US DoJ probing if Netflix used anti-competitive tactics in WBD bid: Reports
The U.S. Department of Justice has inquired in a subpoena if past mergers of studios or distributors had affected competition for creative talent
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Published: Feb 7, 2026 10:36 AM | 1 min read
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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether Netflix used anti-competitive tactics, as part of the proposed $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, media networks have reported.
DoJ has asked whether either deal could hurt the competition.
It also has inquired in a subpoena if past mergers of studios or distributors had affected competition for creative talent. The DoJ has sought information on how talent contracts vary between studios.
A Netflix spokesperson, however, told Reuters that it was not aware of the investigation.
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