StocksUpdated•Originally published 10 May 2026•Updated 13 May 2026•
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News Corp Cancels Over 531,000 Shares Following Strategic Buyback
Key Facts
1News Corp canceled 167,946 ASX-listed Class B shares following a buyback transaction dated May 8, 2026.
2The company also canceled 363,370 Class A shares on the same date as part of its capital management strategy.
News Corp has officially canceled a total of 531,316 shares across its listed categories following buyback activities on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) dated May 8, 2026. The cancellation included 167,946 Class B shares and 363,370 Class A shares, marking a significant step in the company's recent capital allocation efforts. This move is part of a strategic capital management initiative designed to optimize the balance sheet and increase earnings per share (EPS). By reducing the total share count, News Corp aims to signal management's confidence in the firm's financial stability and long-term value, a standard practice for mega-cap entities looking to reward shareholders through equity consolidation.