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      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES FISCAL 2025 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS


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      Corus Entertainment Inc (IR Group)

      Apr 11, 2025, 06:00 ET

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      • Consolidated revenue decreased 10% for the quarter and 11% for the year-to-date
      • Consolidated segment profit(1) decreased 67% for the quarter and 41% for the year-to-date
      • Consolidated segment profit margin(1) of 6% for the quarter and 17% for the year-to-date
      • Net loss attributable to shareholders of $55.9 million ($0.28 loss per share basic) for the quarter and net loss attributable to shareholders of $44.0 million ($0.22 loss per share basic) for the year-to-date
      • Free cash flow(1) of $46.0 million for the quarter and $35.9 million for the year-to-date

      TORONTO, April 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) announced its second quarter financial results today.

      "We are pleased with another quarter of strong audience performance, with Global and our largest specialty brands leading the way across platforms," said Troy Reeb, Co-Chief Executive Officer. "Our new lifestyle brands Flavour Network and Home Network are exceeding our expectations, built on Corus' proven ability to curate brands and content that audiences want to watch. In the face of increasing economic uncertainty, our flagship Global News team continues to deliver on our commitment to provide Canadians with a trusted source of news and information."

      "Our television advertising revenue was modestly ahead of our outlook for the second quarter, building on the strength of our programming and audiences. At the same time, we recognize that the industry landscape remains challenging with limited visibility," said John Gossling, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. "As such, importantly, we have taken significant steps to progress our capital and debt plan, and our updated credit facility provides enhanced stability as we pursue further right-sizing initiatives and targeted growth opportunities to create a more sustainable future."

      Financial Highlights                                                  


      Three months ended

      Six months ended


      February 28,

      February 29,

      %

      February 28,

      February 29,

      %

      (in thousands of Canadian dollars except per share amounts)

      2025

      2024

      Change

      2025

      2024

      Change

      Revenue







      Television

      251,808

      278,059

      (9 %)

      555,437

      620,492

      (10 %)

      Radio

      18,545

      21,478

      (14 %)

      42,087

      48,949

      (14 %)


      270,353

      299,537

      (10 %)

      597,524

      669,441

      (11 %)






      Segment profit (loss) (1)







      Television

      22,612

      58,903

      (62 %)

      108,576

      180,661

      (40 %)

      Radio

      1,439

      857

      68 %

      5,306

      5,402

      (2 %)

      Corporate

      (6,548)

      (7,015)

      7 %

      (12,156)

      (12,469)

      3 %


      17,503

      52,745

      (67 %)

      101,726

      173,594

      (41 %)






      Segment profit margin (1)







      Television

      9 %

      21 %


      20 %

      29 %


      Radio

      8 %

      4 %


      13 %

      11 %


      Consolidated

      6 %

      18 %


      17 %

      26 %







      Net income (loss) attributable to shareholders

      (55,880)

      (9,780)


      (43,972)

      22,931


      Adjusted net income (loss) attributable to shareholders(1)

      (42,727)

      (5,944)


      (14,355)

      35,303







      Earnings (loss) per share:







      Basic and diluted

      ($0.28)

      ($0.05)


      ($0.22)

      $0.12


      Adjusted basic (1)

      ($0.21)

      ($0.03)


      ($0.07)

      $0.18







      Free cash flow (1)

      46,017

      32,862

      40 %

      35,868

      56,570

      (37 %)

      (1) In addition to disclosing results in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB"), the Company also provides supplementary non-IFRS measures as a method of evaluating the Company's performance and to provide a better understanding of how management views the Company's performance. These non-IFRS or non-Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") measures can include: segment profit (loss), segment profit margin, free cash flow, adjusted net income (loss) attributable to shareholders, adjusted basic earnings (loss) per share, net debt to segment profit, and new platform revenue. These are not measurements in accordance with IFRS and should not be considered as an alternative to any other measure of performance under IFRS. Please see additional discussion and reconciliations under the Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Company's Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders.

      Segment Revenue


      Three months ended

      Six months ended


      February 28,

      February 29,

      %

       February 28,

      February 29,

      %

      (in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      2025

      2024

      Change

      2025

      2024

      Change

      Revenue

      251,808



      555,437



      Television

      278,059

      (9 %)

      620,492

      (10 %)

      Advertising

      129,539

      148,979

      (13 %)

      306,228

      358,275

      (15 %)

      Subscriber

      111,880

      117,285

      (5 %)

      227,578

      235,535

      (3 %)

      Distribution, production and other

      10,389

      11,795

      (12 %)

      21,631

      26,682

      (19 %)

      Radio

      18,545

      21,478

      (14 %)

      42,087

      48,949

      (14 %)

      Total Revenue

      270,353

      299,537

      (10 %)

      597,524

      669,441

      (11 %)






      New platform revenue percentage (1)

      13 %

      12 %

      (7 %)

      12 %

      12 %

      (8 %)

      (1) New platform revenue does not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. For definition and explanation, see the discussion under the Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders.

      Operational Highlights

      Building on Corus' strong Winter/Spring schedule, Global TV has delivered significant audience growth of 11% for the full day and 25% in core primetime for the season-to-date(1). Total monthly hours streamed across streaming platforms (STACKTV, the Global TV App and Pluto TV) this Winter grew 18%(2). In addition, Corus continued to implement cost savings initiatives.

      • Home Network and Flavour Network land top specialty lifestyle rankings. Since the launch of Corus' Home Network and Flavour Network on December 30, 2024, almost 11 million Canadians have tuned-in to enjoy the premium content on these top ranking specialty lifestyle networks(3).
      • Home Network announces its spring 2025 lineup. Home Network announced its robust spring 2025 lineup, with new seasons of Corus Original series Renovation Resort and Scott's Vacation House Rules. Spring premieres include brand new episodes of House Hunters, Interior Design Masters, George Clarke's Amazing Spaces, and new series Empty Nest Refresh.
      • W Network debuts its spring 2025 schedule. Spring premieres on W Network include new comedies Laid and Small Town, Big Story. New series from Hallmark Channel include family drama The Chicken Sisters and unscripted series Small Town Setup.

      (1) Numeris Personal People Meter ("PPM") Data, Total Canada, Spring'25 Season-to-Date ("STD") (January 6 – March 16/25) vs. Spring'24 STD (Jan 8 – Mar 17/24) – confirmed to March 9/25, Adults 25-54, Average Minute Audience ("AMA") (000), local time. Full day: Monday-Sunday 2am-2am, Core primetime: Monday-Sunday 8pm-11pm

      (2) Amazon Video Central, Paramount via Pluto TV Dashboard, Adobe Analytics, December'24 to February'25 monthly average. vs. December'23 to February'24  monthly average.

      (3) Numeris Personal People Meter ("PPM") Data, Total Canada, (December 30/24 - March 16/25) - confirmed until March 9/25, Monday-Sunday 2am-2am, Adults 18+ Home/Flavour Cumulative Reach (CumRch) (000) / rank based on 3+ airings, Adults 25-54 Average Minute Audience ("AMA") (000), Canadian Specialty Commercial English networks excluding sports and specials.

      Financial Highlights

      • Free cash flow(1) of $46.0 million in Q2 and $35.9 million year-to-date compared to $32.9 million and $56.6 million year-to-date, respectively, in the same comparable prior year periods. The increase in free cash flow(1) for the second quarter is mainly attributable to higher cash provided by operating activities. The decrease for the year-to- date is mainly attributable to lower cash provided by operating activities, offset by higher proceeds from sale of property.
      • Net debt to segment profit(1) was 5.04 times as at February 28, 2025, up from 3.84 times at August 31, 2024, as a result of a decrease in segment profit.
      • On March 21, 2025, Corus announced that it has completed an assignment of all the indebtedness and obligations under its Seventh Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated October 24, 2024 to existing Canadian strategic debtholders. The Company also completed an agreement to amend and restate the Credit Facility, which now matures on March 20, 2027. A copy of the updated Credit Facility is available under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
      • As of February 28, 2025, the Company had $91.7 million of cash and cash equivalents and $64.3 million available to be drawn under its Revolving Facility.

      (1) Free cash flow, segment profit and net debt to segment profit do not have standardized meanings prescribed by IFRS. The Company reports on these because they are key measures used to evaluate performance. For definitions and explanations, see the discussion under the Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders and/or Management's Discussion and Analysis in the Company's Annual Report for the year ended August 31, 2024 ("2024 MD&A").

      Corus Entertainment Inc. reports its financial results in Canadian dollars.

      The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes for the three and six months ended February 28, 2025 and Management's Discussion and Analysis are available on the Company's website at www.corusent.com in the Investor Relations section and under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

      A conference call with Corus senior management is scheduled for April 11, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. ET. While this call is directed at analysts and investors, members of the media are welcome to listen in. To instantly join the conference call by phone, please use the following URL to easily register and be connected to the conference call automatically: https: /emportal.ink/3QWzac8. You can also dial direct to be entered into the call by an Operator. The dial-in number for the conference call for local and international callers is 1.416.945.7677 and for North America is 1.888.699.1199. This call will be archived and available for replay in the Investor Relations section of the Corus website beginning April 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. ET or accessible by telephone until April 18, 2025, at 1.888.660.6345 (toll-free North America) or 289.819.1450 (local or international), using replay code 16388#. More information can be found on the Corus Entertainment website at www.corusent.com in the Investor Relations section.

      Risks and Uncertainties

      Significant risks and uncertainties affecting the Company and its business are discussed under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties" and "Seasonal Fluctuations" in the 2024 MD&A, as well as in the accompanying quarterly MD&A included in the Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties". These discussions are important to understanding the assumptions and factors which may affect the Company's outlook and results and are incorporated by reference.

      Outlook

      In the third quarter, we continue to expect the over-supply of premium digital video inventory from foreign competitors and continued generally lower demand for linear advertising. As such, year-over-year percentage declines in Television advertising revenue in the third quarter of fiscal 2025 are expected to be in the mid-teens. Amortization of TV program rights is expected to be relatively flat in the third quarter compared to the prior year. The Company will continue with its implementation of additional cost reduction initiatives and expects general and administrative expenses to decline in the range of 5 to 10% for the third quarter versus the prior year.

      Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

      This press release includes the non-GAAP or non-IFRS financial measures of segment profit (loss), segment profit margin, free cash flow, adjusted net income attributable to shareholders, adjusted basic earnings per share, net debt to segment profit, as well as supplementary financial measures not presented in the financial statements such as new platform revenue. Non-GAAP or non-IFRS measures that are not in accordance with, nor an alternate to, generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") and may be different from non-GAAP or non-IFRS measures used by other companies. In addition, these non-GAAP measures are not based on any comprehensive set of accounting rules or principles.

      Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered as a substitute for, or superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. They are limited in value because they exclude charges that have a material effect on the Company's reported results and, therefore, should not be relied upon as the sole financial measures to evaluate the Company's financial results. The non-GAAP financial measures are meant to supplement, and to be viewed in conjunction with, IFRS financial results. A reconciliation of the Company's non- GAAP measures is included in the Company's most recent Report to Shareholders for the three and six months ended February 28, 2025, which is available on Corus' website at www.corusent.com as well as on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

      Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Information

      This press release contains forward-looking information and should be read subject to the following cautionary language:

      To the extent any statements made in this document contain information that is not historical, these statements are forward-looking statements and may be forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking information"). This forward-looking information relates to, among other things, the Company's objectives, goals, strategies, targets,  intentions, plans, estimates and outlook, including the adoption and anticipated impact of the Company's strategic plan, advertising and expectations of advertising trends for fiscal 2025, subscriber revenue and anticipated subscription trends, distribution, production and other revenue, the Company's dividend policy and the payment of future dividends; the Company's leverage target; the Company's ability to manage retention and reputation risks related to its on-air talent; expectations regarding financial performance, including capital allocation strategy and capital structure management, operating costs and tariffs, taxes and fees, and can generally be identified by the use of words such as "believe", "anticipate", "expect", "intend", "plan", "will", "may" or the negatives of these terms and other similar expressions.  In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances may be considered forward-looking information.  

      Although Corus believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, such information involves assumptions, risks and uncertainties and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements.  Certain material factors or assumptions are applied with respect to the forward-looking information, including without limitation, factors and assumptions regarding the Company's ability to maintain necessary access to loan and credit facilities, the general market conditions and general outlook for the industry including: the impact of recessionary conditions and continuing supply chain constraints; the potential impact of new competition and industry mergers and acquisitions; changes to applicable tax, licensing and regulatory regimes; inflation and interest rates, stability of the advertising, subscription, production and distribution markets; changes to key suppliers or clients; operating and capital costs and tariffs, taxes and fees, the Company's ability to source, produce or sell desirable content and the Company's capital and operating results being consistent with its expectations.  Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such information.

      Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these expectations include, among other things: the Company's ability to maintain necessary access to loan and credit facilities, the Company's ability to attract,  retain and manage fluctuations in advertising revenue; the impact of imposed and threatened tariffs, including trade disruptions, restrictions on cross-border supply chains, shifting policies, uncertainty, timing and the resolution thereof; the Company's ability to maintain relationships with key suppliers and clients and on anticipated financial terms and conditions; audience acceptance of the Company's television programs and cable networks including new, re-branded or re-programmed channels; the Company's ability to manage retention and reputation risks related to its on-air talent; the Company's ability to recoup production costs; the availability of tax credits; the availability of expected news, production and related credits, programs and funding; the existence of co-production treaties; the Company's ability to compete in any of the industries in which it does business including with competitors which may not be regulated in the same way or to the same degree; the business and strategic opportunities (or lack thereof) that may be presented to and pursued by the Company; conditions in the entertainment, information and communications industries and technological developments therein; changes in laws or regulations or the interpretation or application of those laws and regulations including statements, decisions or positions by applicable regulators including, without limitation, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission ("CRTC"), Canadian Heritage and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada ("ISED"); changes to licensing status or conditions; unanticipated or un-mitigatable programming costs; the Company's ability to integrate and realize anticipated benefits from its acquisitions and to effectively manage its growth; the Company's ability to successfully defend itself against litigation matters and complaints;  failure to renegotiate, obtain relief from or meet covenants under the Company's senior credit facility, senior unsecured notes or other instruments or facilities; epidemics, pandemics or other public health and safety crises in Canada and globally; physical and operational changes to the Company's key facilities and infrastructure; cybersecurity threats or incidents to the Company or its key suppliers and vendors; and changes in accounting standards.  

      Additional information about these factors and about the material assumptions underlying any forward-looking information may be found under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties" in the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis for the year ended August 31, 2024 (the "2024 MD&A") and under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Information Form for the year ended August 31, 2024 (the "AIF").  Corus cautions that the foregoing list of important assumptions and factors that may affect future results is not exhaustive.

      When relying on the Company's forward-looking information to make decisions with respect to Corus, investors and others should carefully consider the foregoing factors and other uncertainties and potential events.  Unless otherwise specified, all forward-looking information in this document speaks as of the date of this document and may be updated or amended from time to time.  Except as otherwise required by applicable securities laws, Corus disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, events or circumstances that arise after the date thereof or otherwise.

      About Corus Entertainment Inc.
      Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) is a leading media and content company that develops and delivers high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company's portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 30 specialty television services, 36 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, digital and streaming platforms, and social digital agency and media services. Corus' roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, Flavour Network, Home Network, The HISTORY® Channel, Showcase, Slice, Adult Swim, National Geographic and Global News, along with streaming platforms STACKTV, TELETOON+, the Global TV App and Curiouscast. Corus is also an internationally-renowned content creator, producer and distributor as well as the domestic advertising representative and an original content partner for Pluto TV, a Paramount Company. For more information visit www.corusent.com.

      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC.
      INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      As at February 28,

      As at August 31,

      2025

      2024

      ASSETS



      Current



      Cash and cash equivalents

      91,687

      82,422

      Accounts receivable

      240,263

      232,040

      Income taxes recoverable

      5,366

      25,006

      Prepaid expenses and other assets

      18,399

      17,857

      Total current assets

      355,715

      357,325

      Tax credits receivable

      21,998

      19,756

      Investments and other assets

      51,373

      57,325

      Property, plant and equipment, net

      236,722

      250,810

      Program rights

      702,524

      494,022

      Film investments

      45,877

      55,312

      Intangible assets

      356,355

      252,358

      Total assets

      1,770,564

      1,486,908

      LIABILITIES AND DEFICIT



      Current



      Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

      519,556

      488,098

      Current portion of long-term debt

      3,290

      9,903

      Provisions

      22,953

      25,467

      Total current liabilities

      545,799

      523,468

      Long-term debt

      1,043,100

      1,042,931

      Other long-term liabilities

      507,911

      197,499

      Provisions

      9,734

      10,697

      Deferred income tax liabilities

      52,984

      54,041

      Total liabilities

      2,159,528

      1,828,636

      DEFICIT



      Share capital

      281,052

      281,052

      Contributed surplus

      2,102,602

      2,013,797

      Accumulated deficit

      (2,830,129)

      (2,784,729)

      Accumulated other comprehensive income

      19,541

      24,481

      Total deficit attributable to shareholders

      (426,934)

      (465,399)

      Equity attributable to non-controlling interests

      37,970

      123,671

      Total deficit

      (388,964)

      (341,728)

      Total liabilities and deficit

      1,770,564

      1,486,908

      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC.
      INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS) AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)


      Three months ended

      Six months ended


      February 28,

       February 29,

      February 28,

      February 29,

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars except per share amounts)

      2025

      2024

      2025

      2024

      Revenues

      270,353

      299,537

      597,524

      669,441

      Direct cost of sales, general and administrative expenses

      252,850

      246,792

      495,798

      495,847

      Depreciation and amortization

      22,769

      29,850

      45,145

      60,168

      Interest expense

      30,984

      28,073

      56,118

      57,161

      Debt refinancing

      —

      —

      4,377

      753

      Restructuring and other costs

      12,606

      5,267

      29,115

      16,068

      Other expense (income), net

      8,992

      253

      3,710

      (317)

      Income (loss) before income taxes

      (57,848)

      (10,698)

      (36,739)

      39,761

      Income tax expense (recovery)

      (2,827)

      (3,002)

      3,203

      10,439

      Net income (loss) for the period

      (55,021)

      (7,696)

      (39,942)

      29,322

       

      Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes





      Items that may be reclassified subsequently to income (loss):





      Unrealized change in fair value of cash flow hedges

      (1,277)

      (4)

      (2,162)

      (2,844)

      Unrealized foreign currency translation adjustment

      657

      53

      1,558

      232


      (620)

      49

      (604)

      (2,612)

      Items that will not be reclassified to income (loss):





      Unrealized change in fair value of financial assets

      (3,828)

      (4,815)

      (4,336)

      (6,458)

      Actuarial loss on post-retirement benefit plans

      (4,066)

      (1,096)

      (1,428)

      (2,430)


      (7,894)

      (5,911)

      (5,764)

      (8,888)

      Other comprehensive loss, net of income taxes

      (8,514)

      (5,862)

      (6,368)

      (11,500)

      Comprehensive income (loss) for the period

      (63,535)

      (13,558)

      (46,310)

      17,822






      Net income (loss) attributable to:





      Shareholders

      (55,880)

      (9,780)

      (43,972)

      22,931

      Non-controlling interests

      859

      2,084

      4,030

      6,391


      (55,021)

      (7,696)

      (39,942)

      29,322

       

      Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to:





      Shareholders

      (64,394)

      (15,642)

      (50,340)

      11,431

      Non-controlling interests

      859

      2,084

      4,030

      6,391


      (63,535)

      (13,558)

      (46,310)

      17,822






      Earnings (loss) per share attributable to shareholders:

      ($0.28)

      ($0.05)

      ($0.22)

      $0.12

      Basic and diluted

      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC
      INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (DEFICIT)

       

       

       

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

       

       

       

      Share capital

       

       

       

      Contributed
      surplus

       

       

       

      Accumulated
      deficit

       

      Accumulated
      other
      comprehensive
      income

       

       

      Total deficit attributable to shareholders

      Equity attributable to
      non- controlling
      interests

       

       

       

      Total deficit

      As at August 31, 2024

      281,052

      2,013,797

      (2,784,729)

      24,481

      (465,399)

      123,671

      (341,728)

      Comprehensive income (loss)

      —

      —

      (43,972)

      (6,368)

      (50,340)

      4,030

      (46,310)

      Dividends declared

      —

      —

      —

      —

      —

      (1,000)

      (1,000)

      Purchase of minority interest

      —

      88,731

      —

      —

      88,731

      (88,731)

      —

      Actuarial loss on post-retirement

      benefit plans

      —

      —

      (1,428)

      1,428

      —

      —

      —

      Share-based compensation

      expense

      —

      74

      —

      —

      74

      —

      74

      As at February 28, 2025

      281,052

      2,102,602

      (2,830,129)

      19,541

      (426,934)

      37,970

      (388,964)

       

       

       

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

       

       

       

      Share capital

       

       

       

      Contributed 
      surplus

       

       

       

      Accumulated 
      deficit

       

       

      Accumulated
      other comprehensive 
      income

       

       

       

      Total equity attributable to shareholders

       

      Equity
      attributable to non- controlling interests

       

       

       

      Total equity

      As at August 31, 2023

      281,052

      2,012,936

      (2,014,077)

      37,841

      317,752

      141,248

      459,000

      Comprehensive income (loss)

      —

      —

      22,931

      (11,500)

      11,431

      6,391

      17,822

      Dividends declared

      —

      —

      —

      —

      —

      (7,670)

      (7,670)

      Change in fair value of put option

      liability

      —

      —

      677

      —

      677

      (4,865)

      (4,188)

      Actuarial loss on post-retirement

      benefit plans

      —

      —

      (2,430)

      2,430

      —

      —

      —

      Share-based compensation

      expense

      —

      411

      —

      —

      411

      —

      411

      As at February 29, 2024

      281,052

      2,013,347

      (1,992,899)

      28,771

      330,271

      135,104

      465,375

      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC.
      INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 


      Three months ended

      Six months ended


      February 28,

      February 29,

      February 28,

      February 29,

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      2025

      2024

      2025

      2024

      OPERATING ACTIVITIES





      Net income (loss) for the period

      (55,021)

      (7,696)

      (39,942)

      29,322

      Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to cash flow from operations:





      Amortization of program rights

      136,385

      119,857

      259,289

      239,368

      Amortization of film investments

      1,892

      3,188

      4,581

      7,321

      Depreciation and amortization

      22,769

      29,850

      45,145

      60,168

      Deferred income tax recovery

      (1,764)

      (238)

      (1,595)

      (3,123)

      Write-off of intangible assets

      4,070

      —

      4,070

      —

      Gain on sale of assets

      (12)

      —

      (9,659)

      —

      Share-based compensation expense

      46

      164

      74

      411

      Imputed interest

      13,875

      11,189

      22,374

      23,421

      Debt refinancing

      —

      —

      4,377

      753

      Payment of program rights

      (143,316)

      (135,988)

      (254,724)

      (266,182)

      Net spend on film investments

      (4,670)

      (7,027)

      (10,450)

      (10,143)

      Other

      753

      53

      706

      (782)

      Cash flow from operations

      (24,993)

      13,352

      24,246

      80,534

      Net change in non-cash working capital balances related to operations

      73,275

      24,775

      6,013

      (18,649)

      Cash provided by operating activities

      48,282

      38,127

      30,259

      61,885

       

      INVESTING ACTIVITIES





      Additions to property, plant and equipment

      (2,066)

      (6,477)

      (4,012)

      (7,603)

      Proceeds from sale of property

      15

      931

      10,095

      2,224

      Net cash flows for intangibles, investments and other assets

      (214)

      281

      (474)

      (282)

      Cash provided by (used in) investing activities

      (2,265)

      (5,265)

      5,609

      (5,661)

       

      FINANCING ACTIVITIES





      Decrease in bank loans

      (33,822)

      (21,473)

      (11,565)

      (31,486)

      Financing fees

      —

      —

      (1,250)

      (619)

      Payment of lease liabilities

      (4,634)

      (4,514)

      (9,244)

      (8,951)

      Dividends paid to non-controlling interests

      (1,000)

      (3,705)

      (1,000)

      (7,670)

      Other

      (2,472)

      (999)

      (3,544)

      (2,156)

      Cash used in financing activities

      (41,928)

      (30,691)

      (26,603)

      (50,882)

      Net change in cash and cash equivalents during the period

      4,089

      2,171

      9,265

      5,342

      Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period

      87,598

      59,334

      82,422

      56,163

      Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period

      91,687

      61,505

      91,687

      61,505

      CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC.
      BUSINESS SEGMENT INFORMATION

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)





      Three months ended February 28, 2025






      Television

      Radio

      Corporate

      Consolidated

      Revenues

      251,808

      18,545

      —

      270,353

      Direct cost of sales, general and administrative expenses

      229,196

      17,106

      6,548

      252,850

      Segment profit (loss) (1)

      22,612

      1,439

      (6,548)

      17,503

      Depreciation and amortization




      22,769

      Interest expense




      30,984

      Restructuring and other costs




      12,606

      Other expense, net




      8,992

      Loss before income taxes




      (57,848)

      Three months ended February 29, 2024






      Television

      Radio

      Corporate

      Consolidated

      Revenues

      278,059

      21,478

      —

      299,537

      Direct cost of sales, general and administrative expenses

      219,156

      20,621

      7,015

      246,792

      Segment profit (loss) (1)

      58,903

      857

      (7,015)

      52,745

      Depreciation and amortization




      29,850

      Interest expense




      28,073

      Restructuring and other costs




      5,267

      Other expense, net




      253

      Loss before income taxes




      (10,698)

      Six months ended February 28, 2025






      Television

      Radio

      Corporate

      Consolidated

      Revenues

      555,437

      42,087

      —

      597,524

      Direct cost of sales, general and administrative expenses

      446,861

      36,781

      12,156

      495,798

      Segment profit (loss) (1)

      108,576

      5,306

      (12,156)

      101,726

      Depreciation and amortization




      45,145

      Interest expense




      56,118

      Debt refinancing




      4,377

      Restructuring and other costs




      29,115

      Other expense, net




      3,710

      Loss before income taxes




      (36,739)

      Six months ended February 29, 2024






      Television

      Radio

      Corporate

      Consolidated

      Revenues

      620,492

      48,949

      —

      669,441

      Direct cost of sales, general and administrative expenses

      439,831

      43,547

      12,469

      495,847

      Segment profit (loss) (1)

      180,661

      5,402

      (12,469)

      173,594

      Depreciation and amortization




      60,168

      Interest expense




      57,161

      Debt refinancing




      753

      Restructuring and other costs




      16,068

      Other income, net




      (317)

      Income before income taxes




      39,761

      (1) Segment profit (loss) does not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. For definitions and explanations, see discussion under the Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders.

      REVENUE BY TYPE   


      Three months ended

      Six months ended


      February 28,

      February 29,

      February 28,

      February 29,

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      2025

      2024

      2025

      2024

      Advertising

      146,882

      168,753

      345,786

      404,106

      Subscriber

      111,880

      117,285

      227,578

      235,535

      Distribution, production and other

      11,591

      13,499

      24,160

      29,800


      270,353

      299,537

      597,524

      669,441

      NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES


      Three months ended


      Six months ended


      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars, except percentages)

      February 28,

      February 29,

      %

      February 28,

      February 29,

      %

      New platform revenue

      2025

      2024

      Change

      2025

      2024

      Change

      New platform revenue (numerator)

      30,456

      32,813

      (7 %)

      65,224

      70,883

      (8 %)

       

      Television advertising revenue

      129,539

      148,979

      (13 %)

      306,228

      358,275

      (15 %)

      Television subscriber revenue

      111,880

      117,285

      (5 %)

      227,578

      235,535

      (3 %)

      Total Television advertising and subscriber revenue (denominator)

      241,419

      266,264

      (9 %)

      533,806

      593,810

      (10 %)

      New platform revenue percentage

      13 %

      12 %


      12 %

      12 %



      Three months ended

      Six months ended

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)

      February 28,

      February 29,

      February 28,

      February 29,

      Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Shareholders

      2025

      2024

      2025

      2024

      Net income (loss) attributable to shareholders

      (55,880)

      (9,780)

      (43,972)

      22,931

      Adjustments, net of income tax:





      Debt refinancing

      —

      —

      3,223

      555

      Restructuring and other costs

      10,162

      3,836

      23,403

      11,817

      Write-off of intangible assets

      2,991

      —

      2,991

      —

      Adjusted net income (loss) attributable to shareholders

      (42,727)

      (5,944)

      (14,355)

      35,303

      Basic earnings (loss) per share

      ($0.28)

      ($0.05)

      ($0.22)

      $0.12

      Adjustments, net of income tax:





      Debt refinancing

      —

      —

      $0.02

      —

      Restructuring and other costs

      $0.05

      $0.02

      $0.11

      $0.06

      Write-off of intangible assets

      $0.02

      —

      $0.02

      —

      Adjusted basic earnings (loss) per share

      ($0.21)

      ($0.03)

      ($0.07)

      $0.18


      Three months ended

      Six months ended

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      February 28,

      February 29,

      February 28,

      February 29,

      Free Cash Flow

      2025

      2024

      2025

      2024

      Cash provided by (used in):





      Operating activities

      48,282

      38,127

      30,259

      61,885

      Investing activities

      (2,265)

      (5,265)

      5,609

      (5,661)

       

      Add: cash used in business acquisitions and strategic investments (1)

      46,017

      32,862

      35,868

      56,224

      —

      —

      —

      346

      Free cash flow

      46,017

      32,862

      35,868

      56,570

      (1) Strategic investments are comprised of investments in venture funds and associated companies.

      (unaudited - in thousands of Canadian dollars)

      As at February 28,

      As at August 31,

      Net Debt and Net Debt to Segment Profit

      2025

      2024

      Total debt, net of unamortized financing fees and prepayment options

      1,046,390

      1,052,834

      Lease liabilities

      110,777

      116,834

      Cash and cash equivalents

      (91,687)

      (82,422)

      Net debt (numerator)

      1,065,480

      1,087,246

      Segment profit (denominator) (1)

      211,561

      283,429

      Net debt to segment profit

      5.04

      3.84

      (1) Reflects aggregate amounts for the most recent four quarters, as detailed in the table in the Quarterly Consolidated Financial Information section of the Second Quarter 2025 Report to Shareholders.

      SOURCE Corus Entertainment Inc (IR Group)

      Investor inquiries: Heidi Kucher, Director, Investor Relations, Corus Entertainment Inc., [email protected]; Media inquiries: Melissa Eckersley, Head of Corporate Communications & Relations, Corus Entertainment Inc., [email protected]

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