FCC Scraps 39% National TV Ownership Cap in Major Policy Shift
SSP and SBGI surged as broadcasters gained flexibility to pursue larger mergers.
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Trump Opposition Sinks Tegna Stock as TV Merger Deal Faces Uncertainty
Tegna shares dropped 4% after Trump opposed FCC ownership cap changes, threatening Nexstar's $6.2B acquisition and creating turmoil in TV broadcasting consolidation plans.
Sinclair Offers to Buy Remaining EW Scripps Shares at $7.00 Each
Sinclair proposes to acquire all EW Scripps shares it doesn’t already own for $7.00 per share, offering cash and stock options and a 200% premium to recent trading levels.
Sinclair Builds Stake in E.W. Scripps, Eyes TV Station Merger
Sinclair acquires 8% stake in E.W. Scripps to push for merger deal. The broadcast TV consolidation could create larger competitor against streaming giants.