News Corp Q1 revenue rises 2% to $2.14 billion; EPS slips to $0.20
News Corp reported results for the fiscal 2026 first quarter ended September 30, 2025, with revenue up 2% to $2.14 billion and Total Segment EBITDA up 5% to $340 million. Net income attributable to stockholders fell to $112 million from $119 million, and GAAP EPS was $0.20 versus $0.21, though adjusted EPS rose to $0.22 from $0.20, so shareholders see mixed headline results.
Key points
- Revenue was $2.14 billion, up 2% from $2.10 billion, led by Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services.
- Net income from continuing operations was $150 million, up from $149 million; net income attributable to News Corporation stockholders was $112 million, down from $119 million.
- Book Publishing segment EBITDA fell 28% to $58 million, including a $13 million customer receivable write-off.
- Share repurchases were $92 million in the quarter, compared with $38 million a year earlier.
The filing
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