Spotify is changing how it charges customers in select countries, with new plans and prices – M’sia not on the list yet

The Swedish audio company is also going to introduce a new basic tier that will offer music and podcasts – but not audiobooks – for the current US$11 (RM52) monthly price of an individual premium plan, said the people. Users of that plan will need to pay for audiobooks. — AP

Spotify Technology SA plans to raise the price of its popular audio service in several key markets for the second time in a year, a crucial step toward reaching long-term profitability.

The streaming giant will increase prices by about US$1 (RM4.74) to US$2 (RM9.48) a month in five markets by the end of April, including the UK, Australia and Pakistan, according to people familiar with the matter. It will raise prices in the US, its largest territory, later this year, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential plans.