NEWS CORP 8-K

What Happened
News Corporation (NWSA) filed an 8-K on January 8, 2026 (Item 8.01) to report information it provided to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) relating to the Company’s ongoing stock repurchase programs. The Company is authorized to repurchase up to $1 billion in the aggregate of its Class A and Class B common stock and, under ASX rules, must provide daily disclosure of any transactions made under those programs. The filing attaches the ASX notices as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2 and includes the Company’s forward‑looking statements disclaimer.

Key Details

• Authorized repurchase amount: up to $1.0 billion aggregate of Class A and Class B common stock.
• Filing date: January 8, 2026 (8-K filed and signed by Michael L. Bunder, Senior VP, Deputy General Counsel & Corporate Secretary).
• Regulatory disclosure: ASX requires daily reporting of transactions under the repurchase programs; the filing includes the specific ASX notices (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2).
• Forward‑looking language: statements about intent to repurchase are based on management expectations and subject to market/legal/other risks; no obligation to update forecasts except as required by law.

Why It Matters
Stock repurchase programs can affect share count and per‑share metrics (like earnings per share) and signal management’s intent to return capital or support the stock price. This filing does not announce new authorization beyond the previously reported $1B program; it documents the Company’s compliance with ASX reporting requirements and provides investors with the specific notices filed on the ASX. Investors should watch future ASX disclosures (or Company filings) for actual repurchase activity and amounts purchased.