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Cannes 2026: Indie Deals Rewire Finance and Distribution
business8 days ago

Cannes 2026: Indie Deals Rewire Finance and Distribution

At Cannes 2026, a handful of high-profile sales (A24’s eight-figure world rights for Club Kid and Amazon’s eight-figure package for Pumping Black) contrasted with a broader slow market, underscoring a shift away from the traditional pay-one window. Independent distributors are increasingly relying on equity financing, niche audiences, and direct-to-fan approaches—exemplified by Watermelon Pictures and Angel Studios—while re-releases (like Pan’s Labyrinth and The Devils) hint at a blended theatrical future. In short, dealmaking has not vanished but is being reinvented around community-driven distribution and new revenue paths, with much of the market activity likely to close after Cannes as buyers digest risk and value.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#audience-engagement#business#cannes
Lovable's Growth Chief: Big Tech Is the Real Rival, Not Tiny Vibe-Coding Startups
business2 months ago

Lovable's Growth Chief: Big Tech Is the Real Rival, Not Tiny Vibe-Coding Startups

Lovable’s head of growth Elena Verna says OpenAI, Google, and Apple have the strongest competitive edge due to their distribution power, more so than newer vibe-coding startups. The Stockholm-based company recently reported a 30% monthly ARR increase to about $400 million and plans to double headcount from 146 to 350 by the end of 2026, while handling roughly 200,000 new vibe-coding projects daily and competing with Cursor, Replit, and Emergent.

via Business Insider|
#big-tech#business#distribution
business3 months ago

Pokémon Expands U.S. Footprint with Excell Brands Acquisition

The Pokémon Company International agreed to acquire Excell Brands, a leading U.S. distributor and category management provider for trading cards and collectibles. The deal, expected to close after regulatory approvals, deepens a long-running partnership as Excell Brands’ largest U.S. distributor, and will invest in Excell’s capabilities while preserving its independent approach. Both companies celebrate 30th anniversaries this year and emphasize trust and shared values as they start a new chapter.

via Business Wire|
#acquisition#business#distribution
FTX to Distribute $1.6 Billion to Creditors in September
business8 months ago

FTX to Distribute $1.6 Billion to Creditors in September

FTX will distribute approximately $1.6 billion to creditors in its third distribution on September 30, 2025, following its Chapter 11 reorganization plan. Eligible creditors must complete KYC, tax forms, and onboarding with designated service providers (Bitgo, Kraken, Payoneer) to receive funds, which will be paid directly to these providers. The distribution includes various classes of claims, with some receiving up to 120%.

via PR Newswire|
#business#chapter-11#creditors
Worldwide Shiny Koraidon and Miraidon Distribution for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
gaming8 months ago

Worldwide Shiny Koraidon and Miraidon Distribution for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Starting September 26, players of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet in select regions can redeem free codes for shiny Koraidon or Miraidon, available until October 15, through participating retailers like GameStop and EB Games. The codes are version-specific and can be used to obtain shiny legendary Pokémon in-game. Additionally, other shiny Pokémon and Tera Shards are available until September 30, and upcoming releases include Pokemon Legends: Z-A and a new spin-off, Pokemon Pokopia.

via GameSpot|
#distribution#gaming#nintendo-switch
"Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Struggles to Secure a Deal"
entertainment2 years ago

"Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Struggles to Secure a Deal"

Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited dream epic "Megalopolis" is struggling to find a distributor despite its star-studded cast and mixed early reactions. The industry's reluctance to take risks on original projects and the polarized reception of the film have contributed to the challenges. While some praise it as a visionary masterpiece, others have criticized it as "not good" and "batshit crazy." Coppola is determined to secure a theatrical deal with a lengthy window and IMAX preference, but may need to invest more of his own money for marketing. Despite the hurdles, the team believes the film is for everyone and is considering a festival opening while seeking a distributor.

via The A.V. Club|
#adam-driver#distribution#entertainment
"Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Struggles to Secure Mega Deal"
entertainment2 years ago

"Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Struggles to Secure Mega Deal"

Francis Ford Coppola's self-funded epic film "Megalopolis" faces challenges in finding a distribution partner despite a star-studded screening attended by industry heavyweights. With a reported $120 million budget and a complex storyline, the film's unconventional nature has left potential suitors uncertain about its commercial viability, leading to doubts about securing a traditional studio deal. While some praise its imagination, others find it a hard sell, making it a tough prospect for a wide audience and raising questions about its future release.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#distribution#entertainment#film-industry
"Analyzing Energy Transfer LP (ET): Stock Performance and Investor Interest"
finance2 years ago

"Analyzing Energy Transfer LP (ET): Stock Performance and Investor Interest"

Energy Transfer, an integrated midstream company, has been increasing its distribution every quarter since the start of 2022, with approximately 90% of its 2024 earnings projected to come from fee-based activities. The company's growth opportunities include spending on growth capex and a strong backlog of projects, positioning it to continue growing its distribution over the next several years. Despite past challenges, Energy Transfer's distribution is well covered by its cash flow, and it is considered one of the cheapest large-cap stocks in the midstream sector, with potential for price upside.

via The Motley Fool|
#distribution#dividend-yield#energy-transfer
"Assessing Energy Transfer's Performance and Ultra-High Dividend Yield"
finance2 years ago

"Assessing Energy Transfer's Performance and Ultra-High Dividend Yield"

Energy Transfer, a midstream company, has a diversified fee-based business model and a strong backlog of growth projects, positioning it to continue growing its distribution over the next several years. With its distribution well covered by cash flow and a largely fee-based business model, the company looks poised for growth. Despite trading at a discount to its peers due to past issues, Energy Transfer's improved balance sheet, growth prospects, and distribution restoration should help win back investor trust over time.

via Yahoo Finance|
#distribution#dividend-yield#energy-transfer
international-relations2 years ago

"Israel Accuses UNRWA of Allowing Aid Accumulation Amid Gaza Conflict"

Israel's COGAT accused UNRWA of failing to distribute humanitarian aid to Gaza, sharing a photo showing a build-up of aid on the Gazan side of the border. UNRWA has been criticized for years and has come under particular scrutiny since employees were connected to attacks on Israel. COGAT's post comes amid accusations that Israel is obstructing the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, while a recent report warned of imminent famine in the region. Israeli officials maintain that the issue is not a lack of aid being allowed into Gaza but rather its distribution once inside the strip, pointing to Hamas's commandeer of aid delivery. To bypass the bottleneck, foreign nations have begun dropping aid packages over Gaza from the air and initiating projects to deliver aid by sea.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#distribution#gaza#humanitarian-aid
"New Aid Ship Sets Sail for Gaza Amid Distribution Dilemma"
humanitarian-aid2 years ago

"New Aid Ship Sets Sail for Gaza Amid Distribution Dilemma"

A shipment of aid has arrived in Gaza, but there are discrepancies over its distribution, with World Central Kitchen saying the aid is still awaiting distribution while Israeli officials claim it has been distributed. A second aid ship is being prepared to sail for Gaza. The arrival of aid comes amid mounting frustrations over the lack of aid flowing into Gaza, where Palestinians are facing starvation. The U.S. and its international partners have pushed for Israel to increase the flow of aid into Gaza, with plans to build a temporary port to facilitate future maritime deliveries.

via NBC News|
#aid-shipment#distribution#gaza