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Spotify Plans Audiobook Rollout to More Than 180 Markets by Year-End
Spotify began a phased expansion on October 7 that will take audiobook access from 22 markets to more than 180 by the end of 2026, putting the product in front of more than 750 million people.
Are Spotify audiobooks already available in more than 180 markets?
No. The rollout began October 7 and is scheduled to expand access from 22 markets to more than 180 by the end of 2026.
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Why does the audiobook expansion matter for Spotify?
It substantially enlarges the addressable audience for a business where Audiobooks+ already has more than 1 million subscribers and exceeds $100 million in annual recurring revenue.
What could the rollout mean for Spotify shares?
It could strengthen Spotify's growth and diversification case if the larger audience converts into Audiobooks+ subscriptions or direct book purchases. Spotify did not provide revenue guidance for the expansion.
How will Spotify monetize audiobooks in the new markets?
Eligible Premium subscribers in some markets will receive 12 monthly listening hours, while Audiobooks+ will sell additional listening time and direct sales will let users purchase individual titles; access and pricing vary by market.
When will Spotify complete the audiobook expansion?
Spotify says access should reach more than 180 markets by the end of 2026, with more than 350,000 titles available to listeners in the new markets across over 120 languages.
Sources
- Spotify — Audiobooks on Spotify Are Going Global
- TechCrunch — Spotify expands audiobooks to over 180 markets
- Spotify Investor Relations — Spotify - Stock Info
Original signal: TechCrunch ↗
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