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The broadcasting cable TV market is estimated to grow by USD 35.4 billion at a CAGR of 2.11% between 2024 and 2028. The media landscape is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the increasing development of over-the-top (OTT) platforms by TV broadcasters. This shift is in response to the rising adoption of smart TVs and the demand for improved distribution infrastructure. OTT platforms allow viewers to access content directly over the internet, bypassing traditional cable and satellite TV providers. This trend is expected to continue, as more content creators and distributors recognize the benefits of reaching audiences directly and on their own terms. The convenience and flexibility offered by OTT platforms have made them a popular choice among consumers, particularly among younger demographics. As a result, traditional TV providers must adapt to remain competitive in this evolving market.
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Live streaming of sporting events, news, and live concerts via mobile applications has gained significant traction, with satellite TV segment continuing to dominate the market. Advertising revenue channel remains a significant financial element, with multi-year multi-platform agreements and alliances and combinations with global sports leagues. Technological progress, international sports events, and regulatory obstacles are some of the factors shaping the cable TV market. Technological disruptions, such as streaming services and interactive TV, pose challenges, while high infrastructure costs remain a concern. In conclusion, cable TV marketing is a complex interplay of consumer preference, technological progress, and financial elements. Service providers must navigate regulatory obstacles and technological disruptions to deliver compelling content and innovative services, while maintaining profitability. Our researchers analyzed the data with 2023 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.
Increasing development of their own OTT platforms by TV broadcasters is notably driving market growth. The broadcasting cable TV market is experiencing significant growth due to the strategic initiatives taken by service providers. Broadcasters are expanding their offerings beyond traditional cable and satellite TV segments by developing their own Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms. These platforms provide access to vast content libraries, enabling consumers to choose content based on their preferences. Predictive analytics models integrated into media platforms allow for the curation of specialized programming, such as news, entertainment, sports, kids, music, documentaries, and specialized programming. Bundled packages offering internet connectivity with TV channel subscriptions are gaining popularity. These packages provide new revenue streams for broadcasters and help mitigate cord-cutting scenarios. Live streaming of sporting events, news, and live concerts is another significant driver of market growth. Mobile applications and streaming services have further expanded the reach of broadcasting, allowing consumers to access content on-demand.
Expansion in OTT delivery systems is the key trend in the market. The broadcasting industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of cable TV and satellite TV being complemented by the increasing popularity of over-the-top (OTT) media services. Service providers are offering bundled packages that include both traditional broadcasting and streaming applications to cater to consumer preferences. Broadcasters are expanding their content libraries to include live streaming of sporting events, news, live concerts, and specialized programming. This technological progress has led to multi-year multi-platform agreements with global sports leagues and international sports events. OTT services, such as streaming applications, have gained traction among consumers, with significant growth in the number of users for platforms like YouTube, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Netflix. Advertising revenue channels are also being explored through these services, providing an additional financial element for broadcasters. However, regulatory obstacles and technological disruptions pose challenges, along with high infrastructure costs.
Stringent rules and regulations by FCC is the major challenge that affects the growth of the market. The global broadcasting cable TV market encompasses service providers offering bundled packages that include access to broadcasters' content libraries, catering to diverse user preferences. Predictive analytics models are employed to deliver personalized recommendations, enhancing consumer experience. The Satellite TV segment continues to dominate, with live streaming of sporting events, news, and concerts being key drivers. Mobile applications and streaming services are gaining traction, offering convenience and interactive features. Advertising revenue is a significant channel, with multi-year multi-platform agreements in place for global sports leagues and international sports events. Technological progress, alliances, and combinations shape the financial elements of the market, while regulatory obstacles and technological disruptions pose challenges. High infrastructure costs remain a concern, necessitating continuous innovation. News, entertainment, sports, kids, music, documentaries, and specialized programming are the primary content categories.
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth analysis strategies.
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Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
AT and T Inc.: The company offers a seamless, integrated experience, providing customers with a wide range of TV channels, on-demand content, and high-speed internet. This strategic approach sets it apart in the competitive cable TV.
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Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The market share growth in the advertising segment will be significant during the forecast period. The global broadcasting cable TV market is segmented into service providers, with two primary revenue channels: advertising and subscription. In 2023, the advertising segment dominated the market due to the expansion of cable TV and satellite TV networks into remote areas and rural households. Advertising revenue is generated by selling ad space, which is a common monetization method for both online and offline businesses. Broadcasters leverage this model to generate substantial income through cable TV channels, primarily by airing commercials between shows. Key content offerings, such as live sporting events, news, concerts, and specialized programming, contribute significantly to the appeal of cable TV.
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The advertising segment was valued at USD 234 billion in 2018. Technological progress, including streaming applications, mobile applications, and predictive analytics models, influences consumer preferences. Global sports leagues and international sports events further fuel content consumption. Alliances and combinations among service providers, financial elements, regulatory obstacles, and technological disruptions pose challenges. High infrastructure costs are another significant consideration. Despite these challenges, cable TV, satellite TV, over-the-air (OTA) broadcasting, traditional broadcasting, streaming services, interactive TV, audio, and various genres like news, entertainment, sports, kids, music, and documentaries continue to shape the broadcasting landscape.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 27% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. Another region offering significant growth is North America. The market is expected to continue to dominate during the forecast period owing to the increasing adoption of OTT media streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime and their ability to offer specially curated content according to the user. The broadcasting cable TV market is expected to grow significantly in North America during the forecast period, owing to the increasing number of cable and satellite TV channels, the huge presence of broadcasting companies and satellite manufacturers, and a wide media and entertainment industry. Moreover, the growing cultural diversity in North America has led to a rise in the number of broadcast channels, which, in turn, has boosted the demand for broadcasting equipment in North America.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD billion " for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.
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Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
154 |
Base year |
2023 |
Historic period |
2018-2022 |
Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 2.11% |
Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 35.4 billion |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
2.06 |
Regional analysis |
North America, APAC, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
APAC at 27% |
Key countries |
US, China, Japan, UK, and Germany |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Alphabet Inc., AT and T Inc., BroadbandTV Corp., Comcast Corp., DISH Network L.L.C., Gray Television Inc., Netflix Inc., RTL Group SA, SES SA, Tokyo Broadcasting System International Inc., Verizon Communications Inc., Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., and Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, market trends and analysis, market report , market forecast, market analysis and report, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for forecast period |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Revenue Stream
7 Market Segmentation by Application
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints
11 Competitive Landscape
12 Competitive Analysis
13 Appendix
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