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iHeartMedia Faces $1 Billion Loss Despite Revenue Rise

3/2/2025

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iHeartMedia reported a $1 billion net loss in 2024, despite a 3% revenue increase to $3.9 billion.
The company incurred $923 million in non-cash impairment charges and a $1.1 billion loss in 2023.
Digital Audio Group revenue rose by 9%, while the Multiplatform Group experienced a 3% decline.
A debt exchange reduced net debt to $4.5 billion, marking a historic low.
iHeartMedia expects a tough advertising environment in early 2025, predicting low single-digit revenue decline.

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iHeartMedia reported a $1 billion net loss in 2024, despite a 3% revenue increase to $3.9 billion.
The company incurred $923 million in non-cash impairment charges and a $1.1 billion loss in 2023.
Digital Audio Group revenue rose by 9%, while the Multiplatform Group experienced a 3% decline.
A debt exchange reduced net debt to $4.5 billion, marking a historic low.
iHeartMedia expects a tough advertising environment in early 2025, predicting low single-digit revenue decline.