Friday, October 4, 2024

Money

Primetime TV, Cable Upfront Revenues Stay Soft

Broadcast television networks and cable ad upfront revenues continue to soften.

NatGeo Says Deal Means it Can Do More

The value of the deal with 21st Century Fox gives Nat Geo more resources.
21st Century Fox

The Finances of Nat Geo, 21st Century Fox Expanded Deal

Nat Geo and 21st Century Fox are significantly expanding their relationship.

Does Consolidation Ease Pressure on TV?

Shifting industry dynamics are bringing pressure to bear on television.
Marci Ryvicker

Media General, Meredith Talk Synergies

Media General, Meredith executives predict $60 million in synergies.
Michael O'Rielly

O’Rielly Favors Fees for Government Spectrum Users

FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly favors Agency Spectrum Fees.

TV Groups Urge Veto of CA Drone Ban

TV stations protest a California bill to ban drones for news gathering.

Revenue Split at Issue With Web, Local TV

Apple is in talks with TV network programmers for its Web-TV service.
CNN

CNN Raising Rates for GOP Debate

CNN is charging higher ad rates for spot time in the upcoming GOP debate.

Retrans Review Draws Mixed Review

Reactions are mixed to the FCC's Retransmission Consent NPRM.
Nexstar Broadcasting Group

Nexstar CFO to Speak at Benchmark Event

Nexstar Broadcasting Group EVP/CFO Thomas Carter will speak at the Benchmark financial conference.
FCC

FCC Determines Confidential Merger Treatment

The FCC takes baby steps to begin reviewing the Time Warner-Charter merger.

Cable Contributes $386 Billion to Economy

The cable industry had an economic impact of $386 billion in 2014.

Broadcasters Foundation Works

The Broadcasters Foundation reminds us it helped radio and TV folks after Hurricane Katrina.

Gray to Buy KCRG(TV)

Gray reached an agreement with The Gazette Company to buy KCRG(TV).