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Fitch Downgrades Skydance Credit Rating Amid Massive Merger Debt
Fitch Ratings has downgraded Skydance's credit rating following the massive merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. The new entity, led by CEO David Ellison, launched with approximately $80 billion in debt, raising concerns about its financial stability. The downgrade from BB+ to BB reflects increased leverage and significant integration risks. Analysts highlight concerns regarding the company's ability to achieve necessary synergies to manage its debt load amidst a challenging media landscape.