Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, Recently Issued and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards (Policies)	12 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2026
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation	Basis of Presentation: Our Consolidated Financial Statements include all the accounts of the Company and our subsidiaries. We have eliminated all intercompany transactions and balances in consolidation. All amounts are presented in United States (US) dollars, unless otherwise specified. All amounts are in thousands, except per share amounts, and are approximate due to rounding.
Reclassifications	Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation, including the recast of prior period geographic revenue information resulting from a change in our method of attributing revenue by geography. See Note 20, “Segment Information,” for additional information.
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates: The preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (US GAAP) requires our management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, and revenue and expenses during the reporting period. These estimates include, among other items, sales return reserves, allocation of acquisition purchase price to assets acquired and liabilities assumed, assets and liabilities held-for-sale, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, intangible assets with definite lives and other long-lived assets, and retirement plans. We review these estimates and assumptions periodically using historical experience and other factors and reflect the effects of any revisions on the Consolidated Financial Statements in the period we determine any revisions to be necessary. Actual results could differ from those estimates, which could affect the reported results.
Book Overdrafts	Book Overdrafts: Under our cash management system, a book overdraft balance exists for our primary disbursement accounts. This overdraft represents uncleared checks in excess of cash balances in individual bank accounts. Our funds are transferred from other existing bank account balances or from lines of credit as needed to fund checks presented for payment.
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition: Revenue from contracts with customers is recognized using a five-step model consisting of the following: (1) identify the contract with a customer, (2) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (3) determine the transaction price, (4) allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract based on its stand-alone selling price. We use an observable price to determine the stand-alone selling price for separate performance obligations if available or, when not available, an estimate that maximizes the use of observable inputs and faithfully depicts the selling price of the promised goods or services if we sold those goods or services separately to a similar customer in similar circumstances. Suitable methods for estimating the stand-alone selling price include adjusted market assessment approach, expected cost plus a margin approach, and the residual approach. Any contract discount within the agreement is allocated across all performance obligations unless observable evidence exists that the discount relates to a specific performance obligation or obligations in the contract, and (5) recognize revenue when (or as) we satisfy a performance obligation. Performance obligations are satisfied when we transfer control of a good or service to a customer, which can occur over time or at a point in time. The amount of revenue recognized is based on the consideration to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services, including the expected value of variable consideration. The customer’s ability and intent to pay the transaction price is assessed in determining whether a contract exists with the customer. If collectability of substantially all the consideration in a contract is not probable, consideration received is not recognized as revenue unless the consideration is nonrefundable, and we no longer have an obligation to transfer additional goods or services to the customer, or collectability becomes probable.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents consist of highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less at the time of purchase and are stated at cost, which approximates market value, because of the short-term maturity of the instruments.
Allowance for Credit Losses	Allowance for Credit Losses: We are exposed to credit losses through our accounts receivable with customers. Accounts receivable, net, is stated at amortized cost net of provision for credit losses. Our methodology to measure the provision for credit losses requires an estimation of loss rates based upon historical loss experience adjusted for factors that are relevant to determining the expected collectability of accounts receivable, such as, delinquency trends, aging behavior of receivables, credit and liquidity indicators for industry groups, customer classes or individual customers, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of the economic and geopolitical conditions that may exist through the contractual life of the asset. Our provision for credit losses is reviewed and revised periodically. Our accounts receivable is evaluated on a pool basis that is based on customer groups with similar risk characteristics. This includes consideration of the following factors to develop these pools: size of the customer, industry, geographical location, historical risk, and types of services or products sold. We write off receivables only when deemed no longer collectible. We are also exposed to potential credit losses through our notes receivable issued in connection with our divestitures.
Sales Return Reserves	Sales Return Reserves: The process that we use to determine our sales returns and the related reserve provision charged against revenue is based on applying an estimated return rate to current year returnable print book sales. This rate is based upon an analysis of actual historical return experience in the various markets and geographic regions in which we do business. We collect, maintain, and analyze significant amounts of sales returns data for large volumes of homogeneous transactions. This allows us to make reasonable estimates of the amount of future returns. All available data is utilized to identify the returns by market and to which fiscal year the sales returns apply. This enables management to track the returns in detail and identify and react to trends occurring in the marketplace, with the objective of being able to make the most informed judgments possible in setting reserve rates. Associated with the estimated sales return reserves, we also include a related increase to inventory and a reduction to accrued royalties as a result of the expected returns.
Inventories	Inventories: Inventories are carried at the lower of cost or net realizable value. US book inventories aggregating $8.3 million and $10.9 million at April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, are valued using the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. All other inventories are valued using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.
Product Development Assets	Product Development Assets: Product development assets consist of book composition costs and other product development costs and are included in Other non-current assets on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. Costs associated with developing a book for publication are expensed until the product is determined to be commercially viable. Book composition costs represent the costs incurred to bring an edited commercial manuscript to publication, which include typesetting, proofreading, design, illustration costs, and digital formatting. Book composition costs are capitalized and are generally amortized on a double-declining basis over their estimated useful lives, ranging from 1 to 3 years. Other product development costs represent the costs incurred in developing software, platforms, and digital content to be sold and licensed to third parties. Other product development costs are capitalized and amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. As of April 30, 2026, the weighted average estimated useful life of other product development costs was approximately 3 years.
Royalty Advances	Royalty Advances: Royalty advances are capitalized in Other non-current assets on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position and, upon publication, are expensed as royalties earned based on sales of the published works. Royalty advances are reviewed for recoverability, and a reserve for loss is maintained, if appropriate.
Technology, Property, and Equipment	Technology, Property, and Equipment: Technology, property, and equipment is recorded at cost, except for property and equipment that have been impaired, for which we reduce the carrying amount to the estimated fair value at the impairment date. Major renewals and improvements are capitalized, while maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred. Technology, property, and equipment is depreciated using the straight-line method based upon the following estimated useful lives: Computer Software – 3 to 10 years; Computer Hardware – 3 to 5 years; Buildings and Leasehold Improvements – the lesser of the estimated useful life of the asset up to 40 years or the duration of the lease; Furniture, Fixtures, and Warehouse Equipment – 5 to 10 years. Costs incurred for computer software internally developed or obtained for internal use are capitalized during the application development stage and expensed as incurred during the preliminary project and post-implementation stages. Costs incurred during the application development stage include costs of materials, services, payroll, and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with the software project. Maintenance, training, and upgrade costs that do not result in additional functionality are expensed as incurred.
Cloud Computing Arrangements	Cloud Computing Arrangements: We incur costs to implement cloud computing arrangements that are hosted by third parties. Costs incurred during the application development stage are capitalized if they consist of internal and external costs directly attributable to developing and configuring the cloud computing software for its intended use. Once a project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use, such costs are amortized using the straight-line method over the term of the cloud computing arrangement in Operating and administrative expenses on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss).
Allocation of Acquisition Purchase Price to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed	Allocation of Acquisition Purchase Price to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed: In connection with acquisitions, we allocate the cost of the acquisition to the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed based on the estimates of fair value for such items, including intangible assets and technology acquired. The excess of the purchase consideration over the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed is recorded as goodwill. The determination of the acquisition-date fair value of the assets acquired, and liabilities assumed, requires us to make significant estimates and assumptions, such as forecasted revenue growth rates and operating cash flows, royalty rates, customer attrition rates, obsolescence rates of developed technology, and discount rates. We may use a third-party valuation consultant to assist in the determination of such estimates.
Goodwill and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets	Goodwill and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets: Goodwill represents the excess of the aggregate of the following: (1) consideration transferred, (2) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, and (3) if the business combination is achieved in stages, the acquisition-date fair value of our previously held equity interest in the acquiree over the net of the acquisition-date amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. Indefinite-lived intangible assets primarily consist of brands and trademarks, and publishing rights, and are typically characterized by intellectual property with a long and well-established revenue stream resulting from strong and well-established imprint/brand recognition in the market. We use the acquisition method of accounting for all business combinations and do not amortize goodwill or intangible assets with indefinite useful lives. Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are tested for possible impairment annually during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired.
Intangible Assets with Definite Lives and Other Long-Lived Assets	Intangible Assets with Definite Lives and Other Long-Lived Assets: Definite-lived intangible assets principally consist of content and publishing rights, customer relationships, developed technology, brands and trademarks, and covenants not to compete agreements, and are amortized over their estimated useful lives. The most significant factors in determining the estimated lives of these intangibles are the history and longevity, combined with the strength and pattern of projected cash flows. Intangible assets with definite lives as of April 30, 2026 are amortized on a straight-line basis over the following weighted average estimated useful lives: content and publishing rights – 26 years, customer relationships – 16 years, developed technology – 8 years, and brands and trademarks – 17 years. Assets with definite lives are evaluated for indicators of impairment upon a significant change in the operating or macroeconomic environment. When indicators of impairment are present, we test definite lived and long-lived assets for recoverability by comparing the carrying value of an asset group to an estimate of the future undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset group. In these circumstances, if an evaluation of the projected undiscounted cash flows indicates impairment, the asset is written down to its estimated fair value based on the discounted future cash flows.
Leases	Leases: We have operating leases with contractual obligations as a lessee with respect to offices, warehouses and distribution centers, automobiles, and office equipment. We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception of the contract in accordance with guidance detailed in the lease standard and we perform the lease classification test as of the lease commencement date. Right-of-use (ROU) assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The present value of the lease payments is calculated using an incremental borrowing rate, which was determined based on the rate of interest that we would have to pay to borrow an amount equal to the lease payments on a collateralized basis over a similar term. We use an unsecured borrowing rate and risk-adjust that rate to approximate a collateralized rate. We recognize operating lease expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease payments may be fixed or variable. Only lease payments that are fixed, in-substance fixed or depend on a rate or index are included in determining the lease liability. Variable lease payments include payments made to the lessor for taxes, insurance and maintenance of the leased asset and are recognized as operating costs as incurred. We apply certain practical expedients allowed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 842, “Leases.” Leases that are more than one year in duration are capitalized and recorded on our Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are recognized as short term lease operating costs on a straight-line basis over the term. We have also elected to account for the lease and non-lease components as a single component. Some of our leases offer an option to extend the term of such leases. We utilize the reasonably certain threshold criteria in determining which options we will exercise.
Employee Benefit Plans	Employee Benefit Plans: We provide various defined benefit plans to our employees. We use actuarial assumptions to calculate pension and benefit costs as well as pension assets and liabilities included in the consolidated financial statements. See Note 17, “Retirement Plans” for further details of our policy.
Income Taxes	Income Taxes: Income taxes are recorded using the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred income taxes are recognized for temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. Deferred taxes are measured using rates the Company expects to apply to taxable income in years in which those temporary differences are expected to reverse. The financial effect of changes in tax laws or rates is accounted for in the period of enactment. Future tax benefits are recognized to the extent that the realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Valuation allowances are established when management determines that it is more likely than not that some or all of a deferred tax asset will not be realized. From time to time, the Company engages in transactions in which the tax consequences may be subject to uncertainty. Judgment is required in assessing and estimating the tax consequences of these transactions. The Company prepares and files tax returns based on its interpretation of tax laws and regulations. In the normal course of business, the Company’s tax returns are subject to examination by various taxing authorities. Such examinations may result in future tax and interest assessments by these taxing authorities. In determining the Company’s tax provision for financial reporting purposes, the Company establishes a reserve for uncertain tax positions, unless such positions are determined to be more likely than not of being sustained upon examination based on their technical merits, including the resolution of any appeals or litigation processes. The Company includes interest and, where appropriate, penalties as a component of income tax expense. There is judgment involved in determining whether positions taken on the Company’s tax returns are more likely than not of being sustained, which involve the use of estimates and assumptions with respect to the potential outcome of positions taken on tax returns that may be reviewed by tax authorities.
Derivative Financial Instruments	Derivative Financial Instruments: From time to time, we enter into foreign exchange forward and interest rate swap contracts as a hedge against foreign currency asset and liability commitments, changes in interest rates, and anticipated transaction exposures, including intercompany purchases. All derivatives are recognized as assets or liabilities and measured at fair value. Derivatives that are not determined to be effective hedges are adjusted to fair value with a corresponding adjustment to earnings. We do not use financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. Derivative instruments that are designated as cash flow hedges have changes in their fair value recorded initially within Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. As interest expense is recognized based on the variable rate loan agreements, the corresponding deferred gain or loss on the interest rate swaps is reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss to Interest Expense on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss). The interest settlement payments associated with the interest rate swap agreements are classified as cash flows from operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. For derivative instruments executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement, we do not offset fair value amounts of interest rate swaps in liability positions with the ones in asset positions in the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position.
Foreign Currency Gains/Losses	Foreign Currency Gains/Losses: We maintain operations in many non-US locations. Assets and liabilities are translated into US dollars using end-of-period exchange rates and revenues, and expenses are translated into US dollars using weighted average rates. Our significant investments in non-US businesses are exposed to foreign currency risk. Foreign currency translation adjustments are reported as a separate component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss within Shareholders’ Equity. Foreign currency transaction gains or losses are recognized on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) as incurred.
Stock-Based Compensation	Stock-Based Compensation: We recognize stock-based compensation expense based on the fair value of the stock-based awards on the grant date, reduced by an estimate for future forfeited awards. As such, stock-based compensation expense is only recognized for those awards that are expected to ultimately vest. The fair value of stock-based awards is recognized in net income generally on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period. Stock-based compensation expense associated with performance-based stock awards is based on actual financial results for targets established up to three years in advance, or less. The cumulative effect on current and prior periods of a change in the estimated number of performance share awards, or estimated forfeiture rate, is recognized as an adjustment to earnings in the period of the revision. Judgment was also required in estimating the number of stock-based awards that may be forfeited. If actual results differ significantly from estimates, our stock-based compensation expense and Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) could be impacted. We accelerate expense on performance-based awards using a graded vesting schedule for employees who meet retirement eligibility requirements prior to the end of the award’s service period. The grant date fair value for stock options is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. The determination of the assumptions used in the Black-Scholes model include the expected life of an option, the expected volatility of our common stock over the estimated life of the option, a risk-free interest rate, and the expected dividend yield.
Fair Value Measurement	Fair Value Measurement: The carrying value of financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value is measured on a recurring or nonrecurring basis. Financial assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis are those that are adjusted to fair value at the end of every reporting period. Financial assets and liabilities measured on a non-recurring basis are those that are adjusted to fair value when a significant event occurs. In accordance with FASB ASC 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” (ASC Topic 820), assets and liabilities subject to fair value measurement disclosures are classified according to the three-level fair value hierarchy with respect to the inputs used to determine fair value. The level in which an asset or liability is disclosed within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the related fair value measurement in its entirety. The levels of input are defined as follows: •Level 1: Quoted prices unadjusted for identical assets or liabilities in an active market. •Level 2: Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in an active market, quoted prices for identical similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, inputs other than quoted prices that are observable and market-corroborated inputs which are derived principally from or corroborated by observable market data. •Level 3: Unobservable inputs that reflect the entity’s own assumptions which market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards and Recently Issued Accounting Standards	Recently Adopted Accounting Standards Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures In December 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740) - Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures.” This ASU enhances the transparency and comparability of income tax disclosures by requiring consistent categories and greater disaggregation of information related to income tax rate reconciliations and the jurisdictions in which income taxes are paid. A public entity should apply the amendments in this ASU on a prospective basis with the option to apply the standard retrospectively. We elected to adopt ASU 2023-09 on a prospective basis for the year ended April 30, 2026. See Note 13, “Income Taxes” for further details. The adoption expanded our disclosures but did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. Recently Issued Accounting Standards Codification Improvements In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-12 “Codification Improvements,” to make various technical corrections, clarifications, and other minor improvements to existing US GAAP. The amendments are intended to improve the clarity and consistency of existing guidance and are not expected to significantly change current accounting practice. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2027 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We are required to apply the amendments to ASC Topic 260, “Earnings Per Share” retrospectively. All other amendments may be applied prospectively or retrospectively. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements. Interim Reporting Narrow-Scope Improvements In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-11 “Interim Reporting (Topic 270): Narrow-Scope Improvements” to amend the guidance in “Interim Reporting” (Topic 270). This ASU provides clarifications intended to improve the consistency and usability of interim disclosure requirements, including a comprehensive listing of required interim disclosures and a new disclosure principle for reporting material events occurring after the most recent annual period. The amendments do not change the underlying objectives of interim reporting but are designed to enhance clarity in application. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2028 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We may elect to apply the ASU using a prospective or retrospective transition method. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements. Hedge Accounting Improvements In November 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-09, “Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Hedge Accounting Improvements.” This ASU makes targeted amendments to expand the application of hedge accounting to a greater number of highly effective economic hedges in five areas: i) similar risk assessment for cash flow hedges; ii) hedging forecasted interest payments on choose-your-rate debt instruments; iii) cash flow hedges of nonfinancial forecasted transactions; iv) net written options as hedging instruments; and v) foreign-currency-denominated debt instrument as hedging instrument and hedged item (dual hedge). The ASU is intended to better reflect the economics of risk management activities and to reduce complexity in applying hedge accounting. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2027 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. This ASU is applied prospectively for all hedging relationships as of the date of adoption. The impact will be based on future economic hedges after we adopt the standard. Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-06, “Intangibles—Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software.” This ASU removes the references to software development stages and requires capitalization of software costs when management has committed to the software project and it is probable that the software will be completed and perform its intended use. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2028 and interim reporting periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We may elect to apply the ASU using a prospective, modified based on the status of the project and whether software costs were capitalized before the date of adoption, or retrospective transition method. We are currently evaluating the impact this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements. Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05, “Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326), Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets.” In developing reasonable and supportable forecasts as part of estimating expected credit losses on current accounts receivable and/or current contract assets, we may elect a practical expedient in accordance with this new ASU that assumes that current conditions as of the balance sheet date do not change for the remaining life of the asset. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2026 and interim periods within the fiscal year. This ASU is applied prospectively if the practical expedient is elected. We have elected to adopt the practical expedient effective May 1, 2026. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, “Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40), Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses.” In January 2025, the FASB clarified the effective date of this guidance with the issuance of ASU 2025-01, “Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Clarifying the Effective Date.” This ASU requires disclosure about specific types of expenses included in expense captions, including purchases of inventory, employee compensation, depreciation, amortization, and depletion. This ASU is effective for our annual disclosures starting fiscal year 2028 and interim periods starting in fiscal year 2029. Early adoption is permitted. A public entity should apply the amendments in this ASU on a prospective basis with the option to apply the standard retrospectively. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements.
Revenue	Research Total Research revenue was $1,129.9 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Research products are sold and distributed globally through multiple channels. The majority of revenue generated from Research products is recognized over time. We disaggregated revenue by Research Publishing and Research Solutions to reflect the different types of products and services provided. Research Publishing Products Research Publishing products provide scientific, technical, medical, and scholarly journals, as well as related content and services, to academic, corporate, and government libraries, learned societies, and individual researchers and other professionals. Research Publishing revenue was $965.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026, and the majority is recognized over time. In the year ended April 30, 2026, Research Publishing products generated approximately 88% of its revenue from contracts with its customers from Journal Subscriptions (pay to read) and Transformational Agreements (read and publish) under multiyear arrangements, and Open Access (pay to publish). The remaining revenue is from Licensing and ancillary products. Journal Subscriptions and Transformational Models Journal Subscription contracts are negotiated by us directly with customers or their subscription agents. Subscription periods typically cover calendar years. In a typical Journal Subscription sale, there is a written agreement between us and our customer that covers multiple years. However, we typically account for these agreements as one-year contracts because our enforceable rights under the agreements are subject to an annual confirmation and negotiation process with the customer. In Journal Subscriptions, there are generally two performance obligations: a functional intellectual property license with a stand-ready obligation to provide access to new content for one year, which includes online hosting of the content (collectively referred to as Read) which is recognized over time, and a functional intellectual property perpetual license for access to historical journal content (Perpetual License) which is recognized at the point in time when access to the historical content is initially granted. The transaction price consists of fixed consideration. Journal Subscription revenue is generally collected in advance when the annual license is granted. The total transaction price is allocated to each performance obligation based on its relative stand-alone selling price. We allocate revenue to the stand-ready obligation to provide access to new content for one year based on its observable stand-alone selling price to provide the right of access to additional intellectual property. The allocation of revenue to the perpetual licenses for access to historical journal content is done using the expected cost plus a margin approach, as applicable. Transformational Agreements (read and publish) blend Journal Subscription and Open Access offerings. Generally, for a single fee, a national or regional consortium of libraries pays for and receives full read access to our journal portfolio and the ability to publish under an open access arrangement. Transformational Agreements include multiple performance obligations and depending upon the model, can include a combination of Read which is recognized over time; a Perpetual License which is recognized at a point in time; and a publishing right that allows for articles to be published in hybrid and/or gold open access journals, which is recognized point in time or over time depending upon the model. The total transaction price is generally fixed and allocated to each performance obligation based on its relative stand-alone selling price using a combination of observable and estimated stand-alone selling prices. Estimated stand-alone selling prices include the expected cost plus a margin approach, and a residual approach. Open Access Under the open access business model, there is generally one performance obligation whereby accepted research articles are published and all open articles are immediately free to access online. The transaction price is fixed based on payment of an article publication charge (APC). Revenue is recognized at a point in time which is upon publication which is when Wiley’s obligation is complete. Licensing and Ancillary Products Within licensing, the revenue derived from these contracts primarily consist of advance payments, including minimum guarantees and sales- or usage-based royalty agreements. Our intellectual property is considered to be functional intellectual property. Due to the stand-ready obligation to provide updates during the subscription period, which is generally an annual period, revenue for the minimum guarantee is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the agreement. For our sales- or usage-based royalty agreements, we recognize revenue in the period of usage based on the amounts earned. We record revenue under these arrangements for the amounts due and not yet reported to us based on estimates of the sales or usage of these customers and pursuant to the terms of the contracts. We also have certain licenses whereby we receive a non-refundable minimum guarantee in advance (recorded over time as described above) against a volume-based royalty throughout the term of the agreement. When the cumulative consideration exceeds the minimum guarantee, it is recognized as the subsequent sales or usage occurs. We also license content for artificial intelligence (AI) generally at a fixed transaction price, with revenue recognized at a point in time or a combination of point in time and over time. Research Solutions Products and Services Research Solutions revenue was $164.2 million in the year ended April 30, 2026, and the majority is recognized over time. In the year ended April 30, 2026, Research Solutions products and services generated approximately 48% of their revenue from contracts with customers that include corporate solutions such as managed services which includes advertising, and full sales and marketing services for publishers and societies; recruitment platform and services; spectral databases; and projects which includes content creation and distribution, digital events, and webinars. The remainder of the revenue within Research Solutions from contracts with customers includes platform and workflow solutions for societies and publishers, which includes production and content hosting, submissions and peer review support, editorial, and copy-editing services. We also license content, including for AI which includes content licensed from other publishers. Included within platforms is our Atypon® publishing platform for societies and publishers which includes a single performance obligation for the implementation and hosting of subscription services. The transaction price is fixed, which may include price escalators that are fixed increases per year. Revenue is recognized upon the initiation of the subscription period and recognized on a straight-line basis over the time of the contractual period. The duration of these contracts is generally multiyear ranging from 2 to 5 years. Learning Total Learning revenue was $546.6 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. We disaggregated revenue by Academic and Professional to reflect the different types of products and services provided. Academic Academic products revenue was $318.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Products and services include scientific, professional, and education print and digital books, and digital courseware to libraries, corporations, students, professionals, and researchers. Products are developed for worldwide distribution through multiple channels, including chain and online booksellers, libraries, colleges and universities, corporations, direct to consumer, websites, distributor networks and other online applications. In the year ended April 30, 2026, Academic products generated approximately 54% of their revenue from contracts with their customers for print and digital publishing, which is recognized at a point in time. Digital Courseware products generate approximately 35% of their revenue from contracts with their customers which is recognized over time. The remainder of their revenues were from Licensing, and ancillary products which have a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time. Print and Digital Publishing Our performance obligations as they relate to print and digital publishing are primarily book products delivered in both print and digital form which could include single or multiple performance obligations based on the number of print or digital books purchased. Each is represented by an International Standard Book Number (ISBN), with each ISBN representing a performance obligation. Each ISBN has an observable stand-alone selling price as Wiley sells the books separately. This revenue stream also includes variable consideration as it relates to returns for both print and digital books. Revenue is recognized at the point when control of the product transfers, which for print is upon shipment or for digital when fulfillment of the products has been rendered. Digital Courseware Products Courseware customers purchase access codes to utilize the product. Revenue is recognized over time in the period from when the access codes are activated over the applicable semester term to which such product relates. Licensing and Ancillary Products Revenue derived from our licensing contracts is primarily comprised of advance payments and sales- or usage-based royalties. Revenue for advance payments is recognized at the point in time that the functional intellectual property license is granted. For sales- or usage-based royalties, we record revenue under these arrangements for the amounts due and not yet reported to us based on estimates of the sales or usage of these customers and pursuant to the terms of the contracts. We also have certain licenses whereby we receive a non-refundable minimum guarantee (recognized at a point in time as described above) against a volume-based royalty throughout the term of the agreement. We recognize volume-based royalty income only when cumulative consideration exceeds the minimum guarantee and the subsequent sales or usage occurs. We also license content for AI which includes training large language models (LLM) at a fixed transaction price and the revenue is recognized at a point in time. Professional Professional products revenue was $227.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Professional provides learning, development, publishing, and assessment services for businesses and professionals. Our professional publishing produces books, which includes business and finance, technology, professional development for educators, test preparation books and other professional categories, as well as the For Dummies® brand. Products are sold to brick-and-mortar and online retailers, wholesalers who supply such bookstores, college bookstores, individual practitioners, corporations, and government agencies. In the year ended April 30, 2026, Professional products generated approximately 53% of their revenue from contracts with their customers for professional publishing, which is recognized at a point in time. Our assessments offering in the year ended April 30, 2026 generates approximately 32% of their revenue from contracts with its customers, which has a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time. The remainder of Professional revenues were from Licensing and ancillary revenue streams, which has a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time. Professional Publishing Professional publishing has the same performance obligations as Academic print and digital publishing which is described above. Revenue is recognized at the point when control of the product transfers, which for print is upon shipment or for digital when fulfillment of the products has been rendered. Assessments Our assessments offering includes high-demand soft-skills training solutions that are delivered to organizational clients through online digital delivery platforms, either directly or through an authorized distributor network of independent consultants, trainers, and coaches. Our assessments product offering includes multiple performance obligations which includes annual memberships which are recognized over time, and the assessments and related products or services which are recognized at a point in time. We allocate revenue based on observable stand-alone selling prices of each performance obligation. Licensing and Ancillary Products See the description of Licensing and Ancillary Products in the Academic section above, which also applies to the Professional reporting line. Held for Sale or Sold The Held for Sale or Sold segment had no operating results for the year ended April 30, 2026, as all businesses within this segment were sold prior to this fiscal year. These businesses included Wiley Edge, sold on May 31, 2024, except for its India operations which sold on August 31, 2024, CrossKnowledge, sold on August 31, 2024, and University Services and Tuition Manager, which were sold in fiscal year 2024. Accounts Receivable, Net and Contract Liability Balances When consideration is received, or such consideration is unconditionally due, from a customer prior to transferring goods or services to the customer under the terms of a contract, a contract liability is recorded. Contract liabilities are recognized as revenue when, or as, control of the products or services are transferred to the customer and all revenue recognition criteria have been met.

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, Recently Issued and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards (Policies)

12 Months Ended

Apr. 30, 2026

Basis of Presentation:

Our Consolidated Financial Statements include all the accounts of the Company and our subsidiaries. We have eliminated all intercompany transactions and balances in consolidation. All amounts are presented in United States (US) dollars, unless otherwise specified. All amounts are in thousands, except per share amounts, and are approximate due to rounding.

Reclassifications

Reclassifications:

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation, including the recast of prior period geographic revenue information resulting from a change in our method of attributing revenue by geography. See Note 20, “Segment Information,” for additional information.

Use of Estimates

Use of Estimates:

The preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (US GAAP) requires our management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, and revenue and expenses during the reporting period. These estimates include, among other items, sales return reserves, allocation of acquisition purchase price to assets acquired and liabilities assumed, assets and liabilities held-for-sale, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, intangible assets with definite lives and other long-lived assets, and retirement plans. We review these estimates and assumptions periodically using historical experience and other factors and reflect the effects of any revisions on the Consolidated Financial Statements in the period we determine any revisions to be necessary. Actual results could differ from those estimates, which could affect the reported results.

Book Overdrafts

Book Overdrafts:

Under our cash management system, a book overdraft balance exists for our primary disbursement accounts. This overdraft represents uncleared checks in excess of cash balances in individual bank accounts. Our funds are transferred from other existing bank account balances or from lines of credit as needed to fund checks presented for payment.

Revenue Recognition

Revenue Recognition:

Revenue from contracts with customers is recognized using a five-step model consisting of the following: (1) identify the contract with a customer, (2) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (3) determine the transaction price, (4) allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract based on its stand-alone selling price. We use an observable price to determine the stand-alone selling price for separate performance obligations if available or, when not available, an estimate that maximizes the use of observable inputs and faithfully depicts the selling price of the promised goods or services if we sold those goods or services separately to a similar customer in similar circumstances. Suitable methods for estimating the stand-alone selling price include adjusted market assessment approach, expected cost plus a margin approach, and the residual approach. Any contract discount within the agreement is allocated across all performance obligations unless observable evidence exists that the discount relates to a specific performance obligation or obligations in the contract, and (5) recognize revenue when (or as) we satisfy a performance obligation. Performance obligations are satisfied when we transfer control of a good or service to a customer, which can occur over time or at a point in time. The amount of revenue recognized is based on the consideration to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services, including the expected value of variable consideration. The customer’s ability and intent to pay the transaction price is assessed in determining whether a contract exists with the customer. If collectability of substantially all the consideration in a contract is not probable, consideration received is not recognized as revenue unless the consideration is nonrefundable, and we no longer have an obligation to transfer additional goods or services to the customer, or collectability becomes probable.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and Cash Equivalents:

Cash and cash equivalents consist of highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less at the time of purchase and are stated at cost, which approximates market value, because of the short-term maturity of the instruments.

Allowance for Credit Losses

Allowance for Credit Losses:

We are exposed to credit losses through our accounts receivable with customers. Accounts receivable, net, is stated at amortized cost net of provision for credit losses. Our methodology to measure the provision for credit losses requires an estimation of loss rates based upon historical loss experience adjusted for factors that are relevant to determining the expected collectability of accounts receivable, such as, delinquency trends, aging behavior of receivables, credit and liquidity indicators for industry groups, customer classes or individual customers, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of the economic and geopolitical conditions that may exist through the contractual life of the asset. Our provision for credit losses is reviewed and revised periodically. Our accounts receivable is evaluated on a pool basis that is based on customer groups with similar risk characteristics. This includes consideration of the following factors to develop these pools: size of the customer, industry, geographical location, historical risk, and types of services or products sold. We write off receivables only when deemed no longer collectible.

We are also exposed to potential credit losses through our notes receivable issued in connection with our divestitures.

Sales Return Reserves

Sales Return Reserves:

The process that we use to determine our sales returns and the related reserve provision charged against revenue is based on applying an estimated return rate to current year returnable print book sales. This rate is based upon an analysis of actual historical return experience in the various markets and geographic regions in which we do business. We collect, maintain, and analyze significant amounts of sales returns data for large volumes of homogeneous transactions. This allows us to make reasonable estimates of the amount of future returns. All available data is utilized to identify the returns by market and to which fiscal year the sales returns apply. This enables management to track the returns in detail and identify and react to trends occurring in the marketplace, with the objective of being able to make the most informed judgments possible in setting reserve rates. Associated with the estimated sales return reserves, we also include a related increase to inventory and a reduction to accrued royalties as a result of the expected returns.

Inventories

Inventories:

Inventories are carried at the lower of cost or net realizable value. US book inventories aggregating $8.3 million and $10.9 million at April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, are valued using the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. All other inventories are valued using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.

Product Development Assets

Product Development Assets:

Product development assets consist of book composition costs and other product development costs and are included in Other non-current assets on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. Costs associated with developing a book for publication are expensed until the product is determined to be commercially viable. Book composition costs represent the costs incurred to bring an edited commercial manuscript to publication, which include typesetting, proofreading, design, illustration costs, and digital formatting. Book composition costs are capitalized and are generally amortized on a double-declining basis over their estimated useful lives, ranging from 1 to 3 years. Other product development costs represent the costs incurred in developing software, platforms, and digital content to be sold and licensed to third parties. Other product development costs are capitalized and amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. As of April 30, 2026, the weighted average estimated useful life of other product development costs was approximately 3 years.

Royalty Advances

Royalty Advances:

Royalty advances are capitalized in Other non-current assets on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position and, upon publication, are expensed as royalties earned based on sales of the published works. Royalty advances are reviewed for recoverability, and a reserve for loss is maintained, if appropriate.

Technology, Property, and Equipment

Technology, Property, and Equipment:

Technology, property, and equipment is recorded at cost, except for property and equipment that have been impaired, for which we reduce the carrying amount to the estimated fair value at the impairment date. Major renewals and improvements are capitalized, while maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred.

Technology, property, and equipment is depreciated using the straight-line method based upon the following estimated useful lives: Computer Software – 3 to 10 years; Computer Hardware – 3 to 5 years; Buildings and Leasehold Improvements – the lesser of the estimated useful life of the asset up to 40 years or the duration of the lease; Furniture, Fixtures, and Warehouse Equipment – 5 to 10 years.

Costs incurred for computer software internally developed or obtained for internal use are capitalized during the application development stage and expensed as incurred during the preliminary project and post-implementation stages. Costs incurred during the application development stage include costs of materials, services, payroll, and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with the software project. Maintenance, training, and upgrade costs that do not result in additional functionality are expensed as incurred.

Cloud Computing Arrangements

Cloud Computing Arrangements:

We incur costs to implement cloud computing arrangements that are hosted by third parties. Costs incurred during the application development stage are capitalized if they consist of internal and external costs directly attributable to developing and configuring the cloud computing software for its intended use. Once a project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use, such costs are amortized using the straight-line method over the term of the cloud computing arrangement in Operating and administrative expenses on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss).

Allocation of Acquisition Purchase Price to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed

Allocation of Acquisition Purchase Price to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed:

In connection with acquisitions, we allocate the cost of the acquisition to the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed based on the estimates of fair value for such items, including intangible assets and technology acquired. The excess of the purchase consideration over the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed is recorded as goodwill. The determination of the acquisition-date fair value of the assets acquired, and liabilities assumed, requires us to make significant estimates and assumptions, such as forecasted revenue growth rates and operating cash flows, royalty rates, customer attrition rates, obsolescence rates of developed technology, and discount rates. We may use a third-party valuation consultant to assist in the determination of such estimates.

Goodwill and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets

Goodwill and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets:

Goodwill represents the excess of the aggregate of the following: (1) consideration transferred, (2) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, and (3) if the business combination is achieved in stages, the acquisition-date fair value of our previously held equity interest in the acquiree over the net of the acquisition-date amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and the liabilities assumed.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets primarily consist of brands and trademarks, and publishing rights, and are typically characterized by intellectual property with a long and well-established revenue stream resulting from strong and well-established imprint/brand recognition in the market.

We use the acquisition method of accounting for all business combinations and do not amortize goodwill or intangible assets with indefinite useful lives. Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are tested for possible impairment annually during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired.

Intangible Assets with Definite Lives and Other Long-Lived Assets

Intangible Assets with Definite Lives and Other Long-Lived Assets:

Definite-lived intangible assets principally consist of content and publishing rights, customer relationships, developed technology, brands and trademarks, and covenants not to compete agreements, and are amortized over their estimated useful lives. The most significant factors in determining the estimated lives of these intangibles are the history and longevity, combined with the strength and pattern of projected cash flows.

Intangible assets with definite lives as of April 30, 2026 are amortized on a straight-line basis over the following weighted average estimated useful lives: content and publishing rights – 26 years, customer relationships – 16 years, developed technology – 8 years, and brands and trademarks – 17 years.

Assets with definite lives are evaluated for indicators of impairment upon a significant change in the operating or macroeconomic environment. When indicators of impairment are present, we test definite lived and long-lived assets for recoverability by comparing the carrying value of an asset group to an estimate of the future undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset group. In these circumstances, if an evaluation of the projected undiscounted cash flows indicates impairment, the asset is written down to its estimated fair value based on the discounted future cash flows.

Leases

Leases:

We have operating leases with contractual obligations as a lessee with respect to offices, warehouses and distribution centers, automobiles, and office equipment. We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception of the contract in accordance with guidance detailed in the lease standard and we perform the lease classification test as of the lease commencement date. Right-of-use (ROU) assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term.

The present value of the lease payments is calculated using an incremental borrowing rate, which was determined based on the rate of interest that we would have to pay to borrow an amount equal to the lease payments on a collateralized basis over a similar term. We use an unsecured borrowing rate and risk-adjust that rate to approximate a collateralized rate.

We recognize operating lease expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease payments may be fixed or variable. Only lease payments that are fixed, in-substance fixed or depend on a rate or index are included in determining the lease liability. Variable lease payments include payments made to the lessor for taxes, insurance and maintenance of the leased asset and are recognized as operating costs as incurred.

We apply certain practical expedients allowed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 842, “Leases.” Leases that are more than one year in duration are capitalized and recorded on our Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are recognized as short term lease operating costs on a straight-line basis over the term. We have also elected to account for the lease and non-lease components as a single component. Some of our leases offer an option to extend the term of such leases. We utilize the reasonably certain threshold criteria in determining which options we will exercise.

Employee Benefit Plans

Employee Benefit Plans:

We provide various defined benefit plans to our employees. We use actuarial assumptions to calculate pension and benefit costs as well as pension assets and liabilities included in the consolidated financial statements. See Note 17, “Retirement Plans” for further details of our policy.

Income Taxes

Income Taxes:

Income taxes are recorded using the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred income taxes are recognized for temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. Deferred taxes are measured using rates the Company expects to apply to taxable income in years in which those temporary differences are expected to reverse. The financial effect of changes in tax laws or rates is accounted for in the period of enactment. Future tax benefits are recognized to the extent that the realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Valuation allowances are established when management determines that it is more likely than not that some or all of a deferred tax asset will not be realized.

From time to time, the Company engages in transactions in which the tax consequences may be subject to uncertainty. Judgment is required in assessing and estimating the tax consequences of these transactions. The Company prepares and files tax returns based on its interpretation of tax laws and regulations. In the normal course of business, the Company’s tax returns are subject to examination by various taxing authorities. Such examinations may result in future tax and interest assessments by these taxing authorities.

In determining the Company’s tax provision for financial reporting purposes, the Company establishes a reserve for uncertain tax positions, unless such positions are determined to be more likely than not of being sustained upon examination based on their technical merits, including the resolution of any appeals or litigation processes. The Company includes interest and, where appropriate, penalties as a component of income tax expense. There is judgment involved in determining whether positions taken on the Company’s tax returns are more likely than not of being sustained, which involve the use of estimates and assumptions with respect to the potential outcome of positions taken on tax returns that may be reviewed by tax authorities.

Derivative Financial Instruments

Derivative Financial Instruments:

From time to time, we enter into foreign exchange forward and interest rate swap contracts as a hedge against foreign currency asset and liability commitments, changes in interest rates, and anticipated transaction exposures, including intercompany purchases. All derivatives are recognized as assets or liabilities and measured at fair value. Derivatives that are not determined to be effective hedges are adjusted to fair value with a corresponding adjustment to earnings. We do not use financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.

Derivative instruments that are designated as cash flow hedges have changes in their fair value recorded initially within Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. As interest expense is recognized based on the variable rate loan agreements, the corresponding deferred gain or loss on the interest rate swaps is reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss to Interest Expense on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss). The interest settlement payments associated with the interest rate swap agreements are classified as cash flows from operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

For derivative instruments executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement, we do not offset fair value amounts of interest rate swaps in liability positions with the ones in asset positions in the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position.

Foreign Currency Gains/Losses

Foreign Currency Gains/Losses:

We maintain operations in many non-US locations. Assets and liabilities are translated into US dollars using end-of-period exchange rates and revenues, and expenses are translated into US dollars using weighted average rates. Our significant investments in non-US businesses are exposed to foreign currency risk. Foreign currency translation adjustments are reported as a separate component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss within Shareholders’ Equity. Foreign currency transaction gains or losses are recognized on the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) as incurred.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation:

We recognize stock-based compensation expense based on the fair value of the stock-based awards on the grant date, reduced by an estimate for future forfeited awards. As such, stock-based compensation expense is only recognized for those awards that are expected to ultimately vest. The fair value of stock-based awards is recognized in net income generally on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period. Stock-based compensation expense associated with performance-based stock awards is based on actual financial results for targets established up to three years in advance, or less. The cumulative effect on current and prior periods of a change in the estimated number of performance share awards, or estimated forfeiture rate, is recognized as an adjustment to earnings in the period of the revision. Judgment was also required in estimating the number of stock-based awards that may be forfeited. If actual results differ significantly from estimates, our stock-based compensation expense and Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) could be impacted. We accelerate expense on performance-based awards using a graded vesting schedule for employees who meet retirement eligibility requirements prior to the end of the award’s service period.

The grant date fair value for stock options is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. The determination of the assumptions used in the Black-Scholes model include the expected life of an option, the expected volatility of our common stock over the estimated life of the option, a risk-free interest rate, and the expected dividend yield.

Fair Value Measurement

Fair Value Measurement:

The carrying value of financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value is measured on a recurring or nonrecurring basis. Financial assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis are those that are adjusted to fair value at the end of every reporting period. Financial assets and liabilities measured on a non-recurring basis are those that are adjusted to fair value when a significant event occurs.

In accordance with FASB ASC 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” (ASC Topic 820), assets and liabilities subject to fair value measurement disclosures are classified according to the three-level fair value hierarchy with respect to the inputs used to determine fair value. The level in which an asset or liability is disclosed within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the related fair value measurement in its entirety. The levels of input are defined as follows:

•Level 1: Quoted prices unadjusted for identical assets or liabilities in an active market.

•Level 2: Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in an active market, quoted prices for identical similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, inputs other than quoted prices that are observable and market-corroborated inputs which are derived principally from or corroborated by observable market data.

•Level 3: Unobservable inputs that reflect the entity’s own assumptions which market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.

Recently Adopted Accounting Standards and Recently Issued Accounting Standards

Recently Adopted Accounting Standards

Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures

In December 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740) - Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures.” This ASU enhances the transparency and comparability of income tax disclosures by requiring consistent categories and greater disaggregation of information related to income tax rate reconciliations and the jurisdictions in which income taxes are paid. A public entity should apply the amendments in this ASU on a prospective basis with the option to apply the standard retrospectively. We elected to adopt ASU 2023-09 on a prospective basis for the year ended April 30, 2026. See Note 13, “Income Taxes” for further details. The adoption expanded our disclosures but did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.

Recently Issued Accounting Standards

Codification Improvements

In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-12 “Codification Improvements,” to make various technical corrections, clarifications, and other minor improvements to existing US GAAP. The amendments are intended to improve the clarity and consistency of existing guidance and are not expected to significantly change current accounting practice. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2027 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We are required to apply the amendments to ASC Topic 260, “Earnings Per Share” retrospectively. All other amendments may be applied prospectively or retrospectively. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements.

Interim Reporting Narrow-Scope Improvements

In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-11 “Interim Reporting (Topic 270): Narrow-Scope Improvements” to amend the guidance in “Interim Reporting” (Topic 270). This ASU provides clarifications intended to improve the consistency and usability of interim disclosure requirements, including a comprehensive listing of required interim disclosures and a new disclosure principle for reporting material events occurring after the most recent annual period. The amendments do not change the underlying objectives of interim reporting but are designed to enhance clarity in application. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2028 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We may elect to apply the ASU using a prospective or retrospective transition method. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements.

Hedge Accounting Improvements

In November 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-09, “Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Hedge Accounting Improvements.” This ASU makes targeted amendments to expand the application of hedge accounting to a greater number of highly effective economic hedges in five areas: i) similar risk assessment for cash flow hedges; ii) hedging forecasted interest payments on choose-your-rate debt instruments; iii) cash flow hedges of nonfinancial forecasted transactions; iv) net written options as hedging instruments; and v) foreign-currency-denominated debt instrument as hedging instrument and hedged item (dual hedge). The ASU is intended to better reflect the economics of risk management activities and to reduce complexity in applying hedge accounting. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2027 and interim periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. This ASU is applied prospectively for all hedging relationships as of the date of adoption. The impact will be based on future economic hedges after we adopt the standard.

Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software

In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-06, “Intangibles—Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software.” This ASU removes the references to software development stages and requires capitalization of software costs when management has committed to the software project and it is probable that the software will be completed and perform its intended use. This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2028 and interim reporting periods within the fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. We may elect to apply the ASU using a prospective, modified based on the status of the project and whether software costs were capitalized before the date of adoption, or retrospective transition method. We are currently evaluating the impact this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements.

Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets

In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05, “Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326), Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets.” In developing reasonable and supportable forecasts as part of estimating expected credit losses on current accounts receivable and/or current contract assets, we may elect a practical expedient in accordance with this new ASU that assumes that current conditions as of the balance sheet date do not change for the remaining life of the asset.

This ASU is effective for us on May 1, 2026 and interim periods within the fiscal year. This ASU is applied prospectively if the practical expedient is elected. We have elected to adopt the practical expedient effective May 1, 2026. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.

Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses

In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, “Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40), Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses.” In January 2025, the FASB clarified the effective date of this guidance with the issuance of ASU 2025-01, “Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Clarifying the Effective Date.” This ASU requires disclosure about specific types of expenses included in expense captions, including purchases of inventory, employee compensation, depreciation, amortization, and depletion. This ASU is effective for our annual disclosures starting fiscal year 2028 and interim periods starting in fiscal year 2029. Early adoption is permitted. A public entity should apply the amendments in this ASU on a prospective basis with the option to apply the standard retrospectively. We are currently assessing the impact of the disclosure requirements on our consolidated financial statements.

Revenue

Research

Total Research revenue was $1,129.9 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Research products are sold and distributed globally through multiple channels. The majority of revenue generated from Research products is recognized over time.

We disaggregated revenue by Research Publishing and Research Solutions to reflect the different types of products and services provided.

Research Publishing Products

Research Publishing products provide scientific, technical, medical, and scholarly journals, as well as related content and services, to academic, corporate, and government libraries, learned societies, and individual researchers and other professionals. Research Publishing revenue was $965.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026, and the majority is recognized over time.

In the year ended April 30, 2026, Research Publishing products generated approximately 88% of its revenue from contracts with its customers from Journal Subscriptions (pay to read) and Transformational Agreements (read and publish) under multiyear arrangements, and Open Access (pay to publish). The remaining revenue is from Licensing and ancillary products.

Journal Subscriptions and Transformational Models

Journal Subscription contracts are negotiated by us directly with customers or their subscription agents. Subscription periods typically cover calendar years. In a typical Journal Subscription sale, there is a written agreement between us and our customer that covers multiple years. However, we typically account for these agreements as one-year contracts because our enforceable rights under the agreements are subject to an annual confirmation and negotiation process with the customer.

In Journal Subscriptions, there are generally two performance obligations: a functional intellectual property license with a stand-ready obligation to provide access to new content for one year, which includes online hosting of the content (collectively referred to as Read) which is recognized over time, and a functional intellectual property perpetual license for access to historical journal content (Perpetual License) which is recognized at the point in time when access to the historical content is initially granted. The transaction price consists of fixed consideration. Journal Subscription revenue is generally collected in advance when the annual license is granted.

The total transaction price is allocated to each performance obligation based on its relative stand-alone selling price. We allocate revenue to the stand-ready obligation to provide access to new content for one year based on its observable stand-alone selling price to provide the right of access to additional intellectual property. The allocation of revenue to the perpetual licenses for access to historical journal content is done using the expected cost plus a margin approach, as applicable.

Transformational Agreements (read and publish) blend Journal Subscription and Open Access offerings. Generally, for a single fee, a national or regional consortium of libraries pays for and receives full read access to our journal portfolio and the ability to publish under an open access arrangement. Transformational Agreements include multiple performance obligations and depending upon the model, can include a combination of Read which is recognized over time; a Perpetual License which is recognized at a point in time; and a publishing right that allows for articles to be published in hybrid and/or gold open access journals, which is recognized point in time or over time depending upon the model. The total transaction price is generally fixed and allocated to each performance obligation based on its relative stand-alone selling price using a combination of observable and estimated stand-alone selling prices. Estimated stand-alone selling prices include the expected cost plus a margin approach, and a residual approach.

Open Access

Under the open access business model, there is generally one performance obligation whereby accepted research articles are published and all open articles are immediately free to access online. The transaction price is fixed based on payment of an article publication charge (APC). Revenue is recognized at a point in time which is upon publication which is when Wiley’s obligation is complete.

Licensing and Ancillary Products

Within licensing, the revenue derived from these contracts primarily consist of advance payments, including minimum guarantees and sales- or usage-based royalty agreements. Our intellectual property is considered to be functional intellectual property. Due to the stand-ready obligation to provide updates during the subscription period, which is generally an annual period, revenue for the minimum guarantee is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the agreement. For our sales- or usage-based royalty agreements, we recognize revenue in the period of usage based on the amounts earned. We record revenue under these arrangements for the amounts due and not yet reported to us based on estimates of the sales or usage of these customers and pursuant to the terms of the contracts. We also have certain licenses whereby we receive a non-refundable minimum guarantee in advance (recorded over time as described above) against a volume-based royalty throughout the term of the agreement. When the cumulative consideration exceeds the minimum guarantee, it is recognized as the subsequent sales or usage occurs. We also license content for artificial intelligence (AI) generally at a fixed transaction price, with revenue recognized at a point in time or a combination of point in time and over time.

Research Solutions Products and Services

Research Solutions revenue was $164.2 million in the year ended April 30, 2026, and the majority is recognized over time.

In the year ended April 30, 2026, Research Solutions products and services generated approximately 48% of their revenue from contracts with customers that include corporate solutions such as managed services which includes advertising, and full sales and marketing services for publishers and societies; recruitment platform and services; spectral databases; and projects which includes content creation and distribution, digital events, and webinars.

The remainder of the revenue within Research Solutions from contracts with customers includes platform and workflow solutions for societies and publishers, which includes production and content hosting, submissions and peer review support, editorial, and copy-editing services. We also license content, including for AI which includes content licensed from other publishers. Included within platforms is our Atypon® publishing platform for societies and publishers which includes a single performance obligation for the implementation and hosting of subscription services. The transaction price is fixed, which may include price escalators that are fixed increases per year. Revenue is recognized upon the initiation of the subscription period and recognized on a straight-line basis over the time of the contractual period. The duration of these contracts is generally multiyear ranging from 2 to 5 years.

Learning

Total Learning revenue was $546.6 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. We disaggregated revenue by Academic and Professional to reflect the different types of products and services provided.

Academic

Academic products revenue was $318.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Products and services include scientific, professional, and education print and digital books, and digital courseware to libraries, corporations, students, professionals, and researchers. Products are developed for worldwide distribution through multiple channels, including chain and online booksellers, libraries, colleges and universities, corporations, direct to consumer, websites, distributor networks and other online applications.

In the year ended April 30, 2026, Academic products generated approximately 54% of their revenue from contracts with their customers for print and digital publishing, which is recognized at a point in time. Digital Courseware products generate approximately 35% of their revenue from contracts with their customers which is recognized over time. The remainder of their revenues were from Licensing, and ancillary products which have a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time.

Print and Digital Publishing

Our performance obligations as they relate to print and digital publishing are primarily book products delivered in both print and digital form which could include single or multiple performance obligations based on the number of print or digital books purchased. Each is represented by an International Standard Book Number (ISBN), with each ISBN representing a performance obligation. Each ISBN has an observable stand-alone selling price as Wiley sells the books separately. This revenue stream also includes variable consideration as it relates to returns for both print and digital books. Revenue is recognized at the point when control of the product transfers, which for print is upon shipment or for digital when fulfillment of the products has been rendered.

Digital Courseware Products

Courseware customers purchase access codes to utilize the product. Revenue is recognized over time in the period from when the access codes are activated over the applicable semester term to which such product relates.

Licensing and Ancillary Products

Revenue derived from our licensing contracts is primarily comprised of advance payments and sales- or usage-based royalties. Revenue for advance payments is recognized at the point in time that the functional intellectual property license is granted. For sales- or usage-based royalties, we record revenue under these arrangements for the amounts due and not yet reported to us based on estimates of the sales or usage of these customers and pursuant to the terms of the contracts. We also have certain licenses whereby we receive a non-refundable minimum guarantee (recognized at a point in time as described above) against a volume-based royalty throughout the term of the agreement. We recognize volume-based royalty income only when cumulative consideration exceeds the minimum guarantee and the subsequent sales or usage occurs. We also license content for AI which includes training large language models (LLM) at a fixed transaction price and the revenue is recognized at a point in time.

Professional

Professional products revenue was $227.8 million in the year ended April 30, 2026. Professional provides learning, development, publishing, and assessment services for businesses and professionals. Our professional publishing produces books, which includes business and finance, technology, professional development for educators, test preparation books and other professional categories, as well as the For Dummies® brand. Products are sold to brick-and-mortar and online retailers, wholesalers who supply such bookstores, college bookstores, individual practitioners, corporations, and government agencies.

In the year ended April 30, 2026, Professional products generated approximately 53% of their revenue from contracts with their customers for professional publishing, which is recognized at a point in time. Our assessments offering in the year ended April 30, 2026 generates approximately 32% of their revenue from contracts with its customers, which has a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time. The remainder of Professional revenues were from Licensing and ancillary revenue streams, which has a mix of revenue recognized at a point in time and over time.

Professional Publishing

Professional publishing has the same performance obligations as Academic print and digital publishing which is described above. Revenue is recognized at the point when control of the product transfers, which for print is upon shipment or for digital when fulfillment of the products has been rendered.

Assessments

Our assessments offering includes high-demand soft-skills training solutions that are delivered to organizational clients through online digital delivery platforms, either directly or through an authorized distributor network of independent consultants, trainers, and coaches. Our assessments product offering includes multiple performance obligations which includes annual memberships which are recognized over time, and the assessments and related products or services which are recognized at a point in time. We allocate revenue based on observable stand-alone selling prices of each performance obligation.

Licensing and Ancillary Products

See the description of Licensing and Ancillary Products in the Academic section above, which also applies to the Professional reporting line.

Held for Sale or Sold

The Held for Sale or Sold segment had no operating results for the year ended April 30, 2026, as all businesses within this segment were sold prior to this fiscal year. These businesses included Wiley Edge, sold on May 31, 2024, except for its India operations which sold on August 31, 2024, CrossKnowledge, sold on August 31, 2024, and University Services and Tuition Manager, which were sold in fiscal year 2024.

Accounts Receivable, Net and Contract Liability Balances

When consideration is received, or such consideration is unconditionally due, from a customer prior to transferring goods or services to the customer under the terms of a contract, a contract liability is recorded. Contract liabilities are recognized as revenue when, or as, control of the products or services are transferred to the customer and all revenue recognition criteria have been met.