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News Corp A (NWSA)

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$29.72
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Profit since last BUY5.92%
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06/30/2025: NWSA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Below Average Performance

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10 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $34.97

1 Year Target Price $34.97

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$34.97Target price
Low$23.38
Current$29.72
high$30.58

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 12.58%
Avg. Invested days 51
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 17.48B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 35.89
1Y Target Price 34.97
Price to earnings Ratio 35.89
1Y Target Price 34.97
Volume (30-day avg) 10
Beta 1.25
52 Weeks Range 23.38 - 30.58
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 23.38 - 30.58
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.68%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.82

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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 35.89
Forward PE 33.44
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 376744992
Shares Floating 562846017
Shares Outstanding 376744992
Shares Floating 562846017
Percent Insiders 0.08
Percent Institutions 103.87

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 34.97
Buy 2
Strong Buy 6
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Strong Buy 6
Hold 1
Sell 1
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News Corp A

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

News Corp A was founded in 2013 as a result of the split of News Corporation into News Corp and 21st Century Fox. It retained the publishing assets of the original News Corporation, including newspapers, book publishing, and digital real estate services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Digital Real Estate Services: Operates digital real estate websites, providing property listings and related services.
  • Subscription Video Services: Includes Foxtel in Australia, offering subscription television services.
  • Dow Jones: Provides business and financial news and information through publications like The Wall Street Journal and Barron's.
  • Book Publishing: Publishes a wide range of books through HarperCollins.
  • News Media: Operates news outlets, including The Sun and The Australian.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Robert Thomson serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors that oversees its operations. Organizational structure is divided into business segments, each with its own management team.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Realtor.com: A leading digital real estate platform in the United States, providing property listings and related services. Competitors include Zillow (Z) and Redfin (RDFN). Market share is estimated to be around 15-20% of the total visits to real estate portals.
  • The Wall Street Journal: A global business and financial news publication with a significant digital and print readership. Competitors include The Financial Times (privately held) and Bloomberg (privately held). WSJ boasts over 3 million digital subscribers, and is top-5 most influential publication.
  • HarperCollins: One of the 'Big Five' English-language publishing houses, publishing a wide variety of books across genres. Competitors include Penguin Random House (privately held) and Simon & Schuster (PARA). HarperCollins market share varies by genre, but typically holds a place among the top 3 publishers based on revenue.
  • Foxtel: Subscription television service in Australia. The competitor would be Stan Entertainment Pty Ltd, and Netflix. Market share is decreasing due to streaming, but still maintains over 2 million subscribers.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The media industry is undergoing significant transformation due to the rise of digital platforms and changing consumer habits. Digital advertising, subscription models, and content creation are key drivers.

Positioning

News Corp A is positioned as a global media and information services company with a focus on quality journalism and content. It has competitive advantages in its established brands and diversified portfolio.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global media market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. News Corp A focuses on specific segments, its TAM includes digital real estate advertising ($250 billion globally), subscription video market ($300+ billion globally), and news publishing ($100+ billion globally). It occupies a mid-level position within the TAM of global media, and is continuing to grow as more consumers move online.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition (e.g., The Wall Street Journal, HarperCollins)
  • Diversified portfolio across different media segments
  • Significant digital presence
  • Established relationships with advertisers and content creators
  • Global reach

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on traditional media revenues (e.g., print advertising)
  • Exposure to fluctuations in advertising market
  • Competition from digital-native companies
  • Legal and regulatory risks
  • Historical association with past controversies

Opportunities

  • Expansion of digital subscription offerings
  • Growth in digital advertising spending
  • Strategic acquisitions to enhance portfolio
  • Partnerships with technology companies
  • International expansion in emerging markets

Threats

  • Decline in print media consumption
  • Increased competition from online news sources
  • Changes in advertising landscape (e.g., ad blocking)
  • Economic downturn impacting advertising revenue
  • Data privacy regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Z (Zillow Group)
  • NYT (The New York Times Company)
  • PARA (Paramount Global)

Competitive Landscape

News Corp A competes with a mix of traditional and digital media companies. Its advantages include strong brands and a diversified portfolio, while its disadvantages include dependence on traditional media revenues and competition from digital-native companies.

Major Acquisitions

Move, Inc.

  • Year: 2014
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 950
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded News Corp's presence in the digital real estate market through Realtor.com.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: News Corp A has experienced moderate growth in recent years, driven by its digital businesses and strategic acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in digital revenues and a focus on cost management to improve profitability. Revenue is expected to grow 3-5% annually over the next few years.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in digital platforms, strategic acquisitions to expand its portfolio, and cost-cutting measures to improve efficiency.

Summary

News Corp A is a large media conglomerate with a diversified portfolio of assets, from digital real estate to news and publishing. Strengths include strong brands and digital assets, but weaknesses include exposure to fluctuations in advertising markets and fierce competition. The lack of a dividend may deter some investors, but strategic initiatives and growth in digital revenues should help boost future profitability. Investors should be aware of threats from digital native competitors and potential economic downturns.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Analyst Reports
  • Industry Publications
  • Company Press Releases
  • Market Research Reports

Disclaimers:

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About News Corp A

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
Full time employees 23900

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.