Bloomberg's Shaw on the Entertainment Economy

The transcript discusses the intersection of entertainment and technology, focusing on the impact of Netflix on the industry. It highlights the shift in investor focus from subscriber growth to profitability and explores potential growth areas in international markets and advertising. The strategy of Warner Brothers Discovery post-merger is analyzed, along with the implications of consolidation in the streaming industry for consumers and content creators. Finally, Bloomberg's investment in entertainment coverage and future plans are outlined.

What was the primary focus of investors in the streaming industry before the shift towards profitability?

• Advertising revenue

• Subscriber growth

• International expansion

• Content diversity

Which company is mentioned as having a significant portion of its customers outside the US?

• Apple TV+

• Amazon Prime

• Hulu

• Netflix

What is one of the challenges faced by Warner Brothers Discovery after their merger?

• Developing new original content

• Expanding into new markets

• Reducing costs and rationalizing platforms

• Increasing subscriber numbers

What is one potential benefit of consolidation in the streaming industry for customers?

• Increased content variety

• Lower subscription costs

• Simplified access to content

• More exclusive content

What is a potential downside of having fewer streaming services due to consolidation?

• Higher subscription costs

• Less content variety

• More advertisements

• Fewer original shows

What is Bloomberg's plan to enhance its coverage of the entertainment industry?

• Partner with Netflix

• Create a new entertainment magazine

• Launch a new streaming service

• Host an event in Los Angeles

Which region is Bloomberg planning to focus on for entertainment coverage?

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

• South America