Wall Street dips as Paramount’s bold bid shakes up media stocks

A surprise $30B merger bid sent shockwaves through media stocks. Meanwhile, investors weigh Fed moves—and whether this pullback is just a pause or a turning point.

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2025 December 9 . 7:01 AM

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Wall Street dips as Paramount’s bold bid shakes up media stocks

Paramount made an unsolicited offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $30 per share. The move follows Warner Bros.’ earlier agreement to sell just its Warner Bros. division to Netflix in a cash-and-stock deal. Paramount’s bid, which promises a faster payout, caused Netflix shares to drop 3.4%, while Warner Bros. Discovery rose 4.4% and Paramount surged 9%.

The week began with notable shifts in stock values, driven by merger activity, leadership transitions, and index adjustments. Investors are also watching for potential Federal Reserve rate cuts next year, which could influence borrowing costs and market sentiment. The changes reflect ongoing adjustments in corporate strategies and economic expectations.