The E.W. Scripps Company
SSPThe E.W. Scripps Company is a media and entertainment conglomerate that operates television stations, digital media brands, and local news outlets. Founded in 1878, the company has a long history of delivering news, information, and entertainment across various platforms, primarily focusing on local broadcasting, national television, and digital content. Its operations include owning and operating a portfolio of broadcast television stations and digital properties that serve diverse communities.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 24, 2020 | $0.05 | 2020-12-14 | 2020-12-15 |
| September 25, 2020 | $0.05 | 2020-09-14 | 2020-09-15 |
| June 25, 2020 | $0.05 | 2020-06-12 | 2020-06-15 |
| March 25, 2020 | $0.05 | 2020-03-13 | 2020-03-16 |
| December 24, 2019 | $0.05 | 2019-12-12 | 2019-12-13 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: The E.W. Scripps Company has rewarded shareholders with 14 dividend payments over the past 12 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held SSP shares during this period received a total of $1.78 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.05/share was paid 2032 days ago, on December 24, 2020.
- Yield & Schedule: SSP currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 6.45%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2008, the dividend payout has decreased by 66.7%, from $0.15 to $0.05.
- Dividend Reliability: SSP has maintained or increased its dividend for 12 consecutive payments.
Company News
The E.W. Scripps Company has finalized a retransmission consent agreement with DIRECTV after a five-week blackout, restoring service to DIRECTV subscribers across over 40 markets. This represents the completion of Scripps' three largest cable and satellite distribution renewals for 2026, covering the majority of the company's pay-TV subscriber ho...
The E.W. Scripps Company is launching extensive coverage for America's 250th anniversary in July 2026, featuring a 60-minute special hosted by Alisyn Camerota on July 4th. The company will distribute $75,000 in grants to five nonprofit organizations through the Scripps Howard Fund. Coverage will include local and national storytelling across Scri...
14-year-old Shrey Parikh from Rancho Cucamonga, California won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling 32 of 35 words in 90 seconds, setting a new spell-off record. Parikh defeated Ishaan Gupta in the final round at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., earning a $50,000 prize and various additional rewards from sponsors.
The Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports announced a multi-year media rights agreement beginning with the 2026-27 NHL season. Scripps will broadcast all local preseason, regular season, and first-round playoff games on WNPX-TV (rebranded as 'The Spot – Nashville 28'), along with pre- and post-game shows. The agreement includes a direct-to-con...
The E.W. Scripps Company launched Scripps Sports Network (SSN), a free ad-supported streaming channel debuting March 24, 2026, featuring 100+ live games including PWHL, NWSL, and MLB Volleyball, plus 100+ hours of WNBA content and original programming. State Farm signed on as founding advertising partner. The network will be available across majo...
