Cord Cutting Accelerates
There is even more bad news for pay television providers. Unlike 2017, subscribers signing up for cheaper online television bundles are starting to contract.
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Downfall of European Distribution
The European Commission’s Digital Single Market strategy will destroy Europe’s independent film and television market in favor of global technology companies.
Fractured Content Landscape
More and more consumers are piecing together entertainment content from multiple services rather than relying on a traditional cable television package.
Cable Television Providers are Losing Ground
Over two million U.S households cancelled cable television services in 2017. The traditional TV industry could be in for another brutal year.
Distributors Push Back Against Content Providers
Distributors push back against content providers as price increases and growing content commitments eat into profitability.
Cable Television’s Worst Quarter Ever!
After decades of stifling innovation and blocking new content delivery models, cable companies are paying a hefty price that shows no sign of stopping.
Tipping Point for Television Á LA CARTE
In Q4 2016, 77% of respondents would only like to pay for the channels they watch, up 3% y-o-y. Pricing expectations are in contrast to what they are paying.
SVOD and PayTV Value Series
The SVOD and PayTV Series reveals rare details about licensing rates at Netflix and Starz (now Lionsgate), including, subscribers, usage, availability, release windows, and more.
Last Year Canal+ Lost 500,000 Subscribers in France
With increased competition from Netflix and Amazon, Canal+ lost a half of million subscribers in France during 2016.
Netflix Hits the Great Wall of China
“Disney, which is very good in China, had their movie service shutdown. Apple had their movie service closed down. It doesn’t look good.” – Netflix CEO