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Jun 30, 2022
WMG Q3 2022 Earnings Report
WMG's financial performance remained solid, marked by growth in total revenue, digital revenue, and net income, despite facing challenges from foreign currency exchange rates and market-related slowdowns.
Key Takeaways
Warner Music Group (WMG) reported a 7% increase in total revenue (12% in constant currency) for the third quarter ended June 30, 2022. Digital revenue grew by 2% (6% in constant currency). Net income increased to $125 million, compared to $61 million in the prior-year quarter. The company's performance was driven by streaming growth and recovery of artist services, despite facing headwinds from the advertising market and unfavorable foreign currency exchange rates.
Total revenue grew by 7% (12% in constant currency), driven by solid underlying streaming growth and recovery of artist services.
Net income increased significantly to $125 million, compared to $61 million in the prior-year quarter.
Music Publishing revenue continued its momentum with double-digit growth.
Cash provided by operating activities increased by 79% to $163 million.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Warner Music Group anticipates a strong end to the fiscal year, driven by new releases and the globalization and diversification of the business.
Positive Outlook
- New wave of amazing releases expected to drive strong end to fiscal year
- Scale to best capitalize on trends in artist development
- Agility and resources to propel globalization
- Diversification of business will continue
- Significant runway ahead in core streaming business
Challenges Ahead
- Slowdown in the advertising market
- One-time items affecting year-over-year comparisons
- Unfavorable impact of exchange rates
- Lower-margin artist services and expanded-rights revenue affecting revenue mix
- Higher amortization expenses due to recent acquisitions and capital spending