Medialivre

Medialivre S.A.—previously known as Cofina Media—is a prominent Portuguese media group established in 1995, with its main office located in Porto.

Group brands

Medialivre is responsible for publishing four newspapers: Correio da Manhã, Record, Jornal de Negócios, and Destak. Its portfolio also includes two print magazines, Sábado and TV Guia, as well as two digital People magazines, Flash! and Máxima.

The corporation manages two television channels: CMTV, ranking as the fourth most-watched generalist channel in Portugal, and News Now, which holds the position of the fourth largest news-focused channel. In November 2024, Medialivre expanded into radio broadcasting by launching CM Rádio.

History

On October 26, 2023, a consortium of investors, among them football entrepreneur Cristiano Ronaldo, completed the acquisition of Medialivre via the Portuguese firm Expressão Livre. The company’s rebranding to Medialivre was publicly introduced on December 14, 2023, featuring a refreshed logo that underscores a commitment to sustainability and a people-centric business approach. Ronaldo’s participation signals strategic leadership aimed at broadening the company’s market presence and driving its growth trajectory.