Kartik Dar, a credit analyst specializing in distressed debt, and Daniel Stone, focused on leveraged finance and merger regulations, dive into the tumultuous world of DISH and DIRECTV. They dissect the complex merger plans, exploring the financial strategies involved and the antitrust hurdles they face. Their insights reveal how shifting competition in the satellite TV sector impacts investors and the broader media landscape, while also discussing the role of regulators in this high-stakes financial game.
