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Scripps beats Q2 expectations; raises 2021 free cash flow guidance to $240-260M
E.W. SCRIPPS Co
2021-Q2 EPS reported
-$0.16
revenue$1,105,998,000
- Q2 revenue $565M (+57% YoY as-reported, +23% same-station); Local Media core ad up 48% adj.-combined.
- Scripps Networks revenue $239M (+23% adj.-combined); segment margin 45%; strong upfront with rate increases.
- Free cash flow guidance raised to $240-260M from $210-240M due to robust ad demand.
- Redeemed $400M 2025 senior notes and made $50M term loan payment; debt reduction focus.
- Amended Berkshire warrant; no future fair-value adjustments; no dividends until preferred shares redeemed.