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Comcast Greenlights $7 Billion Spinoff of NBCUniversal Cable Channels
The new venture will house channels like E!, USA and MSNBC, and Comcast also announced several leadership changes.
Comcast announces spin-off of NBCUniversal cable networks, including MSNBC
Comcast officially announced its plans for a spinoff company comprised of NBCUniversal's cable TV networks and more on Wednesday.
After Comcast Cable Spinoff, NBCUniversal Will Have To Develop Some New Sports Muscles
With Comcast spinning off cable assets, NBCUniversal will need to develop some new corporate muscles in order to maintain the mojo of the Paris Olympics.
Comcast to ditch cable TV networks in partial spinoff of NBCUniversal assets
The spinoff company will be "comprised of a strong portfolio of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets including Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and Sports Engine," Comcast said today.
Comcast To Spin Off NBCUniversal Cable Channels
Comcast said Wednesday that it is planning to spin off its NBCUniversal cable TV networks, including channels like MSNBC, CNBC, and E!, carving out a business that has been hurt by cord cutting and the rise of streaming.
Comcast Cable Spinoff Is Historic Turning Point for TV Advertising
With streaming ads poised for rapid expansion, the move will hasten advertisers’ exodus away from cable almost altogether.
Why Did Comcast Spin Off Its Cable Channels?
As linear TV continues to be a losing game, Comcast announced it will split NBCUniversal into two distinct companies,
Comcast: Spinoffs Don't Solve The Problems
Comcast's decision to spin off cable networks like MSNBC and CNBC aims to free up cash, but may invite more competition. Read why CMCSA stock is a Sell.
What Comcast's cable network spinoff signals to the media industry
Jessica Reif Ehrlich, senior media and entertainment analyst at BofA Securities, and Mark Douglas, Mountain CEO, join CNBC's 'The Exchange' to discuss Comcast's newly-announced spinoff of its cable channels,
Comcast-NBCUniversal Cable Split Draws Mixed Reaction From Wall Street; Stock Stages Late Rally To Post Slim Gain – Update
Comcast's decision to spin off NBCUniversal cable networks has drawn some applause but also some skepticism among Wall ...
Comcast's Bold Move to Slim Down NBCUniversal Sets It Up for a Streaming-Focused Future | Analysis
The move is designed to position NBCUniversal for future growth, jettisoning the assets that are dragging down share value ...
'How much does it cost?' Elon Musk riffs on buying MSNBC after Comcast spinoff news
Elon Musk, Donald Trump Jr., and Joe Rogan have joked about the idea of buying MSNBC after Comcast's spinoff announcement.
At Comcast’s Cable Networks, Staffers Express Uncertainty, Disappointment and Skepticism — but Also Optimism — About Looming Spin-Off
What’s the mood of the rank and file at the NBCUniversal cable networks and businesses Comcast intends to spin off next year?
Comcast stock gains on report that NBCUniversal cable networks will be spun off
Comcast Corp. stock rose in after-hours trading Tuesday after the Wall Street Journal reported the company is expected to ...
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Comcast enters its spin-off era; ‘Wicked’ creators on adapting the smash hit musical for the big screen
Comcast is set to spin off a slew of cable channels including E!, SYFY, MSNBC, and CNBC. What’s behind the move? Plus, the ...
Donna Langley Elevated at NBCUniversal in C-Suite Shake-Up Connected to Cable Spinoff
One big winner will be NBCUniversal Studio Group chairman and chief content officer Donna Langley, who will take on added ...
Comcast Announces Spin-Off of Most Cable Networks Into New Company to ‘Set These Businesses Up for Future Growth,’ CEO Brian Roberts Says
Comcast is officially cutting the cord on most of its cable networks. The company announced a plan Wednesday that will ...