LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (Nasdaq: LEE) operates as a leading digital-first subscription and marketing services company delivering trusted local news and information across 72 mid-sized communities in 25 states. The company maintains its corporate presence at www.lee.net and serves as an indispensable media and… From the company’s description.
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What LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc does
In the company’s own words
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (Nasdaq: LEE) operates as a leading digital-first subscription and marketing services company delivering trusted local news and information across 72 mid-sized communities in 25 states. The company maintains its corporate presence at www.lee.net and serves as an indispensable media and marketing partner for the regions it covers.
The company's core business centers on three primary revenue streams: subscriptions, advertising and marketing services, and digital products. Subscription revenue, representing 46 percent of total revenue, encompasses both digital and print subscriptions supported by growing digital engagement. Advertising revenue, comprising 45 percent of revenue, is generated through comprehensive omni-channel marketing solutions including digital, print, programmatic, video, and social media campaigns. Additional revenue derives from commercial printing, distribution services, and SaaS content management solutions through BLOX Digital.
Lee's portfolio includes digital subscription platforms, daily and weekly newspapers, and specialized niche products accessible across digital and print formats. The company's flagship publications include the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Omaha World Herald, Buffalo News, Wisconsin State Journal, and Richmond Times-Dispatch, among others. The company maintains digital-only subscribers exceeding 633,000 and serves more than 20,000 local advertisers. Its Amplified Digital agency, a suite of AI-powered marketing solutions, surpassed $100 million in revenue during fiscal 2025.
As of September 28, 2025, Lee employed approximately 2,500 employees, including approximately 270 part-time workers, with roughly 250 full-time employees represented by unions. The company operates 14 print sites producing most of its daily publications, with three publications printed at third-party facilities.
Lee's strategy emphasizes hyper-local content leadership, exceptional digital experiences, and full-spectrum marketing solutions. The company has invested substantially in digital transformation, positioning itself to capture evolving consumer preferences while maintaining its traditional print operations. Total operating revenue for fiscal 2025 reached $562 million, with digital revenue comprising $298 million of that total.
Company details
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Publishing
- Headquarters
- DAVENPORT, IA
- Fiscal year end
- September
- CIK
- 58361
- SIC
- 2711
Financial performance, year by year
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Who owns LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc — and what changed
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