GMA Network Lead Mega Manila and Urban Luzon TV Ratings in 2009

GMA Network Lead the Mega Manila and Urban Luzon TV ratings in 2009 according to AGB Nielsen Philippines. In Mega Manila, the Kapuso Network registered an average audience share of 39.8% from January to December, 7.8% higher compared to the 32% of ABS-CBN.

23 out of the 30 programs in Mega Manila belongs to GMA Network in 2009. This includes TV Specials. The boxing specials featuring Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto(Fire Power) and Manny Pacquiao vs. Ricky Hatton(The Battle of East and West) got the highest place. Darna starring Marian Rivera garnered a total of 35.5% ratings for the primetime slot where 14 out of the top 20 progams belongs to the Kapuso Network.

In Daytime, 18 of the top 20 shows was clinched by GMA Network. The phenomenal tandem of Kris Bernal and Aljur Abrenica in Dapat ka bang Mahalin?(26%) and the longest running noontime show Eat Bulaga!(24.2%) were the top programs.

In Total Urban Luzon which comprises 77% of the total viewing population in the Urban Philippines, GMA Network reached an average audience share of 38.4%