Shares of John Wiley & Sons (WLY) surged 5.32% in pre-market trading on Tuesday following the release of the company's fourth-quarter and full-year fiscal 2025 results. The educational publishing and research company reported better-than-expected earnings and raised its outlook, driving investor optimism.

Wiley exceeded its adjusted EPS guidance for the quarter, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $1.37, surpassing analyst estimates of $1.27. The company's Q4 revenue came in at $442.58 million, also beating the consensus estimate of $434.90 million. Notably, Wiley achieved significant profit margin expansion, with its adjusted operating margin improving by 260 basis points in the fourth quarter.

The company's Research segment showed particular strength, with Q4 revenue growing 4% as reported and 3% at constant currency. This growth was driven by solid performance in recurring revenue publishing models and open access. Additionally, Wiley raised its adjusted EBITDA margin target to a range of 25.5% to 26.5% for fiscal 2026, citing anticipated cost savings, efficiency gains, and revenue growth. The company also reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 growth targets, providing a positive outlook for investors.