Sinclair & Scripps in Merger Talks: A New Era for Broadcasting
Update: 2025-11-17
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Sinclair Broadcast Group, a major local TV player, is in talks with Scripps for a potential merger. Sinclair, with 185 stations across 85 markets, has acquired 8.2% of Scripps non-voting shares. The merger could result in $300 million in cost savings. Sinclairs CEO expects the FCC to raise or eliminate the national ownership cap by mid-2026, potentially leading to more consolidation. Scripps is focused on driving value for shareholders and protecting its interests.
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