E. W. Scripps

The E.W. Scripps Co. engages in the television and newspaper publishing. It operates through the following business segments: Local Media, National Media, and Other. The Local Media segment comprises local broadcast television stations and their related digital operations. The National Media segment consists of national media businesses including over-the-air broadcast networks, Katz, podcast business, Midroll, next generation national news network, Newsy, and other national brands. The company was founded by Edward Willis Scripps in 1878 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

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E.W. Scripps reports strong Q4 earnings amidst ad market challenges

E.W. Scripps Company delivered a robust performance in Q4 2022, driven by strong revenue growth and profit margins, despite challenges in national advertising and upcoming revenue declines.
The company's strategic focus on live sports, news content, and cost-saving reorganization positions it well for future growth and negotiations in the evolving media landscape.
Analysts' inquiries into cost savings breakdown, advertising trends, and distribution strategies reflect a mix of challenges and opportunities that Scripps is navigating to drive shareholder value and revenue growth.

E.W. Scripps reports resilient Q1 results amidst economic challenges

E.W. Scripps focuses on financial discipline, strategic growth, and creating a more efficient business despite economic challenges. Strong performance in certain advertising categories and partnerships with sports teams for full distribution and monetization. Revised guidance for 2023 and expectations of significant opportunities in ATSC 3.0 transition.

Scripps reports strong Q2 results, eyes growth amidst industry challenges

Scripps demonstrated resilience in Q2 amidst industry challenges, focusing on debt reduction and cost savings while strategically positioning for long-term value creation.
Despite revenue declines in Q2, the company's strong performance in segment profits and adaptability to market dynamics showcase its strategic agility.
Opportunities in the auto industry, connected TV platforms, and potential benefits from the Hollywood strike position Scripps for future growth and cost efficiencies.

E.W. Scripps Q3 Earnings Beat Expectations, Eyes Growth Opportunities

E.W. Scripps Company's Q3 performance was strong, driven by local ad sales and Connected TV revenue growth. Despite challenges in advertising and TV station costs, Scripps is focused on leveraging opportunities in sports rights deals, political ad revenue, and debt reduction.

E.W. Scripps beats Q4 expectations, eyes growth amidst challenges

E.W. Scripps showcased strong performance in Q4 2023, exceeding free cash flow expectations and driving revenue growth in key segments.
While facing challenges such as projected losses and shareholder-attributed losses, the company remains focused on cost savings and debt reduction.
Opportunities lie in leveraging advertising momentum, growth in Connected TV revenue, and strategic financial maneuvers to navigate the evolving media landscape.

E.W. Scripps achieves record political revenue amidst market challenges

E.W. Scripps reported strong performance in political advertising revenue and local media division, while facing challenges in the Networks division and auto advertising.
The company's strategic strengths lie in leveraging live sports partnerships, debt reduction plans, and promoting over-the-air TV for revenue growth.
Opportunities exist in optimizing resource allocation, capitalizing on over-the-air TV growth, focusing on local dealers, and maintaining confidence in political revenue outlook.
Scripps needs to address challenges in the Networks division, CTV dynamics, and auto advertising decline while capitalizing on growth opportunities for sustained performance.

E. W. Scripps (SSP) reports record political ad revenue and aggressive debt reduction strategy

E. W. Scripps (SSP) delivered a strong performance in Q3 2024, driven by record political ad revenue and successful debt reduction efforts. While facing challenges in certain divisions, the company is strategically focused on margin expansion and operational efficiencies. Scripps is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for further financial improvement.

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The E.W. Scripps Co. engages in television and newspaper publishing. It operates through the following business segments: Local Media, Scripps Networks, and Other. The Local Media segment consists of local broadcast television stations and their related digital operations. The Scripps Networks segment consists of national television networks. The company was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

E.W. Scripps (SSP) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 184.78% and 0.48%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

E.W. Scripps (SSP) Beats Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

CINCINNATI, Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) today reported operating results for the fourth quarter of 2020. The sale of Scripps' Stitcher business closed on Oct. 16, 2020. The business was classified as discontinued operations in our consolidated...

Scripps reports fourth-quarter 2020 results

On Friday, February 26, E W Scripps (NASDAQ:SSP) will report its last quarter's earnings. Here is Benzinga's preview of the company's release.

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PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital's measurement of French-language digital audio streams has been certified by the ACPM association.

Triton Digital's Streaming Audio Measurement Service Receives Certification From the Alliance for Press and Media Figures (ACPM)

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital Releases the Latest U.S. Podcast Report for the January 2021 Reporting Period

Kast Media and All Things Comedy (ATC) Make Their Network Debut in Triton's U.S. Podcast Report for January 2021

E.W. Scripps (SSP) saw a big move last session, as its shares jumped more than 5% on the day, amid huge volumes.

E.W. Scripps (SSP) Catches Eye: Stock Jumps 5.3% Higher

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The E.W. Scripps Co. (NASDAQ: SSP) announced Wednesday the sale of its Triton Digital subsidiary to iHeartMedia (NASDAQ: IHRT) for $230 million. What Happened: Scripps acquired Triton, a Los Angeles-based digital audio technology and advertising company, in 2018 for $150 million.

Scripps Sells Triton Digital To iHeartMedia For $230M

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--iHeartMedia (NASDAQ: IHRT), the No. 1 audio company in America and the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, today announced it has entered into an agreement with The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) to acquire Triton Digital®, the global technology and services leader to the digital audio and podcast industry, for $230 million, subject to certain adjustments.* With this acquisition, iHeartMedia will now be able to provide audio content to producers and advertisers with

iHeartMedia, the #1 Podcast Publisher, to Acquire Triton Digital

According to a regulatory filing, Berkshire Hathaway also now holds 147.6 million shares of Verizon, and an additional 48.4 million shares of Chevron and 23.07 million shares of E.W. Scripps. The company also trimmed its stake in its largest stock holding, Apple, by 5.4%.

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CINCINNATI, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) today honored some of the best work from 2020 across the company with the Give Light Awards. The awards – named to reflect Scripps' longtime company motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way"...

Scripps' Give Light Awards recognize employees who went above and beyond in 2020

CINCINNATI, Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report fourth-quarter 2020 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Friday, Feb. 26. Scripps also will host a special virtual investor presentation, on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, from 10...

Scripps to report fourth-quarter 2020 operating results on Feb. 26

CINCINNATI, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Co. (NASDAQ: SSP) will host a special investor presentation with President and CEO Adam Symson and his leadership team on Wednesday, March 3. Symson, Chief Financial Officer Jason Combs, Local Media President Brian Lawlor and...

Scripps to host Virtual Investor Event March 3

CINCINNATI, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Jon Marks as chief research officer for its national television networks business, effective immediately. Marks will be responsible for the planning and execution of all linear and non-linear...

Scripps appoints Jon Marks as chief research officer for national networks business

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CINCINNATI, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed television sales veteran Michael Teicher as chief revenue officer for its national television networks business, effective Jan. 19. In this new role, Teicher will be responsible for developing...

Scripps appoints Michael Teicher as chief revenue officer for national networks business

Shares of E.W. Scripps Co. fell 0.7% in midday trading Thursday, after the media company said it has starting laying off 120 employees this week, as part of cost-saving moves related to its acquisition of ION Media.

E.W. Scripps started laying off employees, as a result of the ION Media acquisition

CINCINNATI, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Adam Symson, president and CEO of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), and Carolyn Micheli, senior vice president of corporate communications and investor relations, will discuss the company's business strategies at the 23rd Annual Needham...

Scripps to webcast discussion from Needham Virtual Growth Conference on Jan. 13

CINCINNATI, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed television industry veteran Tom Zappala as head of programming for its national television networks business, effective Jan. 25. In this new role, Zappala will be responsible for developing and...

Scripps appoints Tom Zappala as head of programming for national networks business

CINCINNATI and GREENWICH, Conn., Jan. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) and Black Diamond Capital Management LLC have closed Scripps' acquisition of ION Media Networks Inc. Scripps is combining ION with the Katz networks and Newsy to create a full-scale...

Scripps completes acquisition of ION Media from Black Diamond, creating new national networks business

CINCINNATI, Jan. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed three media industry veterans from ION, Katz and Newsy to roles supporting distribution of its new national networks business. The three leaders will report to Jeffrey Wolf, who Scripps recently...

Scripps announces promotions for national networks distribution leadership team

CINCINNATI, Dec. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) closed today on the sale of WPIX to Mission Broadcasting Inc. Scripps purchased WPIX as part of its acquisition of eight television stations in seven markets from Nexstar. Those stations were being divested...

Scripps completes sale of WPIX

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