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The New York Times Company has reported significant financial growth, driven by increases in digital subscriptions and advertising revenue. The company added 230,000 net digital-only subscribers in the quarter, resulting in a total of 11.88 million subscribers. Digital advertising revenues, boosted by marketer demand, saw an 18.7% increase. The company’s successful digital transformation strategy is viewed as a key to its financial resilience, with optimism for continued growth in the upcoming quarter.
New York — The New York Times Company announced strong financial growth in its second-quarter 2025 results, driven primarily by substantial increases in digital subscriptions and advertising revenue. The company reported approximately 230,000 net digital-only subscriber additions during the quarter, bringing the total number of digital-only subscribers to 11.88 million. This growth contributed to a 15.1% increase in digital subscription revenues compared to the previous year.
In addition to the boost in subscriptions, the New York Times Company experienced a remarkable 18.7% rise in digital advertising revenues, attributed to an increase in demand from marketers. The overall digital-only average revenue per user (ARPU) also saw a notable increase of 3.2% year-over-year, reaching $9.64. Furthermore, revenues from affiliate, licensing, and other services rose by 5.8% year-over-year, bolstered by stronger licensing activities and Wirecutter affiliate referral revenues.
During the quarter, the company initiated share repurchase activities, buying back 460,136 shares of its Class A Common Stock for approximately $23.6 million. Currently, the company has about $422.2 million remaining for authorized share repurchases. Additionally, they expanded their unsecured revolving line of credit from $350 million to $400 million, with an extended maturity date set for June 13, 2030.
Meredith Kopit Levien, the president and CEO of the New York Times Company, highlighted the positive outcomes achieved in the second quarter. The expansion across various revenue streams and the ability to generate significant free cash flow allow for continued investment in journalism and product enhancement.
Looking ahead, the company remains optimistic about its financial performance for Q3 2025. The New York Times Company projects a 13-16% increase in digital-only subscription revenues and an overall rise in total subscription revenues by 8-10%. Digital advertising revenues are expected to grow in the low-double-digits, while adjusted operating costs are estimated to increase by 5-6%.
The robust financial performance reflects the effectiveness of the company’s digital transformation strategy. The New York Times Company continues to adapt to the evolving media landscape, with a strong focus on digital content delivery and audience engagement. As of now, it serves over 11 million subscribers across its various print and digital products.
An earnings conference call will be held at 8:00 a.m. E.T. to discuss these financial results in further detail. The company has provided necessary details for pre-registration and access to the call via dial-in and webcast options.
This financial success indicates the resilience of the New York Times Company in navigating the challenges of the media industry, emphasizing its commitment to quality journalism and digital innovation as critical drivers of growth.
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