Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: May 8, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of May 8, 2026, with signature dated May 11, 2026.
This filing reports on the Company's ongoing stock repurchase program and provides disclosures required by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide specific financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity for the reporting period. The only financial metric disclosed is the authorization limit 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 results or operations are reported in this document. The filing serves to disclose daily transaction information related to the Repurchase Program as required by ASX rules, which is 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 and may vary materially due to:
- Changes in the market price of the Company's stock.
- General market conditions.
- Applicable securities laws.
- Alternative investment opportunities.
The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements except as required by law.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific volume and price of shares repurchased in the attached ASX disclosures (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2).
- Confirm the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization.
- Review the Company's quarterly and annual reports for broader financial context not included in this 8-K.