News Corporation filed a Form 8-K on October 30, 2026, disclosing copies of stock repurchase transaction information submitted to the Australian Securities Exchange on October 29, 2026, under its existing $1 billion share repurchase program.

Key Highlights

  • Repurchase authorization: The company is authorized to acquire up to $1 billion in aggregate of its outstanding Class A and Class B common stock.
  • ASX reporting obligation: Under Australian Securities Exchange rules, the company is required to provide daily disclosure of repurchase transactions to the ASX.
  • Exhibits attached: Copies of information provided to the ASX are attached as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, each dated as noted on the respective exhibit.
  • Two share classes covered: The repurchase program encompasses both Class A common stock (NASDAQ:NWSA) and Class B common stock (NASDAQ:NWS), each with a par value of $0.01 per share.
  • Forward-looking statements: The ASX disclosures contain forward-looking statements regarding the company's intent to repurchase shares, which the filing states "are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances."
  • Signed by: Michael L. Bunder, Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, on behalf of the registrant.

News Corporation's ASX Repurchase Disclosure: October 29, 2026 Transactions

News Corporation submitted a Form 8-K to the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 30, 2026, reporting that it had provided stock repurchase transaction information to the Australian Securities Exchange on October 29, 2026. The filing attaches that information as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, with specific dates noted on each exhibit. According to the filing, the company is obligated under ASX rules to make such disclosures on a daily basis whenever repurchase transactions occur.

The repurchase activity falls under News Corporation's standing Repurchase Program, which the filing describes as previously reported and authorizing the acquisition of up to $1 billion in aggregate of the company's outstanding shares of both Class A and Class B common stock. The company also noted that details of the program are included in its quarterly and annual reports filed with the SEC. The Class A shares trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol NWSA, and the Class B shares trade on the same exchange under the symbol NWS.

The filing includes a cautionary note that the ASX disclosures contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, specifically regarding the company's intent to repurchase shares from time to time. The company stated that these statements "are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances," and that actual results "may vary materially" due to factors including changes in the company's stock price, general market conditions, and applicable securities laws. The company expressly disclaimed any obligation to update these statements except as required by law or regulation.

What Was Disclosed

News Corporation filed an 8-K disclosing that it submitted daily stock repurchase information to the Australian Securities Exchange on October 29, 2026, as required by ASX rules, under a previously authorized program to repurchase up to $1 billion in Class A and Class B common stock.