Vinyl sales topped $1B in 2025 while CD units jumped 16% in H1 2026 to 16.3M. Driven by superfans, variants and collectibility, physical formats thrive alongside streaming. Younger buyers treat discs as aesthetic statements and direct artist support.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr wants to repeal the 39% national TV ownership cap, replacing it with case-by-case reviews. The August 6 vote could spur consolidation among broadcasters like Nexstar and Sinclair but faces legal challenges and criticism that it will erode local news. Critics including Commissioner Anna Gomez and Sen. Elizabeth Warren argue the move is unlawful and favors allies.
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