"Rising Costs Lead to Surge in Streaming Service Cancellations and Budget Viewing Strategies"

As streaming services like Disney+, Netflix, and Hulu increase their subscription rates, customer cancellations are on the rise, with a 6.3% increase in defections reported in November compared to the previous year. To cope with the higher costs of content creation and licensing, streaming companies are introducing ad-supported tiers, bundling deals, and promotional discounts. Despite these efforts, customers are downgrading or canceling services to manage expenses, with some returning only when appealing content is available. The trend reflects a growing sensitivity to the value proposition of streaming subscriptions amidst a competitive and saturated market.