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Time Warner reported financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2016.
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bewkes said: “We had a strong first half of 2016, which puts us ahead of our original goals for the year. Our performance reflects the creative excellence resulting from investments we’ve been making in the very best content. At the same time, we’re capitalizing on new distribution opportunities to take advantage of the growing demand for high-quality video content around the world. As an example of our creative excellence, Time Warner received 148 Primetime Emmy nominations – more than any other company – with HBO’s 94 again setting the pace for the industry. In the second quarter, TNT and TBS finished as the two highest rated ad-supported cable networks in primetime among adults 18-49, and Warner Bros. once again came out of the upfront as the leading supplier to broadcast television. Warner Bros. also gained momentum in film with recent successes, such as Central Intelligence and The Conjuring 2, and anticipation is running high for Suicide Squad, which debuts this week.”
Mr. Bewkes continued: “Today, we also announced our 10% investment in Hulu LLC and that Turner has separately signed an affiliate agreement for its full suite of networks to be carried on Hulu’s live-streaming service slated for launch early next year. These are just the latest examples of our commitment to supporting innovative digital services that allow consumers to access high-quality content however they want it across a variety of platforms. We’re confident the multiple investments we’re making in these types of services position the Company to benefit from growing global demand for the strongest network brands and very best video content.”
Company Results
Revenues decreased 5% to $7.0 billion due to a decline at Warner Bros., partially offset by growth at Turner and Home Box Office and lower intersegment eliminations. Revenues included the unfavorable impact of foreign exchange rates of approximately $60 million in the quarter. Operating Income decreased 1% to $1.8 billion due to decreases at Warner Bros. and Home Box Office, partially offset by a swing in intersegment eliminations. Adjusted Operating Income declined 5% to $1.8 billion.
The Company posted Diluted Income per Common Share from Continuing Operations (“EPS”) of $1.20 compared to $1.16 for the prior year quarter. Adjusted Diluted Income per Common Share from Continuing Operations (“Adjusted EPS”) was $1.29versus $1.25 for the prior year quarter.
For the first six months of 2016, Cash Provided by Operations from Continuing Operations reached $2.0 billion and Free Cash Flow totaled $1.9 billion.
