Q4 2025 Performance of Top News Apps in Turkey on Unified Platform

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the performance of the top news applications on a unified platform in Turkey showcased varied trends in downloads, revenue, and active user engagement. The data, sourced from Sensor Tower, highlights the dynamics of the news app market during this period.

X saw a remarkable peak in weekly revenue, hitting approximately $85K in late November, while downloads spiked to 109K in early December. However, a slight decline in active users was noted, from 13.8M at the start of the quarter to around 13.1M by the end.

The Economist - News, Podcasts experienced a gradual increase in revenue, peaking at $2.2K in early December. Downloads were modest, reaching a high of 586 in late November, with active users fluctuating slightly around 1.9K throughout the quarter.

Sözcü Gazetesi - Haberler maintained steady revenue, closing the quarter with $1.7K. Downloads remained consistent, averaging around 770 weekly, while active users increased from 53.2K to 55.4K.

The Financial Times: Business News app showed a slight dip in revenue mid-quarter, with a recovery to $1.1K by December. Downloads were stable, and active users saw a minor decline from 1.4K to 1.3K.

Finally, the NYTimes: US and Global News app exhibited consistent revenue growth, reaching $1.1K by the end of December. Downloads rose to 413 in the final week, while active users fluctuated, closing the quarter at 1.9K.

These trends reflect the dynamic nature of the news app market in Turkey. For more detailed insights, Sensor Tower provides comprehensive data and analysis.