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Paramount (PSKY) CEO Ellison has emailed to say the deal is on hold with Warner Bros. (WBD), NY Times' Mullin reports

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Paramount's merger with WBD is paused pending an antitrust trial. Investors face mounting 'ticking fees' starting October 2026 despite having DOJ and EU regulatory clearances.

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Parties will discuss potential trial dates this week, and provide a court update on August 31st. The trial timing will be determined by the court thereafter. "In the meantime, absent further developments, the completion of the transaction will remain paused".

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