Fox Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) reported Q1 2022 revenues of $3.05 billion, up 12% from $2.72 billion in Q1 2021, driven by a 17% rise in advertising revenues. Notably, net income decreased to $708 million ($1.21 per share) from $1.12 billion ($1.83 per share) the previous year, primarily due to a prior year's gain of $462 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $1.06 billion, down from $1.17 billion, influenced by increased expenses. The company launched a $4 billion stock repurchase program, repurchasing $1.34 billion of Class A stock.

Fox Corporation has appointed Stephen Potenza as the new Deputy General Counsel of FOX News Media, effective immediately. Potenza previously held a partner position at Kirkland & Ellis LLP and has extensive experience in complex litigation and regulatory matters. The company also promoted Lisa Richardson to Executive Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs, marking a significant enhancement of its legal team. Fox Corporation aims to build a world-class legal organization, emphasizing its commitment to attracting top industry talent.

Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) will hold a live audio webcast on November 3, 2021, at 4:30 PM ET to discuss its first quarter fiscal 2022 financial results. The results will be released earlier that day at 4:00 PM ET. The webcast will be accessible via investor.foxcorporation.com. Fox is known for its engaging news, sports, and entertainment content, including brands like FOX News Media and FOX Sports.

Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) announced that Executive Chairman and CEO Lachlan Murdoch will participate in the BofA Securities 2021 Media, Communications & Entertainment Virtual Conference on September 14, 2021, at 5:05 PM Eastern. A live and archived webcast of the presentation will be available on their investor website. Fox Corporation delivers news, sports, and entertainment content through FOX News Media, FOX Sports, and other brands, focusing on engaging audiences and enhancing consumer relationships.

Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) has invested in Eluvio, a blockchain content management firm, to enhance the adoption of its technology in the media sector. This investment facilitates Eluvio's role as the underlying platform for Blockchain Creative Labs, FOX's new NFT initiative. The investment completes Eluvio's Series A funding at a $100 million valuation. Paul Cheesbrough, FOX’s CTO, joins Eluvio's Board. This collaboration aims to explore decentralized media opportunities, focusing on sustainable blockchain practices.

In July, FOX News Digital achieved 1.6 billion multiplatform views and 3.4 billion multiplatform minutes, leading in both metrics and surpassing CNN.com for the fifth consecutive month. The digital network also attracted 88.7 million unique visitors and 6.9 million visitors via its mobile app. Meanwhile, FOXBusiness.com experienced a month-over-month increase, reaching 111 million multiplatform views and 197 million minutes. However, there was a decline in total views and unique visitors compared to July 2020, indicating a need for strategic improvement.

FOX Weather, the new AVOD streaming weather service from FOX News Media, is set to launch this fall. Three reporters, Nicole Valdes, Steve Bender, and Max Gorden, have been hired to cover live weather events. Valdes, based in Nashville, has a background in investigative journalism and hurricane reporting. Bender, stationed in Miami, has covered various natural disasters. Gorden will be based in Los Angeles, having previously worked in Arizona and Wisconsin. Additionally, five multimedia journalists will join the team to enhance coverage as the platform grows.

Comscore (NASDAQ: SCOR) has announced an expanded multi-year partnership with Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX), enhancing its National TV measurement services. This collaboration results from Comscore's improved data rights, promoting measurement stability and product enhancements. Comscore's Chief Revenue Officer highlighted the importance of reliable TV measurement amidst the industry's shift to impressions-based buying. The company aims to drive a multi-currency marketplace, allowing advertisers to reach audiences based on detailed consumer behaviors and preferences.

FOX News Channel (FNC) appointed Jacqui Heinrich as White House correspondent, covering President Biden's agenda alongside Peter Doocy. Aishah Hasnie advances to Congressional correspondent, while Alexandria Hoff joins as a general assignment reporter. Heinrich, previously FNC's Congressional correspondent, has significant experience, including key events during the 2020 election cycle. Hasnie is recognized for impactful reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hoff previously worked at CBS in Philadelphia, covering elections and major events. FNC remains a leading news service with high viewer trust and engagement.