Hispanic Influence: New Heights, Missed Opportunities
A new Nielsen report underscores the power of Latino consumers. Yet “total market” radio and TV failed in its coverage of an icon’s passing.
Shareholders OK Sirius XM Canada Privatization
According to The Globe and Mail, two-thirds of all minority shareholders supported an effort to go private. Minority shareholders were livid.
Saga Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Saga's Board of Directors has given the green light to a quarterly cash dividend of 30 cents per share for its Class A and Class B shares.
Galaxy Grows With Suds And Vines
The first purchase outside of Central New York for a privately held operator of AM and FM radio stations is for beer and wine.
Nielsen Affirms August PPM Data For L.A.
An analysis, which reviewed all months in 2016, shows there was "zero impact on total radio listening."
FCC Goes In Reverse: Stage 2 Set For Auction
Stage 2 of the FCC’s spectrum incentive auction will see, as expected, a lower clearing target of 114 MHz.
TRANSACTIONS TODAY: Galaxy, Beasley
Galaxy Communications scores a translator in Vermont for an AM in Central N.Y. In Florida, Beasley closes on a “faithful” property.
Auction ‘Unsurprising, Albeit Disappointing To Some’
A PwC strategy and consulting group principal believes the results of the Forward Auction are in line with spending commitments.
Charter Gets A ‘Buy’ In New Coverage
Guggenheim analysts are now covering Charter Communications, and they've set a "buy" rating for the MSO's stock.
Flip This Stick: Cumulus Deal Nets ‘Stunning’ Boost
A woman in New Mexico is flipping an FM translator she just agreed to buy for a huge profit. The buyer? Cumulus Media.
FCC Slams The Brakes On Forward Auction
With just $410 million bid on Tuesday, a stop has been put to Stage 1 of the forward auction. Bidding was far below what the FCC had hoped for.
FCC Application Fees Now 1.8% Higher
The Commission enacted the new fees yesterday. The rise in costs is mandated to reflect changes in the CPI.
Sinclair TV Closes $400 Million Debt Offering
The Sinclair Broadcast Group arm is using the proceeds for a $377.2 million redemption of its 6.375% senior unsecured notes due 2021.
‘Traffic & Weather Together’ For TTWN, Baron
A multi-year deal between the companies allows media clients to benefit from combined weather and traffic data.
Conn. Stations Choose JVC for Live Election Coverage
Two Connecticut PEG channels will produce live local election coverage using JVC cameras.