US state attorneys general file lawsuit in effort to block Paramount merger Bipartisan group argue in lawsuit that $110bn merger would hurt competition and lead to thousands of job losses The Guardian - US · Jul 13
This Analyst Just Downgraded Paramount Stock. Here's Why. Paramount shares sink as Arete analyst downgrades them to “Sell.” Here’s why Pierre-Marie d’Ornano turned bearish on PSKY stock. Barchart · Jul 9
The Most Troubled Fantasy Epic Of 2026 Could Get The Second Life It Deserves 'Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender' was always destined for the big screen, but it could still make it to theaters after a premiere at San Diego Comic-Con. Inverse · Jul 7
Will James Gunn’s DCU Survive? 5 Major Challenges and 5 Reasons Fans Should Stay Hopeful In mid-June 2026, the U.S. Justice Department decided in mid-June 2026 that the $111 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery by Paramount Skydance violates no antitrust laws and can proceed. The corporate merger, which will create a new entertainment titan and a new era for streaming, film, and cable services,… Personal Finance Advice · Jul 6
Will CBS News’ Bari Weiss Run CNN After The Paramount/Warner Bros. Merger? Here’s The Latest There are some factors to consider. Cinemablend · Jul 4
Paramount Skydance Scrambles to Clear EU Hurdle in $110 Billion Warner Bros Discovery Mega-Deal As Review Deadline Gets Extended Paramount Skydance Corp (NASDAQ:PSKY) has reportedly put forth solutions to address the European Union’s competition concerns over its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD). Benzinga · Jul 1
UK government likely to challenge Paramount takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery The British government says it could step in to challenge Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. Also, French inflation slowed to just 1.8 percent in June year-on-year, down from 2.4 percent in May. Plus, more than 1 million undocumented people in Spain apply to obtain legal status… France 24 · Jun 30
Elizabeth Warren says ‘tsunami of anger’ could prompt reversal of Trump-era mega mergers Exclusive: US senator suggests architects behind ‘frenzy’ of blockbuster corporate deals have ‘badly miscalculated’ The Guardian - US · Jun 25
The Netflix-Lionsgate Rumor Exposed a Bigger Shift in Media M&A The entertainment industry is entering a definitive consolidation phase where investors prioritize digital distribution gateways over content creation. MarketBeat · Jun 19
Plot Twist: How the $110B Paramount-Warner Deal Rewrites Media The unprecedented federal clearance of the massive media merger transforms the entertainment sector and creates lucrative opportunities for modern investors. MarketBeat · Jun 16
Paramount rejected ad criticizing its owners and Warner Bros acquisition Rejected citing ‘conflict of interest’, the ad took aim at Trump allies David Ellison, Paramount Skydance chief, and his billionaire father, Larry Ellison The Guardian - US · Jun 16
Wall St. futures advance over 1% as markets cheer Iran deal Indian markets are set for a strong opening. A preliminary deal between the US and Iran has boosted investor sentiment. SpaceX's successful IPO is also a major positive. Paramount Skydance's acquisition has been cleared. These events are expected to drive market gains. Investors will be watching the Federal Reserve's upcoming… The Economic Times · Jun 15
Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, consumers, DOJ says The U.S. Justice Department has determined that Paramount Skydance's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros AAP · Jun 12
US clears Paramount's $111 bn Warner Bros. takeover LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - The US Justice Department on Friday cleared Paramount Skydance's $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, handing a major win to a media empire financed by one of President Donald Trump's closest billionaire allies. Bangkok Post · Jun 12
The Guardian - US · Jun 12 US justice department approves $111bn merger of Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery Deal still under UK scrutiny with new investigation, and could face lawsuit from state attorneys general
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Dana White thinks Trump’s White House UFC fights will attract ‘Super Bowl-type numbers’ of viewers The bold prediction comes despite the Paramount+ streaming network not having enough subscribers to pull off the feat
The Economic Times · Jun 7 ‘Main Street vs The Merger’: Hollywood workers rally against $110 bn Paramount-Warner deal A major media merger faces opposition from industry professionals and politicians. They fear the Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery will threaten jobs and cultural output. Regulators are expected to approve the deal, but states are preparing lawsuits. Concerns are high for creative talent and behind-the-scenes workers facing declining…
Destructoid · Jun 5 Paramount announces new massive gaming studio and publisher, set to show its first game at SGF today We've got a new kid on the block.
Cinemablend · Jun 1 CBS Correspondent Just Went Off On Head Honchos For ‘Murdering’ 60 Minutes This conversation reportedly took a turn.
Salon · Jun 1 “60 Minutes” infected by Trumpism Scott Pelley firing shows Weiss is more interested in loyalty than journalism
Cinemablend · May 27 I'd Love A Rick And Morty And Star Trek Crossover, And It Might Be Easier Than You'd Think We might actually see this happen.
The Independent UK · May 26 Colbert finale intentionally ignored on CBS Mornings after spoof of Trump China coverage: ‘Kicked ... when they were down’ The reported lack of an on-air tribute came after Colbert mocked his home network for failing to get a top anchor to China to cover the Trump summit
Barchart · May 20 Paul Tudor Jones’ Hedge Fund Buys 7 Million Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery. The WBD Stock Turnaround Could Finally Be Here. Paul Tudor Jones just bet $193.7 million on Warner Bros. Discovery. Here's why WBD stock could be one of the smartest media plays of 2026.
Fortune · May 17 OpenAI paid $100 million for a talk show. James Murdoch is eyeing an even bigger deal. The hot new asset class is humanity The biggest deals in media in the dawning age of AI now aren't content acquisitions, but bets on something innately human.
The Independent UK · May 12 Cannes Film Festival opens as Hollywood blockbusters stay away The 79th Cannes Film Festival has commenced on the French Riviera, featuring 12 days of world premieres and culminating on 23 May with the presentation of the prestigious Palme d’Or. The festival opened with the French period-comedy The Electric Kiss and an honorary Palme d’Or was awarded to Lord of…