# The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced the upcoming launch of a preliminary investigation into the proposed merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery.

*business · news · 2026-04-13 · MarketScreener*

## Key points

- The CMA will launch a preliminary investigation into the $110bn Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery merger.
- Industry stakeholders have until April 27 to submit comments to the CMA regarding the merger.
- Over 1,000 industry professionals, including major actors, have publicly opposed the proposed merger.
- The CMA's Phase 1 assessment will determine if a deeper investigation into competition concerns is needed.

**Companies:** Warner Bros Discovery, Paramount Skydance
**Countries:** United Kingdom

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