about NJOI celebrates milestone
