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DirecTV Now to hike prices as content fees rise across industry

Brett Sappington, director of research at Parks Associates, said price increases are a leading reason why viewers cancel subscriptions.

“Customers don’t like surprises that hurt their pocketbook,” he said.

From the article "DirecTV Now to hike prices as content fees rise across industry" by Sheila Dang.

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