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Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover

Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover

Summary

Netflix decided not to increase its offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery after the studio said Paramount Skydance had a better offer. This decision allows Paramount to continue its attempt to buy Warner Bros.

Key Facts

  • Netflix chose not to raise its bid for Warner Bros Discovery.
  • Warner Bros said Paramount Skydance's offer was better than Netflix's.
  • Paramount increased its offer by $1 per share recently.
  • Warner Bros put itself up for sale last year.
  • Netflix executives stated the deal with the higher offer was not financially appealing.

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