This Year's Upfront Tally Could Lag 2006

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NEW YORK The broadcast networks’ upfront revenue take could decline this year to about $8.5 billion from last year’s $8.75 billion for a number of reasons.

Contrary to conventional wisdom, that drop has little to do with any ratings shortfalls this season, or the perceived strength or weakness of the medium.

Upfront commitments will be down, in part, because many advertisers plan to hold back dollars for digital and cross-platform opportunities that may arise (see main story).



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