<div id="readability-page-1"><div><p>Communications-services companies ticked up amid ongoing deal activity.</p><p>    Japanese entertainment conglomerate Sony agreed to pay more than $450 million to take control of Snoopy and Charlie Brown, the latest Hollywood power play that leverages cartoon icons across the entertainment industry. </p><p>    DraftKings' prediction markets went live on Friday, bringing sports event contracts to 17 states, including some, like California and Texas, that haven't legalized sports betting. The sports-betting firm is seeking to push into a market dominated by specialists such as Kalshi. </p><p>   Write to Rob Curran at rob.curran@dowjones.com </p><p>    (END) Dow Jones Newswires</p><p>12-19-25 1735ET</p></div></div>

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<p>Communications-services companies rose amid ongoing deal activity. Sony agreed to pay over $450 million to take control of Snoopy and Charlie Brown. DraftKings' prediction markets went live in 17 states, including California and Texas, aiming to enter a market dominated by specialists like Kalshi.</p>

- Communications-services companies experienced a rise due to active deal-making.  
- Sony has agreed to pay over $450 million to acquire the rights to Snoopy and Charlie Brown, enhancing its position in the entertainment sector.  
- DraftKings launched its prediction markets in 17 states, aiming to enter a competitive sports betting market.

Communications Services Up Amid Ongoing Deal Activity -- Communications Services Roundup