USA TODAY Co. 3Q 2026: Revenue $519.24M, EPS ($0.03) — 10-Q Summary

USA TODAY Co. reported 3Q 2026 revenue of $519.24M, down 7% YoY, with a net loss of $4.61M, improved from $39.25M a year ago. Declines were seen in digital, print, and commercial revenue across segments, while digital ARPU rose 27%. The company acquired full ownership of TNI Partners and Arizona Daily Star.

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Published Nov 5, 2026, 3:11 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The earnings miss on revenue and continued loss are likely to depress the stock, though cost reductions and the TNI Partners acquisition could be positive catalysts.

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Market read

First report of Q3 earnings provides fresh data for traders; the negative revenue trend suggests short‑term downside.

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What to watch

Digital subscription ARPU growth and the full acquisition of TNI Partners may provide longer‑term upside not reflected in the short‑term numbers.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after-hours

Background

USA TODAY Co. filed its Q3 2026 10‑Q, reporting a 7% revenue decline and a narrowed net loss.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Q3 2026 10‑Q shows revenue down 7% YoY and a narrowed loss, providing fresh earnings data.

Expected impact

likely pressure as the market prices in weaker revenue and ongoing loss.

Evidence & confidence

The earnings release is the first report of the numbers and shows a material revenue decline, which typically weighs on the stock.

Market effects

Media sector may face pressure from declining print and commercial revenue trends.

U.S. media stocks could see modest pullback.

Limited; primarily affects U.S. listed media companies.

Counterpoint

If the loss narrowing is viewed as a sign of cost discipline, the stock could rebound on the back of improved margins.

Key entities

  • USA TODAY Co.

    U.S. media company reporting Q3 2026 results.

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