Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: January 2, 2026
Reporting Period: The filing covers events occurring on or before January 2, 2026, with the report signed on January 5, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain specific financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The document focuses exclusively on corporate actions regarding share repurchases.
Material Changes
Stock Repurchase Program Activity:
- The Company is executing its authorized stock repurchase programs, which allow for the acquisition of up to $1 billion in aggregate of Class A and Class B common stock.
- Transactions were disclosed to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on the dates noted in the attached exhibits (Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2).
- Specific transaction volumes, prices, or total amounts repurchased in this specific filing are not detailed in the text provided; they are referenced only as being contained within the attached exhibits.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary and Forward-Looking Statements:
- The filing includes forward-looking statements regarding the Company's intent to repurchase shares from time to time.
- These statements are based on current management expectations and are subject to uncertainty.
- Actual results may vary materially due to changes in market price, general market conditions, applicable securities laws, and alternative investment opportunities.
- The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events, except as required by law.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2 for specific details on the number of shares repurchased, average price per share, and total cost of transactions reported to the ASX.
- Verify the remaining authorization balance under the $1 billion repurchase program by comparing recent transaction totals against the aggregate limit.
- Check subsequent quarterly reports (10-Q) or annual reports (10-K) for updated financial metrics and comprehensive liquidity analysis not present in this 8-K.