Sony Deal for Paramount Would Draw Added Regulatory Scrutiny
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A deal to buy Paramount Global that includes Japan’s Sony Group Corp. would be expected to draw scrutiny from US regulators who vet media purchases by foreign buyers, as well as a review from competition authorities, according to Washington-based analysts.
Tokyo-based Sony and Apollo Global Management Inc. are considering teaming up in a bid for the film and TV giant Paramount Global, according to a person familiar with the matter.