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News Corporation Initiates US$1 Billion Stock Buy-Back Program

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  • News Corporation operates in the media industry, offering news and information services.
  • The company plans a US$1 billion buy-back of its Nasdaq-listed stock to enhance shareholder value.
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News Corporation Initiates US$1 Billion Stock Buy-Back Program

News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh ( (AU:NWS) ) just unveiled an announcement.

News Corporation has announced a buy-back program for its Nasdaq-listed Class A and Class B common stock, with plans to repurchase up to an aggregate of US$1 billion. This strategic move is subject to market conditions and aims to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of outstanding shares, potentially increasing earnings per share and signaling confidence in the company’s future prospects.

More about News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh

News Corporation operates within the media industry, focusing on the production and distribution of news and information services. The company is known for its diverse portfolio of assets, including newspapers, digital real estate services, book publishing, and cable network programming, with a significant market presence in the United States and Australia.

YTD Price Performance: -3.89%

Average Trading Volume: 189,357

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: A$25.7B

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