Pivot Amazon might acquire AMC theaters and Friend of Pivot Stephanie Ruhle on business, CARES Act, wins and fails
May 12, 2020
Stephanie Ruhle, NBC News senior business correspondent and MSNBC anchor, dives into the ramifications of Amazon's potential acquisition of AMC theaters. She highlights how this move could reshape the entertainment industry and discusses major policy gaps in the CARES Act. Ruhle also addresses the economic fallout from COVID-19, pointing out the challenges that small businesses face amid recovery strategies favoring larger corporations. The conversation touches on the evolving dynamics of work and education in a post-pandemic world.
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Amazon's Potential Acquisition of AMC
- Amazon is in talks to acquire AMC Theatres, potentially mirroring vertical integration trends in successful companies.
- This control over distribution, especially during COVID, gives content makers leverage, evidenced by AMC's attempt to bypass distributors with Trolls World Tour.
Media Concerns Over Amazon's Acquisition
- Media companies are concerned about Amazon's potential acquisition of AMC due to Amazon's history of controlling distribution.
- This acquisition raises regulatory questions and potential antitrust concerns.
Amazon's Acquisition Strategy
- Amazon's massive market capitalization allows them to consider acquisitions like AMC with less concern for the price.
- Their focus is on strategic importance and antitrust implications.