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Cumulus Media accuses Nielsen of monopolizing US market for radio ratings data

( October 16, 2025, 22:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Nielsen Company faces a US complaint from rival radio ratings company Cumulus Media New Holdings, accusing it of illegally maintaining its monopoly. Cumulus alleges that Nielsen has imposed overly high prices — including a unilateral 36 percent price hike on Cumulus’ national radio ratings data in 2022, and consistent increases in the prices of local radio ratings data — and acted as an illegal monopolist by engaging in coercive conduct, strong-arm negotiation tactics, and restrictive terms.See attached file. ...

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