The business behind the music, in plain numbers. Independent music business reporting, est. 2026.

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Spotify's Record Margin Is Built on One Phrase: "Net of Marketplace Programs"

Spotify's gross margin hit 33.4% in Q2 2026 as revenue outran music costs. The filing shows where the extra euro goes, and what rights holders should watch.

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