Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: June 29, 2026
Reporting Period: Specific event date of June 29, 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 does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity 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.
Material Changes
No material changes to financial performance or operational status are reported in this filing. The document serves to disclose daily transaction information related to the Repurchase Program as required by ASX rules, which is 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 existing program. Actual repurchase activity is subject to market conditions, stock price, and alternative investment opportunities.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing contains forward-looking statements regarding the intent to repurchase stock. These statements are subject to uncertainty, including changes in market prices, general market conditions, and applicable securities laws. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these statements.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 for specific details on the number of shares repurchased and the dates of transactions.
- Verify the remaining balance of the $1 billion repurchase authorization against recent quarterly reports.
- Monitor subsequent filings for updates on the execution of the Repurchase Program.