Summary
iHeartMedia: Record Political Ad Spending In H2 2026 To Drive EBITDA
iHeartMedia, Inc. is maintained at BUY, with the investment case weighted toward a 2H26 rebound driven by record political ad spending. IHRT's Digital Audio Group, led by its #1 podcast platform, delivers superior EBITDA margins (34%) and is a key forward earnings driver. 2Q26 results saw higher non-cash marketing spend depress EBITDA, but management reaffirmed 17% YoY EBITDA growth guidance for 2026 and $200M programmatic revenue.
iHeartMedia (IHRT) Reports Q2 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates
iHeartMedia (IHRT) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.41 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.21. This compares to a loss of $0.54 per share a year ago.
iHeartMedia Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
iHeartMedia NASDAQ: IHRT reported second-quarter revenue growth that exceeded its prior outlook, led by continued expansion in digital audio and podcasting, while its broadcast-focused Multiplatform Group remained under pressure from macroeconomic uncertainty and non-cash marketing expenses.
IheartMedia Inc. Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 72 | $301.9 | $124.56 | -$177.34 | -58.74% |
| JEL Josh E. Levit INVES Co. SENIOR SECURED MANAGEMENT Inc. /ADV | 2.03M | $38.45M | $3.34M | -$35.11M | -91.31% |
| BG Bart Gancher Intech Investment Management LLC | 26,274 | $44,216.37 | $46,504.98 | $2,288.61 | 5.18% |
| KL Kahyeong Lee Oak Hill Advisors LP | 6.2M | $51.79M | $10.11M | -$41.68M | -80.48% |
| CD Charlie Durham Sterling Capital Management LLC | 2,301 | $6,603.77 | $3,980.73 | -$2,623.04 | -39.72% |
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IheartMedia Inc. Profile
| Media Industry | Communication Services Sector | Robert W. Pittman CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 45174J509 CUSIP |
| US Country | 8,080 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | - IPO Date |
Overview
iHeartMedia, Inc. stands as a prominent audio media company, with a reach that extends both within the United States and internationally. The company is structured around three main operational segments: Multiplatform Group, Digital Audio Group, and Audio & Media Services Group. Initially known as CC Media Holdings, Inc., it underwent a rebranding to iHeartMedia, Inc. in September 2014. The change was more than nominal; it represented a strategic pivot towards embracing a wider range of digital and multimedia opportunities which the evolving media landscape made available. With its headquarters located in San Antonio, Texas, iHeartMedia, Inc. integrates traditional broadcast systems with modern digital technologies to cater to a diverse audience spectrum seeking various audio content forms, from radio broadcasts to podcasts and beyond.
Products and Services
- Multiplatform Group
- Digital Audio Group
- Audio & Media Services Group
This segment is dedicated to offering a wide spectrum of audio media services, including broadcast radio stations, sponsorships, and events – both live and virtual. It encapsulates Premiere Networks, a significant national radio network that engages in producing, distributing, or representing syndicated radio programs and services to affiliates. Furthermore, it provides critical real-time information services, such as traffic flow and incident reports, weather updates, and timely sports and news content.
Focusing on the digital landscape, this unit offers an expansive range of podcasting services, digital sites, newsletters, and programs. At the heart of this segment is the iHeartRadio platform, a comprehensive service that encompasses mobile and web-based access to a vast array of radio stations, digital-only stations, custom artist stations, and an extensive collection of podcasts, catering to a wide range of preferences and interests.
This segment embodies the company's media representation business, offering various scheduling and broadcast software and services that serve a broad audience. It includes RCS, a leading provider of broadcast software solutions for radio and television automation, music scheduling, newsroom automation, and advertising sales management. Additionally, this group offers advanced solutions such as disaster recovery, real-time audio recognition technology for broadcasters, and comprehensive media streaming and research services. These offerings cater to a wide array of clients, including radio and television stations, cable channels, record labels, advertisers, and agencies, further consolidating iHeartMedia, Inc.’s position as a comprehensive audio media services provider.
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