Paramount-WBD Merger Paused

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$110B merger paused until trial or June 2027 due to NJ antitrust suit. New analysis highlights risk of losing competitive ground during delay. Affects future of Comedy Central, HBO Max comedy slate.

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Updated Aug 4, 2026

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