In the first half of 2025, GMA Network dominates in television, radio, and digital platforms.
In the bustling landscape of the Philippine broadcast industry, one name continues to stand out - GMA Network. As the network celebrates its 75th anniversary, it marks a milestone in its long-standing dominance, backed by impressive year-to-date metrics.
Founded by Robert 'Uncle Bob' Stewart in 1950, GMA Network has grown from humble beginnings to become a powerhouse in television, radio, and digital platforms. This year, from January to July 2025, GMA Network has dominated the industry, surpassing its closest competitor, ABS-CBN, with over 20 billion video views across its platforms, compared to ABS-CBN's 16 billion.
Flagship programs such as Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, 24 Oras, and Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre anchor this success. Other hit shows including Tolome! Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis, Lolong: Bayani ng Bayan/Pangil ng Maynila, Stars on the Floor, Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kuwento, The Clash 2025, and Magpakailanman also contributed to the success.
GMA Network's dominance is not limited to television. Super Radyo DZBB 594 kHz and Barangay LS 97.1 Forever! maintain their dominance in Mega Manila, based on Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement (RAM) data for July 2025. Super Radyo DZBB achieved a 39.9 percent audience share, significantly ahead of DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 (15.1 percent) and DWWW 774 (14.9 percent). Barangay LS 97.1 Forever! led with a 45.5 percent share, surpassing competitors 90.7 Love Radio (18.8 percent) and Wish 107.5 (11.4 percent).
Online, GMA Network's social media footprint remains formidable, with a combined total of 5.6 billion video views in July 2025. Engagement metrics on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok show GMA Network outperforming ABS-CBN, with 14.5 million, 146 million, and 250 million engagements respectively. Sprout Social reported 2.9 million interactions on a specific platform for GMA Network, compared to ABS-CBN's 1.5 million.
GMA Network's online leadership is further underscored by the engagement metrics. The network leads the ratings for individual programs, capturing 27 of the top 30 shows in Total Philippines for the period. GMANetwork.com is the top news and information platform in the Philippines, according to July 2025 data from Similarweb Top Websites Country Rank.
As GMA Network celebrates its 75th anniversary, it continues to strengthen its commitment to innovation and excellence, producing compelling narratives and content that entertain, inform, and resonate with audiences across the Philippines and beyond. The network ranks No. 20 on Tubular Labs' Leadership Worldwide list in July 2025, making it the highest-ranking media company in Southeast Asia in the Entertainment and Media category.
With its continued dominance across multiple platforms, GMA Network solidifies its position as a leading player in the Philippine broadcast industry, setting the bar high for future success.
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