Streaming Trends & Statistics

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5 tips for engaging Gen Z in TV marketing

Article
Oct 19, 2022

The digitally native generation does not watch TV the same way baby boomers, Gen Xers, and even millennials might. Here are five tips we picked up at NYC Advertising Week that marketers can use to engage Gen Z with TV.

Most US adults aren’t canceling their video subscriptions

Most US adults aren’t canceling their video subscriptions

Article
Oct 17, 2022

More US adults have canceled Netflix so far this year than any other subscription TV or video service, at 6.2%. That said, 68.8% of US adults have not canceled any of these subscriptions.

Even Apple TV+ is thinking about ads now

Article
Oct 13, 2022

With Apple TV+, ad-supported streaming becomes the norm: Apple’s service is one of the last to hop on the AVOD trend, but its ad ambitions go much further.

5 pitfalls of today’s TV landscape and how to avoid them | Sponsored Content

Article
Oct 10, 2022

Nearly a quarter of TV viewers no longer watch linear TV—they’re flocking to other options like ad-supported video-on-demand. Today’s advertisers must understand the nuances of the landscape to effectively reach customers.

Portable consoles, streaming services are biggest opportunities in video games

Article
Sep 30, 2022

Competition coming for the Switch: More powerful devices that can leverage 5G connectivity and vast libraries of popular PC and mobile games will be the foundation for next-generation handheld gaming.

The great streaming consolidation

Article
Sep 28, 2022

Are Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Discovery+, and Peacock on their way from five to two? Our analyst Jeremy Goldman thinks it could happen by 2025. He shared his thoughts on a recent “Behind the Numbers” podcast.

Paramount considers folding Showtime into Paramount+

Paramount considers folding Showtime into Paramount+

Article
Sep 15, 2022

Showtime’s time may be over: Parent company Paramount is looking to consolidate its streaming brands under one flagship service.

The Daily: HBO Max and Discovery+ merge, streaming surpasses cable, and the Big Ten's media rights deal

Audio
Aug 29, 2022

On today's episode, we discuss what to make of HBO Max merging with Discovery+, Apple TV+'s content push, and Peacock's recent struggles. "In Other News," we talk about the significance of the Big Ten's latest media rights deal and why streaming may have just surpassed cable. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Ross Benes.

Streaming viewership passed cable for the first time ever in July

Streaming viewership passed cable for the first time ever in July

Article
Aug 19, 2022

Streaming hits a major milestone: Time spent streaming beat out broadcast and cable for the first time ever last month.

Disney+ hikes prices and sets fees for its ad-supported tier—beating Netflix out of the gate

Article
Aug 11, 2022

Disney+ gets out in front of Netflix: When it comes to launching and announcing pricing for its ad-supported tier, that is.

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The Daily: Why CTV is having its moment, 'issue advocacy' segments, and shopping while streaming

Audio
Jul 27, 2022

On today's episode, we discuss why connected TV (CTV) is having its moment, what kinds of targeting capabilities exist, and what measurement metrics matter most. "In Other News," we talk about bringing "issue advocacy" segments to TV and what to make of Roku and Walmart teaming up to make streaming the next online shopping destination. Tune in to the discussion with Jeff Teng, vice president, business development at MNTN, and our analyst Evelyn Mitchell.

The NFL flexes its streaming power, but its game plan has lots of caveats

Article
Jul 26, 2022

The NFL’s streaming service is full of ifs and buts: Deals with other streamers complicate the league’s attempt to flex its viewership.

Netflix loses nearly 1 million subscribers in Q2, will launch ads in early 2023

Netflix loses nearly 1 million subscribers in Q2, will launch ads in early 2023

Article
Jul 20, 2022

Netflix losses deepen as it bets on an ad-supported future: An early 2023 ad launch is good news for marketers, but may not be enough to reverse churn.

Everything you need to know about Netflix and Microsoft’s ad partnership

Article
Jul 14, 2022

Netflix announces its long-awaited ad partner: The streamer’s partnership with Microsoft will ease anxiety about its rushed ad-supported tier.

Disney and The Trade Desk strike a landmark streaming ad deal

Article
Jul 12, 2022

The streaming advertising race just got tighter: A partnership between Disney and The Trade Desk could reshape the streaming landscape.

The Daily: Is traditional TV on the ropes, smart TV viewing behavior, and the MLS-Apple TV+ deal

Audio
Jul 11, 2022

On today's episode, we discuss how much sports are helping to keep traditional TV alive, how many Americans still have cable, and when (if ever) streaming will kill TV. "In Other News," we talk about the impact of smart TVs on viewing behavior and the significance of the Major League Soccer (MLS) and Apple TV+ deal. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Paul Verna.

Connected TV poised to gain US viewership and advertiser interest

Article
Jul 05, 2022

Connected TV to draw users and time spent in the US: CTV is vying with smartphones and tablets for consumer attention while generating advertiser interest, our forecast shows.

Apple TV+ leans into quality, Prime Video tries to reset, and Disney+ stays the course

Apple TV+ leans into quality, Prime Video tries to reset, and Disney+ stays the course

Article
Jun 30, 2022

Apple TV+ competes on quality: Meanwhile, Prime Video is adjusting its strategy, while Disney+ maintains the status quo.

The Daily: How TV has transformed brands, crypto pulls back on marketing, and Roku's power

Audio
Jun 27, 2022

On today's episode, we discuss how TV has transformed brands and how marketers should be thinking about investing in linear versus streaming in 2022. "In Other News," we talk about the significance of cryptocurrency companies pulling back on marketing spend and why some think Roku is abusing its power. Tune in to the discussion with founder and CEO of Marketing Architects Chuck Hengel and our analyst Ross Benes.

CTV is fueling the US TV ad industry

CTV is fueling the US TV ad industry

Article
Jun 14, 2022

US linear TV ad spending will hit $68.35 billion this year and fall to $64.94 billion in 2026. Despite that decline, ad spending on linear and connected TV (CTV) combined will increase from $87.24 billion this year to more than $100 billion in 2026 due to the surge in CTV viewing.

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