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Is Streaming Actually Cheaper Than Cable? We Do the Math

November 03, 2022

With its contracts and fees, cable TV is nowhere near cheap. Though streaming services are the new norm, paying for multiple subscriptions -- or even a live TV streaming service like DirecTV Stream -- can rival your cable bill. According to a July 2022 study from Parks Associates, roughly one-quarter of American households subscribe to nine or more streaming services, while 50% of us have at least four.

From the article, "Is Streaming Actually Cheaper Than Cable? We Do the Math" by Kourtnee Jackson.

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Is Streaming Actually Cheaper Than Cable? We Do the Math

Previously In The News

Forecast: US subscription TV revenue at $190.7bn in 2030

Parks Associates forecasts $190.7 billion in U.S. subscription video revenue by 2030

Alexa+ Hits the Web: Amazon’s AI Butler Goes Browser-Native

Competitive Info: Even Ad-Supported Streaming Tiers Are Costing More.

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