The reasoning and peril behind the Atlanta Journal-Constitution going digital only
As The New York Times reported Thursday, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will discontinue its print edition at the end of the year, the largest metro to do so. Will others follow?
I wouldn’t look for a stampede. Cutbacks to just a few days a week or Sunday-only have become common in the industry, but quitting print altogether is not. That’s because Sunday papers typically remain profitable, popular with advertisers and a segment of readers. Despite steep declines that show no signs of moderating in 2025, print still contributes a meaningful share of revenue (half or more at many outlets) since it commands much higher rates among both subscribers and advertisers.
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