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Urban One, Inc. (NASDAQ: UONEK) generates a steady flow of news as a diversified media company focused on Black Americans and urban consumers in the United States. News about Urban One often centers on its financial performance, capital structure decisions and developments across its television, radio, digital and syndicated audio segments.
Regular earnings releases provide detail on net revenue, operating income or loss, broadcast and digital operating income and Adjusted EBITDA for the Radio Broadcasting, Reach Media, Digital and Cable Television segments. These updates also describe trends in areas such as core radio advertising, cable TV advertising, affiliate revenue, digital advertising demand and segment-level performance.
Urban One’s news flow also includes announcements related to its debt and capital management. In 2025, the company reported repurchases of portions of its 7.375% senior secured notes due 2028 and launched offers to exchange these notes for new senior secured notes, purchase a portion of the existing notes for cash and issue new first lien senior secured notes. Related press releases describe the structure of these offers, participation levels and associated consent solicitations to amend the existing notes indenture.
Beyond financial and capital markets updates, Urban One issues news on research and cultural initiatives. For example, the company announced its Cultural ROI Study, “Influence to Impact: Black Culture’s Role in Brand Growth,” which examines Black cultural influence and brand trust. Investors and observers following UONEK news can expect coverage of quarterly results, conference call schedules, debt transactions, governance developments and research efforts tied to the company’s focus on Black and urban audiences.
Urban One (Nasdaq: UONE and UONEK) announced a 10-for-1 reverse stock split for all classes of common stock, effective 11:59 p.m. on January 22, 2026, with split-adjusted trading expected to begin on Nasdaq on January 23, 2026. The move is intended to help the Company regain compliance with Nasdaq's $1.00 minimum bid for continued listing for Class D shares. Symbols will remain UONE and UONEK and new CUSIPs were provided. No fractional shares will be issued; holders entitled to fractions will receive cash in lieu based on the closing price on the Effective Date. The split applies uniformly to all common classes and does not change proportional ownership or total stockholders' equity, aside from cash payments for fractional shares.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONE) announced the expiration and final results of its concurrent Exchange Offer, Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation, with Eligible Holders tendering approximately $476.02 million of Existing 7.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (≈97.580% of outstanding).
The company offered Exchange Notes (7.625% due 2031), a Tender Offer (up to $185.0M for up to $111.0M cash) and a Subscription Offer for up to $60.6M of new 10.500% First Lien Notes due 2030; the Subscription is backstopped for ≈$56.2M by Supporting Noteholders. Settlement is expected on or around Dec 18, 2025, subject to customary conditions and refinancing consents.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONE) announced early results of its December 2025 Exchange Offer, Tender Offer and Subscription Offer for its 7.375% senior secured notes due 2028. As of the Early Tender Date (Dec 1, 2025), the company received valid tenders and consents representing approximately $450.0 million or 92.2% of outstanding Existing Notes. The Tender Offer was oversubscribed versus the $185.0 million Tender Cap and will be subject to proration. Eligible holders subscribed for about $4.7 million of New First Lien Notes; supporting holders have committed to backstop the remaining ~$55.9 million. The company received the requisite consents to implement proposed indenture amendments to remove many covenants, release liens and guarantees, and modify default provisions; amendments become operative only upon consummation of the Offers. The Offers expire Dec 15, 2025 unless extended.
Urban One (NASDAQ:UONE/UONEK) launched an exchange offer, tender offer and consent solicitation dated Nov 14, 2025 to restructure its 7.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (outstanding $487,836,000). The company offers new 7.625% Senior Secured Notes due 2031, cash for purchases (Tender Cap $185.0M for up to $111.0M cash) and a subscription to up to $60.6M of 10.500% first lien notes due 2030.
A Transaction Support Agreement with holders representing ~73% of existing notes includes a 3.0% backstop premium; key deadlines: Early Tender Dec 1, 2025, Expiration Dec 15, 2025.
Urban One (NASDAQ:UONE / UONEK) reported third-quarter 2025 results with net revenue of $92.7 million, down 16.0% year-over-year. The company posted operating income of $2.5 million versus an operating loss of $26.2 million a year earlier and a net loss of $2.8 million or $(0.06) per share (basic) compared with $(0.68) in Q3 2024. Adjusted EBITDA was $14.2 million versus $25.4 million in Q3 2024. Management lowered full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance from $60.0 million to $56.0–$58.0 million. CEO Alfred Liggins cited softer ad markets: Radio core down 8.1% (Q3) and pacing down 30.2% all-in for Q4; Reach Media and Digital revenues down 40% and 30% respectively. The company repurchased $4.5 million of its 2028 notes at ~52% of par, reducing outstanding debt to $487.8 million.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONE, UONEK) will host a conference call to discuss third quarter 2025 results on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EST. U.S. callers: +1-888-596-4144; international: +1-646-968-2525; Access Code: 7822067.
A replay is available from 2:00 p.m. EST November 4, 2025 until 11:59 p.m. EST November 14, 2025 via +1-800-770-2030 (international +1-609-800-9909), Replay Access Code: 7822067. Live audio and replay will also be available on Urban One's investor website at www.urban1.com; the replay will be posted on the website for seven days after the call.
Urban One (NASDAQ:UONE), the largest Black-owned multimedia company in the U.S., has released its groundbreaking "Cultural ROI Study" revealing the significant influence of Black culture on mainstream American consumer behavior. The study, titled "Influence to Impact: Black Culture's Role in Brand Growth," surveyed over 3,700 consumers across various demographics.
Key findings show that 79% of U.S. consumers acknowledge Black Americans' cultural influence, with over 50% recognizing their impact across music, fashion, food, politics, sports, and beauty. Notably, 76% of U.S. consumers and over 80% of Gen Z and Millennials report personal benefits from Black culture representation, while 51% of consumers express increased brand trust when Black consumers are consistently represented.
The research methodology included quantitative surveys, mobile ethnographies with 20 diverse participants, focus groups, and expert interviews, establishing that authentic engagement with Black consumers drives brand growth and loyalty.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONE) reported significant declines in Q2 2025 financial results. Net revenue decreased 22.2% to $91.6 million compared to Q2 2024. The company recorded a substantial operating loss of $120.7 million, nearly double the $60.4 million loss from the previous year.
Key financial metrics showed broad deterioration: net loss widened to $77.9 million ($(1.74) per share), Adjusted EBITDA fell 51.6% to $14.0 million, and broadcast/digital operating income declined 25% to $25.7 million. The company reduced its full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance to $60.0 million.
During Q2, Urban One repurchased $64.0 million of its 2028 Notes at 51.8% of par value, reducing outstanding debt to $492.3 million. The company faces challenges across segments, with core radio advertising down 11.8%, cable TV advertising declining 4.2%, and significant weakness in Reach Media and Digital segments.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONEK; UONE) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings conference call for Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EDT. U.S. participants can dial toll-free at +1-888-596-4144, while international callers can dial +1-646-968-2525, using Access Code 3660282.
A replay will be available from 2:00 p.m. EDT August 19 until 11:59 p.m. EDT August 26, 2025, accessible via +1-800-770-2030 (U.S.) or +1-609-800-9909 (international). The conference call audio and replay will also be available on Urban One's website at www.urban1.com for seven days after the call.
Urban One (NASDAQ: UONEK; UONE) has issued a correction to its previously announced Second Quarter 2025 earnings conference call date. The company will now host the call on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, rather than August 19 as initially stated.
Investors can join using the toll-free number +1-888-596-4144 (US) or +1-646-968-2525 (international) with access code 3660282. A replay will be available from 2:00 p.m. EDT on August 13 until August 20, 2025, and can be accessed via phone or through Urban One's corporate website at www.urban1.com for seven days after the call.