Fox Corporation has announced plans to acquire a significant number of television stations, invest heavily in sports programming, and launch a new streaming service called “Fox Nation” in 2021. The company will acquire six Sinclair Broadcast Group stations in markets including Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Milwaukee to enhance Fox’s network coverage. Fox has secured multi-year agreements with Major League Baseball and the National Football League and aims to air over 10,000 hours of live sports programming annually. The new streaming service will feature exclusive programming curated by Fox News personalities and reporters, accessible on multiple devices for a monthly fee.
Fox Announces Major Expansion Plans for 2021
Fox Corporation has recently announced its major expansion plans for 2021. The company is set to acquire large numbers of stations, invest heavily in sports programming, and launch a new streaming service, to name a few initiatives.
Expansion Through Station Acquisitions
One of the major initiatives Fox plans to undertake is the acquisition of a significant number of television stations. With previous station purchases in markets such as Charlotte, NC, Minneapolis, MN, and Seattle, WA, Fox is now set to acquire six Sinclair Broadcast Group stations in cities such as Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Milwaukee. The acquisition of these stations is expected to enhance Fox’s network coverage and strengthen the company’s brand.
Intense Focus on Sports Programming
Fox has always had a strong focus on sports broadcasting. However, the company now plans to invest heavily in sports programming to become the leading broadcaster of sports content in the United States. With the announcement of multi-year agreements with both Major League Baseball (MLB) and theNational Football League (NFL), Fox has secured the rights to air over 10,000 hours of live sports programming annually.
The Launch of an Exciting New Streaming Service
Fox has also announced the launch of a new streaming service called “Fox Nation”. The new service will provide exclusive, in-depth programming curated by Fox News personalities and reporters. The service will allow viewers to access shows across multiple devices including televisions, phones, tablets, and computers. The aim is to provide viewers with unique content that cannot be found on the traditional Fox News channel.
FAQs
When will the Sinclair Broadcast Group stations acquisition be completed?
The acquisition of the six Sinclair Broadcast Group stations by Fox Corporation is set to be completed in late 2021, subject to regulatory approval.
What sports content will be available on Fox’s sports programming?
With multi-year agreements with both Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Football League (NFL), Fox is set to broadcast over 10,000 hours of live sports programming annually. This will include all regular-season and playoff games for both organizations.
When will the new Fox Nation streaming service be launching?
The new Fox Nation streaming service has already launched and is available to viewers across multiple devices such as televisions, phones, tablets, and computers.
Will Fox Nation programming be available on the traditional Fox News channel?
No. Fox Nation programming will be exclusive to the new streaming service and will not be available on the traditional Fox News channel.
Is there a cost to subscribe to the new Fox Nation streaming service?
Yes. Subscribers will be charged a monthly fee to access the exclusive programming available on the Fox Nation streaming service.
