The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP)
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The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
E.W. Scripps Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
E.W. Scripps NASDAQ: SSP reported second-quarter results marked by higher political advertising revenue and progress on cost reductions, but also by weaker networks revenue, carriage-dispute effects and a $1.1 billion non-cash impairment charge tied to its Scripps Networks business.
E.W. Scripps (SSP) Reports Q2 Loss, Misses Revenue Estimates
E.W. Scripps (SSP) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.34 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.31. This compares to a loss of $0.12 per share a year ago.
The E.W. Scripps Company Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 184 | $540.96 | $517.04 | -$23.92 | -4.42% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 237 | $881.64 | $784.47 | -$97.17 | -11.02% |
| BG Bart Gancher Intech Investment Management LLC | 15,179 | $44,626.26 | $50,394.28 | $5,768.02 | 12.93% |
 Point72 Asset Management LP Point72 Asset Management LP | 348,009 | $1.15M | $1.2M | $50,820.95 | 4.42% |
 Joseph Castro Nuveen LLC | 167,435 | $476,899.43 | $554,209.85 | $77,310.42 | 16.21% |
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The E.W. Scripps Company Profile
| Media Industry | Communication Services Sector | Adam Symson CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 811054402 CUSIP |
| US Country | 4,600 Employees | 24 Dec 2020 Last Dividend | 8 Dec 2025 Last Split | 29 Jun 1988 IPO Date |
Overview
The E.W. Scripps Company, established in 1878 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, stands as a prominent media conglomerate within the United States. With a robust portfolio that spans local television stations, national news, and entertainment networks, Scripps operates through various segments, including Local Media, Scripps Networks, and Other segments. Its comprehensive media presence is underpinned by a commitment to delivering engaging news, information, sports, and entertainment content, alongside digital operations, across a broad spectrum of platforms. By leveraging both traditional and digital media channels, The E.W. Scripps Company caters to a diverse audience while offering a wide array of advertising services to businesses nationwide.
Products and Services
The E.W. Scripps Company provides a multitude of products and services through its distinct segments:
- Local Media: This segment encompasses broadcast television stations that produce a wide range of content including news, sports, and entertainment. Its operations extend to digital platforms, offering network, syndicated, and original programming alongside local sporting events. Additionally, it proficiently handles core and political advertising services, catering to local and national advertisers.
- Scripps Networks: This segment delivers national television networks via free over-the-air broadcast, cable/satellite, connected TV, and digital distribution channels. Encapsulating a diverse portfolio, Scripps Networks includes:
- Scripps News: A national news network that covers various domains such as politics, entertainment, science, and technology.
- Court TV: Specialized in showcasing live courtroom trials and legal proceedings.
- Entertainment Brands: A collection of networks such as Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, and Laff, each offering unique entertainment experiences.
- ION: A network distributing programming through FCC-licensed television stations and affiliated TV stations across over-the-air broadcast and pay TV platforms.
- Digital Platforms: Scripps offers content and services across various digital mediums, including the Internet, smartphones, and tablets. This includes Nuvyyo, which provides DVR solutions for free over-the-air HDTV content on connected devices.
- Scripps National Spelling Bee: An educational program that not only showcases the linguistic talents of young spellers but also aims to promote educational growth through its engaging spelling competitions.
