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Gray Media (NYSE: GTN) declares $0.08 quarterly cash dividend for shareholders

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Gray Media, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share on both its common stock and Class A common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 15, 2026.

Gray describes itself as a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, operating top-rated local television stations and digital assets in 120 full-power television markets, reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Quarterly dividend per share $0.08 per share Authorized by Board of Directors
Dividend payment date June 30, 2026 Payable date for declared cash dividend
Dividend record date June 15, 2026 Shareholders of record at close of business
Television markets served 120 full-power markets Gray’s local television station footprint
U.S. TV household reach Approximately 37% Share of U.S. television households reached
Telemundo affiliate markets 47 markets Largest Telemundo affiliate group owned by Gray
Markets with top-rated station 81 markets Markets where Gray owns top-rated station
Markets with first/second highest rated station 103 markets Based on Nielsen average all-day ratings in 2025
quarterly cash dividend financial
"authorized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
shareholders of record financial
"to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026"
Shareholders of record are the people officially listed as owners of a company's stock on a specific date. This matters because only these shareholders are entitled to receive dividends or vote at company meetings. It's like being on the official guest list for a party—you get to enjoy the perks and have a say.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This press release contains certain forward-looking statements"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
Risk Factors regulatory
"described in Gray’s quarterly and annual reports ... including in the “Risk Factors,”"
Risk factors are elements or conditions that could cause an investment's value to decrease or lead to potential losses. They are like warning signs or obstacles that can affect the success of an investment, making it uncertain or more unpredictable. Recognizing risk factors helps investors understand the possible challenges and make more informed decisions.
multimedia company financial
"We are a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia."
Telemundo Affiliate group financial
"We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets"
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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549
 
FORM 8-K
 
CURRENT REPORT
 
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 7, 2026 (May 7, 2026)
 
Gray Media, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
 
Georgia
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
 
001-13796
 
58-0285030
(Commission File Number)
 
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
 
 
4370 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, Georgia
 
30319
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
(Zip Code)
 
404-504-9828
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
 
Not Applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
 
 
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
 
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
 
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
 
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the act:
 
Title of each Class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A common stock (no par value)
GTN.A
New York Stock Exchange
common stock (no par value)
GTN
New York Stock Exchange
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
 
Emerging growth company
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
 
 

 
 
Item 8.01 Other Events.
 
On May 7, 2026, Gray Media, Inc. issued a press release announcing that its Board of Directors authorized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share of its common stock and Class A common stock. The dividend is payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026.
 
A copy of the press release announcing the dividend is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and incorporated herein by reference.
 
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
 
(d)     Exhibits
 
99.1
Press release issued by Gray Media, Inc. – Dividend, on May 7, 2026
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
 
 

 
 
SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
 
Gray Media, Inc.
 
     
May 7, 2026
By:  
/s/Jeffrey R. Gignac  
   
Name:  
Jeffrey R. Gignac
 
   
Title:  
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
 
 

Exhibit 99.1

 

 

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GRAY ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.08 PER SHARE

 

ATLANTA, May 7, 2026 -- Gray Media, Inc. (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share of its common stock and Class A common stock. The dividend is payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026.

 

About Gray Media:

 

We are a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 120 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 81 markets with the top-rated television station and 103 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across the 119 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

 

Forward-Looking Statements:

 

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that are based largely on Gray’s current expectations and reflect various estimates and assumptions by Gray. These statements are statements other than those of historical fact and may be identified by words such as “estimates”, “expect,” “anticipate,” “will,” “implied,” “assume” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results and achievements to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. Such risks, trends and uncertainties, which in some instances are beyond Gray’s control include Gray’s inability to provide expected future payment of dividends, and other future events. Gray is subject to additional risks and uncertainties described in Gray’s quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors,” and management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations sections contained therein, which reports are made publicly available via its website, www.graymedia.com. Any forward-looking statements in this communication should be evaluated in light of these important risk factors. This press release reflects management’s views as of the date hereof. Except to the extent required by applicable law, Gray undertakes no obligation to update or revise any information contained in this communication beyond the date hereof, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

 

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Gray Contacts:

 

Alan Gould, Vice President, Investor Relations, (404) 266-8333, alan.gould@graymedia.com

 

 

FAQ

What dividend did Gray Media (GTN) declare in this 8-K?

Gray Media declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share on its common and Class A common stock. This dividend reflects a regular cash return to shareholders based on the company’s current capital allocation decisions.

When is the record date and payment date for Gray Media (GTN) dividend?

The dividend is payable on June 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026. Investors holding shares on the record date will be eligible to receive the cash payment.

Which Gray Media (GTN) shares are eligible for the $0.08 dividend?

The $0.08 per share quarterly cash dividend applies to both Gray Media’s common stock and its Class A common stock. Holders of either class on the record date will receive the announced dividend payment.

How large is Gray Media’s broadcast footprint described in this filing?

Gray Media reports serving 120 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes many top-rated local stations and a large Telemundo affiliate group.

What other media assets does Gray Media (GTN) highlight?

Gray highlights ownership of video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios, alongside its television and digital operations.

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