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The Powers That Be: Daily

Shari’s Suitor & Iger’s Relief

Apr 4, 2024
Bill Cohan discusses Shari Redstone's Skydance decision and Bob Iger's proxy win. The podcast also explores AI in corporate battles, Sherry Redstone negotiation dynamics, and AI transparency concerns at Disney. Gary Gensler warns about financial risks of AI and the importance of truthful disclosures.
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  • Shari Redstone considers separating National Amusements and Paramount, potentially leading to shareholder losses.
  • Nelson Peltz's bid for board seat at Disney, highlighting challenges like streaming profitability, faced rejection.

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Sherry Redstone's Negotiations with Skydance and Paramount

Sherry Redstone is considering selling National Amusements and Paramount separately, potentially leading to shareholder losses. Skydance, led by David Ellison, wants to acquire Paramount's assets. While Apollo offered a substantial premium for Paramount, the special committee led by Sherry leans towards selling NAI separately, sparking shareholder concerns and risks.

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