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IHEARTMEDIA-A (IHRT)
Key Performance
More- Earnings Score: 50
- Momentum Score: 80
- True Yield: N/A
- Financial Health Score: 42
Latest Research & News
Deal Dispatch: Sirius XM Mulls Purchase Of iHeartMedia, Uber Buys FlyTaxi, Wren Kitchens Bankruptcy
Sirius XM is in preliminary discussions to acquire iHeartMedia in a potential merger of America's largest satellite radio provider and radio station owner. Other major deals include Eli Lilly acquiring AI startup Profluent for up to $2.25 billion, Sun Pharmaceutical acquiring Organon for $11.75 billion, and Uber purchasing Hong Kong-based FlyTaxi. Meanwhile, several companies filed for bankruptcy including Wren Kitchens, FreshRealm, and Smokey Bones BBQ.
05/01/2026, 2:35 PM • Benzinga
Does This Potential Acquisition Make Sirius XM Stock a Buy?
Sirius XM is in preliminary talks to acquire iHeartMedia, the largest U.S. radio station owner with over 860 stations. The deal could strengthen both companies' podcasting divisions as the global podcasting market is expected to reach $131 billion by 2030. Sirius XM grew podcasting revenue 41% in 2025 and is the top podcast network by weekly listeners, while iHeartMedia is the third-largest network. However, concerns remain about iHeartMedia's financial struggles, including a $471 million net loss in 2025 and a 2018 bankruptcy filing.
04/29/2026, 4:18 PM • The Motley Fool
The Jay Walker Podcast launched its premiere episode on January 31, 2026, debuting at #3 on Apple Podcasts Lifestyle Chart and #12 on iHeart Podcast Charts. Hosted by media executive Jay Walker, the podcast features conversations on culture, faith, leadership, and modern life, supported by premium brand partnerships offering exclusive listener discounts.
01/31/2026, 8:05 PM • GlobeNewswire
iHeartMedia's 'Elvis Duran and the Morning Show' co-hosts Danielle Monaro and Medha Gandhi will host the 2025 NAB Marconi Radio Awards, with DJ Scratch returning as house DJ and notable radio personalities serving as presenters.
10/08/2025, 2:57 PM • GlobeNewswire
NAB Show New York will take place on October 22-23, 2025, featuring keynote sessions on sports media strategy, creator economy, and the future of journalism. The event will explore emerging trends in AI, content creation, and media technologies.
09/04/2025, 1:56 PM • GlobeNewswire
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Company Profile
iHeartMedia, Inc. operates as an audio media company in the United States. It operates in three segments: Multiplatform Group, Digital Audio Group, and Audio & Media Services Group. The Multiplatform Group segment offers broadcast radio stations; sponsorships and endorsements; live, in-person, and virtual events; and the SmartAudio platform, a comprehensive suite of tech-enabled advertising solutions. This segment also operates Premiere Networks, a national radio network that produces, distributes, or represents syndicated radio programs and services to radio station affiliates; and Total Traffic & Weather Network, which delivers real-time traffic flow and incident information along with weather updates, sports, and news. Its Digital Audio Group segment provides podcasting, digital sites, newsletters, digital services and programs, and ad tech platforms; free ad-supported streaming offerings, subscription streaming, display advertisements, and other content disseminated over digital platforms and social media; and iHeartRadio, a mobile app and web-based service that allows users to listen to radio stations, digital-only stations, custom artist stations, and podcasts. This segment also engages in the digital advertising technology business. The Audio & Media Services Group segment is involved in the media representation business. This segment also provides RCS, a cloud and on-premises broadcast software, which offers radio and television automation, music scheduling, newsroom automation, advertising sales management, and disaster recovery solutions; real-time audio recognition technology; and media streaming and research services to radio and television stations, cable channels, record labels, advertisers, and agencies worldwide. The company was formerly known as CC Media Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to iHeartMedia, Inc. in September 2014. iHeartMedia, Inc. was incorporated in 1974 and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Key Executives
- Robert W. Pittman
- Richard J. Bressler
- Michael McGuinness
- Jessica Marventano
- Gayle Troberman
Current Ownership Distribution
- Mutual Funds2.1B (53.11%)
- Institutions1.8B (45.30%)
- Insiders63.3M (1.58%)
- Other0 (0.00%)