Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: News Corporation (NEWS CORP)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: January 7, 2026
Reporting Period: Event-based report regarding stock repurchase activities.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain specific financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The report focuses exclusively on corporate actions related to share repurchases.
Material Changes
Stock Repurchase Program: The Company is executing its authorized stock repurchase programs, which allow for the acquisition of up to $1 billion in aggregate of its Class A and Class B common stock. This filing serves to disclose specific transactions made pursuant to these programs as required by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The Company intends to repurchase shares from time to time based on current expectations and beliefs.
Forward-Looking Statements: The filing includes forward-looking statements regarding repurchase intent. These are subject to uncertainty and may vary materially due to:
- Changes in the market price of the Company's stock.
- General market conditions.
- Applicable securities laws.
- Alternative investment opportunities.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2 for specific details on the dates and volumes of shares repurchased.
- Verify the remaining authorization balance under the $1 billion repurchase program in the most recent quarterly or annual report.
- Monitor general market conditions and stock price fluctuations that may influence future repurchase activity.
- Check for any updates in subsequent SEC filings regarding changes to the repurchase program authorization.