CISAC Global Collections Report 2020: royalties to fall by up to 3.5 billion euros

CISAC report shows the impact of COVID-19, the actions of authors societies and the support needed from governments 

Paris – 28 October 2020 – Worldwide royalty collections for creators of music, audiovisual works, visual arts, drama and literature are likely to decline this year by up to 35%  - or €3.5 billion in lost income – according to the latest annual Global Collections Report published by CISAC (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers).

The report, titled “COVID-19: Crisis, Resilience, Recovery”, shows how creators have been impacted by the pandemic and analyses the continuing effects on their income well into 2021. 

Download Key Highlights of the Report and the full Report here.