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Fox News Ratings Decline Amid Competition from CNN and MS NOW

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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What happened

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According to Adweek TV Newser, Fox News ratings fell 17% in the third quarter of 2026 compared to the second quarter. The channel also saw a 17% decline compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, CNN and MS NOW showed increases compared to both the previous quarter and last year.

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Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

Declining viewership for Fox News could lead to reduced advertising revenue and market position. Conversely, the increases shown by CNN and MS NOW could translate to higher advertising revenue and market share for those channels.

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Who's involved

  • Fox NewsAmerican cable television news channel experiencing rating decline
  • CNNAmerican news channel showing increased viewership
  • MS NOWAmerican television news channel showing increased viewership

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • Fox NewsSpeculative

    Might face reduced advertising revenue and market position due to declining viewership.

  • CNNSpeculative

    Could see strengthened media portfolio valuation due to increased viewership.

  • MS NOWSpeculative

    May gain higher advertising revenue and market share from increased viewership.

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