Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: April 7, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of April 7, 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 text does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity for this reporting period. The document focuses on capital allocation activities rather than operational financial results.
- 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 performance or operational status are reported in this document. The filing serves to disclose daily transaction details related to 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 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
- Review Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 for specific details on the number of shares repurchased and transaction dates.
- Verify the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization in subsequent quarterly reports.
- Monitor market conditions and stock price trends that may influence the timing and volume of future repurchases.