Sports rights now account for 14% of total TV revenue, underlining the premium value of live sport as broadcasters battle for subscribers and viewer loyalty.
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Broadcasters in Germany, Italy, and France acquire high-profile titles including "Roswell: The Final Evidence," "Foo Fighters," "Decoding Turner," and "Off Earth," strengthening Espresso’s presence across key European markets.
Italy’s public broadcaster Rai reached 8.4 million viewers (40.6% share) in the first three months of 2025, marking a 2% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
While total external revenue rose 2% to £1.65 billion, ITV Studios grew 9% year-on-year to reach £1 billion in revenue, offsetting a 9% drop in total advertising revenue and flat performance from digital platform ITVX.