Warner Music Group Corp. Stock Price, News & Analysis

Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) has appointed Lo Ting-Fai (Lofai) as President of Warner Music APAC, effective August 11, 2025. Based in Hong Kong, Lofai will report directly to CEO Robert Kyncl and oversee all recorded music territory heads across the Asia-Pacific region.

Lofai joins WMG from PCCW, where he served as CEO of MakerVille and COO of Viu. His diverse background includes roles as Creative Director for Apple Asia Pacific, creative positions at major advertising agencies, and songwriting under the pseudonym "Yu Ri". The appointment aligns with WMG's strategic focus on expanding its presence in the APAC region and developing Asian artists for the global stage.

Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) has appointed Alejandro Duque as President of ADA, the company's independent distribution and label services arm, while maintaining his current role as President of Warner Music Latin America.

Duque, who has led Warner Music Latin America since 2021, will continue to be based in Miami and report to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl. Under his leadership, he has successfully promoted artists like Blessd, Danny Ocean, and Myke Towers, while strengthening WMG's ties with the independent music community.

With over 20 years of industry experience, including previous roles at Universal Music, Duque will focus on expanding ADA's distribution business and enhancing its brand through service excellence, flexible deal-making, and technological innovation.

Warner Music Group (NYSE:WMG) has scheduled its third quarter fiscal 2025 earnings conference call for Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The financial results will cover the quarter ended June 30, 2025.

Participants can access the call by registering online to receive unique dial-in details and a PIN. The company recommends joining 10 minutes before the start time. A webcast option is available for those not planning to ask questions, and a replay will be accessible through the investor relations website at investors.wmg.com.

Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) and Bain Capital have announced a significant joint venture to invest up to $1.2 billion in acquiring iconic music catalogs across recorded music and music publishing. The partnership is structured with equal equity commitments from both companies.

Under the agreement, WMG and Bain Capital will collaboratively source and acquire the catalogs, while WMG will handle all marketing, distribution, and administration aspects. The venture combines WMG's global infrastructure and industry relationships with Bain Capital's financial resources and capabilities.

The strategic partnership aims to provide artists and songwriters with opportunities to preserve and enhance their catalogs' value, leveraging the growing opportunities in streaming and emerging technologies. Goldman Sachs and Fifth Third Bank will serve as joint lead arrangers for the venture.

Coldplay, in partnership with Warner Music Group (WMG), announces the re-release of their entire album catalog on innovative EcoRecords, made from recycled plastic bottles. Each 140g record requires approximately nine recycled PET bottles and is manufactured using injection-molding technology that reduces carbon emissions by 85% compared to traditional vinyl production. This initiative follows the successful launch of their 10th album 'Moon Music' on EcoRecords last year. The re-releases, available for pre-order immediately, will officially launch on August 15th and include all their albums from 'Parachutes' through 'Music Of The Spheres'. This sustainable approach aligns with Coldplay's broader environmental efforts, including their achievement of reducing their Music Of The Spheres World Tour carbon footprint by 59%.

Warner Music Group (WMG) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share for both its Class A and Class B Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on June 3, 2025, to shareholders who are recorded as stockholders at the close of business on May 27, 2025.

Warner Music Group (WMG) reported mixed Q2 2025 financial results. Total revenue decreased 1% to $1.48 billion, though it increased 1% in constant currency. Net income fell 63% to $36 million, while operating income rose 41% to $168 million. The company's cash position improved significantly, with operating cash flow increasing to $69 million compared to -$31 million in Q2 2024. Recorded Music revenue declined 1.2%, with streaming revenue down 0.4%, while Music Publishing revenue grew 1.3%. Digital revenue decreased 0.8%, though subscription streaming revenue showed growth of 1.1%. The company maintained strong cost management through its Strategic Restructuring Plan, with free cash flow improving to $33 million from -$57 million year-over-year.

Warner Music Group (WMG) has announced a strategic partnership with entrepreneur Anjula Acharia to launch 5 Junction, a new joint venture label focused on discovering U.S.-based artists of South Asian heritage and promoting WMG's existing South Asian artists.

The label will work closely with Warner Records and WMG's India team, building on recent successes like Diljit Dosanjh's record-breaking Punjabi concert in Canada and breakthrough achievements by artists King and Jasleen Royal on Spotify's Global Top 25.

5 Junction will also collaborate with 91 North Records, a joint venture between Warner Music India and Warner Music Canada. The initiative aims to amplify South Asian music in the U.S. market, leveraging Acharia's expertise in building global platforms and cross-cultural careers.

Warner Music Group (WMG) has appointed Armin Zerza as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 5, reporting to CEO Robert Kyncl. Zerza joins from Activision Blizzard, where he served as CFO and Chief Commercial Officer, playing a key role in Microsoft's acquisition of the company.

With 30 years of experience across entertainment, technology, and consumer goods industries, Zerza previously spent over 20 years at Procter & Gamble in various senior leadership roles. He held CFO positions for multibillion-dollar businesses including P&G's European Baby Care and Latin America divisions.

Current EVP & CFO Bryan Castellani will serve until May 5 and then transition to an advisory role to ensure a smooth handover. Zerza holds a Master's Degree in Economics and Commerce from Vienna University of Economics and Business.