Sinclair Inc. is the owner-operator of the second largest portfolio of television stations in the United States, with 185 full power stations in 86 markets, covering 40% of US households. Of the firm's roughly 600 channels, 150 are affiliated with the four national broadcasters-Fox, ABC, CBS, and NBC-with over 80 other channels aligned with The CW (Nexstar) and MyNetworkTV (Fox). Sinclair owns the Tennis Channel and stakes in Marquee Sports Network and YES Network, providing their premium sports content to pay-TV distributors.
Fox News Media is a prominent U.S. media company owned by Fox Corporation, known for its flagship FOX News Channel (FNC), which has been the top-rated cable news network for over 22 years. Founded on October 7, 1996, by Rupert Murdoch, the company has established itself as a key player in news reporting, opinion, and analysis, focusing on free markets and diverse perspectives.
The company offers a wide range of content through various platforms, including the FOX Business Network for business news, FOX News Digital for online news, and FOX Nation, a subscription-based streaming service. It also features FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, and FOX Weather, a free ad-supported streaming channel. Under the leadership of CEO Suzanne Scott, Fox News Media has expanded its programming and achieved record ratings, reaching nearly 200 million people monthly across its services.
Gannett Co Inc is a digital newspaper company providing local media and marketing solutions in the U.S. The group operates in three segments, Domestic Gannett Media, Newsquest, and Digital Marketing Solutions. The majority of revenue is from the Domestic Gannett Media segment. The company's brands include USA TODAY and more than 250 daily newspapers as well as digital marketing services companies, including ReachLocal, WordStream, and others. The company produces more than 350 annual events, such as themed expos. The company also operates in the U.K. through the U.K. media company Newsquest, providing more than 150 local media brands.