Form 4: Lachlan Murdoch Reports Changes in Beneficial Ownership of News Corp Stock

Lachlan Murdoch reports the settlement and acquisition of News Corp Class A Common Stock and Deferred Stock Units.

Summary

• On April 1, 2025, Lachlan Murdoch settled 4,987 deferred stock units for cash, equivalent to the value of News Corporation's Class A Common Stock.
• He also acquired 1,805 deferred stock units.
• The price of Class A Common Stock was $27.
• Following these transactions, Murdoch directly owns 114 shares of Class A Common Stock and 44,059 deferred stock units.
• The deferred stock units become payable in cash on the earlier of (i) the first trading day of the quarter five years following the grant and (ii) the Reporting Person's end of service as a Director.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a standard regulatory filing, so the sentiment is neutral.

Future Outlook

The deferred stock units become payable in cash on the earlier of (i) the first trading day of the quarter five years following the grant and (ii) the Reporting Person's end of service as a Director.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of changes in beneficial ownership by a company insider, as required by the SEC. It provides transparency to investors regarding the holdings and transactions of key individuals within News Corp.

Stakeholder Impact

• The filing provides transparency to shareholders regarding insider transactions.

Key Dates

Keywords

Form 4, Beneficial Ownership, Lachlan Murdoch, News Corp, NWS, Deferred Stock Units, Class A Common Stock