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The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new report!
Fiscal incentives and cash rebates in the audiovisual sector
28 May 2026
Strasbourg
The report offers a comprehensive analysis of how fiscal incentives and cash rebates transform audiovisual production in Europe and globally.
Asia drives global box office growth while European films hold strong locally
12 May 2026
Strasbourg
The Observatory has published its annual cinema round-up.
The European Audiovisual Observatory has just published a major new comparative study co-financed by the European Commission
New report reveals how Europe regulates audiovisual advertising for alcohol, gambling, finance and health products
5 May 2026
Strasbourg
This report aims at helping the reader to understand the current national regulatory frameworks with regard to ACCs in Europe, in the context of a rapidly evolving media environment.
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