News (NASDAQ:NWS), commonly known as News Corp, is a global diversified media and information services company trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol NWS. The company was formed in June 2013 through the separation of publishing and digital assets from 21st Century Fox, creating a distinct entity focused on news, digital real estate and book publishing operations.
In its News and Information Services segment, News Corp owns and operates Dow Jones & Company, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s and MarketWatch. This division serves both subscription-based and advertising-driven audiences, offering financial news, analysis and data across print, digital and mobile platforms. Through its portfolio, the company aims to deliver high-quality journalism and specialized information to readers and institutions worldwide.
The Digital Real Estate Services segment centers on online property marketplaces, including Australia’s REA Group and Move, Inc. in the United States. These platforms provide listing, advertising and analytics tools for real estate agents, property managers and homebuyers. By leveraging technology and data-driven insights, News Corp seeks to streamline transactions and enhance user engagement in an evolving digital marketplace.
News Corp’s Book Publishing division, led by HarperCollins Publishers, releases a wide array of fiction and non-fiction titles under multiple imprints. Operations span North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, reflecting the company’s global reach. Executive Chairman Rupert Murdoch oversees corporate strategy, while Chief Executive Officer Robert Thomson has managed day-to-day operations since the company’s inception, guiding its focus on innovation, content quality and strategic growth.
