Meanings of specialty channel in English

Deb Henretta, group president of P&G's Asia and global specialty channel, will take over as group president of global skin care, cosmetics and personal care.

The company's other media properties include the national CTV television network, and specialty channels Business News Network and MuchMedia.

The specialty channels are holding up well despite the tougher economic picture, Asper told analysts during a conference call.

NBC will also provide specialty channels for basketball and soccer on cable, satellite and other system operators, as well as 3D programming.

It said it expects growth in specialty channels and digital sectors while conventional advertising and publishing will be at levels below last year.

Three years ago, Goldman helped Winnipeg, Manitoba-based Canwest buy the specialty channels in a C$2.3 billion deal with Alliance Atlantis.

Specialty channels labeled "Donate Storm Relief" and "Donate to Japan Here" will be available on the DISH Network menu through July 31, 2011.