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German group says licensing demands have made timetable unrealistic despite bids backed by billionaires
Bertelsmann puts business up for sale after failed merger attempt
TF1 and M6 abandon deal seen as test case of European consolidation after regulator raised objections
Bouygues and RTL say watchdog raised ‘significant’ concerns on their proposed tie-up of TF1 and M6
If broadcasters TF1 and M6 are allowed to merge, more deals will follow to compete with global streamers
CNews gave a platform to the broadcaster, who is surging in the polls, while critics say it has tilted the election agenda to the right
Move to take on international streaming services set to test competition rules
A return of primetime marketing to state-owned channels is not all bad
Goal of achieving €300m cost savings next year compared with the end of 2013 likely to be bettered
Latest sign of US media groups taking greater interest in Europe as home markets mature
TF1 sits in one of the worst television ad markets in Europe
French pay-TV operator to screen remaining Champions League matches
The investment case is intact and it is well prepared for future challenges
The market is finally reconnecting with the broader economy
Renewed confidence, but momentum will be difficult to sustain
Not all broadcasters will win from the huge sums being spent
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