Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: March 10, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of March 10, 2026
This filing reports on the Company's ongoing stock repurchase program activities and provides disclosures required by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide specific revenue, profit, cash flow, margin, debt, or liquidity figures for the reporting period. The only financial metric disclosed is the aggregate authorization for the stock repurchase program:
- Repurchase Authorization: Up to $1 billion in aggregate for Class A and Class B common stock.
Material Changes
No material changes to financial performance or operational status are reported in this document. The filing serves to disclose daily transaction details under the Repurchase Program as required by ASX rules, which are attached as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The Company intends to repurchase shares from time to time under the existing program. Actual repurchase activity is subject to market conditions, stock price, and alternative investment opportunities.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing includes forward-looking statements regarding the intent to repurchase stock. These statements are subject to uncertainty, including changes in market prices, general market conditions, and applicable securities laws. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these statements.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 for specific details on the number of shares repurchased and the dates of transactions.
- Verify the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization against recent quarterly reports.
- Monitor subsequent filings for updates on the execution of the Repurchase Program.