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CAU 13:01
Centaur Media
Sale of The Lawyer
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CAU 06:01
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Agreement for the sale of Marketing Week
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**Summary**
Centaur Media plc announced the unconditional sale of MWCR Limited, the operating company of *Marketing Week*, *Festival of Marketing*, and *Creative Review*, to Haymarket Media Group Limited for £3.9 million in cash. This transaction is part of Centaurs strategic review initiated in December 2024 to maximize shareholder value, following earlier sales of MiniMBA and *The Lawyer*. The proceeds will increase Centaurs pro forma net cash balance to approximately £71 million, with plans to return capital to shareholders after consultation. The sale aligns with Centaurs focus on its remaining businesses, Econsultancy and The Influencer Group, while restructuring central functions to reduce costs. Executive Chair Martin Rowland emphasized the progress in the strategic review and the benefits to stakeholders.
CAU 06:01
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Conditional agreement for the sale of The Lawyer
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**Summary**
Centaur Media plc has announced a conditional agreement to sell its subsidiary, The Lawyer, to Lighthouse Bidco Limited (parent company of Legal Benchmarking Limited) for an enterprise value of £43 million. This transaction is part of Centaurs strategic review to maximize shareholder value, following the earlier sale of MiniMBA in July 2025. The sale represents a 16x multiple of The Lawyers FY24 operating profit and is expected to complete around early October 2025, subject to financing and other conditions.
**Key Points**
1. **Transaction Details**
**Enterprise Value** £43 million (16x FY24 operating profit).
**Consideration** Cash-free, debt-free basis, with adjustments for working capital and cash profits.
**Completion** Expected early October 2025, conditional on financing and deliverables.
2. **Strategic Rationale**
Part of Centaurs review to maximize shareholder value, following the sale of MiniMBA.
Unlocks significant cash for shareholders, with plans to consult on returning proceeds.
Legal Benchmarking Group seen as a strong strategic acquirer for The Lawyers growth.
3. **Financial Impact**
The Lawyer contributed £8.9 million in revenue and £2.6 million in operating profit in 2024.
Post-sale, Centaur will focus on its seven remaining marketing brands, with centralized cost savings planned.
4. **Shareholder Value**
Net cash position of £24.5 million as of September 9, 2025.
Proceeds to be returned to shareholders after completion, with consultation on the method.
5. **Risks and Considerations**
Transaction may delay or fail if financing conditions are not met.
Potential reputational impact if the sale does not complete.
Post-sale, Centaur will be less diversified, potentially impacting investor attractiveness.
6. **Next Steps**
Completion expected early October, with further announcements as needed.
Shareholders to be consulted on the return of capital post-completion.
**Conclusion**
The sale of The Lawyer marks a significant step in Centaur Medias strategic review, aimed at maximizing shareholder value through divestment of non-core assets. The transaction is expected to provide substantial cash proceeds, which will be returned to shareholders, while positioning the remaining group for focused growth in the marketing sector. Completion is subject to customary conditions, with potential risks primarily centered around financing and reputational considerations.
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CAU 06:01
Centaur Media
Interim results for the 6 months ended 30 Jun 2025
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CAU 13:01
Centaur Media
Sale of The Lawyer
CAU 06:01
Centaur Media
Agreement for the sale of Marketing Week
Open AI Digest
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**Summary**
Centaur Media plc announced the unconditional sale of MWCR Limited, the operating company of *Marketing Week*, *Festival of Marketing*, and *Creative Review*, to Haymarket Media Group Limited for £3.9 million in cash. This transaction is part of Centaurs strategic review initiated in December 2024 to maximize shareholder value, following earlier sales of MiniMBA and *The Lawyer*. The proceeds will increase Centaurs pro forma net cash balance to approximately £71 million, with plans to return capital to shareholders after consultation. The sale aligns with Centaurs focus on its remaining businesses, Econsultancy and The Influencer Group, while restructuring central functions to reduce costs. Executive Chair Martin Rowland emphasized the progress in the strategic review and the benefits to stakeholders.
CAU 06:01
Centaur Media
Interim results for the 6 months ended 30 Jun 2025
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CAU 06:01
Centaur Media
Conditional agreement for the sale of The Lawyer
Open AI Digest
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**Summary**
Centaur Media plc has announced a conditional agreement to sell its subsidiary, The Lawyer, to Lighthouse Bidco Limited (parent company of Legal Benchmarking Limited) for an enterprise value of £43 million. This transaction is part of Centaurs strategic review to maximize shareholder value, following the earlier sale of MiniMBA in July 2025. The sale represents a 16x multiple of The Lawyers FY24 operating profit and is expected to complete around early October 2025, subject to financing and other conditions.
**Key Points**
1. **Transaction Details**
**Enterprise Value** £43 million (16x FY24 operating profit).
**Consideration** Cash-free, debt-free basis, with adjustments for working capital and cash profits.
**Completion** Expected early October 2025, conditional on financing and deliverables.
2. **Strategic Rationale**
Part of Centaurs review to maximize shareholder value, following the sale of MiniMBA.
Unlocks significant cash for shareholders, with plans to consult on returning proceeds.
Legal Benchmarking Group seen as a strong strategic acquirer for The Lawyers growth.
3. **Financial Impact**
The Lawyer contributed £8.9 million in revenue and £2.6 million in operating profit in 2024.
Post-sale, Centaur will focus on its seven remaining marketing brands, with centralized cost savings planned.
4. **Shareholder Value**
Net cash position of £24.5 million as of September 9, 2025.
Proceeds to be returned to shareholders after completion, with consultation on the method.
5. **Risks and Considerations**
Transaction may delay or fail if financing conditions are not met.
Potential reputational impact if the sale does not complete.
Post-sale, Centaur will be less diversified, potentially impacting investor attractiveness.
6. **Next Steps**
Completion expected early October, with further announcements as needed.
Shareholders to be consulted on the return of capital post-completion.
**Conclusion**
The sale of The Lawyer marks a significant step in Centaur Medias strategic review, aimed at maximizing shareholder value through divestment of non-core assets. The transaction is expected to provide substantial cash proceeds, which will be returned to shareholders, while positioning the remaining group for focused growth in the marketing sector. Completion is subject to customary conditions, with potential risks primarily centered around financing and reputational considerations.

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Market Cap
1683914
Enterprise Value
47894018
Public Float
955.56
Broker Target
40
Shares Out
14032615
Long Interest
-
Short Interest
-
Exchange
LSE
Currency Code
GBX
ISIN
GB0034291418
Market
LSE - MAIN MARKET
Sector
Media
Float / Shares Ratio
-
Short vs Long Delta
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EV / Market Cap
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Divi Rate
0.02
Ex Divi
2025-10-09
Earnings Date
2026-03-18
Net Debt
97000.0
Cash
928000.0
EPS
-0.08
Net Income
-9586000.0
Revenue
35116000.0
Enterprise Value
47894018
Trailing PE
-
Forward PE
17.0648
Price Sales TTM
0.0491
Price Book MRQ
0.0546
EV Revenue
0.2668
EV EBITDA
4.5904

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Director + TR1 flow
Last Held Position
-
Public Hands
-
Institutions
52.3959
Institutions As Of
2026-04-07
Avg Broker Target
-
Upside Vs Price
-
Purchase Director Dealing
0
Sale Director Dealing
2
Purchase TR1
5
Sale TR1
10
Broker Coverage Rows
0
Institution Holders Tracked
7
Public Vs Institutional Ownership (3D)
Top Institution Holders (Latest Per Holder)
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