CBC News
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3,547,044
Followers
1,259
Following
276,416
Tweets
103.9
Avg Engagement
15,805
Listed
Yes
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @CBCNews's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Mega Influencer (1M+)
- Account Age:2007-05-30
- Verification:Yes
- Location:Canada
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:81.8
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:22.1
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsCBC News maintains strong engagement with its audience, reflected in the high average likes and retweets per tweet. The account's content is well-received and frequently shared across the platform.
81.8
Avg Likes/Tweet
22.1
Avg Retweets/Tweet
265,757
Total Likes
71,810
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
34
Median Likes
12
Median Retweets
87
75th Percentile
7,123
Top Tweet
0.03
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
90.6%
Original
2.2%
Replies
7.3%
Retweets
0.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.3%
With Media
94.8%
With Links
7.3%
With #Tags
7.4%
With @Mentions
0.1%
With Emojis
190
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.02
Reply/Original Ratio
0.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
81.4%
Weekday Posts
18.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 237 retweets (7% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,250 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe audience primarily consists of Canadian citizens interested in current events and news analysis. The account also attracts international followers due to its coverage of global issues.
Below Average
Audience Quality
41.0%
Suspicion Index
66.5%
Low-Quality %
2
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
72.1%
Empty Bio
71.2%
<10 Tweets
3.0%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
71.6%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
93.6%
No URL
61.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
11,462,018
Total Potential Reach
2
Median Follower Reach
10
75th Percentile Reach
1.3%
>1K followers
0.2%
>10K followers
0.0%
>50K followers
0.0%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
15.3%
Creators
7,664 accounts
13.5%
Consumers
6,755 accounts
71.2%
Dormant
35,581 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
494
Verified Followers
0.49% of total
5,920
Protected Accounts
5.86% of total
2 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @ThuliMadonsela3 | 1,738,010 | Advocate | Social Justice, Advocate, Governance |
| @AlertaNews24 | 1,372,592 | News Outlet | Noticias, Mundo, Tiempo Real |
| @javerias | 1,326,462 | Journalist | Photography, Journalism, Child Labour |
| @IamMzilikazi | 542,071 | Musician | Pan-African music, Album, Rise |
| @VigilantFox | 373,864 | Journalist | writing, video editing, journalism |
| @shannonleetweed | 311,952 | Actress | Family, Music, Entertainment |
| @MfaEgypt | 291,813 | Diplomat | Diplomacy, International Relations, Egypt |
| @TheRealKeean | 260,560 | Journalist | Journalism, Nationalism, Politics |
| @nylee21 | 233,340 | Politician | politics, democracy, perseverance |
| @GunnerGale | 190,145 | Producer | Zombies, Sci-fi, Soccer |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
27,861
Followers With Bio
73,121
Followers Without Bio
27.59%
% With Bio
72.41%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed25,511
Combined Engagement
22,764
Total Likes
2,747
Total Retweets
5,102
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
0%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Twitter has labelled National Public Radio as "U.S. state-affiliated media" on its main account, a move the head of the media company called "unacceptable." https://t.co/FctXUA7jtB
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accused the Liberal government of plunging the country into "chaos" after eight years in office. https://t.co/gG6qx5sXAF
Jordan Peterson says he has no intention of giving up his fight with Ontario's psychologist regulatory body, accusing the college of attempting to discipline him for his political opinions. https://t.co/KVhLpkQcn7
BREAKING: The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant on Friday against Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of being responsible for war crimes committed in Ukraine. https://t.co/cW7U2wQEq9
Premier Danielle Smith says renewable energy is unreliable and that Alberta should build additional gas-fired power plants for a more predictable source of electricity. https://t.co/EN234ZKlV7
Key Insights & Takeaways
CBC News often highlights political developments and public figures, indicating a focus on current affairs. The account's engagement suggests that its audience values in-depth analysis and timely reporting. The presence of controversial or polarizing topics in top tweets may indicate an effort to drive conversation and debate.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 3,547,044
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @CBCNews reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 3,547,044 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 103.9 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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