The Numbers Don't Lie: Comcast Ahead of Earnings

The video discusses potential industry mergers and acquisitions, focusing on the media sector in 2017. Comcast is highlighted for its strategic acquisition of NBC Universal and its performance in adding video customers despite online competition. The video system X1 is credited for customer growth. Comcast's revenue breakdown shows cable TV as the largest contributor, with market saturation affecting growth. The 2016 election temporarily boosted NBC's ratings. In 2017, Comcast aims to converge mobile and video services, considering a quad play package and potential T-Mobile acquisition.

What strategic move did Comcast make to become a vertically integrated company?

• Buying Sprint

• Partnering with CBS

• Merging with Dish Network

• Acquiring NBC Universal

Which segment is Comcast's largest revenue generator?

• High-speed Internet

• Cable TV video

• Wireless services

• NBC Universal's broadcast networks

What event caused a temporary increase in viewership for Comcast's networks in 2016?

• The Super Bowl

• The World Cup

• The U.S. presidential election

• The Olympics

What is the focus of Comcast's strategy in 2017 regarding service bundles?

• Expanding international operations

• Developing a quad play package

• Launching a new streaming service

• Introducing a triple play package

Which company is mentioned as a potential acquisition target for Comcast in the mobile sector?

• Sprint

• Dish Network

• T-Mobile

• Verizon