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Warner Bros: Revenue Decline and Bidding War

Published February 26, 2026, 14:13
Warner Bros: Revenue Decline and Bidding War

Warner Bros reported a 6% decline in revenue for the quarter, reaching $9.5 billion, a figure close to analyst expectations. Despite adding 3.5 million new streaming subscribers, bringing the total to 131.6 million, adjusted profits decreased by 4% to $393 million due to the expiration of a distribution agreement. The streaming sector showed a revenue increase of 5% to $2.8 billion, while traditional business activities faced strong pressures. Revenue from film and television studios decreased by 23% to $728 million, and the television unit saw its revenue decline by 12% to $4.2 billion, with profits falling 27% to $1.4 billion. The company is at the center of intense discussions and competing acquisition offers, with Paramount submitting a revised proposal. Warner Bros' board is evaluating whether Paramount's offer is superior to the merger scenario with Netflix, giving Netflix four business days to revise its offer if a better deal emerges. Pressures on traditional media and the effects of previous strike actions continue to impact the group's financial results, while the situation maintains investors' undiminished interest. Finding sustainable solutions and adapting to the new market conditions remain priorities for Warner Bros.