Fox News faces ongoing challenges, including a $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit from Smartmatic over 2020 election claims, following a previous $788 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems. As Rupert Murdoch's health declines, his son Lachlan's control of the family media empire is uncertain, especially with potential opposition from his politically moderate siblings. The outcome of a Nevada probate court case could significantly impact Lachlan's voting power and the future of the Murdoch media assets.
REA Group shares rose 1.1% to A$236.76 after UBS increased its price target to A$268, citing strong first-quarter results that exceeded market expectations. The company is poised for significant growth in FY25, with sales estimates for FY25-27 revised upwards by 2% on average. In contrast, smaller rival Domain Holdings saw a 1.9% decline in shares, highlighting REA's outperformance, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne.
Australian company REA Group, controlled by News Corp, saw a 1% increase in its stock price to A$236.63 following strong first-quarter results that exceeded market expectations. UBS raised its price target to A$268 and maintained a "buy" rating, anticipating solid growth for the remainder of fiscal 2025. The company's revenue estimates for fiscal years 2025-2027 have been revised upward by an average of 2%, with REA's stock up 29.3% year-to-date.
Activist Irenic Capital Management has announced its support for Starboard Value's initiative to eliminate News Corp's dual-class share structure, which grants the Murdoch family significant control. This move comes ahead of a key shareholder meeting, as both firms aim to unlock value and potentially split off the company's online real estate business. Proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis are also backing this effort, despite a previous failed attempt to dissolve the structure nearly a decade ago, which was favored by 90% of non-Murdoch shareholders.
23andMe faces potential bankruptcy, raising concerns over the fate of customer DNA data, particularly for Swiss users, where genetic data is generally well protected. Despite claims of data security, the company’s policies allow for data sale during acquisitions, and past breaches have compromised sensitive information. With a significant drop in value and management turmoil, the future of 23andMe and its handling of genetic data remains uncertain.
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