The earnings call highlighted significant achievements, particularly in revenue and profitability growth, successful asset divestment, and strategic partnerships, resulting in credit rating upgrades. However, there were challenges in the News Media segment and specific market conditions like the US housing market. Despite these challenges, the overall tone was positive due to strong performance in key growth areas and strategic advancements.

Company Guidance

During News Corp's second quarter fiscal 2025 earnings call, the company reported a 5% increase in revenues from continuing operations, reaching $2.24 billion, with profitability rising 20% to $478 million. Key performance metrics included a 58% increase in net income from continuing operations to $306 million and an EPS of $0.40, up from $0.28 in the prior quarter. The company's margin also improved from 18.7% to 21.4%. The Digital Real Estate segment saw a 13% revenue increase to $473 million, while Dow Jones revenue grew 3% to $600 million. Book Publishing revenue expanded 8% to $595 million. News Corp plans to sell Foxtel for AUD 3.4 billion, which will enhance its balance sheet and maintain a 6% stake in DAZN. The company expects the transaction to close in the second half of the fiscal year, subject to regulatory approvals.

Revenue and Profitability Growth

Revenues on a continuing operations basis increased 5% to $2.24 billion, while profitability rose 20% to $478 million. Net income from continuing operations surged 58% to $306 million compared to the same quarter in the previous year.

Foxtel Sale to DAZN

News Corp agreed to sell Foxtel to DAZN for AUD 3.4 billion, which is approximately seven times Foxtel's fiscal 2024 EBITDA. This transaction is expected to have a meaningful impact on News Corp's balance sheet.

Credit Rating Upgrade

Following the Foxtel sale agreement, both S&P Global and Moody's upgraded News Corp's credit rating to investment grade.

Digital Real Estate Segment Performance

Digital Real Estate revenue increased 13% to $473 million and segment EBITDA margin by 26% to $185 million. Realtor.com saw accelerated growth in rental, seller, and new homes revenues.

Dow Jones Growth

Dow Jones revenue grew 3% to $600 million, with segment EBITDA expanding 7% to $174 million. Digital circulation revenue grew at its fastest pace in two years.

Book Publishing Success

Book Publishing reported revenue growth of 8% to $595 million and segment EBITDA surged 19% to $101 million. Audio revenue increased by 13%.

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News Corp (NWSA) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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NWSA Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
May 08, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.15 / -	0.11	―	―	―
Feb 05, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.31 / 0.33	0.26	26.92% (+0.07)	―
Nov 07, 2024	2025 (Q1)	0.17 / 0.21	0.16	31.25% (+0.05)	―
Aug 08, 2024	2024 (Q4)	0.16 / 0.17	0.14	21.43% (+0.03)	―
May 08, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.11 / 0.11	0.09	22.22% (+0.02)	―
Feb 07, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.22 / 0.26	0.14	85.71% (+0.12)	―
Nov 09, 2023	2024 (Q1)	0.12 / 0.16	0.12	33.33% (+0.04)	―
Aug 10, 2023	2023 (Q4)	0.09 / 0.14	0.37	-62.16% (-0.23)	―
May 11, 2023	2023 (Q3)	0.05 / 0.09	0.16	-43.75% (-0.07)	―
Feb 09, 2023	2023 (Q2)	0.20 / 0.14	0.44	-68.18% (-0.30)	―

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NWSA Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Feb 05, 2025	$28.78	$28.50	-0.97%
Nov 07, 2024	$29.16	$29.52	+1.23%
Aug 08, 2024	$26.68	$27.63	+3.56%
May 08, 2024	$24.05	$24.69	+2.66%

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