Sellers who list April 13-19 could potentially make $4,800 more, sell their home nine days faster and have 13.2% less competition on average, than in the average week AUSTIN, Texas, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a challenging real estate market, timing can make a difference and this year, according to the Best Time to Sell report from Realtor.com®, the optimal time when sellers are likely to find the ideal balance of market conditions is April 13 - April 19. If 2025 follows the previous years' seasonal trends, sellers who put their home on the market this week could potentially get an average of $27,000 more on their home sale, sell faster and see more buyers in the market when compared

The 3.8 million home shortfall is the third-largest since 2012At the current pace, closing the housing gap would take an estimated 7.5 years nationwide—3 years in the South, 6.5 years in the West, 41 years in the Midwest, and the Northeast making no progressMany Millennials/Gen Zers chose to live with others, leaving an estimated 1.63 million "pent-up" households unformed in 2024 that would have otherwise widened the gapAUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than a decade of underbuilding has left the U.S. with a shortage of nearly 4 million homes, according to a new analysis from Realtor.com®. With home prices and rents stretching budgets to their limits, this persistent supply

Over the last 17 months, only Northeast and Midwest markets have ranked in the top 20 hottest housing markets in the country AUSTIN, Texas, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- While the real estate market nationally has been moving towards a period of moderate demand, the hottest markets in the U.S. buck that trend with low days on market, growing median list prices and a lower share of price reductions. According to the Realtor.com® February Hottest Markets Report, homes in the hottest markets spent between 33 and 51 days on market, far less than the national average of 66 days, and garnered between 2.0 and 4.2 times the number of viewers compared to the typical U.S. home.

Newly listed homes increase 4.2% year over year, slightly slower than January's paceHomes actively for sale increase 27.5% compared with last yearImpact of the recent turmoil within the Federal workforce is not yet apparent in housing dataAUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sellers are increasingly adjusting to the current market conditions, as the share of homes with price reductions grew to 16.8%, up from 14.6% last February, according to the Realtor.com® February Monthly Housing Report. Sellers increased their activity this February, as newly listed homes rose 4.2% above last year's levels, marking the highest February activity since 2021. "While rates remain elevated, we are be

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- America's housing shortage is no small problem—it's a crisis. Realtor.com® estimates the U.S. is short ~4 million homes, leaving buyers facing fierce competition and high costs. At SXSW, Realtor.com® is hosting three powerhouse panels over multiple days, diving deep into the nation's inventory crunch and what it means for the future of housing. Expect bold ideas, real solutions, and conversations that move the industry forward. Speakers include: Kirk Watson, Mayor of AustinGraeme Waitzkin, COO of ICONJohn Ho, CEO of Landsea HomesSara Bronin, Founder & CEO of the National Zoning AtlasFelicity Maxwell, Board Member at Aura and Planning Commissioner

News Corp announced today that Chief Executive Robert Thomson will participate in the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 3, 2025. The session will begin at 6:20 PM EST (3:20 PM PST). To listen to the live webcast, please visit the News Corp website at https://investors.newscorp.com/calendar-events. A replay of the webcast is expected to be available at the same location for a period of time following the conference. About News Corp News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS, NWSA, ASX: NWS, NWSLV)) is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content and other products and services. The c

NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow Jones today announced it has agreed to acquire Dragonfly Intelligence, a geopolitical and security intelligence provider, and Oxford Analytica, a provider of geopolitical intelligence advisory services from FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:NOTE), for $40 million. The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025 and is subject to regulatory approval in Austria and customary closing conditions. Dow Jones's parent company, News Corp, expects to receive a $4 million tax benefit in connection with the transaction. This is

Sale of Oxford Analytica and Dragonfly to Dow Jones for $40 Million in Total Consideration Will Reduce Debt and Further Deleverage the Balance Sheet Sale Allows the Company to Focus on Its 4,000+ Global Policy Customers, Drive Further Operating Efficiencies, Increase Profitability, and Accelerate Path to Positive Free Cash Flow Board of Directors Continues to Review All Strategic Options Available to the Company to Maximize Shareholder Value FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:NOTE), a leading AI-driven enterprise SaaS technology provider of policy and global intelligence, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to divest two portfolio companies within its Global Intell

Average U.S. median asking rents reached $1,703, declining a moderate 0.2% year over year AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Most metros have become more affordable for both buyers and renters in the past year; however, renting a median-priced unit is still more affordable for median wage earners than buying the median priced for-sale listing in all major U.S. metros except Detroit and Pittsburgh, according to the Realtor.com® January Rent Report. Last January there were six markets where buying was less expensive than renting, which shows the impact of the consistent retreat of rental prices and the persistence of high mortgage rates. Over the past year, the market as a whole has

Last year, Texas was the number one state for new house permits, accounting for 15% of the U.S. total while Texas only accounts for 9% of the U.S. population. AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Realtor.com® released a landmark report on housing, economic, and migratory conditions in Texas over recent years. As the fastest growing state in the union, this new report examines who is moving to Texas, why they are coming, and what makes the Lone Star State an attractive destination for businesses that choose to invest here. "The state has grown rapidly in the last several years as people from across the country and across the world have seen what Texas has to offer," said Danie

FISCAL 2025 SECOND QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Second quarter revenues were $2.24 billion, a 5% increase compared to $2.14 billion in the prior year, driven by growth at the Digital Real Estate Services, Book Publishing and Dow Jones segments Net income from continuing operations in the quarter was $306 million, a 58% increase compared to $194 million in the prior year Second quarter Total Segment EBITDA was $478 million, a 20% increase compared to $400 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS from continuing operations were $0.40 as compared to $0.28 in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.33 compared to $0.27 in the prior year REA Group posted record rev

FISCAL 2025 FIRST QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS First quarter revenues were the highest for a first quarter since separation at $2.58 billion, a 3% increase compared to $2.50 billion in the prior year, driven by growth at the Digital Real Estate Services, Book Publishing and Dow Jones segments Net income in the quarter was $144 million, a significant improvement compared to net income of $58 million in the prior year Total Segment EBITDA was the highest for a first quarter since separation at $415 million, compared to $364 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.21 as compared to $0.05 in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.21 compared to $0.16 in the pri

FISCAL 2024 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Fourth quarter revenues were $2.58 billion, a 6% increase compared to $2.43 billion in the prior year, driven by growth at the Digital Real Estate Services, Book Publishing and Dow Jones segments Net income in the quarter was $71 million, a significant improvement compared to a net loss of $(32) million in the prior year Total Segment EBITDA was the highest for a fourth quarter since separation at $380 million, compared to $341 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.09 as compared to $(0.01) in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.17 compared to $0.14 in the prior year At the Dow Jones

Latest acquisition advances Dow Jones's energy business with industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities NEW YORK, July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow Jones announced that it has acquired A2i Systems, a world leader in AI-powered fuel pricing solutions. A2i adds to Dow Jones's growing suite of AI capabilities and will operate as a subsidiary of OPIS within Dow Jones's energy business, maintaining its focus on innovation and product development. A2i's best-in-class AI engine applies advanced predictive technologies and real-time pricing data to forecast consumer bu

FISCAL 2024 THIRD QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Third quarter revenues were $2.42 billion, a 1% decrease compared to $2.45 billion in the prior year, reflecting a $21 million, or 1%, negative impact from foreign currency fluctuations. Adjusted Revenues were flat compared to the prior year Net income in the quarter was $42 million, compared to net income of $59 million in the prior year Third quarter Total Segment EBITDA was $322 million, compared to $320 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.05 as compared to $0.09 in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.11 compared to $0.09 in the prior year At the Dow Jones segment, professional information busi

FISCAL 2024 SECOND QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Second quarter revenues were $2.59 billion, a 3% increase compared to $2.52 billion in the prior year, driven by growth at the Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones and Book Publishing segments Net income in the quarter was $183 million, compared to net income of $94 million in the prior year Second quarter Total Segment EBITDA was $473 million, compared to $409 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.27 as compared to $0.12 in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.26 compared to $0.14 in the prior year Dow Jones achieved its highest quarterly revenues and Segment EBITDA since its acquisition in 2007

FISCAL 2024 FIRST QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS First quarter revenues were $2.50 billion, a 1% increase compared to $2.48 billion in the prior year, driven by growth at the Book Publishing and Dow Jones segments Net income in the quarter was $58 million, compared to net income of $66 million in the prior year First quarter Total Segment EBITDA was $364 million, compared to $350 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.05 as compared to $0.07 in the prior year - Adjusted EPS were $0.16 compared to $0.12 in the prior year Within the Dow Jones segment, professional information business revenues rose 14% and helped to underpin 10% Segment EBITDA growth a

FISCAL 2023 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Fourth quarter revenues were $2.43 billion, compared to $2.67 billion in the prior year, reflecting the absence of the extra week in the prior year and the negative impact from foreign currency fluctuations Net loss in the quarter was $(32) million, inclusive of $166 million related to higher non-cash write- downs and restructuring charges, compared to net income of $127 million in the prior year, which included a $149 million tax benefit Fourth quarter Total Segment EBITDA was $341 million, compared to $315 million in the prior year Digital revenues accounted for over 50% of total revenues for the full year, mark

FISCAL 2023 THIRD QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Revenues in the quarter were $2.45 billion, a 2% decrease compared to $2.49 billion in the prior year, reflecting a $98 million, or 4%, negative impact from foreign currency fluctuations. Adjusted Revenues were flat Net income in the quarter was $59 million compared to $104 million in the prior year Total Segment EBITDA in the quarter was $320 million compared to $358 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.09 compared to $0.14 in the prior year – Adjusted EPS were $0.09 compared to $0.16 in the prior year At the Dow Jones segment, revenues from its professional information business grew 38% from the pr

FISCAL 2023 SECOND QUARTER KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Revenues in the quarter were $2.52 billion, a 7% decrease compared to $2.72 billion in the prior year, reflecting a $171 million, or 6%, negative impact from foreign currency fluctuations. Adjusted Revenues decreased 3% Net income in the quarter was $94 million compared to $262 million in the prior year Total Segment EBITDA in the quarter was $409 million compared to $586 million in the prior year In the quarter, reported EPS were $0.12 compared to $0.40 in the prior year – Adjusted EPS were $0.14 compared to $0.44 in the prior year At the Dow Jones segment, revenues from its professional information business grew 45%, benefiting

The 3.8 million home shortfall is the third-largest since 2012At the current pace, closing the housing gap would take an estimated 7.5 years nationwide—3 years in the South, 6.5 years in the West, 41 years in the Midwest, and the Northeast making no progressMany Millennials/Gen Zers chose to live with others, leaving an estimated 1.63 million "pent-up" households unformed in 2024 that would have otherwise widened the gapAUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than a decade of underbuilding has left the U.S. with a shortage of nearly 4 million homes, according to a new analysis from Realtor.com®. With home prices and rents stretching budgets to their limits, this persistent supply

NEW YORK and LONDON, Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow Jones today announced it has acquired WorldECR, an industry-leading provider of news, data and analysis on global export control and trade sanctions. This is the latest in a series of investments and acquisitions aimed at bolstering Dow Jones's portfolio of specialized news, data, analysis and events for business users. Based in London, WorldECR serves compliance professionals from corporations, law firms, governments, professional services, research and financial institutions. Its flagship operations include subscription-b

Panuccio's departure comes after two successful decades at News Corp, including transformational leadership as Chief Financial Officer Chandrashekar comes to News Corp after a successful run as CFO of Diageo and 25-plus years in global finance News Corp (NASDAQ:NWS, NWSA, ASX: NWS, NWSLV)) announced today that Susan Panuccio will step down from her role as Chief Financial Officer on January 1, 2025, and will be succeeded by Lavanya Chandrashekar. Ms. Panuccio will continue in an advisory capacity for six months to help ensure a smooth transition and to support Ms. Chandrashekar. Ms. Panuccio has been a key leader during a period of rapid expansion and transformation for News Corp since b

The latest initiative aims to educate the public that without buyers' agents, historically underserved and underrepresented communities are at risk of further distancing themselves from the American Dream of homeownership SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The homebuying process is complex, but for individuals in underrepresented communities the hurdles can be even more daunting. That's why Realtor.com® is extending the reach of its highly successful buyer representation campaign with the launch of a new initiative promoting the benefits of buyer's agents for individuals in historically underserved and underrepresented communities, including BIPOC, AANHPI, Hispanic, LGBTQ+, f

Consumer campaign showcases the value and expertise of buyer's agents during the home sale process with 111 tasks an agent does in a typical transaction SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Realtor.com® is standing up for buyer's agents and is calling on the industry to join them in a new campaign that highlights to consumers everything that agents do for them before, during and after the homebuying process. The national multi-tiered integrated marketing campaign launches this week across print, digital and social channels and showcases an astounding 111 item t

Will Succeed Jim Kennedy, Who Is Retiring After 10+ Years With The Company News Corp today announced that veteran communications advisor Arthur Bochner will become Chief Communications Officer and Executive Vice President, following the retirement later this year of Jim Kennedy, who joined the company in 2013. Mr. Bochner will begin at News Corp this month, working with Mr. Kennedy and his team during the transition. He spent nearly a decade at The Walt Disney Company, most recently overseeing strategic communications. He also served as Chief of Staff in the Office of the CEO after holding key communications roles at the company's consumer products and theme park segments. Prior to Disn

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dow Jones, publisher of premium publications including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch and more, has completed a full agency review across its consumer brands and its suite of business intelligence products, including Factiva, Risk & Compliance and OPIS.  Today, the company formally announced the results of its review process with the appointment of three new agency partners to accelerate its marketing and subscription growth strategy. Dow Jones appointed Mother as its lead creative and strategic agency, responsible for transforming Dow Jones's marketing capabilities, with a focus on harnessing the power of digital media, brand s

NEW YORK, March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dow Jones, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch and more, is undertaking a full agency review across its consumer brands and its suite of B2B products, including Factiva and Risk & Compliance. Dow Jones will be commencing the detailed review from March 2023.  Following the appointment of Sherry Weiss as Chief Marketing Officer, Dow Jones is announcing a business-wide review of its marketing requirements and services as part of a transformation journey to improve marketing effectiveness for the business. The process has included a restructure of the internal marketing functions across Dow Jones, which has centralized the c

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Realtor.com® today announced it has named Mausam Bhatt as its chief product officer. In his role, Mausam is responsible for Realtor.com®'s product and design strategy and roadmap, leading and scaling the team, and collaborating closely with the tech and growth teams. Mausam is a seasoned product executive who has helped companies scale globally and built several market-leading products from the ground up. Before venturing out on his own, he led Google's commerce initiatives, where his team developed and accelerated transaction