TEGNA (TGNA) furnishes Q2 2025 results via Form 8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

On August 7, 2025, TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) furnished a Form 8-K under Item 2.02 to alert investors that it has issued a press release reporting consolidated results for its second quarter and first half ended June 30, 2025. The detailed financial metrics are contained only in Exhibit 99.1, which accompanies the filing but is expressly treated as “furnished,” not “filed,” under the Exchange Act. No income statement, balance sheet, guidance, or management commentary is included in the body of the 8-K.

The company also listed the standard communications check-boxes and confirmed its common stock trading symbol on the NYSE. The report was signed by Senior Vice President & Controller Clifton A. McClelland III. Aside from the earnings press release and the Inline XBRL cover page file (Exhibit 104), no additional exhibits or material transactions were disclosed.

Insights

Securities Analyst

TL;DR: Routine 8-K simply announces Q2 earnings release; no financial data provided—neutral market impact.

The filing’s sole purpose is to comply with Regulation FD by making investors aware of an accompanying press release. Because the 8-K lacks revenue, EPS, cash-flow or guidance figures, market participants must consult Exhibit 99.1 for any valuation-relevant information. In isolation, the document neither alters risk profile nor informs forward estimates, so it should be viewed as a procedural notification rather than a catalyst.

Corporate Governance Expert

TL;DR: Standard compliance filing; governance and disclosure practices remain consistent—no red flags.

The company followed best practice by furnishing rather than filing the press release, limiting liability under Section 18 while still providing timely disclosure. Signature by the Controller, rather than the CEO/CFO, is permissible for Item 2.02 events and signals routine internal controls. No emerging-growth election or other exemptions were taken.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 07, 2025

TEGNA Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			1-6961	16-0442930
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
8350 Broad Street Suite 2000
Tysons, Virginia				22102-5151
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (703) 873-6600

Not Applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, Par Value		TGNA		New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On August 7, 2025, TEGNA Inc. reported its consolidated financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2025. A copy of this press release is furnished with this report as Exhibit 99.1.

The information contained in this Current Report shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		TEGNA Inc. News Release dated August 7, 2025 (earnings release reporting TEGNA Inc.’s financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2025).
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

		TEGNA Inc.
Date: August 7, 2025	By:	/s/ Clifton A. McClelland III
		Clifton A. McClelland III
		Senior Vice President and Controller

FAQ

What did TEGNA (TGNA) announce in its August 7, 2025 Form 8-K?

The company furnished a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing Q2 and first-half 2025 financial results.

Are financial figures like revenue or EPS included in the 8-K body?

No. Quantitative results are only in the attached press release; the filing itself lists no metrics.

Does the 8-K impact TEGNA's financial statements in other SEC filings?

Because the release is "furnished," it is not incorporated by reference into other filings unless specifically cited.

Who signed the Form 8-K for TEGNA?

Clifton A. McClelland III, Senior Vice President & Controller, signed the report on August 7, 2025.

What exhibits accompany the 8-K filing?

Exhibit 99.1 (earnings press release) and Exhibit 104 (Inline XBRL cover page data).