Time Warner Beats Estimates on Route to AT&T Deal

Time Warner Beats Estimates on Route to AT&T Deal

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The transcript discusses Time Warner's strong performance in 2016, highlighting CNN's high ratings due to the presidential election, Warner Brothers' successful films, and HBO's ongoing success. It explores CNN's strategies to maintain viewership post-election, including digital investments and original series. The performance of Warner Brothers and HBO is also examined, with a focus on HBO Now's growth. Jeff Bewkes' tenure at Time Warner is evaluated, noting his strategic decisions during mergers. Finally, the regulatory challenges facing the AT&T and Time Warner merger are discussed, with concerns about FCC jurisdiction and past merger blocks.

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What impact did the presidential election have on CNN's ratings?

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What is the significance of Jeff Bewkes' tenure at Time Warner in relation to the company's sale?

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