Fox Business Dropped From Sirius XM Radio
This is not the first time Fox has made the news with regard to satellite radio. For a period of time, the Fox News channel was dropped from Sirius as negotiations between Sirius and Fox did not come to common ground. During that period, XM touted the fact that they had Fox News and in addition added other Fox programming to their line-up. Ultimately, Mel Karmazin negotiated a deal with Fox that was not only less expensive for Sirius, but for XM as well.
Karmazin, as part of his agreement with Fox, did not carry the other Fox channels. Thus, it is no surprise that the merged company would trim programming such as this. With CNBC and Bloomberg having larger audiences, the move seems to make business sense. The move was effective December 27th, and has not had the same level of “uproar” from subscribers as the merged channel line-up did.
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Maybe it’s payback for Fox Business having Hartlieb on…
This is a reverse price increase!!! Make the package smaller but charge the same!!
I thought we were supposed to have better programming, now they get rid of one good channels they had. I really like Fox Business since it had a lot of good commentators. Time to cancel.
This move blows. I listened to FBN a lot on XM.
What a crock. They keep CNBC but drop FBN? Makes no sense to me.
Well, I just subscribed to XM b/c of a car purchased back in August. I can tell you that FBN was one of my MAIN reasons – not only that, I bought a PORTABLE radio as well for my office – the MAIN reason … yes, FBN. I’m pissed … and I will think about CANCELLING XM early or NOT re-subscribe. This is crap. I’ve been searching all over trying to find out why 136 was gone and now I know… stupid XM/S and FBN
Is Tyler hinting at a pending negotiation with Murdoch.
‘You could spend now and take over SATRAD’ and eventually hire enough ‘moneyhoneys’ to make a dent in CNBCs audience.
Another bad move. I spend most of my time on Fox News or FBN. My subscription is almost over I will not be re-subscribing
are you kidding? taking fox business off was a very stupid decision. We don’t listent to CNBS or Bloomburg. What a mess. We are very upset and unhappy about this. Come on XM/S. So the right thing and cut the deal.
Bloomberg radio over Fox Business…Gimme a break… Who listens to Bloomberg – People who need an altenative to sleeping pills. Bring back Fox Business or lose my business forever…….
I was surprised to find out that XM dropped FBN. It is the one channel I have been listening to over the last several months. I typically listen to the “talk/news/business” channels and no others.
I just purchased an XM capable cell to pick up these channels when away from my vehicle.
Not a smart move in my humble opinion. Maybe time to reconsider my subscription. Have had it since April 03.
One less reason for me to continue with XM-Sirius. Why cancel Fox Biz News when Bloomberg is so dry and goes off the air most of the day? Was a deal made with CNBC to eliminate Fox Biz News?
AREN’T WE SO LUCKY THAT XM MERGED? THIS IS ONE MORE BONEHEAD MOVE THEY HAVE MADE. I FEEL LIKE THEY’RE STEALING MY MONEY AND TELLING ME I SHOULD BE HAPPY ABOUT IT
This absolutely SUCKS!!!! FBN is the best news source and has great programming. What can we do about this?
Come on guys! I come back from a holiday vacation and can’t get FBN. That’s a horrible thing to do!
Fox business news has keep me upto date with business info and it has help me forcast my own business. CNBC is a dud and needs to be replaced with FBN. XM GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER>
I am one of the ones that chose XM over Sirius when I decided to purchase a satellite radio system. I enjoyed listening to XM FOX BUSINESS NEWS on the way to, at, and from work each day. I hope you are not going to drop FOX NEWS next! Is there anyway FOX BUSINESS NEWS will be brought back???? I will not be listening to CNBC OR anything associated with CNBC or the parent network!
I’m livid about this one. I switch back and forth between Fox News and Fox Business–they are the only channels that I listen to.
I also am extremely disappointed in this move. I have been a XM sub for well… just about since it started and ever since FBN started it is/was my wake up in the morning, my drive to work, my drive home, and any other time that I was not in reach of FBN on TV. I agree with numerous other posters here that they have a great and lively group of anchors in comparison to the alternative. Find a way to bring it back!
Woah! No FBN?! Oh well … at least we can be comforted. We still got Jim Cramer!
I used to switch between bloomberg and fbn to try to avoid commercials, now i just turn the radio off and listen to an audiobook. FBN was okay, much better than cnbc for the average listener. I’d pay double to have completely commercial free xm, maybe even triple…
I dropped XM today after a few days of discovering that nothing holds my interest on XM like FoxBus. I do not want to pay the same amt of money for lesser quality. If I miss XM too much I can always add it back but I wanted to send a message. If enough people complain maybe they will add it back.
Bill, I would stand with you if they didn’t monopolize sat radio. This xm/sirus merger is ridiculous. It’s equivalent to state radio. We have no choice but to accept it unless new competition arises.
I am extremely disappointed about eliminating Fox Business. It is a great channel that I listened to everyday. It makes business news entertaining rather than the dull, dry Bloomberg station. My morning and evening commute is not the same and I am not happy about the XM decision. Too bad they have a monopoly now because I would seriously consider dropping XM for another station that carried Fox Business.
I will be cancelling my xm due to the elimination of Fox Business. I am sick to death of CNBC and get a welcome respite while in the car.
I will not renew my X M subscription because of the cancellation of the Fox Business Channel
Pretty disappointed with the cancellation of Fox Business.
I am very disappointed about FBN being taken off the schedule. When my subscription comes up, it will be taken into account that there are only 2 business networks. I listend to FBN every time I was in my vehicle (several times a day) and gained much insight from it. The information from CNBC and Bloomberg is far less useful. Bring back Fox Business News!
The news reports said FBN was a new channel and didn’t have much of a following but I disagree. I always went there first. I never listen to Bloomberg and CNBC can only take so much CNBC before I have to turn them off. I had multiple subscriptions and cancelled one because of this move!
I am very disappointed as well. I listened to FBN every morning as I travel for work. I could care less for bloomberg or cnbc. Bring back FBN!!!
Fox Business News was the best business channel you had. Why not bring it back. I believe it will help your subscriptions in the future.
C’mon bring back the FBN!
I’m hearing more commercials on formerley commercial free channels and now I have no alternative to CNBC (Bloomberg is like an NPR business talk…….B-O-R-I-N-G).
Sirius/XM needs to be adding not taking away, especially now!
Please bring back FBN! I loved that station! It was set #1 on the FAV! FBN is by far better than the others! I have two XM subscriptions and will be canceling both ASAP!
This is a completely tragedy in the XM lineup! I can name many channels that they could drop and then keep FBN. It was by far the best channel for real-time financial updates. I was completely addicted to Opening Bell and Closing Bell updates. I sent XM an email and feedback from my online account, doubt they will care. I’ve been a subscriber since 2004 and have loved XM, but I am seriously considering cancelling my subscription. I can do better on my iPod!! I agree with previous posts…who can listen to Bloomberg and stay awake to drive!! ZZZZZZZZZ…we need our FBN BACK!!!
We were very disappointed to find that Fox Business News would no longer be on Sirius/XM. It is hard to believe that CNN and Bloomberg would have larger audiences, unless those people did not know that FBN was available. We certainly hope that FOX and Sirius can come to terms on this. FBN was a primary reason for getting XM and could be key as to how long we keep our subscription.
I am terribly disappointed that Fox Business News has been dropped. There really is nothing else like it or as good in my opinion. I listen to xm primarily for news and this channel was one of the main reasons I have an xm subscription. Please bring it back!!!
I would like to add to the above comments disappointment to FBN being dropped. I liked it, I also like CNBC. I also have two accounts with XM. The changes to the lineup has been excellent in my view. FBN being dropped is disappointing but XM is still excellent and worth every penny!
I work for a major northeast bank and FBN was the only business channel we here in the trading room listened to. It is far more real-time with it’s market updates, stock comments and interviews than any other business channel on the air today. I agree with Michael – Bloomberg is boring. And, regarding CNBC, I’d rather get my business news without any editorial comments! We’re currently discussing what we will be doing with our XM subscription, since we have no interest in any of the other business channels at this time.
I enjoy the Fox Business News Channel. It’s programming far exceeds that of Bloomberg and CNBC. XM/Sirius have found a way to lose subscribers here.
Bring back FOX Business on XM. Fox Business was without question the single best source of business news on the radio. I have been depressed (not clinically) since learning that XM was cutting the channel. Please bring it back. Thanks.
This is upsetting. I love FBN. I hope someone reconsiders.
Please bring back FBN. It is far better than any other business news channel on XM. I miss the live show during my 5 AM commute.
I let my XM trial expire on my new car. If I can’t get Fox Business News, then I don’t want XM. I hope they reconsider.
It is a tradegy Fox Business is off XM I got the subscription for the channel and I am going to cancel it if it does not come back…
Fox Business News was the last reason I was staying with XM Radio after I heard that they are taking away the free XMRadio online. I’ve made the switch to AOL Radio now and won’t look back. Still trying to find a replacement to FBN though. I would rather have them cut CNN AND the regular Fox News channel before FBN!
FBN is my reason for subscribing to this network. For my 2 cents, the other business channels are not FBN. For my business I’ll consider other options.
Please bring back Fox Business News. I am thinking about canceling if it does not come back.
I can’t believe XM dropped FBN, it’s by far the best financial network on the air. The expectation that CNBC or CNN is a substitute is a joke. I’m also disturbed by the difficulty I had finding out what happened to FBN to begin with. After searching XM’s site & Fox Business site to no avail, I googled and found this site. Why is this issue being swept under the rug.
PLEASE, MAN UP and BRING FOX BUSINESS NETWORK BACK!
Please bring back Fox Business. My subscription is up in April.
Please, bring back Fox Business News!!! Our XM radio (which we have had since 2003 and now have three subscriptions)is mainly used for music in our home. But, when in our automobiles for any amount of time we depended on Fox Business to keep us abreast of the current financial situation. THKS!
We are very disappointed by your decision to drop FBN. It is one of the main reasons we subscribe with two receivers. This action may hasten your bankruptcy. Sorry.
FBN was one of your stations that enjoyed.
I’d like to if there is anything that I can do?
I agree. Huge loss for XM. I was extremely disappointed when this channel was dropped. Hope XM can bring it back soon.