Channel 5, a privately owned British broadcaster founded in 1997, offers television and radio programming. As of 2023, it employs approximately 710 people and generates roughly $500 million in annual revenue. Part of Paramount TV Media, Channel 5's programming includes factual shows, entertainment, reality television, sports, and news (5 News). It also operates sister channels (5STAR, 5USA, and Spike) and a free video-on-demand service (My5) offering content from its various channels. Channel 5 claims to reach 80% of UK viewers monthly.
Channel 5 participated in a joint statement with other UK public service broadcasters on an unspecified date, outlining a plan to protect the future of the British broadcasting industry from the dominance of global online platforms. On an unspecified date, Channel 5 also signed a letter to the Government alongside the BBC and ITV, requesting protection from online platforms deemed profit-driven rather than purpose-driven. There is no information in the provided text linking Channel 5 to any carbon credit agreements or television programming in Australia.
Channel 5 offers 2 products in the media and telecoms services industry. Channel 5's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio and media and TV services.
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Channel 5's revenues were less than $500M in 2024. Caretta Research has split Channel 5's revenue into 3 different product categories, the largest of which is national channel advertising. For full access to Channel 5's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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Channel 5 currently holds 8 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including american football, cricket, soccer | association football, snooker and multi-sport.
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