Podcast company Acast reported 29% net sales growth to $US256.3 million in 2025 and its first full year of positive adjusted operating profit and cash flow.
Since launching locally in 2017, Acast has paid out more than $AU56 million to podcast creators in Australia and New Zealand, up from $44.9 million reported this time last year.
"Podcasting continues to prove itself as one of the most resilient and effective channels in the Australian advertising market," said Acast ANZ regional managing director Henrik Isaksson.
“The latest IAB Audio State of the Nation report shows digital audio and podcast advertising grew 17.8% year-on-year, with 87% of marketers recognising podcasts as providing strong opportunities within the creator economy.
"Surpassing AUD $56 million paid out to local creators is a milestone we're incredibly proud of. It represents real, sustainable income flowing back into the independent creator economy.
Globally, Acast reported 27% year-on-year revenue growth in Q4 and improved profitability driven by increasing monetisation per listen.
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