Dolby Laboratories Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Dolby Laboratories (NASDAQ:DLB) and NBCUniversal announced that Peacock will be the first streaming service to adopt Dolby's full suite of advanced picture and sound technologies, including Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby AC-4, with expanded Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for live sports during 2026.

Peacock plans to onboard live sports such as Sunday Night Football, NBA, and MLB into Dolby Vision and Atmos experiences, while Dolby AC-4 promises up to 50% greater audio efficiency versus traditional codecs.

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) announced that The Movie Experience SLO will open a new Dolby Vision+Atmos auditorium in San Luis Obispo, CA, on Dec. 18, 2025, becoming the first U.S. theatrical exhibitor to adopt the Dolby Vision+Atmos theatrical solution. The black box auditorium will feature a floating screen and combined Dolby Vision picture with Dolby Atmos immersive sound.

Dolby noted that over 700 theatrical features have released or are confirmed in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and The Movie Experience SLO partnered with RS Engineering and Eomac LTD for auditorium layout and construction.

Dolby (DLB) and LG on Dec 18, 2025 announced the LG Sound Suite, a modular home audio system led by the H7 soundbar—the world's first soundbar powered by Dolby Atmos FlexConnect. The system supports up to 13.1.7 channel configurations across 27 speaker layouts and works wirelessly with M7/M5 surround speakers and a W7 subwoofer. Dolby Atmos FlexConnect lets users place wireless speakers freely and expand setups over time; select 2025 LG TVs will receive FlexConnect via a future software update. The LG Sound Suite debuts at CES 2026 (Jan 6–9), and aims to simplify immersive Dolby Atmos setup for homes of varying sizes.

Dolby (NYSE:DLB) and NFM launched the first-ever Dolby Home Experience retail hub at Nebraska Furniture Mart The Colony, with a two-day grand opening on Dec. 6–7, 2025. The immersive space features hands-on demos of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, Dolby-trained experts, and displays of TVs, soundbars, and devices from leading brands to let shoppers "try-before-you-buy." The launch includes interactive demos, exclusive offers, giveaways, and guided experiences designed to show how Dolby technologies enhance movies, music, sports, and games in a home-like setting.

This initiative reflects Dolby's strategy to create experience-led retail moments to help consumers make informed home entertainment decisions.

Dolby (NYSE:DLB) partnered with the Bay Area Host Committee as an Official Signature Partner for Super Bowl LX week in February 2026, announced Nov. 19, 2025.

Dolby will showcase Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and its cloud streaming platform Dolby OptiView across weeklong activations, serve as Premier Partner of the Super Bowl LX Innovation Summit Presented by YouTube, and present the BAHC Kickoff Party at Dolby's San Francisco HQ on Feb 5, 2026. Programs include immersive demos, community initiatives via Dolby Cares, and a branded content series celebrating Bay Area innovation.

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:DLB) reported fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2025 results on November 18, 2025. Q4 total revenue was $307M and GAAP net income was $49M ($0.51 diluted EPS); non-GAAP Q4 net income was $96M ($0.99 diluted EPS). For FY25, total revenue was $1.35B, GAAP net income was $255M ($2.62 diluted EPS) and non-GAAP net income was $414M ($4.24 diluted EPS). Cash flow from operations was $472M. Management announced a $0.36 per-share cash dividend payable Dec 10, 2025, repurchased ~$35M of stock in Q4 and has ~$277M remaining repurchase authorization. Dolby provided FY26 guidance with total revenue of $1.390B–$1.440B, and FY26 non-GAAP EPS of $4.19–$4.34.

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) will release Q4 and full year fiscal 2025 financial results after market close on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Management will host a public conference call on November 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Live access is available via http://investor.dolby.com or by phone at 1-888-210-2212 (international +1-646-960-0390) using confirmation code 5587811.

A replay is available from 5:00 p.m. PT on November 18, 2025 until 8:59 p.m. PT on November 25, 2025 by dialing 1-800-770-2030 (international +1-647-362-9199) with confirmation code 5587811. An archived webcast will be posted on the Dolby investor site.

AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) has partnered exclusively with Warner Bros. Pictures and Dolby to bring back the blockbuster film "IT" to select theaters worldwide. The special one-night screening will take place on September 24, 2025, exclusively at 168 Dolby Cinema at AMC screens across the U.S. and select international locations.

The screening event precedes the debut of HBO's new original series "IT: Welcome to Derry" premiering on October 26, 2025. Audiences will receive an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming series, which includes sneak peek footage and insights from the cast and creative team. The original "IT" film was a major success, generating over $700 million in global box office revenue.

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:DLB) has unveiled Dolby Vision 2, a significant advancement in TV picture quality technology. The new system features a redesigned image engine and introduces Content Intelligence, which optimizes viewing experiences through AI-driven capabilities.

Key innovations include Precision Black for improved clarity, Light Sense for ambient light optimization, and specialized enhancements for sports and gaming. The technology will be available in two tiers: Dolby Vision 2 Max for premium TVs and Dolby Vision 2 for mainstream devices.

Hisense will be the first TV manufacturer to implement Dolby Vision 2, powered by MediaTek Pentonic 800 chips. Additionally, CANAL+ has committed to enhance its content lineup with Dolby Vision 2 technology.