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Versant renews multi-year distribution deal with Verizon

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:20:33 -0400

Versant (Nasdaq: VSNT) has reached a multi-year renewal of its distribution agreement with Verizon, the company announced. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The agreement will keep Versant's portfolio of channels, including USA Network, MS NOW, CNBC, Oxygen True Crime, Golf Channel, E!, and SYFY, available to Verizon customers.

Versant said the completed renewal means the company has now renewed all distribution partnerships that were set to expire in 2026.

"Verizon is a valued distribution partner, and this long-term renewal reflects the clear value our portfolio delivers to distributors and audiences," said Dave Pietrycha, Chief Revenue and Business Officer at Versant.

Matt Coakley, SVP Consumer

Versant renews multi-year distribution deal with Verizon

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:20:33 -0400

Versant (Nasdaq: VSNT) has reached a multi-year renewal of its distribution agreement with Verizon, the company announced. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The agreement will keep Versant's portfolio of channels, including USA Network, MS NOW, CNBC, Oxygen True Crime, Golf Channel, E!, and SYFY, available to Verizon customers.

Versant said the completed renewal means the company has now renewed all distribution partnerships that were set to expire in 2026.

Matt Coakley, SVP Consumer

Versant Reaches Multi-Year Distribution Renewal Agreement With Verizon

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:20:00 -0400

Long-term agreement extends Versant’s distribution partnership with Verizon across its leading news, sports and entertainment portfolio

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Versant (Nasdaq: VSNT) today announced it has reached a multi-year renewal of their distribution agreement with Verizon. The long-term agreement will continue to make Versant’s portfolio of iconic brands, including USA Network, MS NOW, CNBC, Oxygen True Crime, Golf Channel, E!, and SYFY available to Verizon customers.

With the completion of the Verizon agreement, Versant has successfully renewed all distribution partnerships expiring in 2026.

“Verizon is a valued distribution partner, and this long-term renewal reflects the clear value our portfolio

Versant Reaches Multi-Year Distribution Renewal Agreement With Verizon

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:20:00 -0400

Long-term agreement extends Versant’s distribution partnership with Verizon across its leading news, sports and entertainment portfolio

With the completion of the Verizon agreement, Versant has successfully renewed all distribution partnerships expiring in 2026.

“Verizon is a valued distribution partner, and this long-term renewal reflects the clear value our portfolio

CNN, MS Now Say They Were Granted Access To White House - Bloomberg

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:10:26 -0400

CNN, MS Now Say They Were Granted Access To White House - Bloomberg

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:10:26 -0400

CNN, MS Now Say They Were Granted Access To White House - Bloomberg

Citi Starts Versant Media Group (VSNT) at Buy

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:44:04 -0400

Citi analyst Jason Bazinet initiates coverage on Versant Media Group (NASDAQ: VSNT) with a Buy rating and a price target of $41.00.

For an analyst ratings summary and ratings history on Versant Media Group click here. For more ratings news on Versant Media Group click here.

Shares of Versant Media Group closed at $33.04 yesterday.

Trump Claims White House Targets 'Fake News', Not Free Press

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:56:17 -0400

Trump: The White House is not instituting an assault on the Free Press, something which I cherish. It is instituting an assault on the FAKE NEWS, something that has grown like Cancer in our beloved United States of America. It is corrupt, purposeful, pervasive, fully coordinated, and totally out of control. It is a threat to our National Security, and must be stopped, NOW! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP

Trump Claims White House Targets 'Fake News', Not Free Press

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:56:17 -0400

MS NOW, CNN and Politico sue Trump over White House ban

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:44:41 -0400

Investing.com -- Three news organizations filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration on Monday after President Donald Trump announced plans to ban them from White House grounds. MS NOW, CNN and Politico said the action violates their First Amendment rights.

The outlets notified the government they were filing the lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Emergency hearings in the case could take place as soon as this week, according to CNN.

Versant Media shares fall after Trump bans MSNOW from White House

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:14:00 -0400

Investing.com -- Versant Media Group shares fell nearly 5% late in Friday's trading session after President Donald Trump announced he was banning MSNOW network, owned by the company, from the White House.

Trump made the announcement in a post on Truth Social on Friday, stating the ban was effective immediately. The ban also includes CNN and Politico.

"I am proud to announce that, effective immediately, I am banning Fake News CNN, MSNOW (who recently changed their name from MSNBC due to lack of viewership and credibility!), and Politico (The recipients of an illegal and ridiculous $8 Million Dollar subscription, an All Time

Trump bans CNN, MSNow and Politico

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:08:21 -0400

(Updated - September 18, 2026 3:08 PM EDT)

U.S. President Donald Trump in a post on Truth Social on Friday:

I am proud to announce that, effective immediately, I am banning Fake News CNN, MSNOW (who recently changed their name from MSNBC due to lack of viewership and credibility!), and Politico (The recipients of an illegal and ridiculous $8 Million Dollar subscription, an All Time Record, directly from the United States Government, under Crooked Joe Biden, in order to keep them “alive.” Seems like corruption to me!), from the White House as a result of their constant “reporting” FAKE NEWS! Media Outlets

Trump bans CNN, MSNow and Politico

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:08:21 -0400

(Updated - September 18, 2026 3:08 PM EDT)

U.S. President Donald Trump in a post on Truth Social on Friday:

Trump Bans CNN, MS Now, Politico From White House

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:08:14 -0400

Trump: I am proud to announce that, effective immediately, I am banning Fake News CNN, MSNOW (who recently changed their name from MSNBC due to lack of viewership and credibility!), and Politico (The recipients of an illegal and ridiculous $8 Million Dollar subscription, an All Time Record, directly from the United States Government, under Crooked Joe Biden, in order to keep them “alive.” Seems like corruption to me!), from the White House as a result of their constant “reporting” FAKE NEWS! Media Outlets shouldn’t be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES when they’re covering the President of

Trump Bans CNN, MS Now, Politico From White House

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:08:14 -0400

Versant Media Group (VSNT) PT Lowered to $43 at Goldman Sachs

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:20:02 -0400

Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng lowered the price target on Versant Media Group (NASDAQ: VSNT) to $43.00 (from $46.00) while maintaining a Neutral rating.

The analyst comments "We forecast VSNT 3Q26E EBITDA of $315 mn, in-line with Visible Alpha Consensus Data of $314 mn, and total revenue of $1.58 bn (v. consensus of $1.57 bn). Heading into 3Q26 earnings, VSNT will likely continue to face headwinds to linear distribution revenue, where we forecast $934 mn (down 6% y/y). We reduce our advertising revenue estimate to $376 mn (down 5% y/y and vs. $394 mn prior), driven by a seasonal slowdown and

Versant Media Group (VSNT) PT Lowered to $43 at Goldman Sachs

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:20:02 -0400

Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng lowered the price target on Versant Media Group (NASDAQ: VSNT) to $43.00 (from $46.00) while maintaining a Neutral rating.

FULL SWING INTRODUCES NEW CONNECTED APP-SIMULATOR EXPERIENCE, ENHANCED PERFORMANCE TRACKING, AND ADDITION OF VICTORY RANCH GOLF CLUB

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:08:00 -0400

New Integration Allows Golfers to Automatically Capture, Analyze, and Review Every Practice Session and Round from their Full Swing Simulator Experience Directly in the Full Swing App

Enhanced Performance Tracking Brings Driving Range Analytics, Club-by-Club Performance Trends Over Time, and Automatic Round Tracking to the App

Release Also Adds New Multiplayer Mode to Skill Strike and the Acclaimed Victory Ranch Golf Club to Full Swing's Course Lineup

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Swing, the leader in immersive golf simulation and performance technology and a new addition

FULL SWING INTRODUCES NEW CONNECTED APP-SIMULATOR EXPERIENCE, ENHANCED PERFORMANCE TRACKING, AND ADDITION OF VICTORY RANCH GOLF CLUB

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:08:00 -0400

New Integration Allows Golfers to Automatically Capture, Analyze, and Review Every Practice Session and Round from their Full Swing Simulator Experience Directly in the Full Swing App

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Swing, the leader in immersive golf simulation and performance technology and a new addition

Versant Media Group (VSNT) PT Raised to $39 at TD Cowen

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:56:31 -0400

TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz raised the price target on Versant Media Group (NASDAQ: VSNT) to $39.00 (from $35.00) while maintaining a Hold rating.

Form 10-Q Versant Media Group, For: Jun 30

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:09:00 -0400

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Form 8-K Versant Media Group, For: Aug 06

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:15:00 -0400

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Versant Corp. (VSNT) Reports Q2 EPS of $1.49 ; Offers Guidance

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:12:47 -0400

Versant Corp. (NASDAQ: VSNT) reported Q2 EPS of $1.49. Revenue for the quarter came in at $1.64 billion.

GUIDANCE:

Versant Corp. sees FY2026 revenue of $6.2-6.45 billion, versus the consensus of $6.41 billion.

For earnings history and earnings-related data on Versant Corp. (VSNT) click here.

Versant Corp. (VSNT) Reports Q2 EPS of $1.49 ; Offers Guidance

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:12:47 -0400

Versant Corp. (NASDAQ: VSNT) reported Q2 EPS of $1.49. Revenue for the quarter came in at $1.64 billion.

GUIDANCE:

Versant Corp. sees FY2026 revenue of $6.2-6.45 billion, versus the consensus of $6.41 billion.

For earnings history and earnings-related data on Versant Corp. (VSNT) click here.

Versant Media Reports Second Quarter 2026 Operating and Financial Results

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Revenue of $1.64 Billion
Net Income Attributable to Versant of $211 Million
Adjusted EBITDA of $624 Million1
Declared Third Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.375 Per Share
Completed $100 Million Accelerated Share Repurchase Transaction
Announced an Additional Planned $100 Million ASR in the Third Quarter of 2026

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Versant Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: VSNT) (the “Company”) today reported operating and financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The Company's results reflect continued operating momentum, the strong performance of Versant's leading brands and long-term growth initiatives.

"Versant's brands once again demonstrated strength, durability and scale, reaching more than 120 million viewers each