News Corp

News Corp. is a media and information services company, which engages in the creation and distribution of content and other services. It operates through the following segments: Digital Real Estate Services, Subscription Video Services, Dow Jones, Book Publishing, News Media, and Other. The Digital Real Estate Services segment refers to the firm’s interest in the REA Group, a company with operations focused on property and property-related advertising and services, as well as financial services. The Subscription Video Services segment provides sports, entertainment and news services to pay-TV and streaming subscribers and other commercial licensees, primarily via cable, satellite and internet distribution. The Dow Jones segment offers news and business information, which distributes content and data through a variety of owned and off-platform media channels including newspapers, newswires, websites, mobile apps, newsletters, magazines, proprietary databases, live journalism, video and podcasts. The Book Publishing segment is composed of HarperCollins, which publishes and distributes consumer books globally through print, digital and audio formats. The News Media segment includes the operations of News Corp Australia, News UK, and the New York Post. The Other segment represents general corporate overhead expenses, costs related to the U.K. Newspaper Matters and expenses associated with the company’s cost reduction initiatives. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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NWS reports resilient Q1 performance, eyes digital media growth

NWS delivered resilient performance with a focus on cost reduction and digital expansion. While facing challenges in certain segments, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities presented by generative AI and digital media growth.

News Corp faces mixed Q2 results, eyes growth opportunities

News Corp's Q2 2023 earnings call highlighted a mixed performance across segments, with notable strengths in digital revenues and subscriber growth offset by challenges in certain divisions. The company is focused on cost-cutting measures and exploring opportunities for growth and value creation.

News Corp reports resilient Q3 results, eyes growth opportunities ahead

News Corp's Q3 performance showcased resilience and strategic cost reductions, with strengths in digital subscriptions, backlist sales, and advertising growth. Challenges include digital real estate services, supply chain issues, and consumption softness. Opportunities lie in generative AI, cost savings, and leveraging digital and backlist successes for future growth.

News Corp's Q4 earnings reflect digital shift and segment growth

News Corp's Q4 performance highlighted a shift towards digital and recurring revenues, with various segments showing growth and challenges. Foxtel's success in streaming and Dow Jones' profitability growth were key highlights.
Despite challenges faced by HarperCollins and REALTOR, opportunities for margin improvement and strategic growth plans exist. Cost efficiencies and digital transformation efforts contributed to improved segment performance.
Overall, News Corp aims for stable CapEx and continues to explore potential actions like an IPO for Foxtel. The company's focus on asset value and profitability underscores its commitment to optimal resource utilization.

News Corp reports Q1 revenue growth and profitability surge

News Corp's Q1 performance showcased revenue growth and increased profitability, driven by strong segments like Dow Jones and HarperCollins.
While facing challenges in the News Media segment and real estate business, the company is focused on optimizing operations and investing in growth areas.
Opportunities lie in digital transformation, AI content partnerships, and the realtor.com business, positioning News Corp for long-term success and value creation.
Overall, News Corp remains committed to maximizing shareholder value and navigating macroeconomic conditions to sustain positive EBITDA margins.

News Corp reports revenue growth and digital shift in Q2

News Corp's Q2 2024 earnings call reflected a positive financial outlook with revenue and profitability growth. The company's strategic focus on digital expansion, subscription models, and operational efficiencies has yielded favorable results across various segments. While challenges persist in certain divisions, News Corp remains committed to driving value for shareholders through portfolio optimization and revenue diversification.

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News Corp. is diversified media and information services company, which engages in the business of creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content and other products and services to consumers and businesses. It operates through the following segments: Digital Real Estate Services, Subscription Video Services, Dow Jones, Book Publishing, News Media, and Other. The Digital Real Estate Services segment is involved in the operations of the REA Group. The Subscription Video Services segment provides sports, entertainment, and news services to pay-TV and streaming subscribers and other commercial licensees. The Dow Jones segment offers content and data through a variety of owned and off-platform media channels including newspapers, newswires, websites, mobile apps, newsletters, magazines, proprietary databases, live journalism, video, and podcasts. The Book Publishing segment focuses on HarperCollins which publishes and distributes consumer books globally through print, digital, and audio formats. The News Media segment includes the operations of News Corp Australia, News UK, and the New York Post. The Other segment consists of corporate overhead expenses, strategy costs, and costs related to the newspaper matters. The company was founded by Keith Rupert Murdoch in 1979 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--News Corp will release its first quarter Fiscal 2024 results on Thursday, November 9, 2023. News Corp Chief Executive Robert Thomson and Chief Financial Officer Susan Panuccio will discuss the results via a live audio webcast at 5:00 p.m. EST (Sydney: Friday, November 10, at 9:00 a.m. AEDT). To listen to the webcast, please register using the following link: https://newscorp-q1fy2024-earnings-call.open-exchange.net/ A live audio webcast of the call and the archived we.

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Rupert Murdoch empire could secure windfall by breaking up business, says Starboard Value

News Corp should spin off $7bn digital real estate assets, says activist investor

Jeffrey Smith, CEO of activist firm Starboard Value, is making the case to separate News Corp.'s real estate assets from its news business.

Starboard CEO makes case for spinning off real estate assets from WSJ owner News Corp

Activist hedge fund Starboard Value's CEO Jeff Smith said on Tuesday that Rupert Murdoch's News Corp is trading at a big discount to the value of its assets and should consider spinning off some of them.

Starboard says Rupert Murdoch's News Corp should break up

Shares of News Corp (NWSA) gained in early trading on Monday following reports activist investor Starboard Value has added to its stake in Rupert Murdoch's media company and is looking to make strategic and governance changes.

News Corp Shares Jump After Report Activist Investor Is Looking to Make Changes

Starboard Value has built a sizable stake in News Corp (NASDAQ: NWSA). Shares of the mass media company are up 3.0% at writing.

Starboard building a stake in News Corp ‘doesn't make much sense'

Rupert Murdoch's media empire News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS) has reportedly become the latest target of activist investor Starboard Value. Seeking to implement strategic and governance changes, Starboard has built a stake in News Corp since the summer, according to Reuters.

Activist investor eyes up News Corp as Murdoch resignation looms

Activist investor Starboard Value has built a stake in Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, and intends to push for changes at the parent company of MarketWatch and the Wall Street Journal, according to a report Sunday night.

Activist investor Starboard reportedly seeks changes at News Corp

Starboard believes the media company trades at a significant discount due to its structure.

Activist Builds News Corp Stake, Plans to Seek Changes

Starboard Value, the activist hedge fund run by Jeffrey Smith, has bought shares of News Corp , according to people familiar with the matter, a move that could presage new calls from investors for changes to Rupert Murdoch's media empire.

Exclusive: Activist hedge fund Starboard eyes Rupert Murdoch's News Corp

Twenty-First Century Fox

Lachlan Murdoch will officially inherit his father's massive media empire after a decision Thursday named him the sole chairman of News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS)oration.  Lachlan, Rupert Murdoch's eldest son, now sits at the helm of the company behind Fox News, the Wall Street Journal and the New York Post, among others.

Who is Lachlan Murdoch? Rupert's eldest son is set to inherit an empire

After fleeing to Australia more than a decade ago amid a spat with dad Rupert, Lachlan returned to his father's favor based on politics, power-seeking and paternalism.

How Lachlan Murdoch Went From Family Exile To The Top Of News Corp.

How Lachlan Murdoch Went From Exile To Heir Of News Corp.

Lachlan Murdoch, the eldest son of media titan Rupert Murdoch, was named the sole chairman of News Corp and will continue as the chair and chief executive of Fox Corp , the companies said Thursday, settling for now the issue of succession in one of the world's most powerful media empires.

Who is Lachlan Murdoch and what will happen to Fox and News Corp?

Rupert Murdoch will step down from News Corp and the Fox Corporation after decades at the helm of the right-leaning news giant.

Fox And News Corp Stock Surges As Rupert Murdoch Steps Down

Markets took the news of Rupert Murdoch's decision to step down as chairman of News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS) and Fox Corporation in their stride Thursday, with shares of the publisher of titles, including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones and the UK's Sun and The Times newspapers, edging higher. Fox's shares also rose.

Markets shrug off Rupert Murdoch's pending departure from News Corp and Fox

Rupert Murdoch stepped down as the chairman of Fox Corp and News Corp on Thursday, ending a long reign that saw him develop and lead a global media empire.

Rupert Murdoch: the billionaire mogul at the helm of a global media empire

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, 92, has stepped down as the chairman of Fox Corp and News Corp , ending a more than seven-decade career in which he created an empire spanning from Australia to the United States.

Reactions: Media mogul Rupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of Fox, News Corp

Rupert Murdoch said Thursday he's stepping down as chair of Fox and News  Corp. Murdoch will exit his role in November. His eldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, will be his successor.

Read Rupert Murdoch's memo to staff announcing he's stepping down from Fox and News Corp.

News mogul Rupert Murdoch is officially stepping down as chairman of News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS) and Fox, ending a career spanning seven decades, four marriages and millions of dollars of Republican Party donations. His son Lachlan Murdoch, who has long been groomed to take the mantle on his father's retirement, will take over as News Corp chairman while maintaining his role as chief executive of Fox.

Rupert Murdoch to end seven-decade reign as news media mogul

Rupert Murdoch has told employees at Fox Corp and News Corp that the companies were "in robust health, as am I" as he announced he was stepping down as the firms' chairman.

Rupert Murdoch says in letter: "Our companies are in robust health, as am I"

His son Lachlan will become News Corp. chairman and continue as chief executive officer of Fox Corp. Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old media magnate who created Fox News, is stepping down as leader of both Fox's parent company and his News Corp. media holdings. Read Full Story

Rupert Murdoch is stepping down as head of News Corp. and Fox Corp.

The 92-year-old media tycoon announced the news in a memo to employees, saying he will transfer to the role of chairman emeritus of both companies.

Rupert Murdoch is stepping down as chair of Fox Corp. and News Corp and handing the reins to son Lachlan

Rupert Murdoch – the media industry mogul has resigned as Chairman of Fox Corp and News Corp. Shares of both companies opened slightly down today. Murdoch will become Chairman Emeritus The 92-year-old veteran will now hold an honorary title of Chairman Emeritus at both companies.

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