Broadband TV News looks at how leading media analysts have been reacting to the announcement of the $52.4 billion tie up between Fox and Disney.
That story was presumably briefed out by the Murdoch camp, and it is possible that he could yet end up with a senior position at Disney. But Iger’s diplomatically chosen words on the subject today, saying that “he will be discussing whether there is a role for [James] – or not – at our company” were not flattering. Amol Rajan, Media Editor, BBC
The fact that Fox has a very very powerful series of international cable assets gives Disney a lot more distribution for its branding, think about the parks and the studios, and all the brand-building he wants to do. Macquarie Capital analyst Tim Nollen
Disney goes from being a juggernaut to being a megajuggernaut Steven Cahall, analyst, RBC Capital Markets
Compared to Fox, it’s a no-brainer” for Disney to take over Sky unimpeded. Disney has a wholesome brand image, which is not exactly something you can say about the Murdochs, Steven Barnett, professor of communications, University of Westminster.
The Disney-Fox deal needs to be scrutinised for its impact on Sky and Sky News. Government and regulators will want to satisfy themselves that the deal ensures the continuation of Sky News under Disney ownership, as an impartial and trusted broadcaster that is committed to UK broadcasting standards. Joint statement by Ed Miliband MP, Sir Vince Cable MP and Lord Falconer.
This whole thing has snowballed with delays. The politics of the situation are very demanding. Alice Enders, director of research, Enders Analysis.
