Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: June 5, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of June 5, 2026, with signature date of June 9, 2026.
This filing reports on the Company's ongoing stock repurchase program and provides disclosures required by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) regarding recent transactions.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide specific financial performance metrics such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, or debt levels for the reporting period.
- Stock Repurchase Authorization: Up to $1 billion in aggregate for Class A and Class B common stock.
- Trading Symbols: NWSA (Class A) and NWS (Class B) on The Nasdaq Global Select Market.
Material Changes
No material changes to financial position or operations are detailed in this specific filing. The document serves to disclose daily transaction data related to the Repurchase Program as required by ASX rules, which are attached as Exhibits 99.1 through 99.4.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The Company intends to repurchase shares from time to time under the authorized program. Actual repurchase activity is subject to market conditions, stock price, and alternative investment opportunities.
Risks and Contingencies:
- Forward-looking statements regarding repurchase intent are subject to uncertainty.
- Actual results may vary materially due to changes in market price, general market conditions, and applicable securities laws.
- The Company disclaims any obligation to update 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 99.1–99.4).
- Confirm the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization.
- Review the Company's most recent quarterly or annual report for comprehensive financial performance data not included in this 8-K.