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China’s State-Owned Film IPO Bonanza

September 14, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

One week before Shanghai Film went public, state-owned Omnijoi Media, listed on the ChiNext. On the very next day, China Film made debut on the main board.

China’s Burgeoning Online Video Providers

September 12, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

In a shocking spectacle of insider dealing, the Chairman of Baidu, along with others announced plans in February 2016 to buyout iQiyi from Baidu for $2.3B.

More Trouble for the Starz and Lionsgate Merger

September 5, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

A Starz Entertainment shareholder on Tuesday August 30th 2016 challenged the company’s proposed $4.4B merger with Lions Gate Entertainment.

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Paramount Concedes to the European Commission

August 30, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Paramount Pictures made several commitments to the European Commission in their antitrust case against US studios and EU broadcasters.

Erasing Territorial Barriers in the EU for Media

August 29, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

The European Commission has been investigating the six major US studios and the largest EU broadcasters for antitrust infringements.

Update: Legendary Crossed $2B in Global Receipts

July 25, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

For the first time, films produced by Legendary crossed $2B in box office receipts in 2015. Jurassic World accounted for 77% of all global receipts.

Update: Auditing China After $12M Paramount Fraud

July 15, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

The MPAA and China film regulators negotiate to address box office fraud and expanding the number of non-Chinese films permitted on the mainland.

Brazil Television Market Cools Off at 19M Subs

January 22, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Brazil lost 600,000 subs over the last six months of 2015. It’s no surprise that Netflix’s growth has been spectacular. Sky lost 300,000 in the same period.

Relativity’s Teflon Kavanaugh and Judge Wiles

January 21, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Will Relativity’s Kavanaugh be able to escape the legal actions in connection with misappropriating $10 million in P&A capital used to prop up the company?

News: Netflix Favors Time Warner-Charter Merger

January 20, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix’s top executive endorsed the pending $55B Charter and Time Warner merger, saying he views it as a positive development for streaming video.

Insight: Wanda’s Antitrust Issue After Legendary Acquisition

January 14, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Antitrust issues are on the horizon for Wanda Group: CEO Wang Jianlin, China’s richest individual, announced the acquisition of Legendary for $3.5 billion.

Legal: W2 2016

January 13, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

The makers of the Machete film franchise did not have their constitutional rights violated when Texas denied their application for a film incentive grant.

Insight: eOne Theatrical Revenues Decline

December 16, 2015 FilmTake Comments Off

In an attempt to cash-in on the television boom, eOne is building a greater presence in the U.S. But is eOne’s rush into television too little too late?

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

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Legendary Eyes Lionsgate: A Marriage of Convenience or Strategic Power Play?

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Starz’s Pay-1 Rates Breakdown: What Starz Paid for a Decade of Sony Films

July 13, 2025 Comments Off

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Streaming’s Premium Play: Why Windowing, Not Content, Holds the Key to Value

July 6, 2025 Comments Off

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Streaming First, or PayTV Forever? The Global Battle Over Film Rights

June 28, 2025 Comments Off

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Will California’s $750 Million Film Incentive Revive Production or Reward Studios?

June 28, 2025 Comments Off

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Mubi Makes Its Move: Boutique Streamer Goes Global in Buying Blitz

June 21, 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.

Europe’s AVOD Boom: How Ad-Tiers Will Reshape Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

December 29, 2024 Comments Off

Europe’s streaming market is on the verge of transformation, propelled by the rise of ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) platforms. Consumers increasingly favor lower-cost subscription plans featuring ads, benefiting major players like Netflix and local entities such as TF1+. However, platforms face challenges with ad relevance, viewer retention, and stringent EU regulations.

Splitting the Difference: Why Warner Bros. and Comcast Are Carving Up Their Empires

Broadcast & PayTV

December 17, 2024 Comments Off

Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast are restructuring to separate their declining linear TV networks from streaming divisions, signaling the end of linear television’s dominance. This strategy, framed as a means to enhance value, highlights the sector’s collapse as advertisers and viewers shift to digital platforms. Mergers or sell-offs are imminent.