Welcome to our dedicated page for Sirius XM Holdings news (Ticker: SIRI), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Sirius XM Holdings stock.
Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) is described in its own news releases as the leading audio entertainment company in North America, with a portfolio that includes the SiriusXM subscription entertainment service, Pandora’s ad-supported and premium music streaming services, an expansive podcast network, and a suite of business and advertising solutions. Company announcements highlight that these platforms together reach a combined monthly audience in the range of approximately 160 million to 170 million listeners.
This news page aggregates SIRI news so readers can follow how the company communicates about its operations, strategy, and capital decisions. Regular press releases cover topics such as quarterly and full-year operating and financial results, with announcements specifying the dates of earnings releases and investor conference calls. These updates provide insight into the company’s performance and management’s commentary on its audio businesses.
Investors and followers can also find news about dividend declarations, where SiriusXM’s Board of Directors announces regular quarterly cash dividends on its common stock, as well as updates on leadership and governance changes, including appointments of executive officers and independent directors. Additional releases describe participation in investor conferences and presentations by senior executives.
Because Sirius XM operates across satellite radio, streaming music, podcasts, and advertising solutions, its news flow often touches on audience reach, content mix across music, talk, news, and sports, and risk factors and outlook statements included in its communications. This page offers a centralized view of those company-issued updates, making it easier to review past announcements and monitor new SIRI news as it is released.
SiriusXM has launched a feature that allows BMW drivers to create personalized Pandora Stations in vehicles equipped with SiriusXM with 360L radios. This new feature, available on 2021 and later models, enables users to customize ad-free music channels by providing feedback on songs. BMW owners enjoy a 12-month subscription to the SiriusXM Platinum Plan, offering access both in-car and via the SXM App. This innovation enhances the in-vehicle audio experience, marking a significant technological advancement for SiriusXM and BMW.
SiriusXM's Stitcher will launch a new podcast series titled Podcrushed, hosted by Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, and Sophie Ansari, starting May 18, 2022. The podcast aims to explore adolescence's awkwardness and self-discovery, featuring stories from listeners and celebrity guests like Amy Schumer and Drew Barrymore. With SXM Media handling global ad sales, Podcrushed taps into Stitcher's growing podcast audience, enhancing SiriusXM's position in the audio entertainment sector.
SiriusXM is set to host a special concert featuring Def Leppard on May 26 at Whisky a Go Go, celebrating their new album, Diamond Star Halos, releasing the next day. The performance will be exclusive to SiriusXM listeners and will air on Def Leppard Radio and Howard Stern's Howard 101 on May 27. The Stadium Tour with Mötley Crüe begins on June 16, covering 36 cities. The new radio channel will explore the band's 40-year legacy and feature guest hosts.
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SiriusXM announces a new podcast titled Crypto Café With Randi Zuckerberg, hosted by entrepreneur and best-selling author Randi Zuckerberg. Launched on May 2, 2022, the podcast aims to simplify the complex world of cryptocurrency through engaging discussions with metaverse experts and business leaders. The show focuses on making crypto accessible, especially for women and non-binary individuals, highlighting industry insights and NFT projects. Listeners can find the podcast on major platforms including the SXM App and Pandora.
SiriusXM reported a first-quarter 2022 revenue of $2.19 billion, up 6% year-over-year, with a net income of $309 million and diluted EPS of $0.08. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 1% to $690 million. The company returned $1.3 billion to stockholders through dividends and stock buybacks. The subscriber count reached 34 million, with a churn rate of 1.6%. Despite supply constraints in the automotive sector impacting new subscriber growth, the firm reaffirmed its year-end guidance for subscribers and financial metrics.
SiriusXM and Audio Up are launching two new original scripted podcasts, Make It Up As We Go: Season 2 and Sonic Leap, premiering on May 3. The former continues the story of Charlotte Sayles, a young country singer aiming for fame, while the latter tells a fictional backstory of the band Hero the Band. A sneak preview will be available on SiriusXM's Volume Channel on May 2. The collaboration is expected to enhance SiriusXM's podcast production and promotional capabilities, leveraging its vast audience reach.
SiriusXM will provide extensive coverage of the 2022 NFL Draft from April 28-30, broadcasting live from the NFL Draft Theater in Las Vegas. Coverage includes live announcements of all 32 teams' picks and in-depth analysis by experts like Jim Miller and Pat Kirwan. Broadcast hours are set for 7 PM to midnight ET on Thursday and Friday, and noon to 7 PM ET on Saturday. Post-Draft shows will allow fans to discuss team selections. SiriusXM NFL Radio is accessible on channel 88 and via the SXM App.
SiriusXM has announced a partnership with the athlete-led media network I Am Athlete, founded by Brandon Marshall, to produce new content including a live nightly show called I Am Athlete Tonight. This show will debut on April 27 and air weekdays from 7-9 pm ET on the Mad Dog Sports Radio channel. Additionally, SXM Media gains exclusive ad sales rights for I Am Athlete's podcasts. The collaboration aims to deliver unique programming and expand the I Am Athlete platform, capitalizing on its popularity which includes over 780K YouTube subscribers.
SiriusXM has launched Holy Culture Radio, a new channel dedicated to Christian Hip-Hop and Rhythm & Praise, available on the SXM App and SiriusXM radios (channel 154) as of April 21, 2022. The channel features 13 shows, including popular programs like The Christ Revolution Music and K.I.N.G Talks, focusing on faith, culture, and personal success. Owned by The Corelink Solution, the channel aims to serve historically underserved audiences and promote cultural enrichment through music and dialogue.