On Jul 2, 2014, we issued an updated research report on Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. ( SNI ). Despite increased service and selling expenses, the company is witnessing substantial growth in Advertising and Affiliate-fee revenues at its flagship Lifestyle Media business. Scripps Networks also saw higher segmental profits mainly due to strong rating upgrades. Scripps Networks has delivered positive earnings surprises in three quarters last year, with an average beat of 1.41%. The company reported financial results for the first quarter of 2014 wherein the bottom line surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate while the top line was on par with the same. Scripps Networks is a pure-play lifestyle cable network with six channels and has operations across 200 countries. All these cable channels have loyal audiences, who also view Scripps Networks content on several non-TV platforms.