Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
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Community newspaper publishers are faring slightly better than their metropolitan counterparts, as they aim to focus on regional interests, such as sports or arts. This trend will continue over the next five years; however, the threat of digital media and social networks will continue to hamper industry revenue. Companies that have the resources to adapt rapidly to new technologies will fare best in this competitive landscape.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Key Buyers Chapter
The Community Newspaper Publishing industry has a low concentration of ownership. The top four players in this industry are expected to account for less than 25.0% of industry revenue in 2011. Over the past five years, industry concentration remained stable overall, having increased in the first couple of years and declined since the recession. Larger companies sold unprofitable ventures during the recession to keep positive profit margins. Individual firms tend to be very small, with the majority having circulation of 15,000 or less... purchase to read more