News Corporation (NWS)

News Corporation beat expectations on both the top and bottom line in the fourth fiscal quarter of 2026, based on preliminary results reported August 5, 2026. Revenue rose 10.8% to about $2.3 billion (up from roughly $2.1 billion a year ago), and revenue of $2.337 billion topped the $2.248 billion estimate, +4.0%. Adjusted EPS of $0.35 topped the $0.23 estimate, +51%, alongside net income of about $179 million, up 563% from roughly $27 million a year ago. Profitability was supported by operating income of about $183 million, with operating margin at roughly 8%. The company generated operating cash flow of about $685 million, while returning capital through roughly $356 million of share repurchases and about $55 million in dividends during the quarter. For the next period, consensus calls for EPS of $0.27 on revenue of $2.267 billion.