As streaming services chase profitability, kids’ content is king

As streaming services chase profitability, kids’ content is king

Cartoon characters from the children’s show “Bluey” are displayed during the Brand Licensing Europe event at ExCel, in London, Oct. 4, 2023. John Keeble | Getty Images News | Getty Images In the battle among streaming services to capture and keep subscribers, kids’ shows like “CoComelon” and “Bluey” are becoming …

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Trump’s trade war is giving renewed importance to advertising Upfronts

Trump’s trade war is giving renewed importance to advertising Upfronts

Michelle Monaghan, Leslie Bibb, and Carrie Coon in ‘The White Lotus’ on HBO.  Courtesy: Fabio Lovino | HBO Media companies are staring down widespread economic uncertainty as their annual pitch to advertisers and marketers kicks off. This week legacy entertainment giants including Comcast’s NBCUniversal, Fox Corp. and Warner Bros. Discovery will …

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13 anonymous media executives make predictions for the new year

13 anonymous media executives make predictions for the new year

Bob Iger, CEO of Disney (L), and Brian Roberts, CEO of Comcast (R). Getty Images Ho, ho, ho! It’s a holiday tradition: Anonymous media executives make their 2025 industry predictions. In honor of the 12 days of Christmas, we give you 12 predictions from some of the most powerful media …

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Disney stock surges on streaming growth, guidance

Disney stock surges on streaming growth, guidance

In Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust meet new emotions. Disney | Pixar Disney reported its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings Thursday, narrowly beating analyst estimates as streaming growth helped propel its entertainment segment.  The streaming business’ growth and profitability — combined with a blockbuster summer …

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