Spotify to expand audiobooks to over 180 markets by 2026
In short
Spotify said on Wednesday it will make its audiobook service available in more than 180 markets by the end of 2026. That is up from 22 markets now.
The company is widening access as audiobooks grow more popular. It did not say which countries are included or exactly when each market will open.
What the reporting says
Spotify announced Wednesday that it will expand audiobook access to more than 180 markets by the end of 2026, up from 22 currently. The publisher summary says the company did not specify the exact number of countries, and it cites rising popularity of the format as the reason for the expansion. The immediate consequence is broader reach for Spotify’s audiobook business, but the country list and rollout timing are not stated.
Why it matters
Spotify announced Wednesday that it will expand audiobook access to more than 180 markets by the end of 2026, up from 22 currently. The summary says the format is gaining popularity, but it does not name the countries or give rollout dates by market. The move could broaden Spotify’s content reach, though the reporting does not state revenue impact or pricing changes.