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25.11.2024

Comcast Spins Off Cable TV Networks as Streaming Dominance Continues

Comcast, the US media giant, has announced plans to spin off its cable television networks, including USA, Oxygen, and E!, as the company shifts its focus towards streaming services. This move comes as millions of viewers continue to cut the cord and rely on platforms like Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video for their entertainment needs. The spin-off is expected to take a year to complete and will create a new stand-alone company that will be attractive to investors, distributors, and potential partners.

Forecast for 6 months: Comcast’s cable networks will continue to decline in popularity, with a further 5-7% of subscribers cutting the cord and switching to streaming services.
Forecast for 1 year: The new stand-alone company will be valued at around $10-12 billion, with private equity firms and other media conglomerates likely to be major suitors.
Forecast for 5 years: Streaming services will continue to dominate the entertainment landscape, with Comcast’s Peacock service reaching 50-60 million subscribers and becoming a major player in the market.
Forecast for 10 years: The pay TV business will have largely disappeared, with Comcast and other media companies focusing on streaming services and digital content creation.

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