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AMC Global Media Inc. 10-Q Summary: Q2 2026

Business Context and Reporting Period

This filing covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2026. On April 8, 2026, the company changed its name from AMC Networks Inc. to AMC Global Media Inc. The company operates two segments: Domestic Operations (streaming services, five programming networks, AMC Studios, and film distribution) and International (global programming channels). The company is an accelerated filer and a smaller reporting company.

Key Financial Metrics (Six Months Ended June 30, 2026)

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Decline: Consolidated revenues decreased 5.7% year-over-year. Domestic subscription revenues fell 3.6% due to basic subscriber declines, partially offset by streaming price increases. Content licensing revenues dropped 21.3% due to timing and the absence of prior-year catalog sales.
• Profitability Compression: Operating income fell 63.4% to $47.1 million, driven by lower revenues and a $20.7 million increase in technical and operating expenses. The company reported a net loss of $40.8 million compared to net income of $68.3 million in the prior year.
• Debt Restructuring: The company completed an exchange offer, swapping approximately $861 million of 10.25% Senior Secured Notes due 2029 for 10.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2032. The remaining 2029 Notes were redeemed. The Term Loan A Facility ($80 million) was fully repaid and the revolving credit facility terminated.
• Segment Performance: Domestic Adjusted Operating Income (AOI) decreased 38.8% to $153.2 million. International AOI decreased 19.5% to $19.8 million, impacted by foreign currency translation and the wind-down of a joint venture in Poland and Africa.

Guidance, Outlook, and Material Events

• Netflix Licensing Deal: On July 30, 2026, the company announced a license agreement with Netflix for co-exclusive global streaming rights to The Walking Dead Universe. The deal is valued at $500 million in aggregate fees over five years, with an estimated present value of $445 million. Approximately $25 million is expected to be received in 2026.
• Stock Repurchases: The company entered into an Accelerated Share Repurchase (ASR) agreement for $30.0 million in May 2026. As of June 30, $87.4 million of authorization remains under the $1.5 billion program.
• Legal Proceedings: The company is defending against the "MFN Litigation" regarding The Walking Dead compensation, with plaintiffs seeking over $200 million. The trial has been rescheduled to October 27, 2026. Management believes the claims are without merit.
• Customer Bankruptcy: A major customer (approx. 20% of revenue) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on June 30, 2026. The company expects to fully recover receivables and continue business as usual.
• Liquidity: Management believes cash on hand, operating cash flow, and access to capital markets are sufficient to meet obligations for the next 12 months, though refinancing will be required for long-term debt maturities.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Debt Maturity Profile: Verify the impact of the new 10.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2032 on future interest expense and covenant compliance.
• Subscriber Trends: Monitor the rate of linear subscriber decline in Domestic Operations versus the growth rate of streaming services (AMC+, Shudder, etc.).
• Netflix Deal Execution: Track the timing of revenue recognition for the $445 million present value of the Netflix license agreement.
• Bankruptcy Exposure: Confirm the collection status of receivables from the customer that filed for Chapter 11 protection.
• Content Costs: Assess the sustainability of technical and operating expenses, which rose despite revenue declines, driven by content amortization and direct programming costs.