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Sep 30, 2024

WMG Q4 2024 Earnings Report

WMG's performance in Q4 2024 reflected strength and adaptability in a thriving market, with revenue up by 3% and Adjusted OIBDA increasing by 11%.

Key Takeaways

Warner Music Group reported a 3% increase in total revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024. Digital revenue remained flat, while net income decreased to $48 million. Adjusted OIBDA increased by 11% to $353 million. The company's performance was driven by growth in Recorded Music licensing, physical, and artist services revenue, as well as Music Publishing synchronization revenue.

Total revenue increased by 3% (the same in constant currency).

Digital revenue was flat compared to the prior-year quarter.

Net income was $48 million, a decrease from $154 million in the prior-year quarter.

Adjusted OIBDA increased by 11% to $353 million (the same in constant currency).

Total Revenue
$1.63B
Previous year: $1.59B
+2.8%
EPS
$0.08
Previous year: $0.34
-76.5%
Adjusted OIBDA
$353M
Gross Profit
$693M
Cash and Equivalents
$694M
Previous year: $641M
+8.3%
Free Cash Flow
$271M
Previous year: $300M
-9.7%
Total Assets
$9.16B

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Forward Guidance

Company is excited by the opportunities ahead, and look forward to delivering more culture-shaping music in 2025 and beyond.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income