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Spanish Broadcasting System
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Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Company typeenum
Public
Founded yearint
1983
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
501–1,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersMiami, United States
HQ citystring
Miami
HQ countrystring
United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices9 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
spanish-language radio broadcasting, hispanic multimedia advertising, radio network sales, spanish-language television broadcasting, live event entertainment production
Industry3 codes
1Spanish-Language & Multicultural Radio Networks
CodeMPABABAGPrimaryYes
2Local Multicultural/Language Broadcasters (Spanish/Asian/Other Local Markets)
CodeMPABACAIPrimaryNo
3Spanish-Language & Multilingual Broadcast Networks
CodeMPABAAAGPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Radio Broadcasting Stations51611
  • Television Broadcasting Stations51612
  • Broadcasting and Content Providers516
SIC code2 codes
  • Television Broadcasting Stations4833
  • Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production7812
Product category
Spanish-language Multimedia Broadcasting
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Radio Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

Traditional broadcast radio advertising sales across 20+ radio stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Houston, and Puerto Rico.

finance.yahoo.com
2Television Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

Mega TV Network advertising sales across television broadcast and streaming platforms.

spanishbroadcasting.com
3Digital Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

Digital advertising revenue across lamusica.com, mobile applications, streaming audio, podcasts, and social media platforms.

prnewswire.com
4Live Events and Experiential Marketing
TypeAdvertising
Description

Revenue from live concerts, events, and experiential marketing activations including SBS Entertainment branded events.

spanishbroadcasting.com
5Sponsorship
TypeAdvertising
Description

Branded content and sponsorship deals across radio, television, digital, and live event platforms.

spanishbroadcasting.com
Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels6 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components6 values
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others
Pricing details1 tier
1Radio advertising rates vary by market, station, time slot, and audience ratings.
ModelOtherBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

B2B advertising sales with rates negotiated based on Nielsen ratings, market size, daypart (morning drive, midday, afternoon drive, evening), and frequency packages.

spanishbroadcasting.com
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 9 records shown
1AIRE Radio Networks
Description

National radio network serving Hispanic audiences with network and digital sales operations

spanishbroadcasting.com
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Core offering1 text field

Spanish Broadcasting System operates Spanish-language multimedia advertising and content platforms across radio, television, digital streaming, and live events, serving U.S. Hispanic audiences. The company sells advertising inventory and sponsorships on 20+ owned radio stations, the Mega TV television network, the LaMusica digital ecosystem (web, mobile, streaming, podcasts), and SBS Entertainment live-event activations. Revenue is generated through B2B advertising sales to national advertisers, agencies, and local direct clients across nine major U.S. markets plus Puerto Rico.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) is a diversified multimedia company operating as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The company operates three core business divisions: AIRE Radio Networks (national radio network and sales), Mega TV Network (television broadcasting), and the LaMusica Digital Ecosystem (streaming, mobile apps, and digital content). Supporting these divisions is SBS Entertainment (live events) and multiple regional radio station sub-brands including El Zol, La Raza, La Ley, La Mega, Zeta, Amor, Ritmo, La Nueva 94, and Estereotempo. The portfolio spans radio, television, digital platforms, mobile applications, live events, and experiential marketing, all serving the U.S. Hispanic market across major markets including New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Orlando, Tampa, and Puerto Rico.

Product and service5 records
1AIRE Radio Networks
CategoryRadio Network Advertising
Description

National radio network division of Spanish Broadcasting System that distributes Spanish-language radio programming across multiple markets and operates network and national digital sales for advertisers seeking cross-market Hispanic reach.

2Mega TV Network
CategoryTelevision Broadcasting
Description

Spanish-language television network operated by Spanish Broadcasting System, offering entertainment programming broadcast across multiple markets targeting U.S. Hispanic audiences, with advertising sales across broadcast and streaming distribution.

3LaMusica Digital Ecosystem
CategoryDigital Streaming and Advertising
Description

Digital platform comprising the LaMusica mobile app and lamusica.com website, providing streaming audio, music content, podcasts, and video content to Hispanic audiences across the United States, with digital advertising inventory sold to advertisers.

4SBS Entertainment (SBSE)
CategoryLive Events and Experiential Marketing
Description

Live events and experiential marketing division of Spanish Broadcasting System, producing concerts, live shows, and branded entertainment events for Hispanic audiences, including Cubatonazo and other large-scale music events, with sponsorship revenue.

5HitzMaker
CategoryDigital Mobile Application
Description

Mobile application for music discovery and artist interaction, part of the LaMusica digital ecosystem, available on iOS and Android.

Scale indicator6 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership3 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-14
Description

Global partnership to launch, operate, distribute, and monetize new audio stations and live/on-demand streaming content targeting the U.S. Hispanic market. Partnership aims to create a global Spanish-language digital platform connecting content across the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Latin America, and Iberia.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-14
Description

Global partnership with PRISA Media and Caracol Radio to expand U.S. media footprint. Caracol Radio America debuted on WRAZ 106.3 FM in South Florida and streaming on the LaMusica mobile app on January 14, 2026.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Buyer of Puerto Rico television assets from Spanish Broadcasting System, representing a divestiture of non-core assets.

Recent move8 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight5 records

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Type, Description

Market position
Competitive moat5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights6 records

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Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment2 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
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Docs URL, Description

Integration2 records

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Title, Type, Description, Source

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature3 records

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Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles12 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

Subsidiaries5 records

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Name, Acquired on, Relationship type, Type, Business focus

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Spanish Broadcasting System

Spanish-language Multimedia Broadcastingspanishbroadcasting.com

Spanish Broadcasting System firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Spanish Broadcasting System
Legal name
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Website
https://spanishbroadcasting.com
Company type
Public
Founded year
1983
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
501–1,000 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Spanish Broadcasting System industry classification

Industry
Product category
Spanish-language Multimedia Broadcasting
NAICS
Radio Broadcasting Stations (51611), Television Broadcasting Stations (51612), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)
SIC
Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)
akta.pro primary industry
Spanish-Language & Multicultural Radio Networks (MPABABAG)
akta.pro secondary industries
Local Multicultural/Language Broadcasters (Spanish/Asian/Other Local Markets) (MPABACAI), Spanish-Language & Multilingual Broadcast Networks (MPABAAAG)

Keywords

  • Spanish-language radio broadcasting
  • Hispanic multimedia advertising
  • Radio network sales
  • Spanish-language television broadcasting
  • Live event entertainment production

Where Spanish Broadcasting System is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Miami
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

Spanish Broadcasting System business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

  1. Radio Advertising: Traditional broadcast radio advertising sales across 20+ radio stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Houston, and Puerto Rico.
  2. Television Advertising: Mega TV Network advertising sales across television broadcast and streaming platforms.
  3. Digital Advertising: Digital advertising revenue across lamusica.com, mobile applications, streaming audio, podcasts, and social media platforms.
  4. Live Events and Experiential Marketing: Revenue from live concerts, events, and experiential marketing activations including SBS Entertainment branded events.
  5. Sponsorship: Branded content and sponsorship deals across radio, television, digital, and live event platforms.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
OtherPay-as-you-goRadio advertising rates vary by market, station, time slot, and audience ratings.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Spanish Broadcasting System product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Spanish Broadcasting System operates Spanish-language multimedia advertising and content platforms across radio, television, digital streaming, and live events, serving U.S. Hispanic audiences. The company sells advertising inventory and sponsorships on 20+ owned radio stations, the Mega TV television network, the LaMusica digital ecosystem (web, mobile, streaming, podcasts), and SBS Entertainment live-event activations. Revenue is generated through B2B advertising sales to national advertisers, agencies, and local direct clients across nine major U.S. markets plus Puerto Rico.

Product overview

Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) is a diversified multimedia company operating as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The company operates three core business divisions: AIRE Radio Networks (national radio network and sales), Mega TV Network (television broadcasting), and the LaMusica Digital Ecosystem (streaming, mobile apps, and digital content). Supporting these divisions is SBS Entertainment (live events) and multiple regional radio station sub-brands including El Zol, La Raza, La Ley, La Mega, Zeta, Amor, Ritmo, La Nueva 94, and Estereotempo. The portfolio spans radio, television, digital platforms, mobile applications, live events, and experiential marketing, all serving the U.S. Hispanic market across major markets including New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Orlando, Tampa, and Puerto Rico.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • AIRE Radio Networks: National radio network serving Hispanic audiences with network and digital sales operations
  • Mega TV Network
  • LaMusica
  • SBS Entertainment (SBSE)
  • HitzMaker
  • El Zol
  • La Ley
  • La Raza
  • Zeta

Products and services

  • AIRE Radio Networks National radio network division of Spanish Broadcasting System that distributes Spanish-language radio programming across multiple markets and operates network and national digital sales for advertisers seeking cross-market Hispanic reach.
  • Mega TV Network Spanish-language television network operated by Spanish Broadcasting System, offering entertainment programming broadcast across multiple markets targeting U.S. Hispanic audiences, with advertising sales across broadcast and streaming distribution.
  • LaMusica Digital Ecosystem Digital platform comprising the LaMusica mobile app and lamusica.com website, providing streaming audio, music content, podcasts, and video content to Hispanic audiences across the United States, with digital advertising inventory sold to advertisers.
  • SBS Entertainment (SBSE) Live events and experiential marketing division of Spanish Broadcasting System, producing concerts, live shows, and branded entertainment events for Hispanic audiences, including Cubatonazo and other large-scale music events, with sponsorship revenue.
  • HitzMaker Mobile application for music discovery and artist interaction, part of the LaMusica digital ecosystem, available on iOS and Android.

Companies that use Spanish Broadcasting System

Customer profile

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Spanish Broadcasting System technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Spanish Broadcasting System partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • PRISA MediacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Global partnership to launch, operate, distribute, and monetize new audio stations and live/on-demand streaming content targeting the U.S. Hispanic market. Partnership aims to create a global Spanish-language digital platform connecting content across the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Latin America, and Iberia.
  • Caracol RadiocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Global partnership with PRISA Media and Caracol Radio to expand U.S. media footprint. Caracol Radio America debuted on WRAZ 106.3 FM in South Florida and streaming on the LaMusica mobile app on January 14, 2026.
  • Christian Media GroupminorOthersBuyer of Puerto Rico television assets from Spanish Broadcasting System, representing a divestiture of non-core assets.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Spanish Broadcasting System competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Spanish Broadcasting System social profiles

Digital presence

Spanish Broadcasting System financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Spanish Broadcasting System leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Spanish Broadcasting System subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries5 records

Spanish Broadcasting System funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Spanish Broadcasting System M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Spanish Broadcasting System

What does Spanish Broadcasting System do?

Spanish Broadcasting System operates Spanish-language multimedia advertising and content platforms across radio, television, digital streaming, and live events, serving U.S. Hispanic audiences. The company sells advertising inventory and sponsorships on 20+ owned radio stations, the Mega TV television network, the LaMusica digital ecosystem (web, mobile, streaming, podcasts), and SBS Entertainment live-event activations. Revenue is generated through B2B advertising sales to national advertisers, agencies, and local direct clients across nine major U.S. markets plus Puerto Rico.

Is Spanish Broadcasting System a public or private company?

Spanish Broadcasting System is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was Spanish Broadcasting System founded?

Spanish Broadcasting System was founded in 1983. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.

Where is Spanish Broadcasting System based?

Spanish Broadcasting System is headquartered in Miami, United States, in the North America region.

How does Spanish Broadcasting System make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Radio Advertising is the primary driver. The others are television Advertising, digital Advertising, live Events and Experiential Marketing and sponsorship.

Does Spanish Broadcasting System have an API?

No public API is recorded for Spanish Broadcasting System.

What industry is Spanish Broadcasting System in?

Spanish Broadcasting System's product category is Spanish-language Multimedia Broadcasting. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPABABAG, Spanish-Language & Multicultural Radio Networks, with a secondary code of MPABACAI, Local Multicultural/Language Broadcasters (Spanish/Asian/Other Local Markets). Its NAICS code is 51611 and its SIC code is 4833.

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OctusStruggling Radio Sector Cleans Up Balance Sheets Ahead of Potential Deregulation-Induced M&A BoomTraditional broadcast radio companies including Audacy, Cumulus Media, and Spanish Broadcasting System have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy or reorganization as the industry grapples with post-pandemic secular decline, audience fragmentation, and costly Nielsen measurement contracts. The FCC under Chairman Brendan Carr is reviewing elimination of local radio ownership rules that would allow companies to own more stations per market, potentially triggering a second wave of consolidation similar to the 1996 Telecommunications Act. Restructuring professionals indicate companies are racing to clean up balance sheets ahead of potential deregulation to position for M&A activity, with markets expected to become duopolized with two major players per market.Deseret NewsThe AM radio debate: Operative or obsolete? Trump weighs inPresident Trump criticized automakers for removing AM radio from new cars, calling the move ridiculous. He supports the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, which would require all new passenger vehicles to include AM radio. The bill has 317 co-sponsors and is eligible for floor consideration.Defense WorldSpanish Broadcasting System (OTCMKTS:SBSAA) Shares Cross Below Two Hundred Day Moving Average – Here’s What HappenedSpanish Broadcasting System shares passed below their 200-day moving average during trading on Monday, with the stock trading at $0.0321 and a volume of 39,845 shares changing hands. The stock has a 200-day moving average of $0.36 and a fifty-day simple moving average of $0.34, indicating a downward technical trend. Spanish Broadcasting System is a multimedia company serving the U.S. Hispanic audience through radio, digital, and television assets across major U.S. markets.Stock TitanSpanish Broadcasting promotes Richard Lara to COOSpanish Broadcasting System announced the promotion of Richard D. Lara to Chief Operating Officer, while he continues to serve as General Counsel, effective immediately. The company stated this appointment reflects its focus on operational efficiency and disciplined execution amid an ongoing balance sheet restructuring with senior secured debt holders. Lara, who joined the company in 2016, will oversee day-to-day operations across radio, digital, and experiential platforms.PR NewswireSpanish Broadcasting System, Inc. Promotes Richard D. Lara to Chief Operating Officer to Advance Strategic Execution and Operational Efficiency; Will Continue as General CounselSpanish Broadcasting System announced the promotion of Richard D. Lara to Chief Operating Officer, while he continues to serve as General Counsel, reflecting the company's focus on operational efficiency and disciplined execution. Lara will oversee day-to-day operations and drive enterprise-wide coordination across radio, digital, and experiential platforms. The announcement comes as the company pursues a comprehensive balance sheet restructuring with its senior secured debt holders to strengthen its financial flexibility.YahooAnother major radio and TV brand files Chapter 11 bankruptcySpanish Broadcasting System (SBS) has filed for pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy under a Restructuring Support Agreement with major lenders, citing insufficient cash to repay $310 million in notes. The company, which operates AIRE Radio Networks, Mega TV Network, and the LaMusica digital ecosystem serving the U.S. Hispanic market, had disclosed going concern warnings in its Q2 2025 earnings. The bankruptcy filing reflects a broader trend of declining radio audiences as podcasts and streaming services have overtaken AM/FM talk radio in spoken-word audio popularity.Defense WorldSpanish Broadcasting System (OTCMKTS:SBSAA) Stock Price Crosses Below 200 Day Moving Average – Time to Sell?Spanish Broadcasting System's stock price crossed below its 200-day moving average of $0.37 during Thursday trading, reaching a low of $0.15 with 42,400 shares traded.Stock TitanSpanish Broadcasting System enters 30-day bond forbearanceSpanish Broadcasting System, Inc. has entered into a 30-day forbearance agreement with holders representing a majority of its outstanding 9.750% Senior Secured Notes that matured on March 1, 2026, after constructive discussions regarding a potential transaction to address the maturity and strengthen the company's capital structure. The agreement temporarily prevents participating bondholders from exercising certain rights and remedies arising from the notes' non-repayment. The company cautions there is no assurance any consensual transaction will be agreed to or consummated during the forbearance period.PR NewswireSpanish Broadcasting System, Inc. Enters into Forbearance Agreement with Majority Bondholders Following Notes MaturitySpanish Broadcasting System, Inc. has entered into a 30-day forbearance agreement with bondholders representing a majority of the outstanding principal on its 9.750% Senior Secured Notes, which matured on March 1, 2026. The company is engaged in constructive discussions to potentially address the note maturity and strengthen its capital structure through a consensual transaction. While negotiations are progressing, there is no assurance that any transaction will be agreed to or consummated.PR NewswireNETWORK AUDIO SALES LEADER JIM LYKE RETURNS TO SBS TO SPEARHEAD AIRE NETWORK'S NATIONAL & DIGITAL REVENUE EXPANSIONSpanish Broadcasting System (SBS) announced the appointment of Jim Lyke as Executive Vice President of Network Radio and National Digital Sales for AIRE Radio Networks, effective immediately. Lyke returns to SBS with over two decades of national network and digital sales leadership experience, most recently from senior executive roles in the national audio space. In this role, he will oversee all network and national digital revenue operations, lead integrated national revenue strategy, and drive cross-platform monetization across SBS's digital ecosystem serving Hispanic audiences.