Mon, 08 Dec 2025

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 Trump says $72bn Netflix-Warner Bros deal 'could be a problem'

The planned deal would cement Netflix in its position as the world's biggest subscription streaming service.

* US President Donald Trump has expressed concerns over Netflix's planned $72bn deal to buy Warner Brothers Discovery's movie studio and HBO streaming networks.
* Trump says Netflix has a "big market share" and that the combined size of the two companies could be a problem.
* The deal, which was announced on Friday, would bring popular franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones to Netflix.
* The planned deal is yet to be approved by competition authorities, with some in the industry raising concerns about its impact on the market.
* Trump has said he will personally be involved in deciding whether or not to approve the deal.
* Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos visited the Oval Office and praised Trump for his work, leading to speculation that there may have been a behind-the-scenes agreement.
* The Writers Guild of America has called for the merger to be blocked, warning that it could lead to job losses, reduced wages, and decreased content diversity.
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