E.W. Scripps Set to Announce Q3 Earnings Amid Investor Scrutiny

E.W. Scripps (NASDAQ: SSP) is scheduled to announce its financial results for the third quarter of 2025 on Thursday, November 6, after the market closes. Analysts project that the company will report a loss of $0.16 per share, alongside revenue of $523.58 million for the quarter. Investors can access the detailed results and subsequent earnings call, set for Friday, November 7, at 9:30 AM ET, on the company’s earnings webpage.

In its previous earnings report on August 7, 2025, E.W. Scripps posted earnings of ($0.12) per share, falling short of analysts’ expectations of ($0.04) by ($0.08). Revenue for that quarter reached $540.08 million, which also did not meet the projected $544.17 million. The company reported a return on equity of 17.68% and a net margin of 4.25%.

Market Performance and Analyst Ratings

As of Wednesday, November 5, E.W. Scripps shares opened at $2.17. The company’s 50-day moving average price is $2.61, while the 200-day moving average stands at $2.72. E.W. Scripps currently has a market capitalization of $191.68 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.52, and a beta of 1.05. The stock has experienced fluctuations, with a 52-week low of $1.36 and a high of $4.17. The firm also maintains a quick ratio and current ratio of 1.27, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.92.

Recent reports from research analysts indicate a mixed outlook for E.W. Scripps. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “sell (d)” rating on the stock on October 8, while Wall Street Zen downgraded it from a “hold” to a “sell” rating on August 31. Additionally, Wells Fargo & Company reduced its price target for E.W. Scripps from $4.00 to $3.00, maintaining an “equal weight” rating. Among analysts, one has assigned a Buy rating, one a Hold rating, and one a Sell rating, leading to an average rating of “Hold” with a target price of $5.50.

Company Overview

The E.W. Scripps Company operates as a media enterprise through various subsidiaries, managing a portfolio that includes local television stations and national news and entertainment networks across the United States. Its operations are segmented into Local Media, Scripps Networks, and other categories. The Local Media segment focuses on producing news, sports, and entertainment content, alongside its digital operations and advertising services.

Investors are keenly awaiting the upcoming earnings announcement, as the results will offer further insight into the company’s financial health and strategic direction in a challenging media landscape.