Antitrust enforcers could block Netflix–Warner Bros. deal Netflix announced its plan to acquire Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) for $83 billion on Friday The merger between the entertainment giants will likely draw international antitrust scrutiny, as
Netflix-WBD Deal: DOJ, EU State Hurdles - Archyde The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is expected to lead the charge in the States, focusing on potential violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act Their concerns will likely center on whether a combined Netflix-WBD would wield too much power over content licensing, potentially squeezing out competitors and raising prices for consumers