Quarterly numbers soar at Alliance Atlantis

TORONTO – With this as the last set of publicly released financials from Alliance Atlantis prior to its sale, the company departs on a high note. For the second quarter ended June 30th 2007, net earnings for the company that owns a roster of 13 specialty channels (Showcase, HGTV, History and others) and the mega-earning CSI franchise, increased 65% compared to Q2 2006 to $43.0 million. Q2 broadcasting revenue increased 12% compared to the prior year's quarter to $85.9 million. Advertising and subscriber revenue in the quarter increased 14% to $49.1 million and 10% to $36.3 million, respectively Broadcasting EBITDA...