News Corp Files 8‑K: ASX Disclosures for $1B Share Repurchase Program

What Happened
News Corporation (NWSA) filed an 8‑K on September 17, 2026 (Item 8.01) providing information submitted to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) about its ongoing stock repurchase program. The company reaffirmed that it is authorized to repurchase up to $1 billion in the aggregate of its Class A and Class B common stock and attached the ASX disclosures as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2. The filing also includes the company’s standard forward‑looking statements disclaimer.

Key Details

• The Repurchase Program authorization: up to $1.0 billion aggregate for Class A and Class B common stock.
• ASX reporting requirement: the company provides daily disclosure of transactions under the Repurchase Program (when transactions occur).
• Documents attached: Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2 contain the information provided to the ASX on the respective dates.
• Filing date and signer: 8‑K filed September 17, 2026; signed by Michael L. Bunder, Senior VP, Deputy General Counsel & Corporate Secretary.

Why It Matters
A share repurchase program can reduce outstanding shares and potentially support earnings per share and the stock price; the ASX disclosures increase transparency about any buybacks. For investors, this filing is primarily informational — it confirms the company’s ongoing authorization to buy back up to $1 billion of stock and provides the formal ASX notices. The filing’s forward‑looking statements note that actual repurchases depend on market conditions, securities laws and other factors, and the company does not commit to update those statements except as required by law.