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Dec 31, 2021
Gannett Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Gannett's financial performance decreased due to a decline in total revenues, despite growth in digital revenues and digital-only paid subscribers.
Key Takeaways
Gannett reported a decrease in total revenues but experienced growth in digital revenues and digital-only paid subscribers. The company repaid debt and adopted a share repurchase program.
Total digital revenues reached $272.6 million, representing 33% of total revenues, a 5.0% increase year-over-year on a same store basis.
Digital-only paid subscribers increased by 49% year-over-year, exceeding 1.6 million.
Digital-only circulation revenues grew by 25.5% year-over-year, reaching $27.6 million.
The company repaid $57.5 million of debt during the quarter and adopted a $100 million share repurchase program in 2022.
Forward Guidance
Gannett anticipates significant growth in free cash flow, allowing for further investment in growth segments and debt repayment. The company expects to surpass 2 million paid digital subscribers this year, growing at an annual rate of approximately 40% through 2025.
Positive Outlook
- Free cash flow is expected to nearly double from 2021 and grow through 2025 at a 40% compound annual growth rate.
- Paid digital subscribers are expected to surpass 2 million this year and grow at an annual rate of approximately 40% through 2025.
- The company plans to invest $80 million across content, marketing, data, product, and digital marketing solutions sales and support operations during 2022 to drive meaningful growth.
- An inflection point in total Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA is anticipated during 2024.
- Sustained revenue growth is expected to begin in 2024.
Challenges Ahead
- The outlook is based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties.
- The estimates assume no substantial negative pandemic-related business impact and do not factor in the impact of any future acquisitions or dispositions.
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