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Starz Entertainment Corp. Reports Results for the Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2025

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STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) reported Q4 2025 consolidated revenue of $322.8 million, a net loss of $(20.7) million (EPS $(1.24)), operating loss of $(4.7) million and Adjusted OIBDA of $55.5 million. Trailing‑12 month Adjusted OIBDA totaled $204.0 million with total net debt of $589.4 million and Adjusted OIBDA leverage of 2.9x. Domestic OTT subscribers reached an all‑time high of 12.7 million. Management says it exceeded 2025 guidance and expects 2026 to grow Adjusted OIBDA, OTT revenue, delever to ~2.7x, and materially improve free cash flow.

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Positive

  • Adjusted OIBDA TTM of $204.0 million
  • Q4 Adjusted OIBDA improved to $55.5 million
  • Q4 consolidated revenue of $322.8 million
  • Management exceeded 2025 guidance and set positive 2026 targets

Negative

  • Q4 net loss of $(20.7) million (EPS $(1.24))
  • Trailing‑12 month operating loss of $(208.7) million
  • Total net debt of $589.4 million with leverage at 2.9x
  • Cash balance of only $35.7 million at quarter end

News Market Reaction – STRZ

+14.82% 2.7x vol
22 alerts
+14.82% News Effect
+21.9% Peak in 25 hr 40 min
+$25M Valuation Impact
$197M Market Cap
2.7x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, STRZ gained 14.82%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +21.9% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 22 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $25M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $197M at that time. Trading volume was elevated at 2.7x the daily average, suggesting notable buying interest.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Q4 2025 Revenue: $322.8 million Q4 Operating Loss: $(4.7) million Q4 Adjusted OIBDA: $55.5 million +5 more
8 metrics
Q4 2025 Revenue $322.8 million Quarter ended December 31, 2025
Q4 Operating Loss $(4.7) million Quarter ended December 31, 2025
Q4 Adjusted OIBDA $55.5 million Quarter ended December 31, 2025
TTM Operating Loss $(208.7) million Trailing twelve months to December 31, 2025
TTM Adjusted OIBDA $204.0 million Trailing twelve months to December 31, 2025
Net Loss $(20.7) million Quarter ended December 31, 2025
Net Loss Per Share $(1.24) Quarter ended December 31, 2025
U.S. OTT Subscribers 12.7 million Quarter-end level, up 890,000 or 7.6% YoY

Market Reality Check

Price: $12.14 Vol: Volume 186,996 vs 20-day ...
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$12.14 Last Close
Volume Volume 186,996 vs 20-day average 112,181 ahead of earnings release. high
Technical Price $9.28 trading below 200-day MA of $13.00, well off $22.98 52-week high.

Peers on Argus

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Only one peer (MPU) appeared on the momentum scanner, moving up with no same-direction cluster across peers. Current setup points more to company-specific drivers around earnings than a broad entertainment sector move.

Previous Earnings Reports

2 past events · Latest: Nov 13 (Negative)
Same Type Pattern 2 events
Date Event Sentiment Move Catalyst
Nov 13 Q3 2025 earnings Negative -6.3% Reported higher net loss and modest Adjusted OIBDA, with leverage at 3.4x.
May 29 FY2025 update Positive +26.9% Fiscal 2025 results with strong Adjusted OIBDA and significant OTT subscriber growth.
Pattern Detected

Earnings and business updates have produced sizable but mixed reactions, with one strongly positive move and one notable negative move; overall average move around earnings-related news was 10.32% in magnitude.

Recent Company History

Recent history shows STARZ using earnings and business updates to reset expectations post-separation. On May 29, 2025, a fiscal year business update with strong Adjusted OIBDA of $201.5M and subscriber growth saw shares react +26.95%. By Nov 13, 2025, Q3 calendar results with a larger net loss and leverage at 3.4x triggered a -6.3% move. Today’s Q4 2025 earnings build on that trajectory, highlighting sequential Adjusted OIBDA growth and leverage at 2.9x against a still-depressed share price versus the $22.98 52-week high.

Historical Comparison

+10.3% avg move · STARZ earnings-related updates over the past year have produced sizable swings, with one strong rall...
earnings
+10.3%
Average Historical Move earnings

STARZ earnings-related updates over the past year have produced sizable swings, with one strong rally and one selloff. This Q4 2025 report fits that pattern of earnings acting as key inflection points for sentiment.

Earnings history shows STARZ transitioning from fiscal FY2025 reporting into calendar quarters post-separation, with repeated emphasis on Adjusted OIBDA, leverage reduction, and OTT subscriber growth as primary performance markers.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock surged +14.8% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with p...
Analysis

The stock surged +14.8% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with past instances where STARZ earnings or business updates shifted sentiment, such as the +26.95% move on fiscal 2025 results. This report combines sequential revenue and Adjusted OIBDA growth with leverage at 2.9x, even as the stock trades well below its $22.98 52-week high. Risks include the ongoing $(208.7)M TTM operating loss and prior insider selling that could temper follow-through.

Key Terms

free cash flow, adjusted oibda, term loan a credit facility, senior unsecured notes, +4 more
8 terms
free cash flow financial
"Significantly Improve Free Cash Flow1SANTA MONICA, Calif."
Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.
adjusted oibda financial
"Adjusted OIBDA2 was $55.5 million.STARZ ended the quarter"
Adjusted OIBDA is a company’s core operating profit before subtracting depreciation and amortization, further cleaned up by removing one-time or unusual items so it shows recurring cash-earning power. Think of it like measuring a car’s steady fuel efficiency after ignoring a flat tire or a rare detour—investors use it to compare underlying operational performance across periods and companies without distortion from non-recurring events or accounting timing.
term loan a credit facility financial
"ended the quarter with $300 million outstanding on its Term Loan A credit facility"
A term loan is a form of credit facility where a lender gives a borrower a fixed sum that is repaid over a set schedule with regular principal and interest payments and a defined maturity date. For investors, term loans show how a company funds long‑term needs, affect its future cash flow and debt levels, and signal credit risk and borrowing cost—like a mortgage for a specific purchase.
senior unsecured notes financial
"$300 million outstanding on its Term Loan A credit facility, $325.1 million in senior unsecured notes"
Senior unsecured notes are a type of loan a company borrows from investors, promising to pay back with interest. They are called "unsecured" because they aren’t backed by specific assets like buildings or equipment, but "senior" because they are paid back before other debts if the company gets into trouble. Investors see them as a relatively safer way for companies to raise money.
trailing-twelve month financial
"Operating Loss on a Trailing-Twelve Month Basis was $(208.7) Million"
Trailing-twelve month (TTM) is a way of measuring a company's financial performance by adding up the actual results from the most recent 12 months, regardless of fiscal or calendar year boundaries. Investors use TTM to get a current, smoothed snapshot of revenue, profit or other metrics — like checking the last 12 months of your bank statements instead of just one month — which helps compare trends and value companies more reliably.
adjusted oibda leverage ratio financial
"total Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratio was 2.9x3."
A measure of how much debt a company carries relative to its core cash-generating profit, calculated by dividing net debt by adjusted OIBDA (operating income before depreciation and amortization after company-specific adjustments). It matters to investors because it shows how easily a business can cover its debt with recurring operating earnings—like counting how many years of paycheck-sized profits would be needed to pay off a mortgage—so higher ratios signal greater leverage and risk.
revolving credit facility financial
"STARZ's $150 million revolving credit facility was undrawn"
A revolving credit facility is a type of loan that a business can borrow from whenever it needs money, up to a set limit. It’s like having a credit card for companies—allowing them to borrow, pay back, and borrow again as needed, providing flexibility for managing cash flow or funding short-term expenses.
over-the-top (ott) technical
"STARZ ended the quarter with 12.7 million U.S. Over-The-Top (OTT) subscribers"
Over-the-top (OTT) describes video, audio or messaging services delivered directly to consumers over the internet instead of through traditional cable, satellite or phone-company systems. For investors, OTT signals a different business model—revenue comes from subscriptions, ads or direct purchases and success depends on subscriber growth, retention and content costs—so it changes where and how media companies make money, similar to shops selling directly online rather than through a mall.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Grew Fourth Quarter Revenue Sequentially to $322.8 Million
Fourth Quarter Operating Loss Improved to $(4.7) Million
Grew Fourth Quarter Adjusted OIBDA to $55.5 Million
Operating Loss on a Trailing-Twelve Month Basis was $(208.7) Million
Achieved $204.0 Million in Annual Trailing-Twelve Month Adjusted OIBDA

Management Achieved or Exceeded All Previously Provided 2025 Outlook
Grew OTT and Total Subscribers Sequentially by 370,000 and 170,000, Respectively
Domestic OTT Subscribers Reached All-Time High of 12.7 Million, Up 890,000 or 7.6% Year-over-Year

Management Provides 2026 Outlook: Expects to Grow Adjusted OIBDA and OTT Revenue, Delever to ~2.7x, and Significantly Improve Free Cash Flow1

SANTA MONICA, Calif. and VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) today reported results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This press release includes consolidated financial results for STARZ Entertainment Corp.

"Just nine months after our separation, we are beginning to see the full impact of operating as a standalone company. We exceeded all our financial guidance in 2025 and expect 2026 to be a positive financial inflection point for the company as we enter the year with record-high OTT subscribers and a balance sheet that outperformed our deleveraging expectations," said STARZ President and CEO Jeffrey Hirsch. "With a disciplined investment strategy, a more efficient operating model, and one of our strongest programming slates to date, we are poised to drive sustainable OTT revenue growth, expand profitability, and improve free cash flow as we execute against our long-term targets."

Quarter Ended December 31, 2025 Results
For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, STARZ reported consolidated revenue of $322.8 million and net loss of $(20.7) million or a net loss per share of $(1.24). Operating loss was $(4.7) million and Adjusted OIBDA2 was $55.5 million.

STARZ ended the quarter with $300 million outstanding on its Term Loan A credit facility, $325.1 million in senior unsecured notes and $35.7 million in cash. This resulted in total net debt of $589.4 million. On a trailing twelve-month basis, the company's total Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratio was 2.9x3. STARZ's $150 million revolving credit facility was undrawn at December 31, 2025.

STARZ ended the quarter with 12.7 million U.S. Over-The-Top (OTT) subscribers, representing a sequential increase of 370,000. Total U.S. subscribers were 17.6 million, an increase of 170,000 from the prior quarter. This increase was driven by interest in our scripted originals in the quarter, including Season 3 of Power Book IV: Force and Season 1 of Spartacus: House of Ashur.

STARZ senior management will hold its analyst and investor conference call to discuss results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, today, Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT. Interested parties may listen to the live webcast by visiting the events page on the STARZ Investor Relations website. A full replay will become available this evening at the same link.

1

See "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a definition of Free Cash Flow.

See "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a definition of Adjusted OIBDA.

3 

Total Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratio of 2.9x is calculated based on total Adjusted OIBDA of $204.0 million for the trailing twelve-month period ended December 31, 2025. Refer to "Reconciliation of Operating Loss to Adjusted OIBDA" section for further detail.

About STARZ
STARZ is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning "We're All Adults Here." Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app.

Investor Inquiries - Contact:
Nilay Shah
nilay.shah@starz.com

Press Inquiries - Contact:
Jennifer Minezaki
jennifer.minezaki@starz.com

The matters discussed in this press release include forward-looking statements, including those regarding expected future performance. Such statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results in the future could differ materially and adversely from those described in the forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including, but not limited to: the benefits of the separation of the Lionsgate's Studios Business and Lionsgate's STARZ Business (the "Separation"); unexpected costs related to the Separation; the substantial investment of capital required to produce and market films and television series; budget overruns; limitations imposed by our credit facilities and notes; unpredictability of the commercial success of our programming; risks related to acquisition and integration of acquired businesses; the effects of dispositions of businesses or assets, including individual films or libraries; the cost of defending our intellectual property; technological changes and other trends affecting the entertainment industry; potential adverse reactions or changes to business or employee relationships; the impact of global pandemics on our business; weakness in the global economy and financial markets, including a recession and past and future bank failures; wars, terrorism and multiple international conflicts that could cause significant economic disruption and political and social instability; labor disruptions and strikes; and the other risk factors set forth in STARZ's Annual Report on Form 10-KT filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect any future events or circumstances.

 

 

STARZ ENTERTAINMENT CORP.


CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS


December 31,
2025


March 31,
2025


(Amounts in millions)

ASSETS




Cash and cash equivalents

$                 35.7


$                 17.8

Accounts Receivables, net, including other receivables of $9.9 million (March 31, 2025 – nil)

84.4


52.7

Due from LG Studios Business


81.6

Prepaid expenses and other

12.1


18.4

Total current assets

132.2


170.5

Programming content, net

993.8


1,096.3

Property and equipment, net

49.1


48.6

Intangible assets, net

690.9


816.0

Other assets

47.2


41.8

Total assets

$            1,913.2


$            2,173.2

LIABILITIES




Current portion of debt

$                   7.5


$                    —

Accounts payable

60.0


64.5

Programming related payables

255.2


101.8

Other accrued liabilities

49.1


64.5

Residuals

27.1


29.5

Programming related obligations

87.7


90.7

Deferred revenue

52.8


39.4

Due to LG Studios Business


232.1

Total current liabilities

539.4


622.5

Debt

605.8


699.9

Production loan

41.4


Other liabilities

72.7


75.9

Deferred tax liabilities

7.9


8.5

Total liabilities

1,267.2


1,406.8





EQUITY




Common stock, no par value, unlimited authorized, 16.7 shares issued (March 31, 2025 – nil)

735.1


Accumulated other comprehensive income

19.4


19.2

Parent net investment


747.2

Accumulated deficit

(108.5)


Total equity

646.0


766.4

Total liabilities and equity

$            1,913.2


$            2,173.2

 

STARZ ENTERTAINMENT CORP.


CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS



Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended


December 31,


December 31,


2025


2024


2025


2024


(Amounts in millions)


(Amounts in millions)


(unaudited)


(unaudited)




(unaudited)

Revenue








OTT revenue

$               210.3


$               239.0


$               654.2


$               705.6

Linear and other revenue

112.5


105.5


309.2


333.4

Total revenue

322.8


344.5


963.4


1,039.0

Operating expenses:








Programming amortization

132.0


190.4


451.3


520.4

Other operating

42.0


37.3


117.3


116.4

Advertising and marketing

65.0


72.7


206.8


231.0

General and administrative

31.8


23.5


89.7


76.4

Depreciation and amortization

47.3


39.4


143.9


122.2

Restructuring and other

9.4


2.4


20.8


0.6

Total expenses

327.5


365.7


1,029.8


1,067.0

Operating loss

(4.7)


(21.2)


(66.4)


(28.0)

Interest expense

(14.2)


(11.6)


(43.2)


(34.7)

Interest and other income


1.2


0.2


3.1

Other expense

(1.8)


(1.7)


(6.1)


(5.4)

Loss on extinguishment of debt




(4.9)

Loss from continuing operations

(20.7)


(33.2)


(115.5)


(69.9)

Income tax benefit (expense)


1.4


(0.3)


8.6

Net loss from continuing operations

(20.7)


(31.8)


(115.8)


(61.3)

Net income from discontinued operations, net of income

taxes




3.1

Net loss

$               (20.7)


$               (31.8)


$             (115.8)


$               (58.2)









Per share information attributable to Starz Entertainment

Corp. shareholders:
















Basic and diluted net loss per common share - continuing

operations

$               (1.24)


$               (1.90)


$               (6.92)


$               (3.67)

Basic and diluted net income per common share -

discontinued operations




0.19

Basic and diluted net loss per common share

$               (1.24)


$               (1.90)


$               (6.92)


$               (3.48)









Weighted average number of common shares outstanding:








Basic

16.7


16.7


16.7


16.7

Diluted

16.7


16.7


16.7


16.7

 

STARZ ENTERTAINMENT CORP.


CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 



Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended


December 31,


December 31,


2025


2024


2025


2024


(Amounts in millions)


(Amounts in millions)


(unaudited)


(unaudited)




(unaudited)

Operating Activities:








Net loss

$                (20.7)


$                (31.8)


$               (115.8)


$                (58.2)

Less: net loss from discontinued operations, net of tax




3.1

Net loss from continuing operations, net of tax

(20.7)


(31.8)


(115.8)


(61.3)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating

activities:








Depreciation and amortization

47.3


39.4


143.9


122.2

Programming amortization

132.0


189.3


451.3


520.4

Amortization of debt financing costs and other non-cash interest

1.3


1.2


3.3


2.6

Non-cash share-based compensation

3.5


4.1


14.8


13.7

Other amortization

2.3


2.0


6.3


5.6

Net content impairment (recoveries)

7.3


(6.5)


7.0


(11.2)

Loss on extinguishment of debt




4.9

Deferred income taxes


(1.6)



(2.7)

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:






Accounts receivable, net

(19.7)


4.1


(2.8)


(29.0)

Programming content additions(1)

(103.8)


(155.4)


(356.8)


(652.5)

Programming related payables

(58.9)


(7.1)


(113.8)


(18.1)

Other assets

(3.0)


1.2


3.0


2.5

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

(17.8)


(14.5)


(34.4)


(36.6)

Residuals

(2.5)


(0.4)


(2.5)


(1.5)

Deferred revenue

11.3


5.0


14.4


5.9

Due to LG Studios Business


12.9



159.2

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities – continuing operations

(21.4)


41.9


17.9


24.1

Net cash (used in) operating activities – discontinued operations




(6.6)

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities

(21.4)


41.9


17.9


17.5

Investing activities:








New Lionsgate revolving credit facility – increases


356.2


151.8


179.5

New Lionsgate revolving credit facility – decreases


(409.8)


(70.2)


(313.5)

Capital expenditures

(4.5)


(4.1)


(16.6)


(13.7)

Deferred purchase price of receivables sold

0.6



1.8


Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities – continuing operations

(3.9)


(57.7)


66.8


(147.7)

Financing activities:








Distribution of Exchange Notes to New Lionsgate upon Separation

(8.2)



(389.9)


Debt – borrowings

102.2


139.0


497.0


320.5

Debt – repurchases and repayments

(94.0)


(139.0)


(197.0)


(355.5)

Debt issuance costs

(0.6)


(0.2)


(8.8)


(4.9)

Programming related obligations – borrowings

193.2


75.6


492.8


197.1

Programming related obligations – repayments

(168.6)


(67.7)


(455.3)


(121.5)

Parent net investment


3.5


(5.6)


68.9

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities – continuing operations

24.0


11.2


(66.8)


104.6

Net cash provided by financing activities – discontinued operations




2.8

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

24.0


11.2


(66.8)


107.4

Net change in cash and cash equivalents

(1.3)


(4.6)


17.9


(22.8)

Cash and cash equivalents – beginning of period

37.0


18.8


17.8


37.0

Cash and cash equivalents – end of period

$                  35.7


$                  14.2


$                  35.7


$                  14.2

 

STARZ ENTERTAINMENT CORP.


RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING LOSS TO ADJUSTED OIBDA


Three Months Ended


Trailing

Twelve

Months


December 31,


March 31,


June 30,


September 30,


December 31,


December 31,


2024


2025


2025


2025


2025


2025


(Amounts in millions)



Operating loss

$           (21.2)


$         (142.3)


$           (26.9)


$           (34.8)


$             (4.7)


$         (208.7)

Depreciation and amortization

39.4


48.1


48.7


47.9


47.3


192.0

Restructuring and other(1)

2.4


183.4


6.4


5.0


9.4


204.2

Adjusted share-based

     compensation expense(2)

4.1


4.1


5.2


3.7


3.5


16.5

Adjusted OIBDA(3)

$             24.7


$             93.3


$             33.4


$             21.8


$             55.5


$           204.0













Starz Networks (U.S. and

     Canada)

$             25.6


$             92.0


$             33.4


$             21.8


$             55.5


$           202.7

International

(0.9)


1.3





1.3

Adjusted OIBDA

$             24.7


$             93.3


$             33.4


$             21.8


$             55.5


$           204.0

 










(1)

Restructuring and other includes restructuring costs, certain transaction-related and other expenses, and unusual items, when applicable, as shown in the table below:




Three Months Ended


Trailing

Twelve

Months


December 31,


March 31,


June 30,


September 30,


December 31,


December 31,


2024


2025


2025


2025


2025


2025


(Amounts in millions)



Restructuring and other:












Transaction and other

costs(a)

$             8.7


$           15.5


$             4.5


$             4.8


$             2.3


$           27.1

Content impairments

(6.3)


167.7


(0.3)



7.1


174.5

Share-based

compensation(b)


0.2


2.2


0.2



2.6

Total restructuring and other

$             2.4


$         183.4


$             6.4


$             5.0


$             9.4


$         204.2




















(a)

Transaction-related and other expenses in the quarter ended December 31, 2025 reflect transaction, integration and legal costs associated with certain strategic transactions, and restructuring activities.







(b)

This balance includes a modification of equity awards in connection with the Separation. In June 2025, the compensation committee of the Company approved a cash payment in lieu of share issuance for the restricted share units vesting during the quarter ended December 31, 2025.





(2)

The following table reconciles total share-based compensation expense to adjusted share-based compensation expense:




Three Months Ended


Trailing

Twelve

Months


December 31,


March 31,


June 30,


September 30,


December 31,


December 31,


2024


2025


2025


2025


2025


2025


(Amounts in millions)



Total share-based

compensation expense

$             4.1


$             4.3


$             7.4


$             3.9


$             3.5


$           19.1

Less: Amount included in

restructuring and other(a)


(0.2)


(2.2)


(0.2)



(2.6)

Adjusted share-based

compensation expense

$            4.1


$            4.1


$            5.2


$            3.7


$            3.5


$          16.5




















(a)

Includes a modification of equity awards in connection with the Separation included in restructuring and other expenses. Refer to note (1)(b).





(3)

See "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for the definition of Adjusted OIBDA which is reconciled to operating loss in the table above, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure.



SUBSCRIBER DATA

The number of period-end service subscribers is one measure which management uses to evaluate the performance of our business. Service subscribers may impact revenue differently depending on specific distribution agreements we have with our distributors which may include a rate per STARZ subscriber, and/or rates per basic video household as well as the number of direct-to-consumer subscribers on discounted multi-month payment plans. The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, subscriptions to our Starz Networks Services:


As of


12/31/2024


3/31/2025


6/30/2025


9/30/2025


12/31/2025

United States










OTT Subscribers

11.77


12.30


12.18


12.29


12.66

Linear Subscribers

5.91


5.70


5.41


5.17


4.97

Total United States Subscribers

17.68


18.00


17.59


17.46


17.63











Canada










OTT Subscribers

0.80


0.74


0.68


0.68


Linear Subscribers

1.45


0.86


0.81


1.06


Total Canada Subscribers

2.25


1.60


1.49


1.74












Starz Networks










OTT Subscribers

12.57


13.04


12.86


12.97


12.66

Linear Subscribers

7.36


6.56


6.22


6.23


4.97

Total Starz Networks Subscribers

19.93


19.60


19.08


19.20


17.63

 

USE OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

This earnings release presents the following important financial measure utilized by Starz Entertainment Corp. (the "Company," "Starz," "we," "us" or "our") that is not a financial measure defined by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures, among other measures, to evaluate the operating performance of our business. This non-GAAP financial measure is in addition to, not a substitute for, or superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with United States GAAP.

Adjusted OIBDA: Adjusted OIBDA is defined as operating income (loss) before depreciation and amortization ("OIBDA"), adjusted for adjusted share-based compensation ("adjusted SBC"), restructuring and other costs, and unusual gains or losses (such as goodwill and intangible asset impairment), when applicable.

  • Depreciation and amortization as presented on our combined statement of operations.
  • Adjusted share-based expense compensation represents share-based compensation excluding the impact of the acceleration of certain vesting schedules for equity awards pursuant to certain severance arrangements, which are included in restructuring and other expenses, when applicable.
  • Restructuring and other includes restructuring costs, certain transaction-related and other expenses, and unusual items, when applicable.
  • Goodwill impairment and intangible asset impairment, when applicable.

Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratios: Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratio is defined as Net Corporate Debt (represents total Corporate Debt, excluding Unamortized Debt Issuance Costs, minus Cash and Cash Equivalents), divided by Adjusted OIBDA for the trailing twelve-months.

Free Cash Flow: Free Cash Flow is defined as net cash provided by (used in) operating activities, less capital expenditures.

Overall: These measures are non-GAAP financial measures as defined in Regulation G promulgated by the SEC and are in addition to, not a substitute for, or superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.

We use these non-GAAP measures, among other measures, to evaluate the operating performance of our business. We believe these measures provide useful information to investors regarding our results of operations before non-operating items and cash flows. Adjusted OIBDA is considered an important measure of the Company's performance because this measure eliminates amounts that, in management's opinion, do not necessarily reflect the fundamental performance of the Company's businesses, are infrequent in occurrence, and in some cases are non-cash expenses. In addition, the Adjusted OIBDA Leverage Ratio is an important metric as it provides insight into the Company's capital structure and financial risk, helping assess the Company's ability to meet its debt obligations and maintain financial flexibility. Free Cash Flow is considered an important measure of the Company's liquidity because it provides information about the ability of the Company to reduce net corporate debt and make strategic investments. The Company utilizes these measures, among others, to evaluate the performance of its business relative to its peers and the broader market.

These non-GAAP measures are commonly used in the entertainment industry and by financial analysts and others who follow the industry to measure operating performance. However, not all companies calculate these measures in the same manner and the measures as presented may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies due to differences in the methods of calculation and excluded items.

A general limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they are not prepared in accordance with GAAP. These measures should be reviewed in conjunction with the relevant GAAP financial measures and are not presented as an alternative measure of operating income, cash flow, net income (loss), or earnings (loss) per share as determined in accordance with GAAP.

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FAQ

What were STARZ (STRZ) Q4 2025 revenue and net loss figures?

STARZ reported $322.8 million in Q4 2025 revenue and a net loss of $(20.7) million. According to the company, operating loss was $(4.7) million and Adjusted OIBDA was $55.5 million for the quarter.

How many U.S. OTT subscribers did STARZ (STRZ) have at December 31, 2025?

STARZ had a record 12.7 million U.S. OTT subscribers at December 31, 2025. According to the company, this represents sequential growth and was driven by interest in recent scripted originals.

What is STARZ (STRZ) trailing‑12 month Adjusted OIBDA and leverage at year‑end 2025?

Trailing‑12 month Adjusted OIBDA was $204.0 million and the Adjusted OIBDA leverage ratio was 2.9x. According to the company, this calculation uses total Adjusted OIBDA for the twelve months ending December 31, 2025.

What 2026 financial targets did STARZ (STRZ) outline on February 26, 2026?

STARZ expects to grow Adjusted OIBDA and OTT revenue, delever to about 2.7x, and significantly improve free cash flow in 2026. According to the company, management views 2026 as a financial inflection point after exceeding 2025 guidance.

How leveraged was STARZ (STRZ) and what were its cash and debt balances at quarter end?

At December 31, 2025 STARZ had $300 million outstanding on Term Loan A, $325.1 million in senior notes and $35.7 million cash. According to the company, total net debt was $589.4 million at quarter end.
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