From Billboard · Lars Brandle · · 50s
APRA AMCOS Revenue Hits Record
APRA AMCOS reports record revenue as local music streams drop sharply.
In brief
APRA AMCOS reports record revenue as local music streams drop sharply. APRA AMCOS achieved A$857.4 million revenue, up 8.8% from previous year, while Australian music streaming imports rose to 91% of total streams. Originally reported by Billboard.
APRA AMCOS Revenue
APRA AMCOS Group reported record revenue of A$857.4 million ($599 million), up 8.8% from previous year.
Digital and International Growth
Digital category grew 12.5% year-on-year, while international revenue reached A$103.2 million ($72 million) for the first time.
Local Music Streaming Decline
Over 91% of music streamed in Australia during FY26 was imported, with 96% of New Zealand streams being international content.
AI Copyright Concerns
APRA AMCOS warns Australian members' streaming share could fall to 5% in five years as AI training uses music.
The key point
APRA AMCOS achieved A$857.4 million revenue, up 8.8% from previous year, while Australian music streaming imports rose to 91% of total streams.
