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Several media stocks were sized up by an analyst as the sector saw ongoing changes from cord-cutting and the growth of streaming platforms. The Analyst Ratings: Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng initiated coverage on the following stocks with the following price targets. Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS):...

Ford Motor Co‘s (NYSE:F) long-standing project to restore Detroit’s Michigan Central Station is finally coming to an end; the Big Three automaker is set to unveil the historic, 18-story train station to the public in an event on Thursday. Ford bought the property in 2018. Station...

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) has unveiled a new initiative that extends its best phone upgrade deals to both new and existing customers. Starting May 30, the Ultimate Phone Upgrade will allow Verizon’s current and prospective users to enjoy top-tier offers for new devices without...

While new players in the league and players on new rosters will be key storylines for the 2024 NFL season, another top story will be the Kansas City Chiefs attempting to be the first NFL team to win three straight Super Bowls. What Happened: The NFL released its 2024 schedule on Wednesday, which...

Despite feeling overwhelmed by the growing number of streaming platforms, Americans continue to subscribe, and a new survey reveals the most popular choices among middle-income levels compared to others. What Happened: Even as consumer face financial pressure to reduce spending on streaming...

A criminal trial against former President Donald Trump alleging that he falsified business records to conceal money paid to adult actress Stormy Daniels saw one of its key witnesses take the stand Tuesday. What Happened: Daniels took the stand Tuesday in the case against Trump to share her side of...

The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby saw underdog Mystik Dan win, marking a third straight year of a horse with 15-to-1 or worse odds winning the key horse racing event. This year's event set several records along the way. What Happened: The Kentucky Derby was watched by an average of 16.7...

The highly anticipated media rights for National Basketball Association (NBA) live games are up for grabs. What Happened: For years, Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) have had the media rights for NBA content for their TNT and ESPN units respectively. After...

Media company Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) was one of several companies to benefit from strong viewership of National Football League games in the 2023 season. For the 2024 season, Comcast has secured rights to Sunday Night Football and will broadcast a total of three games, including one...

When it comes to consumers picking which streaming platform they choose, they might consider quantity and/or quality, which is an ongoing struggle for streaming companies to carefully balance. A new survey highlights the winners when it comes to quality. What Happened: Streaming platform AppleTV+...

Amid the background of the 2024 elections that could once again see a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, adult movie star and director Stormy Daniels' documentary is going to stream on Comcast Corporation's (NASDAQ:CMCSA) Peacock.   What Happened: The much-anticipated documentary...

Former President Donald Trump was in court Thursday as part of a hearing ahead of his hush money case. Here's a look at what happened on Thursday and what's next. What Happened: Trump's Thursday trial got off to a heated start with the former president's team of lawyers trying to get the case...

Viewership for National Football League games was strong in the 2023 season, potentially helped by new fans tuning in thanks to Taylor Swift. With or without Swift at games, media partners of the NFL are winning from the increased viewership. Here's a look at the future of the NFL as pertaining to...

Former President Donald Trump has an ongoing court case related to hush money paid to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The actress is the subject of a new documentary. Here are the details. What Happened: Trump faces criminal charges related to potential payments made to Daniels, who was born...

Media company Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) reported fourth-quarter financial results before market open Thursday. One key highlight from the report was the company's growth of its Peacock streaming platform. What Happened: Comcast is one of several media companies that has National Football...