Welcome to our dedicated page for Fox news (Ticker: FOX), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Fox stock.
Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOX) is a media company focused on news, sports, and entertainment content, and its news flow reflects activity across these areas. The company describes its primary domestic brands as FOX News Media, FOX Sports, Tubi Media Group, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations, and these operations generate a steady stream of corporate announcements, financial updates, and partnership news.
On this page, readers can follow Fox Corporation news such as quarterly earnings releases, segment performance commentary, and details on advertising, distribution, and content-related revenues. For example, Fox has reported financial results that break out revenues and Adjusted EBITDA by Cable Network Programming, Television, and Corporate and Other, and has discussed how digital growth led by the Tubi AVOD service, news pricing, and sports pricing and ratings affect advertising revenues.
Fox Corporation’s news also covers capital markets activity and shareholder-related developments. Recent press releases have addressed an accelerated share repurchase transaction under the company’s stock repurchase program, as well as secondary offerings of Class B common stock by trusts established for the benefit of certain members of the Murdoch family. The company has emphasized that it is not selling shares in those offerings and does not receive proceeds from them.
In addition, Fox highlights strategic and operational updates tied to its digital and streaming strategy. Tubi Media Group, a division of Fox Corporation, has announced multi-year agreements such as an exclusive distribution and advertising sales partnership with Audiochuck for top-rated true crime podcasts, including the development of a Crime Junkie FAST channel and on-demand video podcast collections across Tubi, FOX One, and third-party platforms.
Investors and observers can also find announcements about Fox executives’ participation in investor conferences and webcasts discussing financial results. Together, these items provide insight into Fox Corporation’s financial performance, digital initiatives, partnerships, and governance-related events.
FOX News Media has made over 30 original podcasts and three nationally syndicated talk shows from FOX News Radio available for streaming on Amazon Music, reaching over 55 million customers. This move allows Amazon Music users to enjoy popular shows like The Brian Kilmeade Show and The Five through iOS, Android apps, and Amazon Echo devices. FOX News Podcasts ranked among the top 20 podcast publishers in November 2020, highlighting their prominence in the audio content market. FOX News Media, a division of FOX Corporation, reaches 200 million people each month.
FOX News Channel has appointed Tom Lowell as Executive Vice President and Managing Editor of News. Reporting to President Jay Wallace, Lowell will manage all daytime news editorial and resources. Suzanne Scott, CEO of FOX News Media, highlighted his significant contributions to the network over 17 years, including launching several top-rated programs like America’s Newsroom. Lowell expressed gratitude for leading the daytime news team, indicating confidence in its continued success.
FOX News Channel (FNC) maintained its status as the most-watched cable network in November, marking 53 consecutive months in this position. The network recorded its highest-rated November in primetime among total viewers and the key 25-54 demographic. FNC averaged 1.9 million total viewers and 3.9 million in primetime, achieving a 41% advantage over CNN. Tucker Carlson Tonight led with 5.1 million viewers. FNC’s primetime lineup saw significant year-over-year increases, with Tucker Carlson Tonight up 49% and Hannity up 39% in total viewers.
Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) announced Chief Financial Officer Steve Tomsic will participate in the UBS Global TMT Virtual Conference on December 8, 2020, at 2:50 PM Eastern Time. A live and archived webcast of the presentation will be accessible via the investor.foxcorporation.com website.
Fox Corporation is a leader in producing and distributing news, sports, and entertainment content through brands such as FOX News Media and FOX Sports.
FOX Nation, the subscription-based streaming service from FOX News Media, will launch its first original holiday film, Christmas in the Rockies, on November 26th. The film, produced by Brain Power Studio and INSP Films, follows a young woman named Katie Jolly as she faces family and business challenges after her father's injury. The movie will feature cameos from FOX & Friends co-hosts Steve Doocy and Ainsley Earhardt. FOX Nation has also secured rights to additional holiday films such as Christmas on the Range and Christmas on the Coast.
In October 2020, FOX News Digital achieved record-breaking performance with nearly 2.2 billion multiplatform views, marking a 16% year-over-year increase. The network maintained over 100 million unique visitors for the eleventh consecutive month. FOX's mobile app surpassed CNN for the 23rd month, registering 8.9 million unique users. Election Week drove engagement with a peak of over 3 million concurrent users and a staggering 312% increase in time spent compared to 2016. FOXBusiness.com also saw over 30 million unique visitors, reflecting substantial growth across all key metrics.
Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) reported a 2% increase in total revenues to $2.72 billion for Q1 FY2021, driven by a 10% rise in affiliate revenues. However, advertising revenues fell 7%, impacted by COVID-19 delays in live events and programming. Net income surged to $1.12 billion from $513 million, primarily due to lower operating expenses and a reimbursement from Disney. Adjusted EBITDA rose 36% to $1.17 billion. While FOX News Media saw growth, uncertainties remain due to potential impacts of COVID-19 on future revenue streams.
FOX Business Network (FBN) will provide extensive live coverage of the 2020 presidential election on November 3rd, starting at 7 PM ET. Anchored by Neil Cavuto, the program titled Democracy 2020: Election Night will feature market reactions and expert analyses from renowned figures like Maria Bartiromo and Lou Dobbs. Coverage will include real-time updates from key battleground states and will continue the following morning with special programs focusing on market impacts. The network aims to inform viewers about the election's effects on finances and the economy.
FOX News Channel (FNC) will deliver comprehensive live coverage for Election Day 2020 from October 31 to November 4. Key anchors Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum will lead the coverage, supported by a team of journalists across various platforms, including FOX News Digital and FOX News Radio. On election night, a special eight-hour live broadcast will feature analysis and updates from multiple correspondents. FNC, the leading cable news network, is set to provide real-time election results and voter analysis through its digital and radio platforms.
FOX Nation is set to host its second annual Patriot Awards virtually on November 20, 2020. The event, led by Army veteran Pete Hegseth, will honor military veterans, first responders, and other inspiring figures. Prominent personalities from FOX will present awards in various categories including The Everyday Patriot and Heroism. Musical performances by country stars will enhance the show. Additionally, from November 13-22, FOX Nation will donate $5 for each new subscription to Answer the Call, supporting families of fallen first responders.