Liberty Media Informs SiriusXM Of Intent To Consolidate Stock
A special committee of independent directors at SiriusXM Holdings Inc. is currently reviewing a non-binding proposal to merge the company's shares with a group of tracking stocks representing Liberty Media's stake. The companies have four stocks listings representing the group.
Study: Podcasts Should Lean On AM/FM For Fast Growth
New research indicates a strong correlation between AM/FM radio listenership and podcast consumption, highlighting the advantages of cross-promotion. The study, conducted by MARU/Matchbox, explores the potential of AM/FM radio promos in increasing podcast awareness.
FCC and Apple City Broadcasting Reach Ownership Settlement
The Federal Communications Commission Media Bureau and Apple City Broadcasting Company, Inc., the licensee of WACB-AM and WTLK-AM in Taylorsville, NC, have settled issues concerning the transfer of control of Apple City after the death of its owner.
Bobby Caldwell Expands East Arkansas Footprint With $1.1m Deal
Arkansas radio owner Bobby Caldwell is set to acquire multiple radio stations in the northeastern part of the state. Through his Bobby D. Caldwell Revocable Trust, the entrepreneur is set to acquire six stations for a total of $1.1 million from Harold Sudbury.
Wilmington’s Mix 99.5 Radiothon Raises Big Cash For Kids
Beasley Media Group Wilmington's Mix 99.5 FM WJBR successfully raised $323,278 for Nemours Children’s Hospital during its 13th annual Help Our Kids Radiothon. The event was held over two days, from September 21st to 22nd, at the hospital and in-studio.
Budget Cell Carrier Gives Radio An Ad Play Boost
The radio advertising sector continues to hold weight headed into Q4 as a new leader emerges for the week of September 18-24. Media Monitors reveals that the total spot plays for the top five national radio advertisers reached 220,735.
Radio’s Revenue Decline To Slow In 2024 Amid ‘Renewed Interest’
With all the financial headwinds of 2023, one of the first big forecasts for 2024 has good - but not great - news for radio. According to the latest predictions by Borrell Associates, radio is facing a projected 2.3% decline next year, improving from a 2.8% decline.
SBS Holds Onto TV Division After Buyer Breach
Spanish Broadcasting System has officially terminated its $64 million deal to sell Mega TV to Voz Media. The transaction was set to close on September 15. the decision to abort the sale was outlined in a "Material Change Report" filed with the SEC.
How To Avoid “Chicken Out” Syndrome
(By Pat Bryson) In previous articles, we have discussed selling long-term agreements as a way to increase the effectiveness of our clients’ campaigns. Part of the process of selling long-term is managing our clients' expectations.
Showcasing Your Market
(By Marc Greenspan) Most of the aspects of profiling your listeners can be applied to analyzing your market via the “market totals” at the bottom of most reports from your audience data software - helping show the Power of Radio in your market.
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