Pocket FM eyes 15%-20% EBITDA margin, global expansion with AI-led content push

Indian audio service Pocket FM plans to raise EBITDA margin from ~5% to 15–20%, using AI in about 90% of content production. The company launched the AI platform Sherpa for writing long stories and plans to enter Japan and South Korea in 6–8 months.

• EBITDA margin target is 15–20% versus current around 5%
• AI is used in 80–90% of creative processes and 90% of production
• Service ARR exceeded $500 million, total funding raised $196 million
• Entry into Japan and South Korea planned in 6–8 months