Paramount Global (NASDAQ:PARA) has had an eventful few months, reflected in its turbulent stock performance. While it outperformed its competitors on numerous trading days, there were massive layoffs which initially worried investors. The company's shares fell by 29% year-to-date, but strategic buys by
Mark Asset Management LP,
MidWestOne Financial Group Inc.,
Ariel Investments LLC, and
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board buoyed confidence. On multiple occasions, it was classified as a top value stock for the long term, despite its dividend being set at $0.05 per share.
Paramount's strategy shifts were also visible, starting a second phase of layoffs in the U.S. and initiating a potential buyout saga with
Skydance Media. A reported $8B deal with Skydance boosted the stock, but the merger announcement saw share prices drop. Complicating the situation further, billionaire Edgar Bronfman and an investor group submitted a rival bid for Paramount, causing stock prices to jitter again. Despite the turmoil, Paramount registered its first quarter of streaming profits, symptifying a successful pivot towards the digital market.
Notwithstanding, Warren Buffet exited his position in the stock, leading to momentary shockwaves in the market. However, further investment by
Financial Counselors Inc. and renewed Skydance deal talks restored its positive momentum.
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