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Paramount’s Bold Bid for Warner: What a $60 Billion Merger Means for Hollywood

October 16, 2025 Comments Off on Paramount’s Bold Bid for Warner: What a $60 Billion Merger Means for Hollywood

Skydance, backed by the Ellison family, has just acquired Paramount, and is now eyeing Warner Bros. Discovery for its next takeover. If consummated, the merger would unite some of the most valuable entertainment assets under
Film Distribution Reset: Genre Wins, Big Acquisitions, Sparse Deals, and New Frontiers

September 24, 2025 Comments Off on Film Distribution Reset: Genre Wins, Big Acquisitions, Sparse Deals, and New Frontiers
TIFF 2025 at Halfway Mark: Slow Negotiations, Genre Plays, New Distributors, and Market Jitters

September 10, 2025 Comments Off on TIFF 2025 at Halfway Mark: Slow Negotiations, Genre Plays, New Distributors, and Market Jitters
TIFF 50 Sees First Big Buy: Obsession Fetches $15M as Horror Fuels Market Momentum

September 8, 2025 Comments Off on TIFF 50 Sees First Big Buy: Obsession Fetches $15M as Horror Fuels Market Momentum
TIFF Turns 50 as Buyers Weigh Rising Costs Against Shrinking Streaming Fees

September 6, 2025 Comments Off on TIFF Turns 50 as Buyers Weigh Rising Costs Against Shrinking Streaming Fees

Virtual EFM Bolsters Film Market

March 13, 2021 Comments Off on Virtual EFM Bolsters Film Market

Despite muted expectations by sellers, buyers, and producers heading into the virtual European Film Market on March 1, most reported a successful and busy market.
Netflix’s New Advertising Tier is Off to a Shaky Start

January 25, 2023 Comments Off on Netflix’s New Advertising Tier is Off to a Shaky Start
Sundance Fails to Ignite an Apathetic Independent Film Market

February 8, 2023 Comments Off on Sundance Fails to Ignite an Apathetic Independent Film Market
How Streamers and Lockdowns Distorted Distribution Prices

February 15, 2023 Comments Off on How Streamers and Lockdowns Distorted Distribution Prices
Streamers Swiftly Shift Strategies from Content Exclusivity Back to Partnerships

March 9, 2023 Comments Off on Streamers Swiftly Shift Strategies from Content Exclusivity Back to Partnerships

TIFF 2025 at Halfway Mark: Slow Negotiations, Genre Plays, New Distributors, and Market Jitters

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September 10, 2025 Comments Off

TIFF 50 Sees First Big Buy: Obsession Fetches $15M as Horror Fuels Market Momentum

Distribution

September 8, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

TIFF Turns 50 as Buyers Weigh Rising Costs Against Shrinking Streaming Fees

September 6, 2025 Comments Off

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Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

August 26, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Roku Bets on $2.99 Streaming: Disruptive Bargain or Unsustainable Streaming Gamble?

August 6, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Lionsgate’s Next Move After Ditching Starz: Sale, Merger, or Meltdown?

July 20, 2025 Comments Off

Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

Streaming

August 26, 2025 Comments Off

Global streaming is shifting from rapid subscriber growth to a focus on retention, monetization, and diversified content delivery. With mature markets slowing and engagement slipping, SVOD platforms are expanding into lower-ARPU regions, testing ad-supported tiers, and forging partnerships like Netflix’s landmark TF1 deal, which blends traditional TV, live sports, and on-demand programming.

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

Streaming

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

Broadcast & PayTV

February 24, 2025 Comments Off

As streaming platforms continue to dominate the conversation, traditional broadcast networks are proving their staying power by strategically aligning with digital platforms. New data confirms that network television still commands a substantial audience, with streaming partnerships extending its reach and influence.

Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

Streaming

January 11, 2025 Comments Off

The U.S. streaming market is saturated, with 96% of households subscribed to services, prompting a shift from acquisition to retention strategies. Ad-supported models are gaining traction as affordability overshadows uninterrupted viewing. Live sports and telecom partnerships are key growth areas, while brand ecosystems are vital for subscriber retention in this maturing landscape.

One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

January 7, 2025 Comments Off

Standalone SVOD services are experiencing a shift as consumers grapple with rising costs and subscription stacking. Many are turning to video aggregators, which simplify access but risk escalating prices. The market may soon consist of fewer standalone players alongside aggregators, highlighting the necessity for service bundling to reduce churn and enhance consumer convenience.

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