Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Sinclair launches strategic review of businesses
Sinclair, Inc.'s board of directors has authorized a comprehensive strategic review of its broadcast operations, with the goal of possibly spinning out or selling certain assets
Hub: Streaming bundles boost customer loyalty
Consumers are more likely to keep a streaming subscription when they are able to pair it with other services through a bundle.
Paramount inks seven-year deal with UFC parent TKO Group
Starting next year, Paramount Plus becomes the exclusive home of UFC competitions; some events will simulcast on CBS.
RTL Group H1 revenue slips 3 percent, but streaming gains
RTL Group reported lower revenue for the first half (H1) of 2025, as gains in streaming were not enough to offset declines in other areas of the business.
Fubo moving forward with sports-only plan, may integrate Hulu channels
A new skinny package called "Fubo Sports" is launching in the coming weeks; the company is looking at various ways to integrate Hulu with Live TV into its core app.
AMC Networks sees streaming lift, but ad woes weigh on Q2 earnings
AMC Networks saw streaming gains during Q2, but ongoing advertising woes coupled with a continued downturn in the pay TV industry weighed on its earnings.
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Gray Media swings to loss on lower revenue during Q2
The local television broadcaster posted a net loss of $69 million, compared with net income of $9 million in Q2 2024.
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Fubo revenue tops guidance, but subscriber declines persist during Q2
The sports-heavy streaming service narrowed its loss to $8.0 million during the three-month period that ended in June.
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Gray Media to acquire 10 stations from Allen Media
Gray Media will acquire nearly a dozen local television stations from Allen Media Group, the companies announced on Friday.
Scripps posts lower ad revenue during Q2, sports helped stymie the bleeding
Scripps reported a Q2 2025 net loss of $51.7 million as total revenue fell nearly 6 percent on account of lower core and political advertising revenue.
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Lionsgate posts financial loss in first quarter after Starz split
Lionsgate posted a $94 million loss attributed to shareholders in its first quarter since splitting from premium multiplex network Starz.
Skydance Media completes merger with Paramount Global
Skydance has officially completed its merger with Paramount, bringing to a close a year-long, turbulent process that was met with several politically-influenced delays.