Independent Franchise Partners (NWS) reports 8.79% News Corp Class A stake

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Independent Franchise Partners, LLP filed Amendment No. 8 reporting its ownership of News Corp Class A common stock. As of June 30, 2026, the firm beneficially owned 32,074,535 Class A shares, representing 8.79% of this class of securities.

The filer reported sole voting powershared voting powersole dispositive powerno shared dispositive powerSandeep Ghela.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 32,074,535 shares Percent of class: 8.79% Sole voting power: 30,340,444 shares +3 more

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Shares beneficially owned 32,074,535 shares Class A common stock beneficially owned as of June 30, 2026

Percent of class 8.79% Percentage of News Corp Class A common stock owned

Sole voting power 30,340,444 shares Shares over which the filer has sole power to vote

Shared voting power 988,186 shares Shares over which the filer has shared power to vote

Sole dispositive power 32,074,535 shares Shares over which the filer has sole power to dispose

Shared dispositive power 0 shares Shares over which the filer has shared power to dispose

Key Terms

beneficially owned, sole voting power, shared voting power, sole dispositive power, +1 more

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beneficially owned financial

"Amount beneficially owned: 32,074,535"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

sole voting power financial

"Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 30,340,444.00"

Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.

shared voting power financial

"Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 988,186.00"

Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.

sole dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 32,074,535.00"

Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.

shared dispositive power financial

"Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0"

FAQ

What ownership stake in News Corp (NWS) does Independent Franchise Partners report?

Independent Franchise Partners, LLP reports beneficial ownership of 32,074,535 News Corp Class A shares, representing 8.79% of that class. This reflects a significant institutional position with detailed voting and dispositive powers disclosed in the Schedule 13G/A filing.

How much voting power does Independent Franchise Partners have in News Corp (NWS)?

Independent Franchise Partners reports sole voting powershared voting power

What dispositive power over News Corp (NWS) shares is disclosed?

Independent Franchise Partners reports sole dispositive power32,074,535 News Corp Class A shares it beneficially owns and no shared dispositive power

As of what date is Independent Franchise Partners’ News Corp (NWS) ownership reported?

The ownership information is reported as of June 30, 2026. The Schedule 13G/A indicates the number of News Corp Class A shares beneficially owned and the associated voting and dispositive powers as of that date.

Who signed the Schedule 13G/A related to News Corp (NWS) for Independent Franchise Partners?

The filing was signed by Sandeep Ghela, Chief Operating Officer of Independent Franchise Partners, LLP. The signature confirms the accuracy of the reported ownership and authority details regarding News Corp Class A common stock.

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Available on EDGAR 08/13/2026 - 09:24 AM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/13/2026 - 09:24 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 8)

NEWS CORP

(Name of Issuer)

Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share

(Title of Class of Securities)

65249B109

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 65249B109

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Independent Franchise Partners, LLP

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED KINGDOM

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 30,340,444.00
6	Shared Voting Power 988,186.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 32,074,535.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

32,074,535.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

8.79 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: NEWS CORP
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 1211 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, 10036
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Independent Franchise Partners, LLP
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: Level 1, 10 Portman Square, London W1H 6AZ, United Kingdom
(c)	Citizenship: United Kingdom
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share
(e)	CUSIP No.: 65249B109
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 32,074,535
(b)	Percent of class: 8.79%
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 30,340,444.00
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 988,186.00
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 32,074,535.00
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

Independent Franchise Partners, LLP

Signature:	Sandeep Ghela
Name/Title:	Sandeep Ghela | Chief Operating Officer
Date:	08/13/2026