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Netflix announced an agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $82.7 billion in a cash and stock deal. The acquisition includes Warner Bros.' film and television studios, HBO Max, and HBO. The deal values Warner Bros. shares at $27.75 each, with $23.25 in cash and $4.50 in Netflix stock. The acquisition is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Networks division in fiscal 2026.

- Netflix, Inc. announced an agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. for approximately $82.7 billion.  
- The acquisition includes a cash and stock deal valued at $27.75 per WBD share, comprising $23.25 in cash and $4.50 in Netflix stock.  
- The deal is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Networks division, anticipated in the third quarter of fiscal 2026.  

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Netflix To Buy Warner Bros. Discovery In $82.7 Bln Cash, Stock Deal

Netflix plans to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's studios and streaming businesses for $83 billion, marking a major consolidation in Hollywood. The acquisition will expand Netflix's content library with Warner Bros' franchises and HBO series. The deal involves cash and stock, valuing WBD at $27.75 per share, and is expected to close within 12 to 18 months, pending regulatory approvals and shareholder votes.

- Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's studios and streaming businesses for $83 billion, significantly reshaping Hollywood's landscape.  
- The deal will enhance Netflix's content library by adding iconic franchises and HBO's premium series, positioning it as the leading entertainment company.  
- The acquisition, valued at $27.75 per share, is expected to close after WBD's separation of its networks division, with completion anticipated within 12 to 18 months, pending regulatory approvals and shareholder votes.

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Netflix says it plans to buy Warner Bros studio and streaming business

Warner Bros. Discovery has entered exclusive negotiations with Netflix to sell its film studio and HBO Max streaming service, with Warner Bros.' iconic content providing a strong programming resource for Netflix. Netflix's offer of $30 per share implies an equity valuation of Warner's assets of up to $75 billion, and the combined user base of approximately 450 million will raise significant antitrust concerns

- Warner Bros. Discovery is in exclusive negotiations with Netflix to sell its film studio and HBO Max streaming service, potentially transforming the entertainment industry.  
- Netflix has proposed a $5 billion breakup fee if regulators do not approve the deal, with a bid of $28 per share, surpassing competitors like Paramount Skydance.  
- The acquisition could raise significant antitrust concerns, as it would combine Netflix's user base with Warner Bros.' assets, including popular content like HBO shows.

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The king of streaming "swallows" a century-old Hollywood establishment: Netflix plans to acquire Warner Bros. film production business and HBO Max

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Netflix: entered commitment letter for up to $59 bln of senior unsecured bridge term loans to finance cash portion of consideration - filing

Netflix Inc: If deal terminated under certain circumstances, WBD to pay Netflix termination fee of $2.8 bln - SEC filing

Netflix Inc: If deal terminated under certain circumstances, WBD to pay Netflix termination fee of $2.8 bln - SEC filing

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US stock indices are rising pre-bell as investors await September's delayed inflation report and the Federal Reserve's upcoming monetary policy meeting. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones showed gains in premarket activity. The Fed's interest rate decision is anticipated, with a 25-basis-point rate cut likely. Economic reports, including personal income and consumer sentiment, are due. Hewlett Packard Enterprise shares fell, while Ulta Beauty rose. Netflix plans to acquire Warner Bros. for $72 billion. Oil, gold, and bitcoin prices showed mixed movements.

- US stock indices showed positive movement before the market opened, with the S&P 500 up 0.2%, Nasdaq up 0.4%, and Dow Jones up 0.1%.  
- Investors are anticipating the delayed September inflation report and the Federal Reserve's upcoming monetary policy meeting, with an 87% chance of a 25-basis-point rate cut.  
- Notable corporate movements included Hewlett Packard Enterprise's shares dropping 9.7% due to a disappointing revenue outlook, while Ulta Beauty's shares rose 5.8% after strong sales results.

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Netflix pre-market down 3.25%; SMX Security Matters pre-market up 81.56%; Akanda pre-market up 38.46%; Wheeler Real Estate pre-market up 33.33%

- Netflix shares fell 3.25% in pre-market trading following key news on December 5, including a $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery's production and streaming units, raising concerns about financial pressure.  
- Additionally, Chairman Reed Hastings sold 375,500 shares worth approximately $40.71 million, increasing investor doubts about internal confidence.  
- The competitive streaming industry faces heightened regulatory risks, while other stocks like SMX Security Matters and Akanda saw significant pre-market gains despite lacking major news.

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Pre-market hot trades in US stocks: Netflix's $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. causes a pre-market drop of 3.25% due to financial pressure and transaction risks

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Mirabella Financial Services LLP reduced its stake in Booking Holdings Inc. by 95.5% in Q2, selling 9,324 shares. Other hedge funds adjusted their positions, with GeoWealth and Epoch increasing their stakes. Booking's stock opened at $5,027.20, with a 52-week range of $4,096.23 to $5,839.41. Analysts have upgraded the stock, with a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average price target of $6,141.52.

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Arete Research upgraded Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) from a "hold" to a "strong-buy" rating. Other analysts have also adjusted their price targets, with Rosenblatt Securities increasing theirs to $1,117.00 and Bank of America lowering theirs to $810.00. Meta's stock opened at $661.53, with a market cap of $1.67 trillion. Recent earnings exceeded expectations, and insider trading activity was noted. Institutional investors have been adjusting their positions in the company.

- Meta Platforms was upgraded from a "hold" to a "strong-buy" rating by Arete Research, with several other analysts adjusting their price targets and ratings.  
- The company reported earnings of $7.25 per share, exceeding estimates, and a revenue of $51.24 billion, reflecting a 26.2% year-over-year increase.  
- Institutional investors own 79.91% of the stock, indicating strong interest, while insider trading activity has seen significant share sales recently.

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) Upgraded by Arete Research to Strong-Buy Rating

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Wallstreetbets stocks showed mixed pre-market performance on Friday. AST SpaceMobile, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, Amazon, and Tesla saw slight increases, while SoFi Technologies, Oklo, and UiPath experienced declines. AST SpaceMobile rose 1.1%, Nvidia 0.6%, Meta 0.5%, Amazon 0.3%, and Tesla 0.1%. In contrast, SoFi Technologies fell 7.1%, Oklo 5.4%, and UiPath 1.3%.

- The most-discussed stocks on the Reddit subforum Wallstreetbets showed mixed results in premarket trading on December 5, 2025.  
- AST SpaceMobile, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, and Amazon.com experienced slight gains, while SoFi Technologies, Oklo, and UiPath saw declines.  
- The fluctuations reflect a volatile trading environment ahead of Friday's market opening.