Fox A 2025 Q4 Earnings Strong Performance as Net Income Surges 124.7%

Fox A (FOXA) reported its fiscal 2025 Q4 earnings on Aug 05th, 2025. The company delivered results that significantly exceeded expectations, with both revenue and earnings rising sharply. While no formal guidance was provided, management expressed confidence in continued momentum, supported by strategic investments and a strong balance sheet.

Fox A's total revenue for the quarter increased by 6.3% to $3.29 billion, driven by robust performance across its core segments. The Cable Network Programming segment generated $1.53 billion, while Television revenue stood at $1.71 billion, split between $700 million in Advertising and $840 million in Affiliate fees. Additional contributions came from Affiliate fees in the broader segment at $1.07 billion, Advertising revenue of $378 million, and $63 million from Corporate and Other operations. Eliminations reduced total revenue by $15 million.

Fox A’s earnings surged as well, with EPS rising 130.9% to $1.57 in 2025 Q4 from $0.68 in 2024 Q4. Net income climbed to $719 million, a 124.7% increase from $320 million, marking the seventh consecutive year of profitability in the period. The strong performance highlights the company’s consistent operational and financial momentum.

The stock price of Fox A has declined slightly in recent sessions, dropping 5.24% during the latest trading day, 1.84% over the week, and 2.42% month-to-date. However, a historical strategy of buying the stock after a revenue beat has delivered impressive returns—62.59% over the past three years—far outperforming the benchmark. The approach maintained a Sharpe ratio of 0.71, reflecting a strong risk-adjusted return despite a volatility of 25.19%.

A post-earnings strategy of buying FOXA shares after a quarterly revenue increase and holding for 30 days has historically delivered strong performance. Over the past three years, this approach has yielded a 62.59% return, vastly outpacing the 0.00% return of the benchmark. The strategy's CAGR of 17.79% indicates consistent growth, with no maximum drawdown and a Sharpe ratio of 0.71. The 25.19% volatility reflects market reactions to earnings reports, but the excess return underscores the effectiveness of capitalizing on revenue growth.

Lachlan Murdoch, Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer, described fiscal 2025 as an outstanding year for FOX, highlighting record financial results and strategic investments in digital growth. He emphasized the company’s strong operational and financial momentum and expressed confidence in its trajectory with the launch of FOX One. Murdoch also announced a $5 billion increase in the share repurchase authorization and a semi-annual dividend raise to $0.28 per share, reflecting a robust capital return strategy.

Fox A expressed optimism for fiscal 2026, entering the year with solid momentum and expectations of continued value delivery to shareholders. While no specific guidance was provided, the CEO emphasized confidence in the company’s future performance, backed by strategic direction, leadership in key verticals, and a strong balance sheet.

Additional News: What To Expect From FOX’s (FOXA) Q2 Earnings
Fox (NASDAQ:FOXA) is set to report its Q2 earnings, with analysts expecting revenue to remain flat at $3.12 billion, slightly slower than the 2% year-over-year growth in the same period last year. Adjusted earnings per share are forecast at $1.00. The company has exceeded Wall Street expectations in the past, including a 4.3% revenue beat in the prior quarter. Most analysts have reaffirmed their estimates, indicating stable expectations. Meanwhile, peers like Paramount and Hasbro have shown mixed results in the consumer discretionary sector, with Paramount meeting revenue expectations and Hasbro beating adjusted estimates despite a revenue decline. As the market braces for the report, FOX stock has risen 1.3% in the past month, approaching an average analyst price target of $58.47.