Streaming Services to Surpass Broadcasters in Global Content Spending for First Time in 2025
A new report predicts streaming platforms will account for 39% of global content investment, outpacing commercial broadcasters' 37% share.
- Ampere Analysis forecasts global content spending to reach $248 billion in 2025, a 0.4% increase from 2024.
- Streaming services are expected to invest $95 billion in content, marking a 6% increase from the previous year.
- This shift reflects declining ad revenues and viewership for traditional broadcasters, particularly in the U.S., while streaming continues to grow.
- Outside the U.S., commercial broadcasters have shown resilience, maintaining steady content investment levels.
- The report highlights the changing dynamics of the entertainment industry as consumer demand increasingly shifts toward digital platforms.