The New York Times Regional Media Group seemed to be anticipating continued difficulties when it announced 2009's 2.5% pay cuts stay in place for next year. Ad revenue declines are
expected to slow but continue.
Radio ad revenue next year will likely come in flat compared with 2009 or down slightly, Fitch said, while outdoor advertising should begin a "slow recovery" later in the year. One broadcast net is expected by Finch to go all cable by 201; NBC and ABC were cited as the most logical candidates.
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