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Roku, Inc. (ROKU) is a leader in streaming entertainment, powering smart TVs and devices through its proprietary operating system. This page aggregates official company announcements and market-moving developments for investors and industry observers.
Access primary-source updates including earnings reports, content partnership announcements, and technology innovations shaping the streaming landscape. Our curated feed ensures timely access to Roku's strategic moves in device manufacturing, OS licensing, and advertising platform enhancements.
Key coverage areas include platform growth metrics, hardware updates for Roku streaming devices, and advertising technology advancements. Bookmark this page to monitor how Roku continues bridging traditional TV experience with streaming-first solutions.
Roku has achieved a significant milestone in Canada, now offering more than 150 free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels on The Roku Channel. The expanded lineup includes newly added channels such as Corner Gas Channel, CTV @ Home, CTV Laughs, and Noovo Cinéma.
The company announced upcoming additions of three new CBC News local channels (Manitoba, Quebec, and Nova Scotia), joining existing BC, Toronto, and national CBC News channels. Other notable additions include Zoomer Television, EarthDay 365, Heartland, Murdoch Mysteries, The Graham Norton Show, and The Ed Sullivan Show.
The Roku Channel, exclusively available on Roku streaming players and Roku TV Models in Canada, serves as the platform's hub for free and premium entertainment, including Roku Originals.
Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) has announced that Chief Financial Officer Dan Jedda will take part in the UBS Global Media and Communications Conference in New York. The event will feature Jedda in a fireside conversation scheduled for 10:30 AM ET on Monday, December 9.
Interested parties can access both the live webcast and replay of the conversation through Roku's Investor Relations website. This appearance at a major industry conference provides an opportunity for investors and analysts to gain insights into Roku's financial strategy and market position.
Roku announces extensive Black Friday deals starting November 21, featuring significant discounts across its product lineup. The sale includes streaming devices starting at $17.99, TVs with up to $700 off, and smart home products with substantial savings. Pro Series TV discounts range from $300-$700 off, while the popular Streaming Stick 4K will be available for $29.99. The company is also offering premium subscription deals, including 60% off Peacock Premium annual plans and promotional offers for Apple TV+, MAX, and Paramount+.
Roku announced its third quarter 2024 financial results. The company will discuss the results during a webcast conference call at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. Investors can access the live webcast in listen-only mode through Roku's investor relations website, where the quarterly letter to shareholders is also available. An archived version of the webcast will be accessible after the call.
Roku (Nasdaq: ROKU) has announced that it will release its third quarter 2024 financial results after the stock market closes on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. The company will host a live webcast of its conference call to discuss the results at 2:00 PM Pacific Time on the same day.
Investors and interested parties can access the live webcast in listen-only mode from the Roku investor relations website. For those unable to attend the live event, an archived webcast of the conference call will be made available on the Roku website following the call.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) and Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) have expanded their advertising partnership, introducing new shoppable formats and targeting capabilities for CPG advertisers. The collaboration aims to make TV moments shoppable for high-intent customers, offering:
1. Shoppable ads on Roku with direct purchase options via Instacart
2. Home Screen ad formats on Roku linking to Instacart purchases
3. Enhanced targeting using Instacart's first-party data
The partnership has shown strong results, with 52% of Roku streamers who purchased advertised products via Instacart being new-to-brand. This expansion builds on their initial 2023 collaboration, which focused on measuring TV ad impact on e-commerce purchases.
Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) has launched Roku Ads Manager, a self-service solution for CTV performance marketing. This platform is designed to help growth marketers succeed as TV ad spending shifts from linear to streaming. Key features include:
1. Optimization and performance driven by Roku's extensive CTV reach
2. Efficiency and competitive pricing through direct premium inventory
3. Action Ads allowing interactive video overlays
4. Shopify Checkout integration for self-service shoppable ads
The solution aims to democratize CTV advertising access and improve results for advertisers of all sizes. Roku Ads Manager complements Roku's existing advertising product portfolio, offering flexibility in purchasing premium ad supply.
Roku's fifth annual Video on Demand (VOD) Evolution study reveals significant shifts in Canadian TV streaming habits. 69% of Canadian TV streamers now watch ad-supported TV at least monthly, up from 59% in 2023. Addressable TV streamers spend an average of 23.3 hours weekly watching TV, compared to 20.4 hours for all viewers.
The study highlights a growing desire for both on-demand and live/scheduled programming, with 58% of Canadians seeking this combination, up from 56% in 2023. On-demand content still dominates (57% of viewing time), but live TV accounts for 28%. Economic challenges have led to increased adoption of cost-effective ad-supported streaming options, with 46% of Canadian TV streamers now using at least one such service, up from 31% in 2023.
The NFL Zone is back on the Roku platform for the 2024-25 season, offering fans a tailored experience to access live and upcoming NFL games, highlights, and content. Key features include:
1. Easy access to the NFL App and NFL's FAST Channel
2. Subscription options for NFL+ and NFL+ Premium
3. New Instant Signup and Roku Pay for easier NFL+ subscriptions
4. Team-vs-team highlights for every game
5. Off-season moments coverage
The NFL Zone, accessible from the Sports section in Roku's Home Screen Menu, also presents advertising opportunities, with Total Wireless securing premium positions for the 2024 season.
Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU), the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., has announced its adoption of Unified ID 2.0 (UID2) across its premium streaming inventory. This integration will enhance advertising targeting and performance for Roku Media. UID2, developed by The Trade Desk, is a pioneering identity solution for the open internet.
Key benefits for advertisers include:
- Improved audience reach through interoperable identity
- Seamless campaign activation and measurement
- Better campaign performance and ROI
- More accurate targeting and measurement capabilities