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2026-09-01 · Source: RIAA News
RIAA Reports $6 Billion in Mid-Year US Recorded Music Revenue
The Recording Industry Association of America reported that US recorded music revenues reached $6 billion in the first half of 2026, growth of 6.9 percent that outpaced US inflation. Paid subscriptions accounted for $3.4 billion of the total, and the RIAA reported growth across every major category, including streaming, physical formats, and sync licensing.
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