Viaplay's organic sales growth slows in Q1 amid account sharing challenges


by Republic World

Republic World— Viaplay Q1 2024: Swedish video streaming giant Viaplay posted 5.6 per cent growth in organic sales in the first quarter of 2024, marking a decline from the 27.3 per cent growth seen in the same period last year. This slowdown comes as the company directs its efforts towards operational enhancements following a comprehensive recapitalisation initiative.Last year, Viaplay underwent major restructuring, including the replacement of its CEO and a reduction of its workforce by 30 per cent. In...

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