Warner Music Group Corp. reports developments across its Recorded Music, Music Publishing, artist services and independent-distribution businesses. Company updates commonly cover revenue trends in recorded music streaming, publishing royalties, catalog monetization, operating margins and cash flow, with results framed through labels such as Atlantic, Warner Records, Elektra, Parlophone and Rhino and the Warner Chappell Music publishing catalog.
WMG news also includes partnerships, strategic investments and content initiatives that extend the company’s artist and songwriter catalog into new distribution, film, digital-platform and global music markets. Recurring announcements address earnings calls, conference appearances and business relationships involving ADA, WMX, Warner Chappell Music and the company’s international affiliate and licensee network.
Warner Music Group Corp. (Nasdaq: WMG) is set to release its fourth quarter and fiscal year financial results on November 15, 2021, for the period ending on September 30, 2021. An earnings conference call will follow at 8:30 a.m. ET, accessible via phone or webcast. Interested parties should prepare to dial in 10 minutes early. The conference call replay will be available until December 15, 2021. Warner Music continues to operate across 70 countries, with a diverse array of music labels and a vast catalog of over one million compositions.
Mattel, Warner Music Group, and iHeartMedia launched Barbie Radio, a 24-hour digital station available exclusively on iHeartRadio. The station features Barbie acting as a DJ, playing songs from her extensive catalog, including music from her latest album Barbie: Big City, Big Dreams. This initiative aims to engage children and families while promoting girl empowerment through its content. Barbie Radio can be accessed on various devices, providing an interactive musical experience for fans worldwide.
Warner Music Group has announced a secondary offering of 2,340,000 shares of its Class A common stock, priced at $44.00 per share. The offering, conducted by affiliates of Access Industries, is set to close on September 24, 2021. Warner Music Group will not sell any shares or receive proceeds from this offering. Morgan Stanley is acting as the underwriter. A shelf registration for the common stock has been filed and is effective, with all necessary documents available through the SEC and Morgan Stanley.
Warner Music Group Corp. announced the sale of 2,340,000 shares of its Class A common stock by affiliates of Access Industries to Morgan Stanley as the sole underwriter. The offering will be conducted on Nasdaq and other venues, with no proceeds going to Warner Music Group. The company advises investors to review the registration statement and prospectus filed with the SEC. The press release serves as a notification and not an offer.
Warner Music Group Corp. (WMG) announced that CEO Steve Cooper will participate in a Q&A session at the Goldman Sachs 30th Annual Communacopia Conference on September 23, 2021, at 2:05 p.m. ET. The event will be accessible to the public via a live webcast on WMG’s Investor Relations homepage. A replay will also be available in the Past Events section post-event. WMG operates globally, representing various renowned music labels and boasts a vast catalog of over 1.4 million musical compositions across multiple genres.
Warner Music Group (WMG) has secured a global partnership with the estate of David Bowie, gaining rights to his entire music catalog spanning five decades. This deal expands WMG's previous agreement, now including Bowie's works from 2000 to 2016, such as Blackstar and The Next Day. WMG's relationship with the Bowie estate, ongoing since 2013, has seen successful reissues and box sets. This partnership aims to honor Bowie's legacy and introduce his music to new audiences.
Roblox (NYSE: RBLX) and Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) have partnered to launch the Twenty One Pilots Concert Experience on September 17, 2021, at 4 p.m. PDT. This interactive virtual concert utilizes Roblox technology to allow fans to dictate the setlist in real-time and participate in pre-concert quests across Roblox's popular experiences. Featuring exclusive merchandise and behind-the-scenes content, the concert aims to enhance fan engagement. The event aligns with Twenty One Pilots' creative philosophy, presenting a five-song set including hits and new material.
Warner Music Group Corp. (WMG) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share on its Class A and Class B Common Stock, totaling approximately $77.2 million. The dividend is set to be paid on September 1, 2021, to shareholders on record by the close of business on August 25, 2021. This declaration reflects WMG's ongoing commitment to returning value to its shareholders while maintaining its legacy as a leading music company.
Warner Music Group Corp. (WMG) has initiated a private offering of euro-denominated senior secured notes through its subsidiary, WMG Acquisition Corp. The proceeds will be used to fund the redemption of 3.625% senior secured notes due 2026, called for redemption on August 16, 2021. The offering is exempt from the Securities Act registration requirements and is aimed at qualified institutional buyers and certain persons outside the U.S. This announcement includes forward-looking statements and is subject to various risks and uncertainties.
Warner Music Group reported strong fiscal results for Q3 2021, with total revenue increasing by 33% to $1.34 billion. Notable growth in recorded music revenue, which rose 34% to $1.15 billion, was supported by a 27% rise in streaming revenue. The company achieved a net income of $61 million, a significant turnaround from a $519 million loss in the same period last year. Adjusted OIBDA grew 58% to $263 million. Despite ongoing challenges from the pandemic, notable increases were observed in both physical and digital sectors.