Lost in limbo: Where the Paramount merger delay leaves WBD, and what may come next
An aerial view of the Warner Bros. Studio lot on July 13, 2026 in Burbank, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty...
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China's short-drama producers flood the market with cheap bets — and let audiences pick the winners
A hand-drawn poster advertising the film "Niu Lai", which translates to "Here Comes the Cow", is seen at a cinema...
Lego posts record first-half revenue, CEO touts strong sales at high-end and value pricing
A customer reaches for a box from the Lego Dots range at a Lego store in London, March 7, 2022.Bloomberg...
Paramount CEO David Ellison is at the final hurdle before buying WBD. So far, he can't clear it
David Ellison — the founder of a film production company and son of billionaire Larry Ellison — has been at...
California AG Rob Bonta cancels Paramount settlement meeting, citing 'lack of good faith'
Paramount sign outside their offices at 1515 Broadway in New York City, U.S., Feb. 17, 2026.Adam Gray | ReutersCalifornia Attorney...
A media M&A chill: The Paramount-WBD antitrust challenge may hold up more deals than one
Long-awaited media M&A appeared to be finally getting off the ground in recent months. But the delay of Paramount Skydance's...
Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit
Paramount Skydance representatives are reportedly meeting on Monday with the California attorney general's office to discuss a path to a...
California AG tells CNBC that settling Paramount-WBD lawsuit would require 'robust structural remedies'
California Attorney General Rob Bonta told CNBC's David Faber on Thursday that the group of states suing to block Paramount...
Disney's new parks boss outlines investment strategy, with superfans at the fore
Artist concept art of the yeti animatronic from Expedition Everest at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida.DisneyIt's not every day...
Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay
The Paramount Pictures logo is displayed on a water tower in Los Angeles, California, on August 6, 2026. Michael Yanow...
What will TV look like in three years? Media insiders share their predictions
The television industry is in flux.Deals, spinouts and partnerships are all reshaping the landscape for traditional TV. While the industry...
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro tells CNBC parks were 'big surprise' in last quarter, company has 'clarity' and 'stability'
Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, speaks during the grand opening ceremony of Shanghai Disney Resort's Zootopia-themed land on December...
Grindr's AI spend is paying off and its pricey new tier has had some surprises, CEO says
Grindr CEO George Arison in New York, June 4, 2026.Emma Rose Milligan | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesGrindr is betting that...
Warner Bros. Discovery reports 10% jump in streaming revenue ahead of proposed Paramount combination
Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday said it saw record-breaking revenue growth in its streaming segment, anchored by HBO Max, ahead...
Versant shares surge 10% after company raises 2026 outlook on platforms, advertising momentum
Versant Media Group raised its full-year guidance on Thursday, boosted by momentum in its digital brands like Fandango and GolfNow,...
Hollywood is cranking out billion-dollar movies again. 'Spider-Man' just joined the ranks
"Toy Story 5," "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" and "Spider-Man Brand New Day."Disney | Universal Pictures | SonyBillion-dollar films are...
How Disney parks are bucking a travel slowdown
People gather at the Magic Kingdom theme park before the "Festival of Fantasy" parade at Walt Disney World in Orlando,...
Disney weighs free, ad-supported streaming, says it has sold out Super Bowl ad spots
Rita Ferro, Disney's president of global advertising, at Disney Upfront 2026.Courtesy: Disney Co.Disney could soon make a bigger play into...
Here's what to expect when Disney reports earnings before the bell
Merchandise is displayed on a shelf at the Times Square Disney store on May 6, 2026 in New York City....
Paramount Skydance raises full-year profit guidance, remains 'confident' about WBD merger
An aerial view of the Paramount logo displayed on the water tower at Paramount Studios on Dec. 8, 2025, in...
