Newspaper Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 83.28 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 77.85 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | -1.33 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Europe |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Newspaper Market Analysis
The Newspaper Industry is expected to decline from USD 83.28 billion in 2024 to USD 77.85 billion by 2029.
The purpose of the newspaper industry is to provide information on current events worldwide. The newspaper industry is transitioning from traditional print toward digital technology, as most people prefer digital and mobile mediums. Print media continues to be an attractive option for image advertisers and premium segment readers across the world. Diversification of revenue sources has become a key concern for global publishers as traditional business models are under pressure to generate revenues. The newspaper industry is driven by digital publishing, diversification of revenue sources, shifting distribution channels, strategic partnerships, and convergent platforms. Virtual reality (VR) is another area of focus for the global newspaper industry. Publishers are also focusing on building internal data and analytics capability.
Print revenues account for a significant share of total market revenue. As a result, publishers are willing to innovate, experiment, and try new things in the marketplace. There is also an emerging need, especially for the newspaper industry, to play up its long-standing relationship with quality information. Trust in journalists and good quality journalism are rising on online platforms. However, in the current environment, advertisers are presenting on social media platforms instead of digital newspapers. As a result, newspapers, in order to fund their businesses, are looking for ways to adjust to subscription models in the digital world.
Newspaper Market Trends
The Digital Newspaper and Advertising Markets are Expected to Grow Faster in the Newspaper Industry
Newspapers are reaching across various channels, such as mobile, digital advertising technology, video content, digital audio/porn, and data analytics /data mining. Digital platforms act as a medium between the publisher and the reader. Newspapers of all media and entertainment segments face the challenge of digital content as they directly compete with the amount of free online content and other forms of content. Digital platforms continue to generate revenue from digital readers within the market. Digital revenues are expected to grow at a faster pace than the print revenue within the newspaper market. Big giants such as Google and Facebook are disrupting the market with their services and are increasing their market shares.
Publishers are extracting valuable information from websites to benefit their clients, distributors, and stakeholders. Digital-first publishers invest heavily in building internal data and analytics tools to exploit the digital market.
Asia-Pacific is the Largest Market for Newspapers
The growth of the Asia-Pacific market is driven by the advancement of print and digital media. The market is also driven by the development of the emerging economy, the middle class, and the population's education. As Asia-Pacific's population continues to grow in terms of education, the consumption of newspapers and digital content will continue to grow. The print media industry in India is steadily growing, while in other markets, it has largely been replaced by digital media. Some countries like the United States and the United Kingdom have seen negative growth in their print media industries as more people have started to use digital platforms. In the market, people are becoming aware of fake news online and returning to sources that can provide authentic and credible news, which helps build their trust.
Newspaper Industry Overview
The newspaper industry is fragmented, and more publishers are looking for ways to increase their revenues from readers as there is a decline in advertising revenue. They are forming global advertisement partnerships to compete with tech titans like Google in the market. The major market players are Gannett Co. Inc., Fairfax Media Limited, The New York Times Company, Axel Springer SE, and Schibsted Media Group.
Newspaper Market Leaders
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Gannett Co., Inc.
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Fairfax Media Limited
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The New York Times Company
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Axel Springer SE
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Schibsted Media Group
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Newspaper Market News
- January 2024: The Big Ten Conference, the United States’ oldest Division I college athletic conference, partnered with the USA TODAY Network to become the Big Ten’s official content partner for a new multi-year agreement between Gannett Co. Inc. and the Big Ten Conference.
- August 2023: PressReader, the all-you-can-read platform for newspapers and magazines, announced an expansion of its relationship with Gannett Company Inc. This leading subscription-based and digital-first media company offers expanded content.
Newspaper Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
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4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.2.1 Shift from Print to Digital Landscape Transforming the Market's Growth
- 4.2.2 Social and Political Climate Boosting the Market
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4.3 Market Restraints
- 4.3.1 Declining Print Circulation Barrier to Market
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4.4 Market Opportunities
- 4.4.1 Advancement of Technology will be in High Demand
- 4.5 Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 4.6 Insights into Types of Publishers
- 4.7 Insights into Number of Readers and Revenues per Subscribers
- 4.8 Government Regulations in the Market
- 4.9 Key Associations and Partnerships in the Newspaper Industry
- 4.10 Technological Disruption in the Market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 By Platform
- 5.1.1 Print
- 5.1.2 Digital
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5.2 By Business Model
- 5.2.1 Subscription
- 5.2.2 Advertising
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5.3 By Geography
- 5.3.1 North America
- 5.3.1.1 United States
- 5.3.1.2 Canada
- 5.3.1.3 Rest of North America
- 5.3.2 Europe
- 5.3.2.1 Europe
- 5.3.2.2 Russia
- 5.3.2.3 United Kingdom
- 5.3.2.4 Rest of Europe
- 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.3.1 Japan
- 5.3.3.2 China
- 5.3.3.3 India
- 5.3.3.4 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.4 Middle East and Africa
- 5.3.4.1 United Arab Emirates
- 5.3.4.2 Saudi Arabia
- 5.3.4.3 South Africa
- 5.3.4.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa
- 5.3.4.5
- 5.3.5
- 5.3.6 South America
- 5.3.6.1 Brazil
- 5.3.6.2 Chile
- 5.3.6.3 Rest of South America
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Market Concentration Overview
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6.2 Company Profiles
- 6.2.1 Gannett Co. Inc.
- 6.2.2 Fairfax Media
- 6.2.3 The New York Times
- 6.2.4 Axel Springer SE
- 6.2.5 Schibsted Media Group
- 6.2.6 APN News and Media
- 6.2.7 Daily Mail and General Trust
- 6.2.8 Dogan Yayin Holding
- 6.2.9 Gruppo Editoriale L'Espresso
- 6.2.10 Johnston Press
- 6.2.11 Hachette Book Group
- 6.2.12 HarperCollins
- 6.2.13 Macmillan
- 6.2.14 Penguin Random House
- 6.2.15 Simon & Schuster*
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNTIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US
** Subject To AvailablityNewspaper Industry Segmentation
A daily or weekly newspaper includes news, opinion pieces, features, and advertisements. The report covers traditional newspaper and advertising companies, and it is segmented by platform, business model, and geography. The market is further segmented into print and digital. The market business model is further segmented into subscription and advertising. The market, by geography, is further segmented by North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East and Africa. The report offers market size and forecasts for the newspaper industry in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.
| By Platform | ||
| Digital | ||
| By Business Model | Subscription | |
| Advertising | ||
| By Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Rest of North America | ||
| By Geography | Europe | Europe |
| Russia | ||
| United Kingdom | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| By Geography | Asia-Pacific | Japan |
| China | ||
| India | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| By Geography | Middle East and Africa | United Arab Emirates |
| Saudi Arabia | ||
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | ||
| By Geography | ||
| South America | Brazil | |
| Chile | ||
| Rest of South America |
Newspaper Market Research FAQs
What is the current Newspaper Industry size?
In 2024, the Newspaper Industry size is expected to reach USD 83.28 billion.
Who are the key players in Newspaper Industry?
Gannett Co., Inc., Fairfax Media Limited, The New York Times Company, Axel Springer SE and Schibsted Media Group are the major companies operating in the Newspaper Industry.
Which is the fastest growing region in Newspaper Industry?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Newspaper Industry?
In 2024, the Europe accounts for the largest market share in Newspaper Industry.
What years does this Newspaper Industry cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Newspaper Industry size was estimated at USD 84.39 billion. The report covers the Newspaper Industry historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Newspaper Industry size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Newspaper Industry Report
Statistics for the 2024 Newspaper market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Newspaper analysis includes a market forecast outlook to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
