The spin-off establishes VERSANT as an industry-changing independent media company uniquely positioned to accelerate transformation
The company begins its journey as a public company with a strong balance sheet and clear capital priorities
Shares begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol VSNT
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) today announced the completion of its spin-off from Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA). VERSANT will commence trading today on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol VSNT.
VERSANT is an industry-changing media and entertainment business that operates in four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf and athletics participation and sports and genre entertainment.
The company serves these markets primarily through a portfolio of iconic brands across TV networks and complementary digital businesses, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine.
“Today marks a defining moment as VERSANT becomes an independent, publicly traded media company,” said Mark Lazarus, Chief Executive Officer. “As a standalone company, we enter the market with the scale, strategy and leadership to grow and evolve our business model.”
VERSANT begins its journey as a standalone public company with scale, strong margins, a well-capitalized balance sheet and substantial cash flow generation, which are expected to sponsor growth and enhance the company’s competitive position.
“This milestone reflects the financial strength and readiness of VERSANT as a standalone public company,” said Anand Kini, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. “With a strong balance sheet, substantial cash flow, and clear capital allocation framework, we are well positioned to execute with discipline to drive long-term value.”
The spin-off was completed through a pro rata distribution of 100% of the outstanding shares of Versant Class A and Class B common stock to holders of Comcast Class A and Class B common stock, respectively, at a ratio of one share of Versant common stock for every 25 shares of Comcast common stock held as of the December 16, 2025 record date, with the distribution completed after the close of trading on January 2, 2026.
Additional information about VERSANT, including filings related to the separation, is available on the company’s investor relations website at www.VersantMedia.com.
About VERSANT
VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf and athletics participation and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Visit www.VersantMedia.com for more information.
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Contacts
Investor Contacts:
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Media Contacts:
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