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News Corporation Class B (NWS) Stock

News Corporation Class B Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

News Corporation Class B (NWS), a prominent company in the communication services sector within the entertainment industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $30.51. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $26.17 and $35.47. This places the current price at 86.0% of its 52-week high and 16.6% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 664,697. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US65249B2088.

52-Week Range

$35.47 - $26.17

-13.98% from high · +16.58% from low

Avg Daily Volume

664,697

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

40.07

Above market average

Forward P/E

42.55

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

2.23

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

2.16

EV/EBITDA

12.91

EPS (TTM)

$0.86

Price to Sales

2.10

Beta

1.19

Similar volatility to market

How is NWS valued relative to its earnings and growth?
News Corporation Class B trades at a P/E ratio of 40.07, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 42.55 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.23 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is NWS's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.19, News Corporation Class B is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 2.16 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

14.00%

Operating Margin

9.10%

EBITDA

$1.13B

Return on Equity

7.04%

Return on Assets

3.71%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

0.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

1386.00%

How profitable and efficient is NWS's business model?
News Corporation Class B achieves a profit margin of 14.00%, meaning it retains $14.00 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 9.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 7.04% and ROA at 3.71%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are NWS's recent growth trends?
News Corporation Class B's revenue grew by 0.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 1386.00% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against ENTERTAINMENT industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.20

Dividend Yield

0.59%

Ex-Dividend Date

Sep 10, 2025

Dividend Date

Oct 8, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from NWS?
News Corporation Class B offers a dividend yield of 0.59%, paying $0.20 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Sep 10, 2025.
How reliable is NWS's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - News Corporation Class B pays $0.20 per share in dividends against earnings of $0.86 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 23.26%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Oct 8, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$17.7B

Revenue (TTM)

$8.45B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$14.89

Shares Outstanding

187.75M

Book Value/Share

$15.52

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is NWS's market capitalization and position?
News Corporation Class B has a market capitalization of $17.7B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 187.75M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the ENTERTAINMENT industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does NWS's price compare to its book value?
News Corporation Class B's book value per share is $15.52, while the current stock price is $30.51, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.97. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$26.50

13.14% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

5

Hold

2

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for NWS?
9 analysts cover NWS with 78% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $26.50 implies -13.1% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on NWS?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 5 Buy, 2 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 1, 2025, 05:57 AM

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