RTL Group S.A.

RRTL · Communication Services

About RTL Group S.A. (RRTL)

RTL Group S.A. is a Broadcasting company operating in the Communication Services sector. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. RRTL has been publicly traded since 2007, giving it 19+ years of trading history.

RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) has been publicly traded since 2007, making it a 19-year-old public company. It operates in the Broadcasting industry within the Communication Services sector. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg and employs approximately 12,941 people. With a market capitalization of €5.7 billion, RRTL is a mid-sized company with growth potential.

RRTL trades on the German stock exchanges (XETRA/Frankfurt) and is classified as a mid-cap-cap stock with a market capitalization of approximately €5.7 billion. The company employs approximately 12,941 people worldwide.

Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Broadcasting
Headquarters
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
IPO Year
2007

Key Statistics

Current Price
€37.15
Market Cap
€5.75B
52-Week High
€38.90
52-Week Low
€30.15
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Broadcasting

RRTL Investment Performance

RRTL has gained 7.8% year-to-date in 2026. Over the past 5 years, a €1,000 investment in RRTL would have grown to €1,129, representing a 12.9% total return. Since its IPO in 2007, a €1,000 investment would now be worth €2,078.

€1,000 Invested in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL)

1 Year
€1,144
+14%
3 Years
€1,049
+5%
5 Years
€1,129
+13%
10 Years
€953
+-5%
Since IPO
€2,078
+108%

How much would €1,000 invested in RRTL be worth today?

What would €1,000 invested in RRTL 1 year ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) in 2025 would be worth €1,144 as of March 2026, representing a +14.4% total return.

What would €1,000 invested in RRTL 3 years ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) in 2023 would be worth €1,049 as of March 2026, representing a +4.9% total return.

What would €1,000 invested in RRTL 5 years ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) in 2021 would be worth €1,129 as of March 2026, representing a +12.9% total return.

What would €1,000 invested in RRTL 10 years ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) in 2016 would be worth €953 as of March 2026, representing a -4.7% total return.

What would €1,000 invested in RRTL at IPO be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) at IPO would be worth €2,078 as of March 2026, representing a +107.8% total return.

Monthly Returns Heatmap

Avg Monthly Return
+0.63%
Positive Months
97
44% of 221
Negative Months
75
34% of 221
Data Period
18+ years
221 months
Best Performers
Best month ever: May 2010 (+37.9%)
Best month on avg: January (+3.0%)
Worst Performers
Worst month ever: Oct 2008 (-40.8%)
Worst month on avg: October (-2.4%)

Over the past 18+ years (221 months), RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) has averaged a monthly return of +0.63% with a median return of +0.00%. The stock had 97 positive months (44%) and 75 negative months (34%). The best month in RRTL's history was May 2010 with a +37.9% return, while the worst was October 2008 at -40.8%. Historically, January tends to be the strongest month (averaging +3.0%), and October the weakest (-2.4%).

RRTL's longest winning streak was 8 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 6 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2010 with a cumulative return of +65.3%, and the worst was 2018 at -27.3%.

Annual Returns

Over 19 years of trading history, RTL Group S.A. (RRTL) has delivered an average annual return of +7.20% with a median return of +1.77%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +3.93%. The stock posted gains in 11 years (58%) and losses in 8 years (42%).

RRTL's best year was 2010 with a +78.96% gain, while the worst was 2008 at -36.61%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 5, and the longest losing streak was 3 years. RRTL achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 4 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 3 years.

Avg Return
+7.20%
Best Year
2010 (+78.96%)
Worst Year
2008 (-36.61%)
Positive Years
11/19
Year Return Start End
2026 +7.84% €34.45 €37.15
2025 +37.88% €24.99 €34.45
2024 -15.91% €29.71 €24.99
2023 -3.35% €30.74 €29.71
2022 -5.91% €32.67 €30.74
2021 +24.82% €26.18 €32.67
2020 -9.64% €28.97 €26.18
2019 +0.03% €28.96 €28.97
2018 -26.18% €39.24 €28.96
2017 +1.77% €38.55 €39.24
2016 -4.39% €40.33 €38.55
2015 +2.57% €39.32 €40.33
2014 -8.28% €42.86 €39.32
2013 +71.67% €24.97 €42.86
2012 +8.22% €23.07 €24.97
2011 +4.31% €22.12 €23.07
2010 +78.96% €12.36 €22.12
2009 +9.09% €11.33 €12.36
2008 -36.61% €17.87 €11.33

RRTL Investment Analysis: Valuation, Risk & Dividends

Key factors to consider when evaluating RTL Group S.A. as an investment

Valuation

RRTL currently trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 23.8, which is considered moderate relative to the broader market. The forward P/E of 14.4 suggests analysts expect earnings to be lower in the coming year. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.5. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.9.

Dividends

RTL Group S.A. pays a dividend to shareholders with a current yield of 6.89%. This translates to €2.50 per share annually. The payout ratio of 2% indicates sustainable dividend coverage.

Risk & Volatility

RRTL has a beta of 0.84, indicating it is similarly volatile to the overall market. The stock's 52-week range is €30.15 to €38.90, and it currently trades in the upper half of its 52-week range.

Analyst Ratings

Based on 6 analyst opinions, RRTL has a consensus "hold" rating. The average price target of €34.50 suggests 7.1% downside from current levels.

Frequently Asked Questions: RRTL

What sector is RRTL in?

RRTL operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Broadcasting industry. This sector includes telecom companies, media firms, and interactive entertainment businesses.

How has RRTL performed historically?

Over 19 years of trading history, RRTL has posted gains in 11 years (58% of the time). The best year was 2010 with a +79.0% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

How can I invest in RRTL?

You can invest in RRTL through any brokerage account that offers access to German exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold RRTL.

Does RRTL pay dividends?

RTL Group S.A. pays a dividend to shareholders with a current yield of 6.89%. This translates to €2.50 per share annually. The payout ratio of 2% indicates sustainable dividend coverage.

What does RTL Group S.A. do?

RTL Group S.A. is a Broadcasting company operating in the Communication Services sector. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.

What sector is RRTL in?

RRTL operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Broadcasting industry.

When did RRTL go public?

RTL Group S.A. went public in 2007, making it a 19-year-old public company as of 2026.

How much would €1,000 invested in RRTL 5 years ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RRTL five years ago would be worth approximately €1,129 today, representing a 12.9% return.

How much would €1,000 invested in RRTL 10 years ago be worth today?

A €1,000 investment in RRTL ten years ago would be worth approximately €953 today, representing a -4.7% total return over the decade.

What is RRTL's 3-year return?

Over the past 3 years, RRTL has returned 4.9%. A €1,000 investment would have grown to €1,049.

How much would €1,000 invested in RRTL at IPO be worth today?

If you invested €1,000 in RRTL at its IPO in 2007, it would be worth approximately €2,078 today, a 107.8% return over 19 years.

Does RRTL pay dividends?

Yes, RTL Group S.A. pays a dividend with a current yield of 6.89%, which is €2.5 per share annually.

What is RRTL's market cap?

RTL Group S.A. has a market capitalization of €5.7 billion, classifying it as a mid-cap company.

What is RRTL's P/E ratio?

RRTL has a trailing P/E ratio of 23.8 and a forward P/E of 14.4, which measures how much investors are paying per dollar of earnings.

Is RRTL a buy, hold, or sell?

Based on 6 opinions, RRTL has a consensus "hold" rating. The average price target is €34.5.

Last updated: 3/15/2026