U.S. Congress

Who In DC Wants A Video Marketplace Check?

A hearing to evaluate the current state of the video marketplace in light of the proposed Time Warner/AT&T deal is requested

Look Who Alpha Media Just Promoted And Hired

The Portland, Ore.-based radio broadcaster promoted Milt McConnell and lured an industry vet from Seattle

Amazon Flows Downhill On A Downbeat Friday

The RBR Radio Index fell 2.389, or 0.41%, to 574.006. The TVBR Television Index rose 5.512, or 0.64%, to 865.463.

Why Are Political Dollars Off In Sacramento?

"The political dollars just aren't as robust as people thought it would be," says one market exec
SBS / Spanish Broadcasting System

This Miami TV Station Just Avoided An $8M Verdict

Mega TV unknowingly purchased a pirated copy of a feature film it aired in 2013, but shouldn't be liable for damages

Is Frustration Up Over Nexstar/Media General OK Delay?

The Department of Justice gave its blessing to Nexstar Broadcast Group’s merger acquisition of Media General Corp. – so long as

Why Is iHeart Delaying Its Q3 Results By A Week?

The company originally said it would release its Q3 results on Nov. 2, before moving it late Wednesday
Meredith

Why Did Meredith Slide On Good Fiscal Q1 News?

Poor revenue for its female-targeted print and digital brands including SHAPE sent shares downward Thursday
Gannett

Why Did Media Stocks Slide? Thank Tronc and Gannett

The Gannett-Tronc deal is reportedly off, and as a result media stocks sank in Thursday's trading
Wall Street / Trading Floor

RBR +TVBR Quarterly Earnings Calendar

Quarterly earnings calls have been scheduled for a host of radio and TV companies

The Seven Reasons Why Sales Managers Fail

If you are a sales manager or VP, these issues have likely caused problems for you or others you know.
Money Tree

Is Radio On A Solid Revenue Rebound?

Overall radio dollars are set to increase after a flat year. But, political ad spending is the driver.

This Study Shows Audio Outpacing Video By 2020

According to Activate, video time is moderating, with audio time growing at a faster pace
Sold

Look Who’s Far From Mad In Wisconsin

Religious noncomm divests two translators set to move to Wisconsin’s state capital

Here’s Why Programmatic Is Vital For Local TV

BIA/Kelsey panelists see digital ad buying as a win-win for TV and CMOs