All Brands Owned by Telegraph Media Group Limited

Who owns Telegraph Media Group?
Axel Springer SE, a German media company, completed its acquisition of Telegraph Media Group on June 30, 2026 for approximately £575 million ($766 million). Prior to the acquisition, the company was owned by the Barclay family through Penultimate Investment Holdings Limited. The Barclays had owned the Telegraph since 2004 but lost control in 2023 after defaulting on loans from Lloyds Banking Group.

Is Telegraph Media Group publicly traded?
No. Telegraph Media Group is a private company and is not listed on any stock exchange. Its parent company, Axel Springer SE, is also privately held, controlled by the Springer family and U.S. private equity firm KKR.

When was Telegraph Media Group founded?
The Daily Telegraph newspaper was founded on June 29, 1855 by Arthur B. Sleigh. The current corporate structure, Telegraph Media Group Limited, was established in 2004 when the Barclay brothers acquired the newspaper group. The company was reorganized as Telegraph Media Group Holdings Limited in September 2024.

Who is the CEO of Telegraph Media Group?
Anna Jones serves as Chief Executive Officer of Telegraph Media Group. She led the company through the ownership transition period from 2023 to 2026, including the RedBird IMI, DMGT, and Axel Springer sale processes.

What is Telegraph Media Group's revenue?
Telegraph Media Group reported turnover of £279.4 million in 2024, a 1.2% increase from the prior year. Digital subscription revenue was £81.1 million, and digital advertising revenue was £20 million. The operating profit margin was 20%.

How many subscribers does the Telegraph have?
The Telegraph had 1,086,000 total subscriptions as of December 2024, including 842,000 digital subscriptions and approximately 244,000 print subscriptions. The company was on track for 19% growth in digital subscribers in 2025.

What brands does Telegraph Media Group own?
Telegraph Media Group publishes The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, The Telegraph Magazine, telegraph.co.uk, and the Telegraph mobile app. The company also owns Chelsea Magazine Company, a specialist magazine publisher.