Iheartmedia (IHRT)
NASDAQ:IHRT
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 30, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.28Last Year’s EPS
-0.54Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Sell
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call showed solid top-line growth led by digital and podcasting (double-digit revenue growth and strong programmatic targets), meaningful structural positives (additional cost saves and significant tax-driven cash preservation), and reaffirmed full-year EBITDA and free cash flow guidance. Offsetting these positives were a near-term EBITDA miss, Multiplatform Group EBITDA weakness, compressed DAG Q1 margins, negative Q1 free cash flow, and elevated net leverage. The company presented clear remediation actions (cost reductions, programmatic expansion, tapering of noncash marketing) and drivers for second-half recovery, leaving an overall cautiously optimistic tone.Company Guidance
Consolidated Revenue Growth
Q1 consolidated revenue of $884 million, up 9.6% year-over-year (9.3% ex-political), in line with guidance (high single digits).
Digital Audio Group Momentum
Digital Audio Group revenue of $327 million, up 18% YoY and slightly ahead of guidance; Q1 DAG adjusted EBITDA $87 million (flat YoY) and Q1 DAG margins 26.5% with full-year margins expected in the mid-30s.
Strong Podcast Performance
Podcast revenue $147 million, up 26.9% YoY (above guidance of low-20s); company cited #1 podcast publisher and sales network rankings (Podtrac, Triton); ~50% of podcast revenue sourced from local sales force.
Programmatic and Digital Growth Targets
Company reaffirmed full-year programmatic revenue target of ~$200 million in 2026 (approximately +50% vs $135 million in 2025) and expects continued programmatic expansion driven by partnerships with Amazon DSP, Yahoo, Google DV360 and broadcast inventory integration.
Cost Savings and Tax Benefit
Announced additional $50 million of annualized cost savings to begin in H2 2026 (in addition to previously announced $100 million savings) and expects cash taxes effectively eliminated for 2026 and next few years under current tax rules, preserving an estimated $150–$200 million of cash from 2026–2028.
Audio & Media Services Outperformance
Audio and Media Services Group revenue $67 million, up 12.2% YoY (13% ex-political), and adjusted EBITDA $24 million, up 54.7% YoY.
Reaffirmed Full-Year Financial Targets
Company reaffirmed full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance of $800 million and free cash flow guidance of $200 million; Q2 adjusted EBITDA guide $140–$160 million with consolidated revenue expected up low single digits.
Strategic Partnerships and Content Leverage
Highlighted strategic wins and cross-promotion value (e.g., Netflix and TikTok partnerships, video podcast opportunities) and use of broadcast radio to drive podcast and platform engagement.
IHRT Earnings History
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Missed
IHRT Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 11, 2026 | $5.49 | $4.85 | -11.66% |
Mar 02, 2026 | $3.10 | $2.94 | -5.00% |
Nov 10, 2025 | $4.57 | $4.30 | -5.91% |
Aug 11, 2025 | $1.63 | $2.03 | +24.54% |
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FAQ
When does Iheartmedia (IHRT) report earnings?
Iheartmedia (IHRT) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 30, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is IHRT EPS forecast?
IHRT EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is -0.28.