The New York Times – Travel:
The booking giant is accused of breaking federal antitrust laws and forcing millions of customers to overspend on stays by as much as 30 percent.
Category: Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues
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Paramount Closes Its Deal for Warner Bros. Discovery
The New York Times – Film:
After a legal battle, Paramount has finally acquired Warner Bros. Discovery. In a memo to employees, the combined company’s leaders hinted at cost cuts.
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After Crucial Paramount Agreement Come Relief, Anger and Concern
The New York Times – Film:
Few seem totally satisfied by the settlement that will let Paramount’s $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery move forward.
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Why Paramount Paused Its Blockbuster $111 Billion Deal for Warner Bros.
The New York Times – On the Runway:
A flurry of negotiations last week cleared the way for an antitrust court battle with states that could determine the fate of the two iconic media giants.
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What’s Next Now That Live Nation Has Been Found to Act as a Monopoly
The New York Times – Music:
The music industry may be significantly changed by the judicial rulings to come, but there is still a lot of lawyering left to do.
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American Airlines Says It Won’t Merge With United
The New York Times – Travel:
American issued the statement after news reports that United Airlines’ chief executive had discussed the idea with the Trump administration.
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5 Takeaways From the Live Nation Antitrust Trial
The New York Times – Music:
A jury found that the concert giant operated as a monopoly, a verdict that could have major reverberations in the music industry.
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Jury Finds Live Nation Acts as a Monopoly in a Victory for States
The New York Times – Music:
The music industry colossus that includes Ticketmaster was found to have violated antitrust laws by using its dominance in the industry to stifle competition.