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business27 days ago•18 min saved

Ari Emanuel Slams States’ Antitrust Push, Warning It Could Destroy Hollywood Competition

Ari Emanuel pens a Wall Street Journal op-ed defending Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery merger and blasting the multistate antitrust suit as “trash,” arguing it would undermine competition by ignoring growing rivals like Amazon MGM, Netflix, and Lionsgate. He warns the case could fatally harm Hollywood jobs and creative investment, notes Paramount‑WBD paused the deal amid litigation, and argues the merged entity’s proposed commitments would still leave it a competitive player. Emanuel urges state AGs to drop the case and let competition play out on the merits.

via Variety|

#antitrust-lawsuit #ari-emanuel #business

business28 days ago•17 min saved

Emanuel Backs Paramount-Warners Megadeal in WSJ Op-Ed

Hollywood power player Ari Emanuel publiekly endorses Paramount’s $111 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery in a Wall Street Journal op-ed, arguing that antitrust lawsuits aimed at halting the deal misread competition and that government action threatens market dynamics. He contends the deal reflects a broadly competitive landscape that includes platforms like Amazon and Netflix, warns that blocking it could leave Warner with debt and weaker competition, and notes that the industry remains divided among supporters and critics, including calls for safeguards from unions.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#antitrust #ari-emanuel #business

business28 days ago•18 min saved

Ari Emanuel Backs Paramount-WBD Merger, Dismisses Antitrust Suit as Trash

Ari Emanuel, CEO of TKO Group and longtime Hollywood power broker, published a Wall Street Journal op-ed defending Paramount’s planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and labeling the states’ antitrust lawsuit against the deal as “trash.” He argues the merger could save Hollywood, contends that competition comes from Netflix, Netflix-related and other digital players, YouTube, and upcoming streaming projects rather than just traditional studios, and accuses regulators of ignoring real competition in a streaming-enabled market. The piece also notes the delay imposes a quarterly $650 million ticking fee on Paramount and underscores Emanuel’s stance that antitrust actions should not be used to settle policy disputes.

via Deadline|

#antitrust #ari-emanuel #business

business3 months ago•16 min saved

Emanuel and Shapiro Take Minority Stakes in Raiders, Marking NFL Ownership Debut

Entertainment executives Ari Emanuel and Mark Shapiro are buying small personal stakes in the Las Vegas Raiders to become minority owners as part of a multi-investor deal valuing the franchise at about $9.9 billion; Emanuel will own 1.4% and Shapiro 0.6% after closing later this month, with other investors like Michael Dell, Egon Durban, and Michael Meldman increasing stakes while Mark Davis remains the controlling owner. This marks Emanuel and Shapiro’s first NFL ownership venture.

via Variety|

#ari-emanuel #business #las-vegas-raiders

sports4 months ago•7 min saved

Pat McAfee’s WrestleMania Spotlight Sparks WWE Fan Confusion and Ticket Drama

Pat McAfee's latest WrestleMania promo deepens fan confusion and criticism of WWE's direction under TKO ownership, elevating his heel role in the Rhodes–Orton main event while promoting discount ticket sales; the piece argues this signals creative misalignment and desperation, with speculation about CM Punk’s potential Raw appearance and Backlash plans featuring McAfee and Orton against Rhodes and Jelly Roll.

via Awful Announcing|

#ari-emanuel #pat-mcafee #sports

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

McAfee Promo Sparks Creative Rift in WWE Mania Build

Pat McAfee’s SmackDown promo, critical of Mania ticket sales and ratings, reportedly wasn’t written by WWE’s creative team and was influenced by Ari Emanuel; Meltzer notes McAfee may have authored the lines himself with Christian Sowell listed as the writer of record, while Triple H was reportedly unaware of the specifics. Nick Khan was present, and WWE could pivot from previous Mania plans, though a Randy Orton & Pat McAfee vs. Cody Rhodes & Jelly Roll match is still being discussed for Backlash.

via Cageside Seats|

#ari-emanuel #backlash #entertainment

business1 year ago•2 min saved

ESPN's $1.6 Billion WWE Deal Signals Streaming Shift in Sports Entertainment

WWE's $1.6 billion TV rights deal with ESPN has garnered attention on Wall Street, though it hasn't boosted TKO Group's stock, which declined slightly. The deal, which is slightly below expectations in value, includes WWE programming and aims to enhance ESPN's streaming content, with analysts seeing positive implications for future negotiations and streaming growth.

via Deadline|

#ari-emanuel #business #espn

sports-entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Rock Addresses Future Matches After WWE Wrestlemania 40"

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson hinted at the possibility of having more matches following WWE Wrestlemania 40, stating that there might be future matches and expressing his love for the business. He discussed the negotiations and plans for his return, emphasizing the importance of having substantial value and building upon his appearances.

via NoDQ.com|

#ari-emanuel #sports-entertainment #the-rock

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Silver Lake Invests $250 Million in Patrick Whitesell's New Media Venture, Taking Endeavor Private"

Silver Lake plans to invest $250 million in a new business venture led by Patrick Whitesell as part of the privatization of Endeavor, with the equity value of the acquisition pegged at $13 billion. The new venture will focus on entertainment, media, and sports industries, and both Whitesell and Ari Emanuel will receive a private plane as part of the deal. The privatization also includes new contract details for top executives and potential asset sales, with Emanuel set to receive a $25 million bonus and quarterly royalty payments from WME.

via Deadline|

#ari-emanuel #business #endeavor

business2 years ago•0 min saved

"Silver Lake's $13 Billion Deal to Take Endeavor Private at $27.50 a Share"

Silver Lake Management, a private equity group, has agreed to acquire Endeavor Group Holdings Inc. in a $13 billion buyout, offering minority investors $27.50 a share for their holdings. Endeavor, led by superagent Ari Emanuel, has a market value of about $12 billion and the offer has been approved by an independent committee of Endeavor’s board.

via Bloomberg|

#acquisition #ari-emanuel #business

sportsentertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"WWE Scandal Fallout: McMahon Resigns Amid Allegations, Garcia Twins Express Shock"

Vince McMahon's resignation from TKO Group Holdings following a lawsuit alleging sexual assault and trafficking has sparked speculation about a larger effort to remove his influence from WWE, with reports of multiple women alleging similar behavior and millions in hush money paid out. Parent company Endeavor's Ari Emanuel is reportedly prepared to "ferociously eradicate" anyone and anything that could harm his business, including those involved in the scandal, potentially leaving little of WWE's leadership untouched.

via MMA Mania|

#ari-emanuel #scandal #sportsentertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Endeavor CEO Aims to Resolve Actors Strike as Hollywood Strikes Impact Q3 Revenue

Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel expresses hope for the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike in the next few days, but anticipates that it will take time for productions to resume. The strikes have had a negative impact on the company's earnings, with an estimated $40-50 million loss in the third quarter. Despite this, Emanuel remains optimistic about the future, citing pent-up demand and the strength of Endeavor's overall portfolio.

via Deadline|

#ari-emanuel #entertainment #hollywood

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Endeavor Contemplates Asset Sale and Potential Privatization

Endeavor Group Holdings, led by CEO Ari Emanuel, is considering selling some of its assets as it undergoes a strategic review to maximize shareholder value. The sports and entertainment company, which owns IMG, Frieze, and WME, has seen its stock fall over 30% in the past six months. However, shares of Endeavor jumped over 11% in after-hours trading following the announcement. The review will not include the sale of its stake in TKO Group Holdings, the result of a merger between UFC and World Wrestling Entertainment.

via CNN|

#ari-emanuel #assets #business

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Endeavor Considers Strategic Alternatives, Potential Privatization

Endeavor Group Holding, the parent company of WME talent agency and other sports properties, is exploring strategic alternatives, including a potential sale, to maximize shareholder value. However, the controlling interest in TKO Group Holdings, the merged company of UFC and WWE, will not be sold. Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel stated that the evaluation is necessary due to the disparity between the company's public market value and the value of its underlying assets. TKO Group Holdings, with Emanuel as CEO, is expected to negotiate lucrative broadcast rights deals in the coming years. Endeavor previously sold off IMG Academy and may seek similar deals for other assets. The review process has no definitive timetable, and there is no guarantee of a sale.

via MMA Fighting|

#ari-emanuel #business #endeavor-group-holding

business2 years ago•0 min saved

Endeavor's Strategic Alternatives Exploration Boosts Stock by 10%

Endeavor Group Holdings, led by CEO Ari Emanuel, has announced that it will explore strategic alternatives for the company, including a potential sale, due to the significant gap between its public market value and the value of its underlying assets. The news caused the company's stock to surge more than 10% in after-hours trading. This move comes shortly after French billionaire Francois-Henry Pinault purchased a majority stake in Endeavor's rival, Creative Artists Agency, for $7 billion. Endeavor's market value currently stands at $7.79 billion, having declined 21% this year.

via CNBC|

#ari-emanuel #business #endeavor-group-holdings