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Sep 30, 2024

MSG Spinco Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Sphere Entertainment Co. reported fiscal year 2025 first quarter results.

Key Takeaways

Sphere Entertainment Co. reported revenues of $227.9 million, an increase of $109.9 million compared to the prior year quarter, and an operating loss of $117.6 million, an increase of $47.8 million. The adjusted operating loss was $10.2 million, an improvement of $47.7 million compared to the prior year quarter.

Announced plans to make Abu Dhabi the next Sphere location under a franchise model.

Announced new multi-year marketing partnerships with Verizon and DCT Abu Dhabi.

V-U2 An Immersive Concert Film debuted in September, joining Postcard from Earth as the second Sphere Experience.

Sphere hosted its first live sports event – UFC 306 – which became the highest single grossing event at the venue so far.

Total Revenue
$139M
Previous year: $118M
+17.5%
EPS
-$2.95
Previous year: $1.9
-255.3%
Gross Profit
$27.2M
Previous year: $16.3M
+66.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$37.6M
Previous year: $452M
-91.7%
Total Assets
$1.61B
Previous year: $1.35B
+19.4%

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Forward Guidance

The vision for Sphere has always included a global network of venues, and our recently announced plans for a second Sphere in Abu Dhabi mark a significant milestone toward that goal. We are confident in the opportunities ahead for Sphere and believe we are well-positioned to drive long-term shareholder value.