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Nielsen Data Shift: Cable Up, Streaming Down?
13 Mar
Summary
- Nielsen's March 24 report uses new estimates for viewing.
- Cable and broadcast viewership will see a short-term increase.
- Streaming viewership is expected to decrease temporarily.

Nielsen's upcoming Gauge report, scheduled for release on March 24, introduces updated methodology that will impact short-term viewership figures. The report will now incorporate DASH universe estimates from the Advertising Research Foundation, an adjustment accredited by the MRC's TV committee.
This change is anticipated to temporarily boost viewership for cable and broadcast channels while causing a decrease in streaming numbers. Nielsen stated that these adjustments are intended to provide a more accurate reflection of the current television landscape.
Despite the short-term fluctuations, Nielsen expects overall viewership trends to persist, with streaming services projected to experience growth over the long term. The firm has been communicating these methodological changes to clients through various channels.




