In 2025, Ster remitted €167 million to the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, which is lower than in 2024 but exceeds the budget, while the structural level of €200 million no longer appears feasible. Legal restrictions prevent the sale of online video advertisements to commercial parties, meaning Ster cannot adapt to changing viewing habits. CEO Frank Volmer states that Ster's market share fell from 13.1% to 3.3%, while major digital platforms are diverting media spending abroad. For 2026, Ster expects stable revenue thanks to the Winter Olympics and the FIFA World Cup, although declining linear viewing time remains a structural problem.