Disney, Hearst To Sell A+E: Handicapping Who And What's Next
1. Disney and Hearst are selling A+E Global Media, reducing cable assets. 2. A+E's financial success peaked in 2023; earnings are declining. 3. Potential buyers include major media companies and private equity firms. 4. Streaming platforms may not need A+E's assets for their businesses. 5. The future of traditional media ownership is increasingly uncertain.