UK services output index: programming and broadcasting
UK services output index: programming and broadcasting stood at 89.1 in Jul 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Monthly GDP and output table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1997 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Monthly GDP and output table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
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| Services output index by industry | |||||||||||
| 60 — Programming And Broadcasting Activities | 89.1 | 88.8 | 86.9 | 88.7 | 87.8 | 84.8 | 83.3 | 83.9 | 82.8 | 81.1 | |
| 64 — Financial services, excluding insurance and pensions | 95.7 | 95.4 | 95.4 | 95.6 | 95.8 | 95.6 | 95.5 | 95.8 | 95.8 | 95.7 |
Understanding UK services output index: programming and broadcasting
Television channel operation, radio broadcasting, cable transmission, and streaming platform services throughout the United Kingdom form the boundaries of this output metric. It covers traditional terrestrial broadcasters, subscription television networks, radio stations, and online video streaming operations, excluding the physical creation of films and TV programmes. Standing apart from content production series, this measure captures the scheduled delivery and transmission of audio and visual signals to audiences.
Advertising revenue cycles and major sporting event schedules introduce distinct seasonal patterns that influence monthly broadcasting output. Analysts should examine year-on-year trends to neutralise the impact of quadrennial sporting tournaments and seasonal advertising peaks that distort consecutive monthly comparisons. Initial output estimates are derived from corporate turnover surveys and industry returns, which are subject to regular statistical revisions.
Frequently asked questions
- How does this differ from the film and TV production index?
- This series measures the broadcasting and transmission of content to viewers, whereas the production index covers the making of the shows themselves.
- Are internet streaming services included?
- Yes, subscription video-on-demand and internet broadcasting platforms are incorporated alongside traditional television channels.
- Do sporting events alter monthly results?
- Major broadcast sporting events can temporarily boost advertising revenue and viewer engagement, influencing the monthly index level.