Newsmax Q2 revenue rises, driven by affiliate fees and licensing growth

Newsmax

13/08/2026 21:14

Overview
U.S. cable news broadcaster reported Q2 revenue up 16.5% yr/yr to a record high
Company posted first quarterly net profit as a public company, with net income of $2.9 mln
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $5.7 mln, driven by affiliate fees and licensing growth

Outlook
Newsmax reiterates full-year 2026 revenue guidance of $212 mln to $216 mln
Company says it will continue investing in content, streaming, and international licensing initiatives
Newsmax sees significant market opportunity for center-right news and aims for long-term growth

Result Drivers
AFFILIATE FEES - Co said affiliate fee revenue rose due to new contracts and rate increases
LICENSING REVENUE - Expanded international licensing agreements boosted revenue, including launch of Newsmax Poland channel
OPERATING EFFICIENCY - Improved operating efficiency and absence of legal settlement expenses contributed to net profit

Company press release: ID:nACSRYyWya

Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q2 Revenue
 
$54.1 mln
$48.60 mln (2 Analysts)
Q2 EPS
 
$0.02
 
Q2 Net Income
 
$2.9 mln
 
Q2 Adjusted EBITDA
 
$5.7 mln
 

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