Allen Media Group Retains Moelis for Television Station Sale

Deal News | Jun 02, 2025 | EIN

Allen Media Group Retains Moelis for Television Station Sale

Byron Allen's Allen Media Group (AMG) has engaged Moelis & Company LLC, an independent investment bank, to aid in selling its group of television stations affiliated with major networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX across 21 U.S. markets. This strategic move aims to maximize asset value and reduce company debt by evaluating financial alternatives. Over the past six years, AMG invested over $1 billion in acquiring these stations and is now considering proposals from potential buyers to achieve a substantial return on investment. The sale reflects AMG's strategy to leverage asset divestment to improve its financial structure. Founded in 1993, AMG is a major independent entity, owning 28 network-affiliated stations and ten 24-hour HD networks serving millions. Moelis & Company will provide strategic advice on this transaction, leveraging its global expertise in diverse industry sectors to assist AMG in achieving its financial and strategic goals.

Sectors

  • Media and Entertainment
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • United States – The television stations owned by Allen Media Group, which are the focus of the sale, operate across 21 U.S. markets.

Industry

  • Media and Entertainment – The article centers around the sale of television stations, a critical segment of the media and entertainment industry.
  • Financial Services – Moelis & Company's involvement as a financial advisor situates the article within the financial services industry, focusing on corporate finance and advisory roles.

Financials

  • $1 billion – The amount invested by Allen Media Group over the last six years to acquire the television stations being considered for sale.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Allen Media GroupTarget CompanyCompanyA leading media company founded by Byron Allen, involved in owning and operating television stations and networks.
Moelis & Company LLCFinancial AdvisorCompanyA global independent investment bank advising on strategic financial transactions, including the sale of AMG's television stations.
Byron AllenCEOPersonFounder and Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group, facilitating the sale of the company's television assets.