Fox News Digital Extends Dominance with 60 Consecutive Months of Multiplatform Leadership
Event summary
- Fox News Digital led all news brands with 3.5 billion multiplatform minutes in February 2026, marking 60 consecutive months of dominance.
- The platform saw 37% year-over-year growth in unique visitors, reaching 165 million in February 2026.
- Fox News YouTube channel delivered 370 million video views, surpassing competitors like CNN and ABC News.
- Fox News Mobile app attracted 6.6 million unique viewers, nearly double that of CNN's mobile app.
- FoxBusiness.com ranked third in the business news competitive set with 172.1 million multiplatform minutes.
The big picture
Fox News Digital's continued dominance underscores the shifting landscape of news consumption towards digital and multiplatform engagement. The platform's ability to consistently outperform competitors like CNN and The New York Times highlights its strategic advantage in content delivery and audience interaction. As traditional media faces declining viewership, Fox News' digital-first approach positions it as a leader in the evolving media industry.
What we're watching
- Sustainability of Growth
- Whether Fox News Digital can maintain its 37% year-over-year growth amid increasing competition and changing media consumption habits.
- Content Strategy
- How Fox News will leverage high-engagement events like the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran to sustain viewership and interaction rates.
- Platform Diversification
- The pace at which Fox News expands its digital and mobile offerings to capture a broader audience and reduce reliance on traditional broadcasting.
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