Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: June 15, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of June 15, 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 revenue, profit, cash flow, margin, or debt figures for the reporting period. The only financial metric disclosed is the authorization limit for the stock repurchase program.
- Repurchase Authorization: Up to $1 billion in aggregate for Class A and Class B common stock.
- Transaction Details: Specific share counts and prices for the period are contained in attached Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, which are not included in the text provided.
Material Changes
No material changes to financial performance or operational status are reported in this filing. The document serves as a routine disclosure of stock repurchase activities under the existing program.
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 number of shares repurchased and the average price paid by reviewing Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 referenced in the filing.
- Confirm the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization after recent transactions.
- Review the Company's most recent quarterly or annual report for comprehensive financial performance data not included in this 8-K.