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Quarterly ResultAug 6, 2026, 08:08 AM

USA TODAY Co. Q2 Net Income $9.1M; Revenue $536.3M

AI Summary

USA TODAY Co. reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results, achieving positive net income of $9.1 million for the second consecutive quarter and increasing free cash flow by 11% year-over-year to $19.6 million. Total revenues, however, decreased by 8.3% year-over-year to $536.3 million. The company highlighted continued momentum in digital-only subscription revenues, which grew year-over-year, and a record high digital-only ARPU. Management reiterated its full-year 2026 outlook, expecting growth in net income, Total Adjusted EBITDA, and cash provided by operating activities.

Key Highlights

  • Net income attributable to USA TODAY Co. was $9.1 million for Q2 2026.
  • Total revenues decreased 8.3% year-over-year to $536.3 million.
  • Total digital revenues were $254.3 million, representing 47.4% of total revenues.
  • Free cash flow increased 11% year-over-year to $19.6 million.
  • Digital-only subscription revenues grew year-over-year for the second consecutive quarter to $45.6 million.
  • Digital-only ARPU for USA TODAY Co. increased 34% to $10.47.
  • Total Adjusted EBITDA was $56.9 million.
  • First lien net leverage decreased 14% year-over-year to 2.3x.