The earnings call highlights a strong performance with increased revenue and profitability, driven by Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services. However, challenges in the Book Publishing segment and mixed advertising trends present areas of concern. The overall sentiment is cautiously optimistic, given the strategic initiatives to drive future growth.

Company Guidance

During News Corp's first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings call, the company reported a 2% increase in revenue to $2.14 billion compared to the previous year, with total segment EBITDA rising by 5% to $340 million. Net income from continuing operations grew slightly to $150 million, up from $149 million, while adjusted EPS increased from $0.20 to $0.22. Dow Jones experienced a 10% rise in EBITDA and a 6% revenue increase, driven by a 16% surge in Risk & Compliance revenues. Digital Real Estate Services saw a 9% revenue boost at Realtor.com, while the segment's overall margin rose to 33%. Despite challenges in Book Publishing, including a $13 million write-off, recent sales trends showed improvement. News Media's revenue grew by 1%, and EBITDA rose significantly by 67%, with digital advertising at the New York Post increasing 23%. The company continues to focus on maximizing shareholder value, highlighted by a substantial acceleration in its share buyback program, repurchasing shares at approximately $2.5 million per day.

Revenue and Profitability Increase

News Corp's revenue rose 2% to $2.14 billion, and total segment EBITDA increased by 5% to $340 million. Net income from continuing operations was $150 million, up from $149 million last year.

Dow Jones Performance

Dow Jones EBITDA rose 10% compared to a year earlier, following a 6% increase in revenue. Risk & Compliance revenues surged 16%, and Dow Jones Energy revenues were up 7%.

Growth in Digital Real Estate Services

Digital Real Estate Services saw a 9% revenue boost year-on-year, with a 33% margin, up from 30.6% last year. Realtor.com delivered a 9% revenue boost.

Strong Digital Subscription Growth

Digital-only subscriptions to The Wall Street Journal surged 11%, and digital circulation revenues increased from 72% to 75% of total circulation revenues.

Improved Profit Margins

Overall margins improved by 40 basis points to 15.9%, with 89% of profits from Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services.

Significant Share Buyback

The company accelerated its share buyback program, repurchasing at a rate of approximately $2.5 million per day, over 4x the previous pace.

News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh (AU:NWS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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AU:NWS Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Feb 11, 2026	2026 (Q2)	0.57 / -	0.526	―	―	―
Nov 06, 2025	2026 (Q1)	0.30 / 0.34	0.318	6.92% (+0.02)	―	―
Aug 05, 2025	2025 (Q4)	0.31 / 0.29	0.258	13.57% (+0.03)	―	―
May 08, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.22 / 0.27	0.166	59.64% (+0.10)	―	―
Feb 05, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.50 / 0.53	0.401	31.17% (+0.13)	―	―
Nov 07, 2024	2025 (Q1)	0.25 / 0.32	0.252	26.19% (+0.07)	―	―
Aug 08, 2024	2024 (Q4)	0.24 / 0.26	0.215	20.00% (+0.04)	―	―
May 08, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.17 / 0.17	0.135	22.96% (+0.03)	―	―
Feb 07, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.34 / 0.40	0.202	98.51% (+0.20)	―	―
Nov 09, 2023	2024 (Q1)	0.18 / 0.25	0.186	35.48% (+0.07)	―	―

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AU:NWS Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Nov 06, 2025	AU$44.99	AU$46.35	+3.02%
Aug 05, 2025	AU$52.44	AU$55.14	+5.15%
May 08, 2025	AU$50.53	AU$52.97	+4.83%
Feb 05, 2025	AU$52.88	AU$55.93	+5.77%

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FAQ

When does News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh (AU:NWS) report earnings?

News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh (AU:NWS) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 11, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).

What is News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh (AU:NWS) earnings time?

News Corporation Shs B Chess Depository Interests repr 1 Sh (AU:NWS) earnings time is at Feb 11, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).

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What is AU:NWS EPS forecast?

AU:NWS EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.57.

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