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Comscore, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCOR) generates a steady flow of news centered on its role as a global partner for planning, transacting and evaluating media across platforms. As an information and analytics company focused on audience and advertising measurement, Comscore’s announcements often highlight new product capabilities, client collaborations, and insights drawn from its data assets.
Recent news has featured expansions of Comscore’s cross-platform measurement offerings, including enhancements to Cross-Platform Campaign Results (CCR) and Comscore Content Measurement (CCM). Updates describe new modules for daily, program-level reporting across CTV and linear TV, as well as integrations that extend measurement and targeting to streaming audio, podcasts, and social platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
Comscore also issues news about partnerships with media companies, agencies, and technology platforms. Examples include ESPN’s use of Comscore Content Measurement to understand its audience across linear, streaming, digital, and social, and collaborations with platforms like The Trade Desk and Polaris I/O to connect Comscore data with buying and sales workflows.
Another recurring theme in Comscore’s news is the release of industry reports and research. The company publishes analyses such as the AI Intelligence Report, which examines generative AI adoption and its influence on consumer behavior, and the State of Streaming report, which details shifts in streaming and CTV viewing, AVOD and FAST growth, and the role of creator-driven content.
Investors and industry professionals following SCOR news can expect coverage of earnings results, capital structure developments such as recapitalization transactions with preferred stockholders, and updates on strategic reviews. This news page aggregates these items so readers can monitor how Comscore’s measurement products, partnerships, and financial decisions evolve over time.
On May 19, 2021, Comscore (SCOR) revealed the top television programs for viewer engagement for the week ending May 9, 2021. The results highlight a rankings system called the Stickiness Index, measuring viewer engagement based on average percentage viewed. Leading broadcast programs include Enamorándonos on UNIMAS, while cable shows like When Calls the Heart on HALL topped their category. Comscore continues to establish itself as a reliable source for media planning and evaluation by analyzing viewership across various platforms.
Comscore (NASDAQ: SCOR) announced that Laura Fitzpatrick, Senior Vice President, National Services, will speak at the TV + Sports Summit on June 10, 2021, at 4:25pm ET. The summit focuses on changes in live sports viewing behavior, audience measurement, and data analytics. Fitzpatrick will join leaders from the industry, including Yan Liu and Tom Tercek, to discuss operational and technological challenges in live sports post-COVID. Fitzpatrick oversees relationships with network groups and supports clients with cross-platform data at Comscore.
Comscore (NASDAQ: SCOR) announced that Vice President Kristin Sullivan-Stoesser will moderate a panel at the ARF 'Women in Analytics' event on June 10, 2021. The panel aims to promote a growth mindset for personal and professional development, featuring speakers from Facebook, ANA/SeeHer, InnovatorsBox, and Analytic Partners. Participants will receive actionable insights to enhance workplace learning and attitude. Sullivan-Stoesser emphasized the importance of resilience and viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) announced the top broadcast and cable television programs for viewer engagement for the week ending May 2, 2021.
Top broadcast program, Enamorándonos, achieved a Stickiness Index of 150. PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS was the leading cable telecast with a Stickiness Index of 153. This ranking is part of Comscore's TV engagement rating, which measures the average percentage viewed of each telecast. Comscore continues to provide extensive television viewing data across local markets, supporting advertisers and media companies in engaging their target audiences effectively.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) has released its viewer engagement rankings for broadcast and cable television for the week ending April 25, 2021. The rankings indicate that Enamorándonos on UNIMAS achieved the highest Stickiness Index at 152, followed by La hija del embajador on Univision at 142. In cable, Hearts Down Under on Hallmarked the highest engagement with a score of 151. The Stickiness Index measures viewer engagement based on the percentage of the program viewed compared to other primetime telecasts, showcasing Comscore's expertise in audience measurement.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) reported Q1 2021 revenue of $90.3 million, up from $89.5 million year-over-year. The company faced a net loss of $36.4 million, significantly higher than the $13.2 million loss in Q1 2020, largely due to a $15.3 million non-cash charge from recapitalization. Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $5.6 million. Despite these challenges, Comscore secured new partnerships and renewals, anticipating a 3%-5% revenue increase for the full year, driven by TV and Activation growth.
Comscore (NASDAQ: SCOR) has achieved Media Rating Council accreditation for its integrated viewability product for video on Facebook, covering impressions on Facebook's mobile web, mobile app, and Instagram. This accreditation allows Facebook advertisers to measure campaign video viewability at no cost, enhancing transparency and trust in digital ad buys. Comscore's tool, endorsed by MRC's rigorous standards, aims to optimize marketing spend. The partnership emphasizes the importance of viewability metrics for efficient media investment.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) has entered into a partnership with Lightbox OOH Video Network to provide audience measurement for digital out-of-home (OOH) advertising. This agreement allows Lightbox to utilize Comscore's metrics for monthly reporting of digital ad impressions and audience demographics. Lightbox, now a leader in digital OOH media, aims to enhance client access to audience data. This collaboration is poised to innovate the OOH landscape, aligning with Comscore's strategy to integrate OOH measurement across its product suite and providing advertisers with comprehensive audience insights.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) released data on the most engaging television programs for the week ending April 18, 2021. The Hallmark Channel dominated cable telecasts, with 'Right in Front of Me' earning the top spot in viewer engagement. Spanish-language networks also showed strong audience loyalty, particularly Univision. The Stickiness Index, a measure of viewer engagement, highlights how well audiences are retained throughout broadcasts. Comscore's expertise in measuring viewership continues to solidify its role as a key player in media evaluation.
Comscore (Nasdaq: SCOR) has renewed its long-term agreement with BBC World News to utilize Comscore's TV Essentials currency and advanced audience analytics. This partnership aims to enhance BBC's understanding of viewership, providing insights that help attract commercial partners and improve competitive positioning. Comscore leverages over a decade of experience in measuring TV viewership through return path devices across millions of households. This agreement reinforces Comscore's role as a preferred television measurement partner, crucial for maximizing revenue and audience engagement in a competitive marketplace.