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Neil Macker
EUR 101.80 For Business Accounts Only

Time Warner Posts Strong 2Q; AT&T Deal Remains Under DOJ Review

Time Warner reported a strong second quarter as results came in just ahead of expectations. Total revenue improved by 5% to $7.3 billion (in line with consensus) and adjusted operating income grew 4% to $1.8 billion (above consensus of $1.7 billion). Management still expects the merger with AT&T to close by the end of the year, but we remain skeptical on timing, given the current turmoil within the Trump administration, specifically with respect to the Department of Justice. We are maintaini...
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Time Warner Inc.

Time Warner is a media and entertainment company. The company classifies its businesses into three reportable segments: Turner, consisting principally of cable networks and digital media properties operating more than 175 channels globally; Home Box Office, consisting premium pay television and OTT services domestically and premium pay, basic tier television and OTT services internationally, as well as home entertainment and content licensing; and Warner Bros., consisting principally of television, feature film, home video and videogame production and distribution. The company also holds interests in companies that operate broadcast networks.

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