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Paramount Pictures to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $31 Per Share in Cash

A major media consolidation is set to occur, reflecting the ongoing trend of industry convergence.
February 27, 2026 by
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10.42

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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-02-27
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (7)
Streaming Services
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD)
Paramount Global
Media & Entertainment Sector
Communications Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLC)
Investment Banks (M&A Advisory)
Total impacts: 12 | Positive: 7 | Negative: 0
Event Overview

A major media consolidation is set to occur, reflecting the ongoing trend of industry convergence. The acquisition highlights strategic financial maneuvering and the pursuit of market dominance through mergers.

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Paramount Pictures to Acquire WBD for $31 Per Share in Cash
2026-02-28 06:12

Paramount Pictures has agreed to acquire all issued shares of WBD at a price of $31 per share in cash. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the boards of both companies and is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2026.

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