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13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
What to Expect From TKO Group Q2 2025 Earnings Report
Valued at a market cap of $33.4 billion, TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (TKO) is a premier sports and entertainment company formed through the 2023 merger of UFC and WWE, and majority-owned by Endeavor Group. Headquartered in New York, TKO oversees globally recognized brands including UFC, WWE, and PBR, hosting over 500 live events annually across 210+ countries. The company is expected to unveil its Q2 2025 earnings after the market closes on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Ahead of this event, analysts project TKO to report a profit of $0.48 per share, a rise of 70.8% from $0.72 per share reported in the year-ago quarter. While the company has surpassed Street's bottom-line estimates in two of the past four quarters, it fell short of expectations on two other occasions. More News from Barchart Opendoor Stock Is Surging Higher in a Frenzied Retail Rally. How Should You Play OPEN Shares Here? Nvidia Stock Warning: This NVDA Challenger Just Scored a Major Customer Analysts Are Cutting Their Price Targets for UnitedHealth Stock Before Q2 Earnings. Is It Time to Ditch Shares? Our exclusive Barchart Brief newsletter is your FREE midday guide to what's moving stocks, sectors, and investor sentiment - delivered right when you need the info most. Subscribe today! For the fiscal 2025, analysts forecast TKO Group to report an EPS of $2.83, marking an increase of 45.9% from $1.94 reported in fiscal 2024. Moreover, in fiscal 2026, its earnings are expected to surge 90.1% year-over-year to $5.38 per share. TKO stock has surged 57.6% over the past 52 weeks, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 Index's ($SPX) 13.4% gain and the Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF Fund's (XLC) 26.2% rise during the same time frame. TKO Group released its Q1 2025 earnings on May 8, and its shares slipped 5.5% the following trading session. It posted revenue of $1.3 billion and net income of $165.5 million, a significant rebound from a $234.5 million loss in the same quarter last year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 23% year-over-year to $417.4 million, fueled by strong performances from both WWE and UFC. The company also raised its full-year outlook, projecting 2025 revenue to reach up to $4.6 billion, aided by the recent additions of IMG, On Location, and PBR. Analysts' consensus view on TKO stock is very bullish, with a "Strong Buy" rating overall. Out of 19 analysts covering the stock, opinions include 15 "Strong Buys" and four "Holds.' Its mean price target of $189.33 suggests an 13.7% upside potential from current price levels. On the date of publication, Kritika Sarmah did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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6 days ago
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Here's What Lifted TKO Group Holdings (TKO) in Q2
Cooper Investors, an investment management firm, released its 'Cooper Investors Global Equities Fund (Unhedged)' second quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The fund returned 5.21% in the second quarter, compared to a 6.05% return for the MSCI AC World Index Net Divs in Australian benchmark. The portfolio returned 24.4% for the financial year compared to 18.4% return for the benchmark. In addition, please check the fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2025. In its second quarter 2025 investor letter, Cooper Investors Global Equities Fund highlighted stocks such as TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO). TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) is a sports and entertainment company. The one-month return of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) was -3.88%, and its shares gained 61.35% of their value over the last 52 weeks. On July 16, 2025, TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) stock closed at $169.13 per share, with a market capitalization of $13.826 billion. Cooper Investors Global Equities Fund stated the following regarding TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) in its second quarter 2025 investor letter: "TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) is the owner and operator of the two leading combat sports content assets – the UFC and WWE. We wrote about TKO in our September Quarterly Report (Insights, Fund Performance & Financial Updates | Cooper Investors - Cooper Investors). Since making our initial investment, the company has also acquired Premier Bull Riding (PBR), sports marketing agency IMG and premium (sports) experience provider On Location (in a single transaction). The core UFC and WWE assets still account for the vast majority of TKO's economics. A diverse and enthusiastic live audience attending a sold out WWE event. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) is not on our list of 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 43 hedge fund portfolios held TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) at the end of the first quarter, which was 54 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of TKO as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. In another article, we covered TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:TKO) and shared Lindsell Train Global Equity Fund's views on the company. In addition, please check out our hedge fund investor letters Q2 2025 page for more investor letters from hedge funds and other leading investors. READ NEXT: The Best and Worst Dow Stocks for the Next 12 Months and 10 Unstoppable Stocks That Could Double Your Money. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Sign in to access your portfolio
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14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Logan Paul's ‘Impaulsive' Talk Show Is Joining the WWE and Fanatics Podcast Lineup
Logan Paul, the social media star turned WWE wrestler, is bringing his popular interview podcast 'Impaulsive' to the WWE and Fanatics podcast network. Paul, who rose to fame on Vine and YouTube, launched 'Impaulsive' in November 2018. The show is co-hosted by Mike Majlak, who co-founded the podcast, a multiplatform content creator with more than 4.4 million followers across internet platforms. The official description for 'Impaulsive' reads as follows: 'The world's greatest, most thought-provoking, mentally stimulating podcast in the history of mankind… hosted by a bunch of idiots.' To date, the podcast has racked up more than 900 million views on YouTube alone. More from Variety Bill Nighy, Mathew Horne, WWE's Jordynne Grace Board Fantasy Film 'Welcome to Paradise' (EXCLUSIVE) Tony Hinchcliffe to Host 'WWE Late Night' Comedy Show During SummerSlam Weekend WWE-AAA Crossover Worlds Collide Becomes Company's Most-Watched Live YouTube Broadcast Ever (EXCLUSIVE) The pact for 'Impaulsive' reinforces Paul's ties with the WWE, which is part of TKO Group. Paul, 30, first signed a contract with WWE in 2022 and has made regular appearances across the entertainment company's shows and events, including the annual WrestleMania flagship event. 'Impaulsive' has featured interviews with a range of personalities from the worlds of entertainment, sports and culture, including WWE Superstars such as Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns and Rhea Ripley. Other notable guests have included Tom Brady, Kevin Hart, Machine Gun Kelly, MrBeast — and in June 2024, Donald Trump. The show will continue to be available through the Impaulsive YouTube channel (4.8 million subscribers) and all major audio platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. WWE and Fanatics will provide promotional support for 'Impaulsive' and Fanatics is handling ad sales for the podcast. In March, WWE announced an agreement with Fanatics to produce and distribute all WWE podcasts. That expanded their existing partnership, which includes global e-commerce, trading cards and memorabilia, special-event retail and more. With the addition of 'Impaulsive,' the WWE and Fanatics podcast lineup includes: 'What's Your Story?' hosted by Stephanie McMahon (former WWE exec and daughter of Vince and Linda McMahon); 'Six Feet Under With the Undertaker,' hosted by the WWE Hall of Famer; 'What Do You Wanna Talk About?' hosted by Cody Rhodes; and 'The Raw Recap Show,' hosted by Megan Morant and Sam Roberts, who also co-host an instant-reaction podcast following each WWE premium live event. Pictured above: Logan Paul at this April's WWE WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas Best of Variety Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week


Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm actually banned...!': Jake Paul makes a shocking revelation on his ban from WWE
(Image via Getty Images) Jake Paul has been making headlines in the wrestling industry not due to his in-ring appearance, but for stirring a fresh controversy recently. The wrestler who was last seen on the Stamford-based promotions during Crown Jewel 2022, has not appeared on WWE since then. While fans have been wondering when he'll come back, Jake Paul has now claimed he's banned from WWE. The YouTuber-turned-boxer is actually pursuing legal action against individuals alleging his fights are rigged, particularly after British host Piers Morgan questioned the legitimacy of Paul's recent victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. However, amidst the ongoing controversy, Jake Paul has made a shocking revelation about his ban from WWE, possibly due to a feud with Dana White. Jake Paul opens up about why he has been banned from WWE YouTube sensation and now boxer Jake Paul recently made waves in the wrestling world by claiming he's been effectively banned from making a return to WWE. In a video with his brother Logan Paul, Jake addressed questions about teaming up in WWE, saying quite candidly, 'I'm actually banned from the WWE.' After hearing this shocking revelation, Jake initially denied the claims made by his brother, stating that it wasn't true as he said, 'No, that's not true.' Jake Paul then insisted it was, saying, 'Yeah, it is.' Logan & Jake Paul Answer the Web's Most Asked Questions Logan Paul pointed out that Jake Paul had upset some of the people involved because he'd made an enemy out of Dana White. He even claimed that he has dropped a diss track on him. Further, he went on to explain that Dana is now part of TKO Group, which owns both UFC and WWE and that TKO is tied to WME, a Hollywood agency owned by Ari Emanuel. The 30-year-old WWE legend then said, 'You've upset some of the people involved because you've made an enemy out of Dana White. Oh, you have a diss track on him, buddy.' In addition to this, he stated, Dana is now part of TKO Group 'cause the TKO Group now owns the UFC and the WWE. And the TKO Group, I think, is like an offshoot of WME, which is a Hollywood agency. William Morris Endeavor owned by Ari Emanuel… I think there's still a little bit of static, but it's nothing we can't fix. ' Later, Logan admitted there might still be a few issues there, but felt it was nothing they couldn't eventually smooth over. What is the Jake Paul and British host Piers Morgan's controversy? Jake Paul has landed himself in legal trouble too, after British host Piers Morgan pressed serious allegations on his team has had enough of the constant cheating rumors and allegations related to match fixing. After the fresh comments passed by Piers Morgan, Jake Paul and his MVP are dragging the matter to the court to take a serious legal action. On July 7, 2025, Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Jake Paul's MVP (Most Valuable Promotions) brand, told DAZN Boxing that, 'We are in the process, yes, 100%.' 'We're going to take legal steps to protect Jake and the MVP brand.' This comes just days after British host Piers Morgan posted on X claiming Jake Paul's recent win 'looked fixed.' Piers Morgan's tweet followed Jake Paul's battle against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., which took place on July 6, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also Read : WWE Saturday Night's Main Event preview and streaming details (07/12/25): Full match card, show highlights, how to watch, and more Earlier, Jake Paul won by unanimous decision. But some viewers, including Piers Morgan, said the match looked suspicious. That led Jake Paul's team to speak up. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!


Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm actually banned from the WWE': Jake Paul make shocking revelations on his ban from WWE after feud with Dana White
(Image via Getty Images) Jake Paul has been making headlines in the wrestling industry not due to his in-ring appearance, but for stirring a fresh controversy recently. The wrestler who was last seen on the Stamford-based promotions during Crown Jewel 2022, has not appeared on WWE since then. While fans have been wondering when he'll come back, Jake Paul has now claimed he's banned from WWE. The YouTuber-turned-boxer is actually pursuing legal action against individuals alleging his fights are rigged, particularly after British host Piers Morgan questioned the legitimacy of Paul's recent victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. However, amidst the ongoing controversy, Jake Paul has made a shocking revelation about his ban from WWE, possibly due to a feud with Dana White. Jake Paul opens up about why he has been banned from WWE YouTube sensation and now boxer Jake Paul recently made waves in the wrestling world by claiming he's been effectively banned from making a return to WWE. In a video with his brother Logan Paul, Jake addressed questions about teaming up in WWE, saying quite candidly, 'I'm actually banned from the WWE.' After hearing this shocking revelation, Jake initially denied the claims made by his brother, stating that it wasn't true as he said, 'No, that's not true.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Concentrated Siberian Ginseng Extract 2oz Superior Ginseng Undo Jake Paul then insisted it was, saying, 'Yeah, it is.' Logan & Jake Paul Answer the Web's Most Asked Questions Logan Paul pointed out that Jake Paul had upset some of the people involved because he'd made an enemy out of Dana White. He even claimed that he has dropped a diss track on him. Further, he went on to explain that Dana is now part of TKO Group, which owns both UFC and WWE and that TKO is tied to WME, a Hollywood agency owned by Ari Emanuel. The 30-year-old WWE legend then said, 'You've upset some of the people involved because you've made an enemy out of Dana White. Oh, you have a diss track on him, buddy.' In addition to this, he stated, Dana is now part of TKO Group 'cause the TKO Group now owns the UFC and the WWE. And the TKO Group, I think, is like an offshoot of WME, which is a Hollywood agency. William Morris Endeavor owned by Ari Emanuel… I think there's still a little bit of static, but it's nothing we can't fix. ' Later, Logan admitted there might still be a few issues there, but felt it was nothing they couldn't eventually smooth over. What is the Jake Paul and British host Piers Morgan's controversy? Jake Paul has landed himself in legal trouble too, after British host Piers Morgan pressed serious allegations on his team has had enough of the constant cheating rumors and allegations related to match fixing. After the fresh comments passed by Piers Morgan, Jake Paul and his MVP are dragging the matter to the court to take a serious legal action. On July 7, 2025, Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Jake Paul's MVP (Most Valuable Promotions) brand, told DAZN Boxing that, 'We are in the process, yes, 100%.' 'We're going to take legal steps to protect Jake and the MVP brand.' This comes just days after British host Piers Morgan posted on X claiming Jake Paul's recent win 'looked fixed.' Piers Morgan's tweet followed Jake Paul's battle against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., which took place on July 6, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also Read : WWE Saturday Night's Main Event preview and streaming details (07/12/25): Full match card, show highlights, how to watch, and more Earlier, Jake Paul won by unanimous decision. But some viewers, including Piers Morgan, said the match looked suspicious. That led Jake Paul's team to speak up. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!