Emmis Communications Corp. (EMMS) Announces Financial Results of 3rd Quarter
Today before the opening bell, Emmis Communications Corp. reported its third fiscal quarter results ended November 30, 2008. For the quarter, net revenue was $85.1 million, compared to $90.6 million for the same quarter of 2007. Diluted net income per common share from continuing operations was ($3.45), compared to ($0.21) for the same quarter of the prior year. Without a non-cash impairment charge of $3.51 per share, the company’s diluted net income per common share from continuing operations would have been $0.06. Following the announcement of the financial results, Emmis’ stock rose over 46% in morning trading hours. Emmis Chairman…