Netflix Considers All-Cash Bid for Warner Bros. Amid Opposition
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Moneycontrol•14-01-2026, 06:47
Netflix Considers All-Cash Bid for Warner Bros. Amid Opposition
- •Netflix Inc. is exploring an all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.'s studios and streaming businesses.
- •The revised terms aim to accelerate the sale, which has faced political opposition and a rival bid from Paramount Skydance Corp.
- •The original deal involved $23.25 cash and $4.50 in Netflix stock; however, Netflix shares have dropped significantly since October.
- •Netflix has secured $59 billion in financing, including a large bridge loan, and has the capacity to borrow more while maintaining strong credit ratings.
- •Paramount, led by David Ellison, is actively trying to disrupt the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal through a tender offer, personal guarantees, and legal action.
Why It Matters: Netflix is weighing an all-cash offer for Warner Bros. to expedite the acquisition despite rival bids and stock drop.
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