TKO ended 2025 on a strong note, enabling the sports entertainment powerhouse to meet the high end of its full-year financial guidance given to Wall Street last year.
For the full year 2025, TKO had sales of $4.73 billion and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization of $1.58 billion. This was significantly higher than the $4.72 billion in sales that TKO had projected earlier this year as the upper end of its guidance. EBITDA was $1.585 billion, up one tick from guidance of $1.58 billion.
UFC and WWE had fourth quarter profits of $1 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $281.2 million, both metrics increased from the fourth quarter of 2024.
In March, TKO plans to begin an additional $1 billion share buyback program, after purchasing an equal amount in 2025. More than 60% of TKO’s shares are held by Silver Lake and Endeavor’s controlling shareholders.
“TKO’s performance in 2025 reflects meaningful momentum in both the UFC and WWE,” said Ariel Emmanuel.
TKO Representative Director, Chairman and CEO. “After completing the second year of activities since the formation of TKO,
We have long-term media rights agreements in place and the overall operational strength of the business is very strong, so we are in a very good position. We begin the next phase of our capital return program and our
A commitment to delivering long-term, sustainable value to our shareholders. ”
TKO’s results were supported by demand for UFC and WWE content from the media, as well as sponsorship, event ticket and merchandise sales. Heads of both MMA and professional wrestling leagues attend live events and enjoy the kind of rabid fandom that thrives in online communities and the digital ecosystem of the creator economy. TKO is also expanding into sweet science through an agreement with Zuffa Boxing.
“2025 was a landmark year, highlighting the durability of our premium IP through record-breaking live performances.
events and innovative global partnerships,” said Mark Shapiro, TKO President and Chief Operating Officer.
The successful launch of Zuffa Boxing last month sets the stage for further long-term value creation. With increasing revenues, expanding margins, and a growing global fan base, TKO is delivering high-quality services.
An execution story with multiple means to outperform. ”
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