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AAP May 2026 StatShot: Publishing Industry Up 6.8%, Digital Audio Surges 13%

The AAP's May 2026 StatShot report shows overall publishing revenues up 6.8% year-over-year at $931.1M, with Digital Audio leading trade formats at 13% growth and $100.7M for the month.

Source: Publishers 1 min read August 3, 2026
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The AAP's May 2026 StatShot report shows overall publishing revenues up 6.8% year-over-year at $931.1M, with Digital Audio leading trade formats at 13% growth and $100.7M for the month.

Source: Association of American Publishers

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