AMC Global Media Appoints Hozefa Lokhandwala as Chief Financial Officer
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AMC Global Media (NASDAQ: AMCX) appointed Hozefa Lokhandwala as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 16, 2026. He reports to CEO Kristin Dolan and is based in New York.
Lokhandwala’s background spans senior roles at Vice Media Group, J.P. Morgan, MSG Networks and extensive M&A and finance experience.
The company notes recent double-digit streaming revenue growth, robust free cash flow and streaming as its largest domestic revenue source.
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- Appointment of experienced CFO Hozefa Lokhandwala effective June 16, 2026
- Over two decades of media, strategy and investment banking experience
- Prior senior roles at Vice Media Group and J.P. Morgan investment banking
- Recent double-digit streaming revenue growth reported
- Robust free cash flow cited alongside streaming momentum
- Streaming is now the largest source of domestic revenue
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- None.
News Market Reaction – AMCX
In the Jun 17 session, AMCX declined 2.82%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 6 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 08 | Q1 2026 earnings | Positive | +2.8% | Q1 results with streaming growth, solid free cash flow and ASR announcement. |
| Apr 20 | Earnings call date | Neutral | -0.9% | Announcement of timetable and access details for Q1 2026 earnings call. |
| Apr 08 | Franchise merchandise deal | Positive | -0.4% | The Walking Dead Mini Museum collaboration for limited-edition prop collection. |
| Mar 26 | Debt redemption | Positive | -0.1% | Full redemption plans for 10.25% Senior Secured Notes due 2029. |
| Mar 06 | Note amendment consent | Positive | -3.0% | Consent solicitation success amending 10.50% 2032 notes, enabling equity repurchases. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent company news, especially strategic and balance sheet actions, has often been met with flat-to-negative moves, even when fundamentals (cash generation, streaming growth, debt reduction) appeared constructive.
Over the past few months, AMC Global Media has focused on balance sheet management, streaming transition, and brand evolution. Q1 2026 results on May 8 showed net revenues of $542.1M, Adjusted Operating Income of $69.0M, and free cash flow of $64.8M, alongside an announced $30M accelerated share repurchase and debt exchanges. Earlier, the company redeemed its 10.25% 2029 notes and amended 10.50% 2032 notes, while also rebranding to AMC Global Media Inc. Today’s CFO appointment and emphasis on streaming growth and franchise strength fit into this ongoing strategic and financial repositioning.
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NEW YORK, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Global Media Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) announced Hozefa Lokhandwala has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer, effective today. Lokhandwala joins AMC Global Media with more than two decades of financial leadership experience across media, corporate strategy and investment banking. He will be based in New York and will report to AMC Global Media’s CEO Kristin Dolan.
“Hozefa is a highly respected and accomplished media executive with the financial discipline, industry expertise and strategic perspective to help guide AMC Global Media during this dynamic period in our industry,” said Dolan. “We look forward to benefiting from his leadership and experience as we continue to advance our strategic priorities and position the company for long-term success.”
“AMC Global Media is behind some of my favorite television shows of all time, and I have long admired its rare combination of celebrated storytelling, valuable IP and disciplined strategic focus,” said Lokhandwala. “I’m thrilled to join Kristin and the leadership team at this exciting moment and to help leverage the company’s strong collection of assets as it continues to build on its momentum.”
Lokhandwala most recently served as an Independent Director for MSG Networks. Prior to MSG Networks, he worked at Vice Media Group serving as Co-Chief Executive Officer after joining as Chief Strategy Officer in 2018.
Earlier in his career, Lokhandwala served as a Managing Director in the Media Investment Banking Group at J.P. Morgan, where as Head of Content & Entertainment Investment Banking he advised media clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and corporate finance matters across diversified media, programming networks, film and entertainment, gaming, music and digital media. Before joining J.P. Morgan, he was an investment banker in the Media & Entertainment Group at Bear Stearns and also worked in the Business & Finance group at Morgan Lewis, advising on M&A and finance transactions. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, a JD from Brooklyn Law School and a BA from Oberlin College. He also serves on the Board of Trustees for Oberlin College, including as Chair of the Risk Management & Audit Committee.
Lokhandwala succeeds Patrick O’Connell, the company’s former Chief Financial Officer who stepped down in March as part of a planned departure announced in January.
The appointment comes as AMC Global Media continues to build momentum across its business. The company recently reported another quarter of double-digit streaming revenue growth and robust free cash flow, highlighting continued progress across its targeted streaming portfolio which is now the company’s largest source of domestic revenue. The company also continues to build on the strength of its owned franchises and fan-focused strategy, including the recent premiere of Anne Rice’s The Vampire Lestat on AMC and AMC+, which generated strong early audience engagement and critical acclaim, further demonstrating the company’s ability to create high-quality, franchise-driven programming with broad cultural resonance.
About AMC Global Media
AMC Global Media is the ultimate destination for premier storytelling, known for some of the most celebrated original content in television and film history. The Company creates and curates celebrated series and films across distinct brands and makes them available to audiences everywhere. Its portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK, HIDIVE and ALL REALITY; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, SundanceTV and We TV; film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films; AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operation; and AMC Networks International, its international programming business.
| Media Contact: | Investor Contact: |
| Georgia Juvelis | Nicholas Seibert |
| Georgia.juvelis@amcglobalmedia.com | Nicholas.seibert@amcglobalmedia.com |
