Wall Street traders are now betting that Warner Bros. Discovery not only will be sold to Netflix, but also easily approved by US and overseas regulators – with so-called “short interest” in the stock recently evaporating, On The Money has learned.For much of the year, the media giant known as WBD had seen increase in its short interest – or bets that its stock will fall. In fact, WBD has been among the more heavily shorted entertainment stocks, according to an analysis by S3 Partners (Full disclosure S3’s f ...

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Lou Whiteman: I'm going to make a bold prediction here, because you're right. There's a lot going on, a lot of moving pieces, but really, it's very simple. One of two things is going to happen. Either Netflix is going to end up buying Warner Brothers discovery or there's not going to be a deal done.Welcome to Motley Fool Money. I'm Travis Hoium joined by Jon Quast and Lou Whiteman. Guys, we got to start with the drama at Warner Brothers Discovery this week. Paramount is begging the EU for help. Netflix has ...

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Core Insights - Barry Diller expressed interest in acquiring CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) last year, but discussions did not progress beyond preliminary inquiries [1][4][9] - WBD has stated that CNN is not for sale and is considered a core asset in the planned spinoff of Discovery Global [5][6][12] Company Developments - WBD is planning to spin off its cable networks, including CNN, into a new publicly traded entity called Discovery Global, which will inherit significant debt [14] - The spinoff is part of a broader strategy to separate high-growth streaming and studio assets from traditional cable networks facing decline [10][15] - Netflix has agreed to acquire WBD's studio and streaming business in a $72 billion deal, which includes Warner Bros.' film and television studios and HBO [5][11] Market Context - The separation of assets is aimed at unlocking value by allowing investors to price fast-growing streaming assets separately from traditional cable networks [15] - Critics of the spinoff plan, including rival bidder Paramount Skydance, argue that it is overly complex and may leave the spun-off cable company with limited growth prospects and high debt [15]

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A Warner spokesman said CNN 'was not and is not for sale.' ...

Core Viewpoint - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is under scrutiny as Paramount seeks to acquire the company while Netflix has made an all-cash bid of $82.7 billion for Warner Bros. film and TV studios, HBO Max, and HBO, with stockholders set to vote by April 2026 [2] Group 1: Acquisition Details - Netflix's acquisition bid for Warner Bros. includes HBO and HBO Max, which are significant players in the streaming market, and WB's extensive content catalog [5] - Paramount has made a hostile all-cash bid of $30 per share, totaling $108.4 billion for WBD, which is set to expire on February 20 unless extended [4] Group 2: Regulatory Scrutiny - The Department of Justice (DOJ) is reviewing the merger to determine if it would reduce competition in the market, given Netflix's position as the leading streaming service [5][10] - Both Netflix and Paramount are being closely examined by the government, with Congress also involved in discussions regarding the implications of these acquisitions [11][12] Group 3: Competitive Landscape - Netflix argues that the merger would enhance competition by providing more choices for consumers and opportunities for creators, while also benefiting stockholders [6][9] - Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos emphasized the competitive environment, noting that various platforms are vying for consumer attention, which includes streaming, broadcast, and social media [8] Group 4: Congressional Influence - A Senate hearing is scheduled where Netflix and WBD executives will testify about the deal, although Congress does not have the power to approve or block mergers directly [13][14] - Congressional hearings can influence the merger process through public concern and pressure, particularly from industry stakeholders [14] Group 5: Potential Outcomes - If the DOJ blocks the merger, the companies can appeal the decision, which could prolong the acquisition process significantly [15][16] - The outcome of the DOJ's review will determine the future of the Netflix-WBD deal and its implications for the broader media landscape [10][16]

Paramount Pictures studio lot at 5555 Melrose Ave. on June 5, 2024, in Hollywood. Paramount Skydance detailed its plans to save $6 billion, including job cuts, should Paramount succeed in its bid to buy the larger Warner Bros. Discovery. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times) Many in Hollywood fear Warner Bros. Discovery's sale will trigger steep job losses — at a time when the industry already has been ravaged by dramatic downsizing and the flight of productions from Los Angeles. David Ellison's Paramo ...

New York-based Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) operates as a media and entertainment company worldwide. With a market cap of $70.8 billion, the company offers a complete portfolio of content, brands, and franchises across television, film, streaming, and gaming. Shares of this leading global media and entertainment company have substantially outperformed the broader market over the past year. WBD has gained 175.5% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 13.9%. Ho ...