Entertainment 11 February 2026 - 27 February 2026

Netflix stock price jumps on Warner Bros exit — what to watch when markets reopen
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Netflix stock price jumps on Warner Bros exit — what to watch when markets reopen

Netflix shares jumped 13.8% to $96.24 after the company withdrew from the bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery, securing a $2.8 billion termination fee. Paramount Skydance will acquire Warner Bros in a $110 billion deal. Netflix cited the rival’s $31-per-share bid as too high. Investors await Netflix’s next moves as its CFO speaks at a conference March 4.
March 1, 2026
Netflix stock price jumps 13% after Warner Bros bid exit; buybacks back in focus
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Netflix stock price jumps 13% after Warner Bros bid exit; buybacks back in focus

Netflix shares surged 13.4% to $95.91 after the company withdrew its bid for Warner Bros Discovery assets, citing unattractive financial terms. Paramount Skydance secured a $110 billion deal with Warner, with Netflix set to receive a $2.8 billion breakup fee. Co-CEOs said Netflix will invest $20 billion in content and resume share buybacks. Investors await further details on capital returns and strategy.
February 27, 2026
Netflix stock jumps before the open after Warner Bros bid exit; what’s next for NFLX
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Netflix stock jumps before the open after Warner Bros bid exit; what’s next for NFLX

Netflix shares jumped 7.4% to $90.86 in premarket trading after the company said it would not raise its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Co-CEOs called the deal “no longer financially attractive” and confirmed plans to resume share buybacks. Paramount raised its breakup fee offer to $7 billion in its rival bid for Warner, according to Reuters. Investors await Netflix’s March 4 conference appearance for more details.
February 27, 2026
Netflix stock jumps in premarket after Warner Bros bid exit, as buybacks come back into view
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Netflix stock jumps in premarket after Warner Bros bid exit, as buybacks come back into view

Netflix shares rose nearly 7% in premarket trading Friday after the company declined to raise its $27.75-per-share bid for Warner Bros Discovery, citing the higher price as unattractive. Warner Bros said a $31-a-share offer from Paramount Skydance was superior. Netflix closed Thursday at $84.59 and traded at $90.49 around 5 a.m. EST. Regulatory scrutiny continues for the Paramount-led deal.
February 27, 2026
Wells Fargo says Live Nation is a buy ahead of Ticketmaster’s antitrust trial — $204 target
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Wells Fargo says Live Nation is a buy ahead of Ticketmaster’s antitrust trial — $204 target

Wells Fargo initiated coverage of Live Nation with an “Overweight” rating and a $204 price target. The move comes as Live Nation seeks to delay a federal antitrust trial over Ticketmaster, set to begin March 2. TD Cowen raised its price target to $177 and maintained a Buy rating. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian signaled he is unlikely to grant a trial delay.
February 26, 2026
Netflix stock steadies premarket as Paramount lifts Warner bid and Trump heat hangs over NFLX
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Netflix stock steadies premarket as Paramount lifts Warner bid and Trump heat hangs over NFLX

Netflix shares rose 0.4% to $76.33 in premarket trading Tuesday after a 3.4% drop Monday. Paramount Skydance submitted a higher, undisclosed offer for Warner Bros Discovery, challenging Netflix’s $27.75-per-share deal. Political scrutiny increased after Donald Trump called for the removal of Netflix director Susan Rice. UK regulators announced new content rules for streaming platforms including Netflix.
February 24, 2026
Netflix stock climbs on Warner Bros bidding deadline — what traders are watching next
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Netflix stock climbs on Warner Bros bidding deadline — what traders are watching next

Netflix shares rose 1.6% to $78.25 Friday as investors watched its $27.75-a-share bid for Warner Bros’ studios and streaming assets. Paramount’s rival $30-a-share offer for the entire company remains on the table, with a deadline set for Monday. Antitrust reviews continue, with both companies disputing regulatory progress. Shares traded between $76.46 and $78.57 during the session.
February 20, 2026
Netflix stock slips to $77 as Warner bid battle nears Monday deadline
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Netflix stock slips to $77 as Warner bid battle nears Monday deadline

Netflix shares fell 1.3% after hours Thursday, trading near $77, as investors watched its takeover battle with Paramount for Warner Bros Discovery. Netflix has bid $27.75 a share for Warner’s studio and streaming assets, while Paramount has offered $30 a share for the entire company. Paramount faces a Monday deadline to submit a final offer. The U.S. Justice Department is reviewing possible antitrust issues.
February 20, 2026
Netflix stock dips as Warner bid fight heats up and DOJ questions hang over the deal
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Netflix stock dips as Warner bid fight heats up and DOJ questions hang over the deal

Netflix shares dropped 1.6% to $76.73 Thursday as investors reacted to bidding tensions over Warner Bros. Discovery. Warner’s board rejected Paramount Skydance’s $30-a-share offer but left the door open for a higher bid before the Feb. 23 deadline. Netflix holds matching rights and may raise its $27.75-a-share offer. U.S. regulators are reviewing the deal’s impact on film distribution.
February 19, 2026
MGM stock jumps 8.5%, but a Las Vegas visitor slump and betting-market fight loom large
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MGM stock jumps 8.5%, but a Las Vegas visitor slump and betting-market fight loom large

MGM Resorts shares jumped 8.5% to $37.19 Wednesday, rebounding after Caesars’ results eased concerns over Las Vegas demand. New data showed Las Vegas lost 3.1 million visitors in 2025, down 7.5% year-over-year, the steepest drop outside the pandemic since 1970. Nevada regulators sued to block Kalshi from offering sports prediction contracts. U.S. stock futures slipped ahead of jobless claims and inflation data.
February 19, 2026
Netflix stock price ticks up as Warner Bros deal hits crunch time, DOJ scrutiny looms
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Netflix stock price ticks up as Warner Bros deal hits crunch time, DOJ scrutiny looms

Netflix shares rose 1.2% to $77.99 as the Justice Department questioned theater chains about its bid for Warner Bros Discovery’s assets. Warner Bros rejected Paramount’s $30-a-share hostile offer but left room for talks, while backing the Netflix deal. Both companies have filed antitrust paperwork and set a March 20 shareholder vote. Paramount faces a Feb. 23 deadline to raise its bid.
February 19, 2026
Netflix stock slips as Warner Bros opens a brief window for Paramount to top its deal
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Netflix stock slips as Warner Bros opens a brief window for Paramount to top its deal

Netflix shares fell about 1% to $76.11 Tuesday as Warner Bros Discovery set a March 20 shareholder vote on its planned merger with Netflix and received a short waiver to negotiate with rival bidder Paramount. Paramount’s $30-a-share offer tops Netflix’s $27.75 bid. Netflix said the deal is fully financed and under antitrust review. Investors await possible new bids and the outcome of the March vote.
February 17, 2026
Netflix stock faces Tuesday test after report Warner Bros rethinks Paramount talks
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Netflix stock faces Tuesday test after report Warner Bros rethinks Paramount talks

Netflix shares closed up 1.3% at $76.87 on Friday before U.S. markets shut for Presidents Day. A report that Warner Bros Discovery may reopen talks with Paramount Skydance threatens to complicate Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner assets. U.S. trading resumes Tuesday, with investors awaiting any response from Netflix and updates from Warner’s board.
February 16, 2026
Sphere Entertainment stock (SPHR) edges up premarket after ‘Wizard of Oz’ ticket sales near $290 million
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Sphere Entertainment stock (SPHR) edges up premarket after ‘Wizard of Oz’ ticket sales near $290 million

Sphere Entertainment shares rose 0.2% to $116 in premarket trading Friday after a 22% surge Thursday. The company reported fourth-quarter revenue of $394.3 million and net income of $57.6 million, citing strong demand for “The Wizard of Oz.” Management outlined expansion plans for new venues in Abu Dhabi and Maryland. MSG Networks subscribers fell 14.5% year over year.
February 13, 2026
Netflix stock price holds near $76 as Paramount lines up board fight over Warner deal
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Netflix stock price holds near $76 as Paramount lines up board fight over Warner deal

Netflix shares traded at $75.86 premarket Friday after a 4.7% drop, as Paramount Skydance and hedge fund Pentwater discussed a board challenge to Warner Bros Discovery’s deal with Netflix. Netflix paused buybacks to conserve cash for the bid, with its stock down about 20% since December. U.S. stock futures were flat ahead of inflation data due at 8:30 a.m. ET.
February 13, 2026
Netflix stock drops 5% as Warner deal pushback grows — what’s next for NFLX
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Netflix stock drops 5% as Warner deal pushback grows — what’s next for NFLX

Netflix shares fell 5.1% to $75.53 in late-morning Thursday trading amid uncertainty over its proposed deal with Warner Bros Discovery. Activist investor Ancora said it would oppose the Warner-Netflix deal and support Paramount’s rival bid. Paramount extended its $30-a-share cash offer and pledged to cover Warner’s $2.8 billion breakup fee to Netflix. Traders are watching shareholder votes and antitrust reviews.
February 12, 2026
Netflix stock ticks up before the bell as activist targets Warner deal; what to watch next
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Netflix stock ticks up before the bell as activist targets Warner deal; what to watch next

Netflix shares rose 0.1% in premarket trading to $82.28 as activist investor Ancora said it would vote against Warner Bros. Discovery’s plan to sell studios and streaming assets to Netflix. Paramount increased its rival bid, offering a ticking fee and to cover Warner’s breakup fee. Warner’s board maintained its support for the Netflix deal but will review Paramount’s new offer.
February 11, 2026
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