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News Corp B (NWS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: NWS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $26.5
1 Year Target Price $26.5
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 12.06% | Avg. Invested days 51 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 15.21B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 35.15 | 1Y Target Price 26.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 35.15 | 1Y Target Price 26.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 1.18 | 52 Weeks Range 26.17 - 35.47 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.17 - 35.47 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.68% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.84 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 13.96% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.1% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.71% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.04% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 35.15 | Forward PE 40.82 | Enterprise Value 17285024250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.8 |
Enterprise Value 17285024250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.8 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.05 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.22 | Shares Outstanding 187364425 | Shares Floating 461429325 |
Shares Outstanding 187364425 | Shares Floating 461429325 | ||
Percent Insiders 33.85 | Percent Institutions 42.35 |
Upturn AI SWOT
News Corp B
Company Overview
History and Background
News Corp B, formerly News Corporation, was formed in 2013 following the split of News Corporation into News Corp and 21st Century Fox. The original News Corporation was founded by Rupert Murdoch. This split was designed to separate the publishing assets from the entertainment assets of the previous News Corporation.
Core Business Areas
- Digital Real Estate Services: Operates primarily through Move, Inc. (Realtor.com) and REA Group, offering digital real estate advertising and services.
- Subscription Video Services: Includes Foxtel in Australia, providing subscription television services.
- Dow Jones: Publishes The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and Factiva, providing business and financial news and information.
- Book Publishing: Operates HarperCollins Publishers, a global book publishing company.
- News Media: Operates News Corp Australia and News UK, publishing various newspapers and digital news sites.
Leadership and Structure
News Corp B is led by CEO Robert Thomson. The organizational structure includes distinct divisions for each core business area, with corporate oversight provided by the board of directors, chaired by Rupert Murdoch and Lachlan Murdoch.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Realtor.com: A leading online real estate portal in the US. Competitors include Zillow, Trulia (owned by Zillow), and Redfin. Realtor.com competes on accuracy and speed of listing updates. Market share data is dynamic and varies depending on source and time period. As of Q3 2023 it has around 13% of market share.
- The Wall Street Journal: A leading business and financial news publication. Competitors include The Financial Times, The New York Times, and Bloomberg. The Wall Street Journal is the third largest newspaper in the US. Revenue fluctuates depending on subscription, marketing and advertising.
- HarperCollins Publishers: A major global book publisher. Competitors include Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster (owned by KKR), and Hachette Livre. HarperCollins market share varies, however based on their catalog in 2023, their revenue was $2.28 billion.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by digital disruption and changing consumer behavior. Digital advertising and subscription models are becoming increasingly important. Real estate advertising is highly competitive, and book publishing faces pressure from e-books and audiobooks.
Positioning
News Corp B is positioned as a diversified media company with strong brands in news, real estate, and publishing. Its competitive advantages include established brand reputation, valuable content assets, and global reach.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the various segments News Corp B operates in is substantial. The global real estate advertising market is projected to reach hundreds of billions. News and publishing are equally massive and expanding to other technologies and new markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (e.g., The Wall Street Journal, HarperCollins)
- Diversified revenue streams across different media segments
- Significant presence in digital real estate services
- Global reach and established distribution networks
- Valuable content assets and intellectual property
Weaknesses
- Dependence on traditional media formats (print advertising)
- Exposure to cyclical advertising spending
- Competition from digital-native companies
- Potential for brand reputation damage from controversies
- Lagging innovation in digital transformation
Opportunities
- Expansion of digital subscription offerings
- Growth in online real estate advertising
- Development of new digital content formats
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- International market expansion
Threats
- Decline in print advertising revenue
- Increased competition from digital platforms
- Changing consumer preferences for media consumption
- Economic downturn affecting advertising spending
- Regulatory scrutiny and antitrust concerns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Zillow Group (Z)
- The New York Times Company (NYT)
- Penguin Random House (Private)
- Meta Platforms (META)
- Alphabet (GOOGL)
Competitive Landscape
News Corp B benefits from its diversified portfolio and strong brands. However, it faces intense competition from digital-native companies with greater scale and resources. News Corp B must continue to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences to remain competitive.
Major Acquisitions
Move, Inc.
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 950
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded News Corp's presence in the digital real estate market by acquiring Realtor.com.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: News Corp B's growth has been driven by digital real estate and digital subscriptions, offsetting declines in traditional media.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth in digital revenues, with overall revenue growth potentially limited by challenges in traditional media. Profitability may improve with cost-cutting measures.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions in the digital real estate space, investments in digital content platforms, and cost reduction programs.
Summary
News Corp B is a diversified media company with strong brands but faces challenges in a rapidly evolving industry. Their digital real estate segment is a key growth driver, while traditional media faces headwinds. Strategic acquisitions and cost management are crucial for future success. The company needs to focus on digital innovation to compete effectively.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Public News Sources
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and general assumptions about the company and the market. It should not be considered as financial advice. Actual results may vary. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source and time period.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About News Corp B
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-06-19 | CEO & Director Mr. Robert J. Thomson | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Entertainment | Full time employees 22300 | Website https://newscorp.com |
Full time employees 22300 | Website https://newscorp.com | ||
News Corporation, a media and information services company, creates and distributes authoritative and engaging content, and other products and services for consumers and businesses. It operates through five segments: Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones, Book Publishing, News Media, and Other. The company distributes content and data products through various media channels, such as newspapers, newswires, websites, mobile apps, newsletters, magazines, proprietary databases, live journalism, video, and podcasts under the MarketWatch, The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, and Dow Jones Energy brands. It also owns and operates Monday to Friday, Saturday and Sunday, weekly, and bi-weekly newspapers comprising The Australian, The Weekend Australian, The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, Herald Sun, Sunday Herald Sun, The Courier Mail, The Sunday Mail, The Advertiser, Sunday Mail, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday, The Times, The Sunday Times, and New York Post, as well as digital mastheads and other websites. In addition, the company publishes general fiction, nonfiction, children's, and religious books; and operates Storyful, a social media content agency, as well as sports radio network and news channels. Further, it offers property and property-related advertising and services on its websites and mobile applications; digital real estate services; and financial services. The company has operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australasia, and internationally. News Corporation was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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