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Morning Brew Daily

Another Mega Streaming Merger? & The Big Business of Elf on a Shelf

Dec 22, 2023
26:37
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The podcast discusses a potential mega merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount, along with the challenges of a $61 billion debt load and regulatory obstacles. They also explore the possibility of streaming services merging and the importance of a seamless user experience. The performance of Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson is compared, focusing on their COVID vaccines. The economics and trade unions behind the Christmas tree industry are also discussed.
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  • Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount are considering a potential mega merger to rival Netflix, but a $61 billion debt and regulatory hurdles may hinder the deal.
  • The business behind Elf on the Shelf has become a viral sensation during the holidays, while the Poinsettia industry faced challenges before finding success through patenting and marketing innovation.

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Potential merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount

Insiders are discussing a potential merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount to compete with Netflix's streaming dominance. However, the $61 billion debt and potential regulatory concerns pose challenges.

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