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.

ATLANTA , Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scripps News, the nation's only 24/7 broadcast news network available over the air, has won its first national News Emmy Award with its documentary news series, "In Real Life.

Scripps News wins first national News Emmy Award

CINCINNATI , Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 70th Scripps Howard Awards will recognize 2022 journalism that spurred action, exposed previously undisclosed information and led to changes in the public, private or business sector.

Scripps Howard Fund announces finalists for 70th Scripps Howard Awards

Scripps, which owns TV stations and networks, has been hurt by a dispute between Disney and Spectrum cable. The stock is down some 55% year to date.

Why E.W. Scripps Stock Fell 17.1% This Week

CINCINNATI , Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on the momentum of its one-millionth book giveaway last year, the Scripps Howard Fund will help thousands of children build home libraries with its 2023 childhood literacy campaign, kicking off today. The Scripps Howard Fund is again partnering with The E.W.

Scripps Howard Fund kicks off annual childhood literacy campaign

Completely redesigned device enhances consumer experience  with no subscription fees OTTAWA, ON , Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the Tablo™ device today unveiled a completely redesigned version of its popular whole-home over-the-air DVR that will better meet the needs of consumers by providing an enhanced over-the-air (OTA) TV experience with content recommendations and a curated selection of free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels integrated into the live TV guide. The Tablo device features a sleek new look, 50+ hours of onboard recording storage, two tuners and an optional indoor TV antenna bundled into one affordable package.

Tablo™ evolves OTA DVR, integrates FAST channels to deliver all-in-one solution for free TV

CINCINNATI , Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is launching a new version of Tablo™, the first consumer technology device to enable whole-home viewing, recording of over-the-air (OTA) broadcast television and curated free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels without a subscription.

Scripps fuels free over-the-air TV viewing with device to enhance consumer experience

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CINCINNATI , Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For their deeply reported storytelling and outstanding journalism, two local television stations owned by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) have earned prestigious 2023 National Edward R.

Scripps stations win two National Murrow Awards

CINCINNATI , Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has hired Brian Norris – a seasoned media industry leader with 25 years of experience driving television revenue and developing multiplatform advertising sales strategies – to serve as its new chief revenue officer, effective Aug. 28.

Scripps taps veteran media sales executive Brian Norris as new chief revenue officer

CINCINNATI , Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) delivered $583 million in revenue and $112 million in segment profit for the second quarter of 2023.

Scripps reports Q2 2023 financial results

CINCINNATI , July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report second-quarter 2023 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Friday, Aug. 4.

Scripps to report second-quarter 2023 operating results on Aug. 4

CINCINNATI , June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Merri Hanson to the role of vice president and general manager for KSTU, Scripps' Fox affiliate in Salt Lake City, effective July 17.

Scripps appoints Merri Hanson VP and GM of KSTU in Salt Lake City

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CINCINNATI , June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Professional Journalists has awarded The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) with two 2022 Sigma Delta Chi Awards for excellence in journalism.

Scripps honored with two Sigma Delta Chi Awards from Society of Professional Journalists

ATLANTA , May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce TV, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, will welcome back its hit series "Act Your Age" on Saturday, June 3, with two all-new episodes back-to-back starting at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT.

'Act Your Age' returns to Bounce TV June 3

ATLANTA , May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scripps News, the national news network owned by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), has received three 2023 National Headliner Awards.

Scripps News receives three 2023 National Headliner Awards

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ:SSP ) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 5, 2023 9:30 AM ET Company Participants Carolyn Micheli - Head, IR Adam Symson - President & CEO Jason Combs - CFO Lisa Knutson - Chief Operating Officer Conference Call Participants Steven Cahall - Wells Fargo Dan Kurnos - Benchmark Company Michael Kupinski - Noble Capital Markets Craig Huber - Huber Research Partners Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Scripps' First Quarter 2023 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

CINCINNATI , May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) delivered $528 million in revenue and $72.4 million in segment profit for the first quarter of 2023, both down from the prior-year quarter as inflation and consumer uncertainty continued to contribute to softness in the advertising marketplace.

Scripps reports Q1 2023 financial results

Civil Rights icon Xernona Clayton feted in Juneteenth special ATLANTA , April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce TV, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, announced today a jam-packed slate of new original programming, including the renewal of the hit series "Johnson" for a third season, the return of the new smash comedy "Act Your Age" and the premiere of a Juneteenth original documentary special celebrating a civil rights leader, "Xernona Clayton: A Life in Black and White." "From the continued momentum of our latest hit in 'Act Your Age,' to the return of one of our staples with 'Johnson' and an extremely moving documentary telling the largely untold story of a cultural treasure Xernona Clayton, Bounce viewers have a lot to be excited about this summer," said David Hudson, head of original programming at Scripps Networks.

Bounce renews 'Johnson' for season three, debuts Aug. 5, 'Act Your Age' summer run launches June 3

CINCINNATI , April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Brian Joyce to the role of vice president and general manager for KMGH, Scripps' ABC affiliate in Denver, effective May 8.

Scripps appoints Brian Joyce VP and GM of KMGH in Denver

ATLANTA , April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Court TV saw all-time viewership highs for its live coverage of the recently-completed trials involving Alex Murdaugh and Gwyneth Paltrow. Coming off the heels of this record-setting growth, Court TV will premiere a new, original 10-episode documentary series "Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan" on Sunday, May 7 at 8 p.m.

Court TV announces new original 10-part docuseries 'Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan,' premiering May 7

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CINCINNATI , April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report first-quarter 2023 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Friday, May 5.

Scripps to report first-quarter 2023 operating results on May 5

CINCINNATI , April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty-five thousand at-risk children across the country received a free book this week to celebrate the 1 millionth book donated to the Scripps Howard Fund's "If You Give a Child a Book

Scripps Howard Fund distributes 25,000 copies of its 1 millionth book through its childhood literacy campaign

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