A Paramount-Warner Bros. movie slate will need more animated features to compete with Disney and Universal
A combined Paramount and Warner Bros. studio will need to bolster its animation slate to compete at the box office.
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Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD), listed on the NASDAQ, has a market capitalization of $67.09B. As of Mar 30, 2026, the stock is trading at $27.04 per share@else an unavailable price , offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 93.34, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of N/A , making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is 21.75, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $67.09B and a competitive P/E ratio of 93.34. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
A combined Paramount and Warner Bros. studio will need to bolster its animation slate to compete at the box office.
The DOJ is seeking information on how the deal would affect studio output, content rights and competition among streaming services.
The U.S. Department of Justice has sent subpoenas in its investigation of Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery , three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
A special meeting of Warner Bros. shareholders will be held on April 23 to vote on the buyout by Paramount.
WBD Shareholders Have Opportunity to Vote on All-Cash Transaction with Clear Path to Close Board Unanimously Recommends Shareholders Vote FOR Paramount Merger NEW YORK, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ...
Warner Bros. Discovery has set April 23 at 10 am ET for a special meeting of shareholders to vote on the media giant's sale to David Ellison's Paramount Skydance, a key step forward in the process.
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders will vote on its planned $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance on April 23, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.
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Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav stands to walk away with up to $1 billion, depending on how quickly the sale to Paramount closes.
Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav is likely to receive up to $887 million after completion of the media company's sale to Paramount Skydance , according to a regulatory filing on Monday.
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Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4.29B | -3.07% | Est @-3.1% |
| 2026 | 4.16B | -3.16% | Analyst x12 |
| 2027 | 4.62B | 11.16% | Analyst x11 |
| 2028 | 4.79B | 3.64% | Analyst x7 |
| 2029 | 5.00B | 4.45% | Analyst x3 |
| 2030 | 5.96B | 19.15% | Analyst x2 |
| 2031 | 6.26B | 5.13% | Est @5.1% |
| 2032 | 6.54B | 4.36% | Est @4.4% |
| 2033 | 6.79B | 3.82% | Est @3.8% |
| 2034 | 7.00B | 3.21% | Est @3.2% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023A | 6.16B | 1.00 | 6.16B |
| 2024A | 4.43B | 1.00 | 4.43B |
| 2025E | 4.29B | 1.09 | 3.93B |
| 2026E | 4.16B | 1.19 | 3.49B |
| 2027E | 4.62B | 1.30 | 3.56B |
| 2028E | 4.79B | 1.42 | 3.38B |
| 2029E | 5.00B | 1.55 | 3.24B |
| 2030E | 5.96B | 1.69 | 3.53B |
| 2031E | 6.26B | 1.84 | 3.41B |
| 2032E | 6.54B | 2.01 | 3.26B |
| 2033E | 6.79B | 2.19 | 3.10B |
| 2034E | 7.00B | 2.39 | 2.93B |
| Terminal | 108.93B | 2.39 | 45.63B |
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