ABS-CBN LogoMajority of households nationwide still turned to ABSCBN for their dose of relevant news stories and inspiring shows in July, leading the network to hit an average audience share of 45%, or 13 points higher than GMA’s 32%, according to data from Kantar Media.

Like in previous months, “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” (37.6%) remained as the top program Filipinos enjoy nationwide, followed by “The General’s Daughter” (31.3%).

“Search for the Idol Philippines” (30.1%) ended its first season with a bang as it kept its throne as the choice program of Filipinos on weekends, while “TV Patrol” (28.5%) retained its title as the most-watched weekday newscast nationwide.

The moving life stories in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (24.8%) made the drama anthology a favorite among viewers every weekend, while “Kadenang Ginto” (24.1%) continues to strike gold in nationwide ratings.

Rounding out the top 10 are “Hiwaga ng Kambat” (23.6%) and “Home Sweetie Home: Extra Sweet” (21.6%).

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN also won all time blocks in July, particularly in prime time and in the afternoon. During prime time, it recorded 47%, compared to GMA’s 31%. The Kapamilya network registered 47% in the afternoon block, beating GMA’s 33%.

ABS-CBN also ruled the morning block with an average audience share of 39% versus GMA’s 30%, and the noontime block with 44%, beating GMA’s 34%. (Story/Photos by: Kane Choa)