Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: August 26, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of August 26, 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
This Form 8-K does not contain comprehensive financial statements. The following metrics are noted:
- Stock Repurchase Authorization: Up to $1 billion in aggregate for Class A and Class B common stock.
- Revenue, Profit, Cash Flow, Margins, Debt, Liquidity: The filing text does not provide clear values for these metrics.
Material Changes
The filing discloses daily transaction data submitted to the ASX under the Repurchase Program. Specific volume or price changes for the period are contained in attached Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 and are not detailed in the main body of this text.
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 the most recent quarterly or annual report.
- Monitor subsequent filings for updates on the execution of the Repurchase Program.