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News Corp B (NWS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: NWS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, frequently surpass the market, reflecting reliable and trustworthy advice.
Year Target Price $26.5
Year Target Price $26.5
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Under performing |
| 1 | Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 24.73% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 17.48B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 41.3 | 1Y Target Price 26.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 41.3 | 1Y Target Price 26.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 25.86 - 35.14 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 25.86 - 35.14 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.59% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.82 |
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 4.74% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.96% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.53% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.72% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 41.3 | Forward PE 38.46 | Enterprise Value 18313009318 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.7 |
Enterprise Value 18313009318 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.7 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.78 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.01 | Shares Outstanding 188680000 | Shares Floating 562846017 |
Shares Outstanding 188680000 | Shares Floating 562846017 | ||
Percent Insiders 41.12 | Percent Institutions 43.79 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 26.5 | Buy 2 | Strong Buy 6 |
Buy 2 | Strong Buy 6 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
News Corp B
Company Overview
History and Background
News Corp B, part of 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. The split aimed to separate the publishing and media businesses from the film and television assets.
Core Business Areas
- Digital Real Estate Services: Operates digital real estate information and services businesses, primarily through REA Group and Move, Inc.
- Subscription Video Services: Provides subscription video services in Australia and internationally, including Foxtel.
- Dow Jones: Publishes news and business information through The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and other publications.
- Book Publishing: Operates HarperCollins Publishers, a global book publishing company.
- News Media: Publishes newspapers such as The Australian, The Daily Telegraph, and The Sun.
Leadership and Structure
Robert Thomson serves as the Chief Executive Officer of News Corp. The company operates with a decentralized structure, with each business segment having its own management team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Number of Users:
- REA Group: A leading digital real estate advertising company in Australia and Asia. REA Group has around 61% market share in Australian residential listings. Competitors include Domain Group (Nine Entertainment) and other smaller online real estate portals.
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- Market Share (%):
- Move, Inc. (Realtor.com): A digital real estate services company in the United States. Competitors include Zillow, Trulia (Zillow Group), and Redfin. Realtor.com revenue is included in the digital real estate segment.
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- Revenue:
- Market Share (%):
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- The Wall Street Journal: A leading global business newspaper with a significant digital and print readership. Competing with The New York Times, Financial Times, and Bloomberg.
- HarperCollins Publishers: One of the largest English-language publishers worldwide, competing with Penguin Random House, Hachette Livre, and Simon & Schuster (KKR).
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Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is currently undergoing significant transformation, driven by digital disruption, changing consumer habits, and the rise of new technologies. Real estate portals are increasingly important in the property market.
Positioning
News Corp B is positioned as a global media and information services company with a strong presence in digital real estate, news, and book publishing. Its competitive advantages include its established brands, global reach, and diverse portfolio.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is large across the different sectors they are in. For example, the TAM of Real Estate Marketing and Lead Generation Software is expected to reach $18.9 Billion in 2024, and the Global Online Book Market is projected to reach US$27.8 Billion in 2024. News Corp is positioned to grow with the increase in the TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Diversified revenue streams
- Leading positions in key markets (e.g., Australian real estate)
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Exposure to cyclical industries (e.g., real estate)
- Legacy media business facing digital disruption
- Past controversies and reputation risks
Opportunities
- Expansion of digital offerings
- Growth in emerging markets
- Strategic acquisitions
- Leveraging data analytics and AI
Threats
- Increasing competition from digital platforms
- Decline in print advertising revenue
- Economic downturns
- Changes in consumer preferences
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Z (Zillow)
- NYT (The New York Times)
- NINE.AX (Nine Entertainment - Domain Group)
Competitive Landscape
News Corp B has strengths in certain sectors, like digital real estate in Australia, but faces stiff competition from pure-play digital companies and larger media conglomerates.
Major Acquisitions
Move, Inc.
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 950
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Move, Inc. (Realtor.com) expanded News Corp's presence in the U.S. digital real estate market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is tied to the performance of segments like digital real estate and the adaptation of legacy media.
Future Projections: Future growth hinges on digital transformation efforts, expansion into new markets, and revenue diversification. Obtain analyst consensus for specifics.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have included strategic acquisitions, investments in technology, and efforts to grow digital subscriptions.
Summary
News Corp B is a diversified media company with a strong foothold in digital real estate. Its traditional news and publishing segments face ongoing challenges from digital disruption. The company's growth prospects depend on its ability to innovate, acquire, and capitalize on emerging opportunities in digital media. News Corp needs to look out for increasing digital competition in the real estate market. It should also focus on transforming its legacy assets and diversifying revenue streams.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Market Research Reports
- Industry News Articles
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market data is subject to change and may not be entirely accurate.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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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 23900 | Website https://www.newscorp.com |
Full time employees 23900 | Website https://www.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 worldwide. It operates through six segments: Digital Real Estate Services, Subscription Video Services, Dow Jones, Book Publishing, News Media, and Other. The company distributes content and data products, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, and Dow Jones Energy through various media channels, such as newspapers, newswires, websites, mobile apps, newsletters, magazines, proprietary databases, live journalism, video, and podcasts. 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; provides sports, entertainment, and news services to pay-TV and streaming subscribers, and other commercial licensees through satellite and internet distribution; and broadcasts rights to live sporting events. Further, it offers property and property-related advertising and services on its websites and mobile applications; digital real estate services; and financial services. News Corporation was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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