Deadline·2025-10-31 03:14Group 1 - Netflix has retained Moelis & Co to explore a potential bid for Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming and studio business [1] - A source confirmed that Netflix is "looking into" the possibility of acquiring part of WBD, although Netflix declined to comment [2] - WBD has initiated a strategic review process due to "unsolicited interest" from multiple parties, confirming it is for sale [3] Group 2 - Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters previously dismissed speculation about a studio merger, emphasizing the importance of developing capabilities internally rather than through acquisitions [3] - Co-CEO Ted Sarandos reiterated that Netflix has no interest in owning legacy media networks, indicating a consistent strategy [4] - Netflix has recently entered the video podcasting space through a partnership with Spotify, reflecting its strategy to expand content offerings [4]