Groupe Figaro is a major French media conglomerate and one of the oldest press groups in Europe. It is primarily built around its flagship title, Le Figaro, France's oldest national daily newspaper.
The group has diversified heavily beyond traditional print journalism:
• Le Figaro: The premier center-right national daily, founded as a satirical weekly in 1826.
• Magazines: High-circulation titles including Le Figaro Magazine (news), Madame Figaro (lifestyle), and TV Magazine.
• Digital Media: Ownership of CCM Benchmark Group, which includes popular portals like L'Internaute, Journal du Net, and Le Journal des Femmes.
• Broadcasting: Launched Le Figaro TV and Le Figaro Radio in 2023 to expand its audiovisual presence.
• Services: Operates Figaro Classifieds (recruitment and real estate), La Chaîne Météo (weather services), and travel brands like Marco Vasco.
