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The removal of Netflix from a potential merger between WBD and Paramount may simplify the regulatory approval process, potentially making it more feasible.

Canada's oil sands industry is expected to see a mega merger, driven by a busy year of deals that has left few smaller targets available, according to analysts.

India's market regulator has issued a show-cause notice to Zee Entertainment, reviving allegations of fund diversion and governance lapses, which could impact the company's stock price and future merger plans.

A merger of Indian lenders to the power sector is expected to boost financing for key drivers of India's economy, potentially improving the country's credit market.

Musk's AI research company, xAI, has lost its second co-founder in two days, following the departure of influential researcher Jimmy Ba, after a recent merger with SpaceX.

Nexstar and Tegna shares have seen a surge in value following a change in stance by former President Trump on their contentious merger, which still faces regulatory hurdles.

Former Viacom CEO Tom Freston believes Netflix is a better fit for the Warner Bros.

Rio Tinto walked away from merger talks with Glencore, a deal that would have created the world's largest miner, due to a scramble for copper, indicating a high demand for the metal.

A failed merger attempt between Rio Tinto and Glencore highlights the challenges of achieving mega deals in the mining industry, making it difficult for the world's biggest mining companies to consolidate and grow through large-scale mergers.

The article discusses companies planning to go public, with SpaceX's acquisition of xAI propelling its value to $1.25 trillion, and OpenAI and Anthropic considering an IPO by the end of 2026.

Rio Tinto and Glencore have abandoned their $260 billion merger plan, which would have created the world's largest mining group, citing regulatory hurdles and market conditions.

Anglo American, a multinational mining company, is warning of further writedowns at its De Beers diamond division due to low diamond prices, and is considering selling or listing De Beers as part of its merger with Teck Resources.