Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: July 31, 2025
Reporting Period: The filing reports on stock repurchase activities disclosed to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) as of the dates noted in the attached exhibits.
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: The Company is authorized to acquire up to $1 billion in aggregate of its outstanding Class A and Class B common stock under its Repurchase Programs. This filing serves to disclose specific transactions executed under this program to comply with ASX daily disclosure rules.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- Management Commentary: The Company intends to repurchase shares from time to time, subject to market conditions and alternative investment opportunities.
- Forward-Looking Statements: The filing includes statements regarding the intent to repurchase stock. These are based on current expectations and are subject to uncertainty.
- Risks and Contingencies: Actual results may vary materially due to changes in the market price of the stock, general market conditions, applicable securities laws, and alternative investment opportunities. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific dates and volumes of shares repurchased in the attached Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2.
- Confirm the remaining authorization balance under the $1 billion repurchase program.
- Review the Company's most recent quarterly or annual report for comprehensive financial metrics not included in this 8-K.