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07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Liberty Media Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liberty Media Corporation ('Liberty Media' or 'Liberty') (NASDAQ: FWONA, FWONK, LLYVA, LLYVK) today reported first quarter 2025 results. Headlines include (1): Attributed to Formula One Group Renewed agreements for Mexico Grand Prix through 2028 and Miami Grand Prix through 2041 Secured new sponsorship deals including Barilla Pasta and PWC as Official Partners Formula 1 and all ten teams signed 2026 Concorde Commercial Agreement Grand Prix Plaza in Las Vegas opened to the public on May 2 nd, providing immersive F1 attractions year-round Liberty continues to work constructively with the European Commission on regulatory process for the MotoGP acquisition Attributed to Liberty Live Group Fair value of Live Nation investment was $9.1 billion as of March 31 st '2025 is off to a strong start. Formula 1 is benefiting from exciting racing on the track and financial momentum underpinned by new commercial partnerships that took effect this year,' said Derek Chang, Liberty Media President & CEO. 'We believe Formula 1's contracted and diversified revenue streams position it well against the current macro and consumer backdrop. The business fundamentals remain strong and we're confident in our ability to deliver long-term value. At Live Nation, strong first quarter results and key forward indicators are pointing to another record year ahead with sustained demand for live music and continued growth in the global experience economy.' Discussion of Results Unless otherwise noted, the following discussion compares financial information for the three months ended March 31, 2025 to the same period in 2024. FORMULA ONE GROUP – The following table provides the financial results attributed to Formula One Group for the first quarter of 2025. In the first quarter, Formula One Group incurred $14 million of corporate level selling, general and administrative expense (including stock-based compensation expense). The businesses and assets attributed to Formula One Group consist primarily of Liberty Media's subsidiaries, F1 and Quint. F1 Operating Results 'Formula 1 is six races into another incredible season and delighting fans in new and creative ways. Close racing throughout the field has created captivating on-track action, helping drive viewership growth on linear and digital platforms. Our promoter partners continue to innovate on their race weekend experiences, generating demand and sell-out crowds,' said Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1 President and CEO. 'Importantly, we agreed to the commercial terms with all F1 teams for the 2026 Concorde Agreement which is financially attractive to all parties and provides stability for our future.' The following table provides the operating results of Formula 1 ('F1'). ______________ a) Includes $61 million and $50 million of amortization related to purchase accounting for the periods ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025, respectively, that is excluded from calculations for purposes of team payments. Expand Primary F1 revenue represents the majority of F1's revenue and is derived from (i) race promotion revenue, (ii) media rights fees and (iii) sponsorship fees. There were two races held in the first quarter of 2025 compared to three races held in the first quarter of 2024. The 2025 calendar is scheduled to have the same 24 events that were held in 2024, except in a different order throughout the season which will impact the year-over-year revenue and cost comparisons on a quarterly basis. Primary F1 revenue decreased in the first quarter with declines across media rights, race promotion and sponsorship driven by the calendar variance compared to the prior year. Race promotion revenue decreased due to one less race in the quarter and the different mix of races held. Lower media rights and sponsorship revenue was driven by one fewer race held in the current period resulting in a lower proportion of season-based revenue recognized, and sponsorship revenue also decreased due to the impact of the mix of races on event specific revenue. The decline in media rights revenue recognized was partially offset by contractual increases in fees and continued growth in F1 TV subscription revenue. The decline in sponsorship revenue was largely offset by revenue recognized from new sponsors and growth in revenue from existing contracts. Other F1 revenue decreased in the first quarter primarily due to lower hospitality and experiences revenue driven by one less Paddock Club and the mix of events held, partially offset by higher freight income. Operating income and Adjusted OIBDA (2) decreased in the first quarter. Team payments decreased due to the pro rata recognition of payments across the race season with one less race held in the current period, partially offset by the expectation of higher team payments for the full year. Other cost of F1 revenue is largely variable in nature and is mostly derived from servicing both Primary and Other F1 revenue opportunities. These costs increased due to higher freight costs driven by the mix of races and longer routes required as well as increased commissions and partner servicing costs associated with servicing Primary F1 revenue streams for the full year, partially offset by lower hospitality and experiences, travel and FIA regulatory costs due to one fewer event. Other cost of F1 revenue in the first quarter was also impacted by higher costs associated with the Grand Prix Plaza in Las Vegas due to more activity in its events business. Selling, general and administrative expense increased primarily due to higher marketing costs associated with the 75 th season launch event at London's The O2 and increased personnel costs. Corporate and Other Operating Results Corporate and Other revenue increased in the first quarter due to Quint results. There was $6 million of rental income related to the Las Vegas Grand Prix Plaza in the first quarter compared to $7 million in the prior year period. In the first quarter, Quint results were primarily driven by NBA Experiences and F1 Experiences across the two races held. Quint's revenue is seasonal around its largest events, which are generally during the second and fourth quarters. Corporate and Other Adjusted OIBDA includes the rental income related to the Las Vegas Grand Prix Plaza, Quint results and other corporate overhead for the first quarter of 2025 and the prior year period. LIBERTY LIVE GROUP – In the first quarter, $4 million of corporate level selling, general and administrative expense (including stock-based compensation expense) was allocated to Liberty Live Group. The businesses and assets attributed to Liberty Live Group consist of Liberty Media's interest in Live Nation and other minority investments. There were no repurchases of Liberty Media's common stock from February 1 through April 30, 2025. The total remaining repurchase authorization for Liberty Media as of May 1, 2025 is $1.1 billion and can be applied to repurchases of common shares of any of the Liberty Media tracking stocks. FOOTNOTES NOTES The following financial information with respect to Liberty Media's equity affiliates, available for sale securities, cash and debt is intended to supplement Liberty Media's condensed consolidated balance sheet and statement of operations to be included in its Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2025. Fair Value of Corporate Public Holdings ______________ a) Represents the fair value of the equity investment in Live Nation. In accordance with GAAP, Liberty Media accounts for its investment in the equity of Live Nation using the equity method of accounting and includes it in its condensed consolidated balance sheet at $430 million and $451 million as of December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025, respectively. Expand Cash and Debt The following presentation is provided to separately identify cash and debt information. ______________ a) Includes $1,310 million and $1,547 million of cash held at F1 as of December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025, respectively, and $78 million and $69 million of cash held at Quint as of December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025, respectively. b) Face amount of the convertible notes and exchangeable debentures with no fair market value adjustment. c) Net leverage as defined in F1's credit facilities for covenant calculations. Expand Liberty Media and F1 are in compliance with their debt covenants as of March 31, 2025. Total cash and cash equivalents attributed to Formula One Group increased $202 million during the first quarter primarily due to cash from operations at F1, partially offset by $131 million of an extension payment related to the MotoGP acquisition and capital expenditures at F1. Total debt attributed to Formula One Group was relatively flat in the first quarter. Total cash and cash equivalents attributed to Liberty Live Group decreased $11 million during the first quarter primarily due to interest payments and corporate overhead. Total debt attributed to Liberty Live Group was flat during the first quarter. Important Notice: Liberty Media Corporation (Nasdaq: FWONA, FWONK, LLYVA, LLYVK) will discuss Liberty Media's earnings release on a conference call which will begin at 10:00 a.m. (E.T.) on May 7, 2025. The call can be accessed by dialing (877) 704-2829 or (215) 268-9864, passcode 13748883 at least 10 minutes prior to the start time. The call will also be broadcast live across the Internet and archived on our website. To access the webcast go to Links to this press release will also be available on the Liberty Media website. This press release includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about business strategies, market potential, future financial performance and prospects, the Formula 1 race calendar, the planned acquisition of MotoGP, expectations regarding Formula 1 and Live Nation's businesses and other matters that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements involve many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including, without limitation, the satisfaction of all conditions to closing for the transaction with MotoGP, possible changes in market acceptance of new products or services, regulatory matters affecting our businesses, the unfavorable outcome of future litigation, the failure to realize benefits of acquisitions, rapid industry change, failure of third parties to perform, continued access to capital on terms acceptable to Liberty Media and changes in law, including consumer protection laws, and their enforcement. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and Liberty Media expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect any change in Liberty Media's expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based. Please refer to the publicly filed documents of Liberty Media, including the most recent Forms 10-K and 10-Q, for additional information about Liberty Media and about the risks and uncertainties related to Liberty Media's business which may affect the statements made in this press release. LIBERTY MEDIA CORPORATION BALANCE SHEET INFORMATION Attributed Formula Liberty One Live Intergroup Consolidated amounts in millions Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,833 314 — 3,147 Trade and other receivables, net 143 1 — 144 Other current assets 376 — — 376 Total current assets 3,352 315 — 3,667 Investments in affiliates, accounted for using the equity method 31 479 — 510 Property and equipment, at cost 1,039 — — 1,039 Accumulated depreciation (214 ) — — (214 ) 825 — — 825 Goodwill 4,134 — — 4,134 Intangible assets subject to amortization, net 2,632 — — 2,632 Deferred income tax assets 600 220 (32 ) 788 Other assets 512 217 — 729 Total assets $ 12,086 1,231 (32 ) 13,285 Liabilities and Equity Current liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 330 — — 330 Current portion of debt 30 — — 30 Deferred revenue 1,009 — — 1,009 Financial instrument liabilities 30 — — 30 Other current liabilities 47 — — 47 Total current liabilities 1,446 — — 1,446 Long-term debt 2,952 1,582 — 4,534 Other liabilities 277 1 (32 ) 246 Total liabilities 4,675 1,583 (32 ) 6,226 Equity / Attributed net assets 7,411 (374 ) — 7,037 Noncontrolling interests in equity of subsidiaries — 22 — 22 Total liabilities and equity $ 12,086 1,231 (32 ) 13,285 Expand LIBERTY MEDIA CORPORATION STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS INFORMATION Three months ended March 31, 2025 (unaudited) Attributed Formula Liberty One Live Consolidated Group Group Liberty amounts in millions Revenue: Formula 1 revenue $ 400 — 400 Other revenue 47 — 47 Total revenue 447 — 447 Operating costs and expenses: Cost of Formula 1 revenue (exclusive of depreciation shown separately below) 286 — 286 Other cost of sales 39 — 39 Other operating expenses 1 — 1 Selling, general and administrative (1) 100 4 104 Acquisition costs 11 — 11 Depreciation and amortization 77 — 77 514 4 518 Operating income (loss) (67 ) (4 ) (71 ) Other income (expense): Interest expense (48 ) (7 ) (55 ) Share of earnings (losses) of affiliates, net (3 ) 4 1 Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on financial instruments, net 82 (17 ) 65 Other, net 34 2 36 65 (18 ) 47 Earnings (loss) before income taxes (2 ) (22 ) (24 ) Income tax (expense) benefit 24 5 29 Net earnings (loss) 22 (17 ) 5 Less net earnings (loss) attributable to the noncontrolling interests — — — Net earnings (loss) attributable to Liberty stockholders $ 22 (17 ) 5 (1) Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows: Selling, general and administrative $ 2 — 2 Expand LIBERTY MEDIA CORPORATION STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS INFORMATION Three months ended March 31, 2024 (unaudited) Attributed One Live SiriusXM Consolidated Group Group Group Liberty amounts in millions Revenue: Formula 1 revenue $ 550 — — 550 Other revenue 37 — — 37 Total revenue 587 — — 587 Operating costs and expenses: Cost of Formula 1 revenue (exclusive of depreciation shown separately below) 279 — — 279 Other cost of sales 26 — — 26 Other operating expenses 1 — — 1 Selling, general and administrative (1) 91 2 — 93 Acquisition costs 9 — — 9 Depreciation and amortization 86 — — 86 492 2 — 494 Operating income (loss) 95 (2 ) — 93 Other income (expense): Interest expense (55 ) (7 ) — (62 ) Share of earnings (losses) of affiliates, net (3 ) (21 ) — (24 ) Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on financial instruments, net 48 (69 ) — (21 ) Other, net 15 6 — 21 5 (91 ) — (86 ) Earnings (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes 100 (93 ) — 7 Income tax (expense) benefit (23 ) 20 — (3 ) Net earnings (loss) from continuing operations 77 (73 ) — 4 Net earnings (loss) from discontinued operations — — 241 241 Net earnings (loss) 77 (73 ) 241 245 Less net earnings (loss) attributable to the noncontrolling interests — — 42 42 Net earnings (loss) attributable to Liberty stockholders $ 77 (73 ) 199 203 (1) Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows: Selling, general and administrative $ 12 1 — 13 Expand LIBERTY MEDIA CORPORATION STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS INFORMATION Three months ended March 31, 2025 (unaudited) Attributed Formula Liberty One Live Consolidated Group Group Liberty amounts in millions Cash flows from operating activities: Net earnings (loss) $ 22 (17 ) 5 Adjustments to reconcile net earnings (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation and amortization 77 — 77 Stock-based compensation 2 — 2 Share of (earnings) loss of affiliates, net 3 (4 ) (1 ) Realized and unrealized (gains) losses on financial instruments, net (82 ) 17 (65 ) Deferred income tax expense (benefit) (25 ) (4 ) (29 ) Other, net (1 ) 1 — Changes in operating assets and liabilities Current and other assets (143 ) — (143 ) Payables and other liabilities 538 (3 ) 535 Net cash provided (used) by operating activities 391 (10 ) 381 Cash flows from investing activities: Investments in equity method affiliates and debt and equity securities (5 ) (1 ) (6 ) Cash (paid) received for acquisitions, net of cash acquired (131 ) — (131 ) Capital expended for property and equipment, including internal-use software and website development (33 ) — (33 ) Other investing activities, net (11 ) — (11 ) Net cash provided (used) by investing activities (180 ) (1 ) (181 ) Cash flows from financing activities: Repayments of debt (6 ) — (6 ) Other financing activities, net (7 ) — (7 ) Net cash provided (used) by financing activities (13 ) — (13 ) Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 4 — 4 Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 202 (11 ) 191 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 2,638 325 2,963 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 2,840 314 3,154 Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,833 314 3,147 Restricted cash included in other current assets 7 — 7 Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 2,840 314 3,154 Expand LIBERTY MEDIA CORPORATION STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS INFORMATION Three months ended March 31, 2024 (unaudited) Attributed One Live SiriusXM Consolidated Group Group Group Liberty amounts in millions Cash flows from operating activities: Net earnings (loss) $ 77 (73 ) 241 245 Adjustments to reconcile net earnings (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities: Net (earnings) loss from discontinued operations — — (241 ) (241 ) Depreciation and amortization 86 — — 86 Stock-based compensation 12 1 — 13 Share of (earnings) loss of affiliates, net 3 21 — 24 Realized and unrealized (gains) losses on financial instruments, net (48 ) 69 — 21 Deferred income tax expense (benefit) 9 (18 ) — (9 ) Intergroup tax allocation (27 ) (2 ) — (29 ) Other, net 2 — — 2 Changes in operating assets and liabilities Current and other assets (90 ) (3 ) — (93 ) Payables and other liabilities 116 (4 ) — 112 Net cash provided (used) by operating activities 140 (9 ) — 131 Cash flows from investing activities: Investments in equity method affiliates and debt and equity securities (1 ) — — (1 ) Cash (paid) received for acquisitions, net of cash acquired (205 ) — — (205 ) Capital expended for property and equipment, including internal-use software and website development (27 ) — — (27 ) Other investing activities, net (63 ) — — (63 ) Net cash provided (used) by investing activities (296 ) — — (296 ) Cash flows from financing activities: Repayments of debt (10 ) — — (10 ) Other financing activities, net (1 ) 2 — 1 Net cash provided (used) by financing activities (11 ) 2 — (9 ) Net cash provided (used) by discontinued operations: Cash provided (used) by operating activities — — 264 264 Cash provided (used) by investing activities — — (354 ) (354 ) Cash provided (used) by financing activities — — (73 ) (73 ) Net cash provided (used) by discontinued operations — — (163 ) (163 ) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (167 ) (7 ) (163 ) (337 ) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 1,408 305 315 2,028 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 1,241 298 152 1,691 Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,233 298 135 1,666 Restricted cash included in other current assets 8 — — 8 Restricted cash included in current assets of discontinued operations — — 8 8 Restricted cash included in noncurrent assets of discontinued operations — — 9 9 Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 1,241 298 152 1,691 Expand NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES AND SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES SCHEDULE 1 To provide investors with additional information regarding our financial results, this press release includes a presentation of Adjusted OIBDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, for Formula One Group and Liberty Live Group, together with reconciliations to operating income, as determined under GAAP. Liberty Media defines Adjusted OIBDA as operating income (loss) plus depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, separately reported litigation settlements, Concorde incentive payments and restructuring, acquisition and impairment charges. Liberty Media believes Adjusted OIBDA is an important indicator of the operational strength and performance of its businesses by identifying those items that are not directly a reflection of each business' performance or indicative of ongoing business trends. In addition, this measure allows management to view operating results and perform analytical comparisons and benchmarking between businesses and identify strategies to improve performance. Because Adjusted OIBDA is used as a measure of operating performance, Liberty Media views operating income as the most directly comparable GAAP measure. Adjusted OIBDA is not meant to replace or supersede operating income or any other GAAP measure, but rather to supplement such GAAP measures in order to present investors with the same information that Liberty Media's management considers in assessing the results of operations and performance of its assets. The following table provides a reconciliation of Adjusted OIBDA for Liberty Media to operating income (loss) calculated in accordance with GAAP for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025, respectively. QUARTERLY SUMMARY ______________ a) Formula One Group incurred $11 million and $9 million of costs related to corporate acquisitions during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024, respectively. Expand
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Formula 1 and Mexico City agree to a three-year extension
Formula 1 and Mexico City agree to a three-year extension (Image Source: Getty) Expected in October this year, the Mexico City Grand Prix is a vibrant and enthralling experience for Formula 1 fans across the globe, with celebrations and music taking the center stage. Now, Formula 1 and Mexico City have joined hands for a three-year extension till 2028, making fans even more excited for what is coming ahead. Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali calls Mexico Grand Prix an incredible experience As per at least 405,000 people enjoyed the festivities in 2024, setting a new record for the Mexico City Grand Prix. This has been a big deal for the Association and fans. Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1 believes Mexico City has energetic experience. He said: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo 'We are very excited to announce that the Mexico City Grand Prix will continue to be part of our calendar until 2028. Formula 1 is energy, passion and emotion, and every year the unique atmosphere created by our fans in Mexico City is one of the most incredible and energetic experiences of our championship." Further, Domenicali said: 'I want to express my sincere thanks to President Claudia Sheinbaum for her strong commitment to Formula 1, to the Head of Government Clara Brugada for her continued support and to Alejandro Soberón Kuri, whose leadership has been fundamental to the success of this event. I also want to thank the local stakeholders and businesses that share our vision and who make this event so special.' Adding that Mexican fans can expect a lot more this October, Domenicali said: 'We look forward to continuing this extraordinary collaboration together and seeing the incredible enthusiasm of the Mexican fans again in October.' CIE CEO Alejandro Soberon Kuri feels the extension will benefit Mexican economy Meanwhile, Alejandro Soberon Kuri, President and CEO of CIE said, the three year extension is said to benefit the Mexican economy. He said 'We are very excited to announce that the Mexico GP will be held for three more years. We are deeply grateful for the invaluable support of the Government of Mexico City, from the Head of Government of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, to our President, Claudia Sheinbaum, as well as Stefano Domenicali from Formula 1, who have made it possible to continue bringing Formula 1 to our country.' He further added: 'This not only contributes to the economic development of Mexico City, but also promotes our city, as well as our country, in a significant way worldwide. Together, we will continue to work hard to ensure that fans get the most out of an event that offers a unique live entertainment experience, and which for almost 10 years has shown the world the quality of the events we organise in this city.' Also Read: Shaila-Ann Rao returns to FIA as President Mohammed Ben Sulayem appoints her as Advisor
