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TF1 is France's leading commercial TV channel and has long dominated the the overall televison ratings. The weakness of the public channels, France 2 and France 3, has been partially responsible for TF1's leading market share, but the revamped public channels have been more successful since 1993, when TF1's market share of audiences over 4-years-old was 41%. By 1994 it had dropped to just under 40%, while the two public broadcasters both increased their ratings. TF1 is set to remain Frances' leading channel but its declining market share is influencing its operating strategy.
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Channel 5 has gained a 2.7% share of all television viewing in the UK since it began broadcasting on Mar 30, 1997. Research indicates that in an average week just under one-third of Britons watch at least one Channel 5 programme. It is more successful during peak viewing periods than during the day, with the Saturday morning double edition of 'Beverly Hills 90210' being the only programme shown before 5pm which attracts at least 200,000 viewers. Viewer numbers have varied dramatically, as has viewing in different regions.
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Leading media concerns Canal+, Bertelsmann and Solomon International Enterprises are to link their purchasing and distribution operations on a non-exclusive basis, allowing them to acquire and sell rights to programmes across the world. It is thought that they will discuss acquisition opportunities, and may make joint bids. They believe that they will gain mutual benefit from linking their international activities in this way.
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