MediaTalk

S&P Global Market Intelligence analysts and reporters take a deep dive into issues facing the evolving media landscape. Tune in for interviews with industry insiders and analysts as well as brief outlooks for the TMT sector. If you are interested in learning more about TMT/SPGMI offerings, please visit https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/campaigns/tmt

  1. 1日前

    What's Driving TV Subscriber Satisfaction in 2026?

    In an age of ongoing cord-cutting, "MediaTalk" sits down with S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan analyst Brian Bacon to break down who is subscribing to what video service and why based on the latest insights from the Kagan Consumer Insights survey. The numbers tell an interesting story: overall US TV satisfaction jumped from 34% to 39% year-over-year, with virtual providers like YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV leading the pack. But here's where it gets intriguing — Charter's Seamless Entertainment hybrid model, bundling traditional cable with ad-supported streaming services, is showing promising satisfaction rates among subscribers who use the included SVOD options. The conversation also explores the rise of "virtual basic cable" — internet-only TV packages from operators like Charter, Comcast, and Cox that blur the lines between traditional and streaming services. With sports content remaining the ultimate satisfaction driver and bundling becoming increasingly complex, the media landscape is evolving faster than ever. The episode explores:  Are subscribers willing to juggle multiple streaming platforms to catch all their favorite sports, or is there a breaking point? Could hybrid bundles that combine traditional TV with streaming services be the future of cable — or just a temporary bridge? More S&P Global content: Virtual options provide a new take on basic cable TV MediaTalk | Season 4 | Ep. 28 - How NCTC Helps Small Operators Compete in a Consolidating Market Featured experts: Brian Bacon, research analyst on the Consumer Insights team within S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    What's Driving TV Subscriber Satisfaction in 2026?
  2. 7月30日

    What the 2026 FIFA World Cup Taught Global Media Giants Vying for 2030

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup was a resounding commercial triumph, setting a new benchmark for global sporting events. The tournament shattered revenue expectations, with projections climbing from $11 billion to a record $15 billion for the cycle. This success was driven by several factors that worked exceptionally well across geographies. What Worked: Unprecedented Viewership & Attendance: The tournament saw near-100% stadium occupancy. In the US, the final became the most-watched soccer match ever, delivering massive ratings for rights holders Fox and Telemundo. Viewership was also incredibly strong in Europe and the APAC region, despite challenging time zones. Aggressive Monetization: The introduction of in-game "hydration breaks" proved to be a financial windfall for US broadcaster Fox, contributing to a combined ad sales total of nearly $1.2 billion with Telemundo. Furthermore, FIFA's global partnerships with YouTube and TikTok successfully extended engagement and created new content opportunities. What Didn't Work So Well: Fan & Broadcaster Friction: While a commercial success in the US, the hydration breaks received a less favorable fan reaction globally, with some feeling it disrupted the game's flow. European and some APAC broadcasters were unable to monetize these breaks due to tighter advertising regulations. Technical & Logistical Hurdles: The integration of VAR technology remained a point of controversy, especially in terms of some key goals. In Europe, streaming latency continues to be an issue, diminishing the live viewing experience for audiences seconds behind the broadcast feed. Ultimately, the 2026 World Cup showcased a powerful and evolving commercial model, but also highlighted the ongoing challenge of balancing monetization and technology with the global fan experience. More S&P Global content: MediaTalk | Season 4 | Ep. 23 - FIFA World Cup 2026: Global Media Rights, Ads vs. Sponsors, and Streaming Wars The Business of Sports Frequently Asked Question: Can Hosting the World Cup Move the Economic Needle? Featured experts: Michael Johnson, research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Victor Heng, associate research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. JP O'Sullivan, research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    What the 2026 FIFA World Cup Taught Global Media Giants Vying for 2030
  3. 7月23日

    Debt, Deals, and Distribution: Inside the Media Industry's M&A Wave

    As the media industry experiences a whirlwind of M&A activity, S&P Global Ratings' Naveen Sarma sits down with "MediaTalk" host Mike Reynolds to explain what is driving the spike in activity. From Nexstar-Tegna's legal limbo to Charter's $34.5 billion Cox acquisition, and Paramount Skydance's blockbuster play for Warner Bros. Discovery, consolidation is reshaping the industry. The driving force? Scale. Companies need scale in content, global reach, and distribution to compete in an increasingly globalized streaming world. But there's a catch: leverage. These mega-deals are being fueled by a combination of debt and private credit, and Sarma warns that high leverage ratios could impact credit ratings and long-term viability. Meanwhile, Comcast's potential NBCU spin-off signals the end of vertical integration in US media and distribution — a strategy that captured CEO imaginations for two decades. With foreign investment, state attorneys general and strategic repositioning all in play, the next year will be critical for media companies navigating this transformation. More S&P Global content: Comcast Ratings Placed On CreditWatch Negative Following Announcement Of Split The Ratings Implications of Paramount's Proposed Capital Structure Featured experts: Naveen Sarma, S&P Global Ratings Managing Director and Sector Lead, Media and Telecom, North America Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    Debt, Deals, and Distribution: Inside the Media Industry's M&A Wave
  4. 6月18日

    Connected TV Money Moves: Fox's Roku Bet and AVOD's Growing Share of Ad Spend

    "MediaTalk" host Mike Reynolds sits down with Kagan's Justin Nielson and Seth Shafer to break down some of the major themes reshaping media right now, including Fox's purchase of Roku, advertising-based video on demand's (AVOD's) continued ascent, the migration of sports rights and the maturation of the streaming market. First, they unpack Fox's acquisition of Roku, framing it as a strategic advertising and connected TV expansion. With Roku already heavily driven by ad revenue, the deal signals how Fox is chasing ad dollars — and audience scale — without taking on the full burden of streaming subscription competition. Next, the conversation turns to AVOD growth. Nielson and Shafer highlight why ad-supported models are gaining traction as consumers face rising streaming costs. AVOD is increasingly becoming a durable revenue engine, even as ad spend patterns continue to evolve. Finally, they explore sports streaming maturity: rights are shifting, but linear still dominates many live events. As more sports move to streaming, how much migration is actually happening versus what still remains stubbornly linear — and what does that mean potential regulatory and legislative efforts? More S&P Global content: Kagan Research Kagan Media & Telecom Summit Preview: Streaming, Sports Rights, Broadband, M&A Outlook for 2026 Featured experts: Justin Nielson, head of Kagan Research at S&P Global Market Intelligence. Seth Shafer, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James

    Connected TV Money Moves: Fox's Roku Bet and AVOD's Growing Share of Ad Spend

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S&P Global Market Intelligence analysts and reporters take a deep dive into issues facing the evolving media landscape. Tune in for interviews with industry insiders and analysts as well as brief outlooks for the TMT sector. If you are interested in learning more about TMT/SPGMI offerings, please visit https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/campaigns/tmt

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