Streaming’s share of viewing has increased from 44.1% to 53.8% in Q2 since 2021, according to Vizio’s latest report. Meanwhile, cable/satellite’s share has fallen from 46.9% to 37.1%.
In addition to presenting audiences with a familiar, cable-like experience, FAST channels are built to be adjusted quickly and accommodate shifting audience demand, Nielsen said in its latest report.
Total TV usage in the United States trended down another 1.9% in April. Yet despite this drop, an active news cycle contributed to a second month of share gains for cable, according to Nielsen.