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Spending climbs but consumers shift subscriptions toward value

DCN's Q2 2026 Digital Subscription Tracking Report finds households spending more overall while shifting subscriptions toward lower-cost, flexible services that offer greater value.

August 10, 2026 | By Rande Price, Research VP – DCN subscription models, subscriptions

Consumers rebalance digital subscriptions around value

May 29, 2026 | By Rande Price, Research VP – DCN

Q4 2025: Rising spend and value-driven choices reshape subscriptions

January 30, 2026 | By Rande Price, Research VP – DCN

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