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News Corporation: How Dow Jones & Realtor.com Are Rewriting the Media Revenue Playbook!

News Corporation’s recent earnings call for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 showcased a mixed yet forward-leaning performance across its diversified portfolio. Total company revenues grew by 6% to reach $2.4 billion, while total segment EBITDA rose by 9%, despite a one-time inventory-related charge impacting HarperCollins. Net income from continuing operations, however, fell by 21% due to the absence of a significant gain recorded in the previous year. Adjusted earnings per share climbed from $0.33 to $0.40 quarter-over-quarter, with profitability margins showing a modest improvement. The company continues its transformation towards a digital-first strategy, with its digital revenues accounting for a major portion of earnings, primarily led by Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services. Dow Jones delivered an 8% revenue increase, achieving record highs in digital advertising and B2B services. The Professional Information Business, in particular, demonstrated strong performance with a 12% revenue growth.