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Warner Music Group Corp. Reports Results for Fiscal Second Quarter Ended March 31, 2025
Warner MusicWarner Music(US:WMG) Globenewswireยท2025-05-08 11:30

Core Insights - Warner Music Group Corp. reported a total revenue of $1,484 million for Q2 2025, a decrease of 1% compared to $1,494 million in Q2 2024 [3][24] - The company experienced a significant decline in net income, which fell 63% to $36 million from $96 million in the prior-year quarter [4][8] - Operating income increased by 41% to $168 million, driven by cost savings and a decrease in restructuring charges [6][14] Financial Performance - Total revenue decreased by 1% (or increased by 1.2% in constant currency) [4] - Recorded Music revenue was down 1% to $1,175 million, while Music Publishing revenue increased by 1% to $310 million [3][16] - Adjusted OIBDA decreased by 3% to $303 million, with a margin of 20.4% [7][31] Revenue Breakdown - Digital revenue decreased by 0.8% to $841 million, with streaming revenue down 0.4% [4][28] - Physical revenue increased by 0.9% to $112 million, driven by new releases [13][17] - Licensing revenue increased by 1% to $105 million, primarily due to deals in Japan and the U.S. [13][17] Cash Flow and Debt - Cash provided by operating activities increased to $69 million from a use of $31 million in the prior-year quarter [11] - Free Cash Flow improved to $33 million from a use of $57 million in the prior-year quarter [11] - As of March 31, 2025, the company reported a cash balance of $637 million and total debt of $4.292 billion [10][26] Strategic Initiatives - The CEO highlighted that the company's strategy is beginning to yield results, with an expanding market share in the U.S. [2] - Cost savings plans are on track, and reinvestment initiatives are accelerating [4][5] - The company aims to replicate its successful strategy across other labels and geographies to drive growth and profitability [2]