E. W. Scripps

The E.W. Scripps Co. engages in the television and newspaper publishing. It operates through the following business segments: Local Media, National Media, and Other. The Local Media segment comprises local broadcast television stations and their related digital operations. The National Media segment consists of national media businesses including over-the-air broadcast networks, Katz, podcast business, Midroll, next generation national news network, Newsy, and other national brands. The company was founded by Edward Willis Scripps in 1878 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

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E.W. Scripps reports strong Q4 earnings amidst ad market challenges

E.W. Scripps Company delivered a robust performance in Q4 2022, driven by strong revenue growth and profit margins, despite challenges in national advertising and upcoming revenue declines.
The company's strategic focus on live sports, news content, and cost-saving reorganization positions it well for future growth and negotiations in the evolving media landscape.
Analysts' inquiries into cost savings breakdown, advertising trends, and distribution strategies reflect a mix of challenges and opportunities that Scripps is navigating to drive shareholder value and revenue growth.

E.W. Scripps reports resilient Q1 results amidst economic challenges

E.W. Scripps focuses on financial discipline, strategic growth, and creating a more efficient business despite economic challenges. Strong performance in certain advertising categories and partnerships with sports teams for full distribution and monetization. Revised guidance for 2023 and expectations of significant opportunities in ATSC 3.0 transition.

Scripps reports strong Q2 results, eyes growth amidst industry challenges

Scripps demonstrated resilience in Q2 amidst industry challenges, focusing on debt reduction and cost savings while strategically positioning for long-term value creation.
Despite revenue declines in Q2, the company's strong performance in segment profits and adaptability to market dynamics showcase its strategic agility.
Opportunities in the auto industry, connected TV platforms, and potential benefits from the Hollywood strike position Scripps for future growth and cost efficiencies.

E.W. Scripps Q3 Earnings Beat Expectations, Eyes Growth Opportunities

E.W. Scripps Company's Q3 performance was strong, driven by local ad sales and Connected TV revenue growth. Despite challenges in advertising and TV station costs, Scripps is focused on leveraging opportunities in sports rights deals, political ad revenue, and debt reduction.

E.W. Scripps beats Q4 expectations, eyes growth amidst challenges

E.W. Scripps showcased strong performance in Q4 2023, exceeding free cash flow expectations and driving revenue growth in key segments.
While facing challenges such as projected losses and shareholder-attributed losses, the company remains focused on cost savings and debt reduction.
Opportunities lie in leveraging advertising momentum, growth in Connected TV revenue, and strategic financial maneuvers to navigate the evolving media landscape.

E.W. Scripps achieves record political revenue amidst market challenges

E.W. Scripps reported strong performance in political advertising revenue and local media division, while facing challenges in the Networks division and auto advertising.
The company's strategic strengths lie in leveraging live sports partnerships, debt reduction plans, and promoting over-the-air TV for revenue growth.
Opportunities exist in optimizing resource allocation, capitalizing on over-the-air TV growth, focusing on local dealers, and maintaining confidence in political revenue outlook.
Scripps needs to address challenges in the Networks division, CTV dynamics, and auto advertising decline while capitalizing on growth opportunities for sustained performance.

E. W. Scripps (SSP) reports record political ad revenue and aggressive debt reduction strategy

E. W. Scripps (SSP) delivered a strong performance in Q3 2024, driven by record political ad revenue and successful debt reduction efforts. While facing challenges in certain divisions, the company is strategically focused on margin expansion and operational efficiencies. Scripps is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for further financial improvement.

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The E.W. Scripps Co. engages in television and newspaper publishing. It operates through the following business segments: Local Media, Scripps Networks, and Other. The Local Media segment consists of local broadcast television stations and their related digital operations. The Scripps Networks segment consists of national television networks. The company was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

CINCINNATI, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In the first quarter of 2021, The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) completed its acquisition of national broadcast network ION, sold digital audio firm Triton and announced plans to redeem $400 million in bonds while delivering record company revenue.

Strong sales execution bolstered Scripps' Q1 results as ad markets began to rebound

CINCINNATI, April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovation, data-driven journalism and determination to keep a nation and a world informed characterize the 2020 recipients of the prestigious Scripps Howard Awards. The Scripps Howard Foundation is pleased to announce winners of its 68th awards, which honor the best in American journalism from the previous year.

Scripps Howard Awards announce 2020 winners, recognize excellence in journalism

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has partnered with The E.W. Scripps Company, international IT consultancy Fincons Group and educational nonprofit the News Literacy Project to create a first-of-its-kind demonstration of how news companies can embrace the interactive content opportunities of NextGen TV to fight misinformation as the new broadcasting standard continues to roll out across the country.

NextGen TV demo shows how journalists can use technology to fight misinformation

CINCINNATI, April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report first-quarter 2021 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Friday, May 7.

Scripps to report first-quarter 2021 operating results on May 7

CINCINNATI, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) intends to redeem all $400 million in aggregate principal of its outstanding 5.125% senior notes due 2025 (CUSIP No.

Scripps announces plans to redeem 2025 senior notes

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ATLANTA, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce, the first and only broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, will take viewers back to all the drama of Cypress, Georgia starting this Sunday, April 11 as the mega-hit original series Saints & Sinners returns for an all new fifth season. New episodes will premiere Sunday nights at 9:00 p.m.

Saints & Sinners Returns for All New Season Sunday, April 11 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT On Bounce

CINCINNATI, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will soon launch its popular over-the-top (OTT) national news network Newsy over the air (OTA) as well – serving the free, growing OTA market of cord-cutting self-bundlers with Newsy's award-winning, objective reporting.

Scripps caters to cord-cutters by launching Newsy as a free, over-the-air network

JAKARTA, Indonesia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Masima Radio Network Selects Triton Digital For Full Suite Of Streaming Audio And Podcast Technology

Masima Radio Network Selects Triton Digital for Full Suite of Streaming Audio and Podcast Technology

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CINCINNATI, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) closed today on its sale of Triton to iHeartMedia (NASDAQ: IHRT) for $230 million.

Scripps completes sale of Triton to iHeartMedia

CINCINNATI, March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Keith Summa – an award-winning producer, television executive and investigative journalist – to lead the Scripps Washington Bureau's national investigative team as deputy bureau chief, effective immediately.

Scripps appoints Keith Summa to lead national investigative reporting for Washington Bureau

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital announced the expansion of its monthly Streaming Metrics Rankers to the Netherlands, in partnership with the NLO.

Triton Digital Expands Streaming Metrics Rankers to the Netherlands

CINCINNATI, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its commitment to advance equity, diversity and inclusion within the journalism industry, the Scripps Howard Foundation has selected the University of North Texas and Elon University as the recipients of grants from its new program for emerging journalists.   The Foundation, the philanthropic organization of The E.W.

Scripps Howard Foundation awards $600,000 to support diversity in journalism

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital Releases the February 2021 Latin America Podcast Report

Triton Digital Releases the February 2021 Latin America Podcast Report

CINCINNATI, March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed  Evan Pappas to the role of vice president and general manager for WFTX, Scripps' Fox affiliate in Ft.

Scripps appoints Evan Pappas VP and GM of WFTX in Ft. Myers, Florida

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital released its monthly Webcast Metrics Global Ranker as well as its regional US, LATAM, and EMEA Streaming Rankers for January 2021.

Triton Digital Releases Rankings for the Top Digital Audio Properties for January 2021

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital Releases the Latest U.S. Podcast Report for the February 2021 Reporting Period

Mommy Doomsday, This Past Weekend and More Make Their Debut in Triton's U.S. Podcast Report for February 2021

CINCINNATI, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed award-winning network news executive Kate O'Brian as head of news for its national television networks business, effective April 12.

Scripps taps Kate O'Brian to lead enterprise journalism for national networks division

SOMERVILLE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital and Edison Research unveil the results of The Infinite Dial 2021®

Eighty Million Americans Listen to Podcasts Weekly with Most Diverse Audience Ever; Online Audio Listening and Smart Speaker Ownership Show Continued Growth

CINCINNATI, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WSFL-TV39, a CW affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), and WPLG Local 10, an ABC affiliate owned by Berkshire Hathaway, will expand their commitment to South Florida audiences this spring with the launch of new daily local news broadcasts.

WSFL in Miami will partner with WPLG to launch new newscasts

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital releases the Australian Podcast Ranker for February 2021.

Podcast Downloads in Australia Exceed 43 Million in February 2021

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital released its monthly Webcast Metrics Global Ranker as well as its regional US, LATAM, and EMEA Streaming Rankers for December 2020.

Triton Digital Releases Rankings for the Top Digital Audio Properties for December 2020

CINCINNATI, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will launch two new national television networks – available free to viewers across the country on any television set – as the company continues to capitalize on its position as a full-scale national...

Scripps to launch two new free TV networks

Scripps saw its IBD SmartSelect Composite Rating jump to 98 Monday, up from 93 the day before. The post Composite Rating For Scripps Rises To 98 appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Composite Rating For Scripps Rises To 98

The E.W. Scripps' (SSP) CEO Adam Symson on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

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