CD sales growth surpasses vinyl in first half of 2026

Market data indicates CD sales grew faster than vinyl in the first half of 2026. The comparison focuses on sales growth rates for the two formats. CDs outpaced vinyl during this six‑month period. The figures suggest a shift in consumer purchasing patterns. Vinyl, despite its resurgence, lagged behind in growth. The report was published by Consequence.net. Industry analysts will monitor if the trend persists later in the year. The data highlights ongoing competition between physical music formats.