Spotify Sees Podcast Operating Losses Peaking in 2022, Says It Monetizes Only 14% of Listening Time Currently

In 2021, Spotify’s podcast business generated nearly €200 million in revenue, according to CFO Paul Vogel — up 300% year over year. About 30% of Spotify’s user base, or more than 125 million monthly users, listened to podcasts in the first quarter of 2022, representing 7% of total listening hours on the platform in the period.

Source: Spotify Sees Podcast Operating Losses Peaking in 2022, Says It Monetizes Only 14% of Listening Time Currently

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