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Services-Misc. Amusement & Recreation
Quarterly ResultMay 7, 2026, 04:16 PM

Warner Music Group Q2 Revenue +17% to $1.73B; EPS $0.35; Declares Dividend

AI Summary

Warner Music Group Corp. reported strong financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2026, with total revenue increasing 17% to $1.73 billion. Net income surged to $181 million from $36 million in the prior-year quarter, and diluted EPS reached $0.34. The Board of Directors also declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share.

Key Highlights

  • Total revenue increased 17% to $1.73 billion for Q2 2026.
  • Net income rose significantly to $181 million from $36 million year-over-year.
  • Diluted earnings per share (EPS) was $0.34, up from $0.07 in the prior-year quarter.
  • Adjusted OIBDA increased 31% to $397 million.
  • Recorded Music revenue grew 17% to $1.38 billion.
  • Music Publishing revenue increased 14% to $353 million.
  • Quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share declared, payable June 2, 2026.
  • Cash provided by operating activities increased 83% to $126 million.
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