Fox News Sets Record as Most-Watched Cable Network in Q1 2025

The network achieved historic ratings growth, dominating key demographics and securing over 100 new advertisers while CNN and MSNBC saw declines.

Fox News averaged 2.2 million weekday viewers in Q1 2025, marking its highest-rated quarter in network history, according to Nielsen Media Research.
The network captured 65% of the total day cable news audience and 66% of primetime viewers, far outpacing competitors CNN and MSNBC.
Fox News saw a 63% year-over-year increase in the advertiser-coveted 25-54 demographic in primetime, contributing to its record-breaking performance.
'The Five' was the most-watched cable news program for the quarter, averaging 4.6 million viewers, with Fox News programs occupying 14 of the top 15 spots.
More than 100 blue-chip advertisers, including Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, and Netflix, joined Fox News, signaling a shift in ad spending toward the network.