News Corporation Class B ( (NWS) ) has released its Q4 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information News Corporation Class B presented to its investors.
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News Corporation, a global media and information services company, operates across various sectors including news, digital real estate services, and book publishing, with a significant presence in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
In its fiscal year 2025 earnings report, News Corporation announced a 2% increase in full-year revenues to $8.45 billion, driven by growth in its Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones, and Book Publishing segments. The company also reported a substantial 71% increase in net income from continuing operations, reaching $648 million.
Key financial highlights include a 14% rise in Total Segment EBITDA to $1.42 billion and a 5% increase in fourth-quarter Total Segment EBITDA to $322 million. The Dow Jones segment achieved record revenues of $2.33 billion, while the REA Group posted record revenues of $1.25 billion. Additionally, News Corporation announced a new $1 billion stock repurchase program, emphasizing its strong financial position.
Despite challenges in the News Media segment, which saw a decline in revenues, the company’s strategic focus on digital growth and cost-saving initiatives contributed to its overall positive performance. The Book Publishing segment also showed resilience with a 3% increase in full-year revenues.
Looking ahead, News Corporation’s management remains optimistic about its financial strength and strategic initiatives, including the accelerated stock repurchase program, which underscores confidence in the company’s future growth and shareholder value enhancement.