2025-12-31 09:25:53

The acquisition battle continues to intensify. According to industry sources, Paramount adjusted its acquisition terms last week, but Warner remains inclined to accept Netflix's proposal and declined Paramount's offer. The key issue lies in financing—despite Paramount offering a higher price, the stability of financing has become a major concern. Although Ellison is willing to provide personal guarantees, Warner is clearly assessing whether the funding chain is solid enough. In comparison, Netflix's proposal, although slightly lower in price, presents a more controllable overall risk exposure, which is why Warner finds this deal more reassuring.

The current suspense is quite high: will Paramount continue to match the price? Or will they find a way to strengthen their financing backing? Or simply give up? From Ellison's perspective, this acquisition game is far from over. Business mergers and acquisitions are never just about numbers—the capital layout and strategic contest behind them are often more gripping than the storyline itself.

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DegenTherapist

· 5h ago

Financial stability in funding is the real killer; no matter how high the price is, it's useless. Paramount is a bit rushed this time; Ellison's personal guarantee can't really hold back Warner's determination. Watching Netflix's moves, it's not the most expensive but the most stable—this is true enterprise thinking. Will Ellison keep pouring in money? It feels like this game is hanging in the balance. Having more or less money is secondary; whether the big boss trusts you is the core issue. This time, Paramount needs to start from the funding itself to turn the tide. Netflix's winning point is making Warner feel secure enough to sleep well. That's why big players do business—risk control always comes first. Should Paramount admit defeat or fight on? Price wars anyone can fight, but the funding battle reveals true strength. But Ellison is indeed a special person; his personal guarantee still carries some weight.

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DAOdreamer

· 5h ago

No matter how much money you have, without stable financing, it's all pointless. That's why Warner chose Netflix. --- Elison's personal guarantee sounds impressive, but Warner's risk considerations are still correct... Once the financing chain breaks, it's game over. --- This round is really about competing for financing endorsements rather than just price, which is quite interesting. --- Will Paramount continue to raise prices? The suspense is indeed high. --- The capital game is always much more complex than surface numbers; the key is who can provide stable backing.

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NFTArchaeologist

· 5h ago

Basically, even if you have money, it's not enough; you need a stable gold chain to win. Netflix's advantage of steady management is very obvious. Even if Paramount raises prices again, it can't save the financing credit crisis. What does Elon Musk's personal guarantee mean? Warner Bros. has seen big storms before.

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FUD_Whisperer

· 5h ago

Having more money doesn't necessarily mean winning; the key is whether the funds are stable. Paramount is probably going to suffer this time. Netflix is a safe bet; Warner would rather earn less than risk trouble. I understand this logic. What’s the use of personal guarantees from Ellison? In the face of corporate risk, personal endorsements are just paper tigers. This deal isn't over yet. Paramount will either increase financing backing or wait to see Netflix's smile. Financing stability > price. That’s the real intention of big capital; paper figures are all虚的

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