TKO Group Holdings reports 18% revenue growth to $1.5 billion in Q2 2026 despite $30 million loss on UFC White House card
TKO Group Holdings delivered a knockout for Wall Street by reporting $1.5 billion in revenue for the second quarter of 2026, an 18% increase year-over-year. The company, which owns the UFC and WWE, beat analyst estimates and raised its full-year guidance for 2026. While the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House resulted in a $30 million loss, the administration's backyard spectacle was considered a success by executives. TKO Group Holdings leveraged the event to secure 25 new marketing partners and generate over $1 billion in earned media value. UFC revenue rose 29% to $535.7 million, driven by a new Paramount broadcast deal and increased partnership fees. WWE revenue reached $620.9 million, while the IMG division saw gains from the FIFA World Cup. TKO Group Holdings executives expressed confidence in the company's multi-year growth trajectory and stated they do not intend to hold another event at the White House.