Fox Corporation (FOX): Navigating a Challenging Q3 Without the Super Bowl Boost
Key Takeaways
- Analysts expect Q3 fiscal 2026 EPS of $1.02, down 7.3% year-over-year from $1.10.
- Consensus revenue forecast stands at $3.79 billion, a 13.2% decline from $4.37 billion last year.
- Fox Corporation has beaten EPS estimates in the past four quarters, averaging a 40% surprise.
- Key focus areas include advertising trends, affiliate fees, and Tubi streaming growth.
- Absence of Super Bowl impact this year contributes to the expected revenue drop.
- Investors watching for updates on sports rights and cost management.
Earnings Context and Why This Report Matters
Fox Corporation (FOX), with its strong portfolio including FOX News, FOX Sports, and Tubi, is approaching a key third-quarter earnings release on May 11, 2026. Unlike last year, when the Super Bowl propelled a 27% revenue jump to $4.37 billion, this quarter won't have that tailwind. In my view, amid pressures from softening linear TV advertising and ongoing cord-cutting, investors will be looking for evidence of strength in digital streaming and sports content. Fox has delivered impressive beats recently—for instance, Q2 fiscal 2026 EPS came in at $0.82, exceeding estimates by 67%. With broader industry headwinds like ad market volatility, this report will shed light on how well Fox is managing its shift toward streaming and maintaining margins.
What Wall Street Expects
Analysts project adjusted EPS of $1.02 per share for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, marking a 7.3% drop from $1.10 a year ago, according to the Zacks Consensus. Revenue is forecasted at $3.79 billion, a 13.2% decline from $4.37 billion in Q3 fiscal 2025, primarily because there's no Super Bowl advertising revenue this time around.
Affiliate fees from cable and satellite operators are anticipated to rise modestly by 3-4%, in line with recent patterns. Advertising faces a steep comparison after last year's 65% surge from Super Bowl spots, though Tubi’s AVOD growth could provide some uplift. I’m watching metrics like Tubi viewing hours, FOX News ratings, and sports sublicensing closely. Fox has consistently outperformed, beating EPS estimates in the last four quarters with an average surprise of 40.24%. Historically, the stock has moved higher 68% of the time after earnings, with median one-day gains of 5.2% on beats. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to gauge how FOX stacks up against peers on these patterns.
Market Sentiment Ahead of the Report
Heading into earnings, sentiment leans cautious given the year-over-year declines, and options pricing reflects that with elevated volatility—June 2026 calls indicate expectations for a significant move. Risks like softer ad demand without a major sports event to offset it are top of mind. That said, Fox's history of beats has kept optimism alive; shares climbed after recent quarters even with mixed results. Post-earnings, guidance and Tubi updates will likely drive the reaction, especially in a competitive streaming landscape.
Looking Ahead: Factors I'm Monitoring
One thing that stands out is management's full-year guidance commentary after this transitional quarter. Without the Super Bowl, attention turns to core drivers like Tubi, which has delivered profitable quarters lately with substantial ad revenue growth.
Sports content remains central: Updates on upcoming FIFA World Cup rights could energize the outlook, but near-term sublicensing and NFL viewership will be key. Affiliate fee trends from distributors offer a read on linear TV's resilience amid cord-cutting.
Cost management, including programming expenses and any M&A developments, will impact margins. Strong free cash flow has supported buybacks and dividends in recent periods, and recovery in the broader ad market plus digital monetization efforts will influence investor views.
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FOX in downward trend: 10-day moving average moved below 50-day moving average on October 01, 2026
The 10-day moving average for FOX crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on October 01, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 9 of 13 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 69%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 17, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on FOX as a result. In 45 of 89 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 51%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for FOX turned negative on August 31, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 28 of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 57%.
FOX moved below its 50-day moving average on September 25, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where FOX declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 48%.
The Aroon Indicator for FOX entered a downward trend on October 06, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 40 of 59 cases where FOX's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 68%.
The 50-day moving average for FOX moved above the 200-day moving average on September 24, 2026. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Following a +3.24% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where FOX advanced for three days, in 233 of 333 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 70%.
FOX may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 19 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 38 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.051) is normal, around the industry mean (18.873). P/E Ratio (14.724) is within average values for comparable stocks, (91.420). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.013) is also within normal values, averaging (3.965). Dividend Yield (0.010) settles around the average of (0.005) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.517) is also within normal values, averaging (2.968).
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 45 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 76, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 46 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. FOX’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 95 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
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