SignValue Report: Clear Channel 2026 Q1 Overview and Infographic
Key Highlights
Revenue Growth: Clear Channel reported $278 million in America billboard revenue for Q1 2026, representing a 9.6% increase year-over-year.
Airport Revenue Growth: Airport revenue reached $95.2 million, increasing 19.1% compared to Q1 2025.
Financial Metrics
Digital Revenue: Digital revenue increased 14.0% to $158.4 million from $138.9 million.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA: Segment Adjusted EBITDA increased 24.9% year-over-year.
Site Lease Expense: Site lease expense totaled 33.3%, with airport site lease expense increasing 10.2%.
Operational Insights
Airport Digital Revenue: Airport digital revenue increased 20.0% to $59.1 million from $49.3 million.
Leadership Commentary: Due to the merger with Mubadala Capital, the company will not host a public earnings call or provide financial guidance.
Clear Channel Outdoor’s Q1 2026 results reflect strong momentum across billboard, airport, and digital advertising segments, supported by continued growth in digital revenue and improved EBITDA performance.
Source: SignValue
