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Coverage of the business and economic aspects of the media and entertainment industry, including mergers, acquisitions, and financial trends.

A vibrant film set at night, with crew and equipment under bright lights, symbolizing the $500 million investment in film and TV production by Allegro Finance.
Media Industry

Allegro Finance Launches $500M for Film and TV Production

Allegro Finance, collaborating with Elliott Advisors, has initiated a $500 million credit facility for global film and television production.

Amelia Frost· Apr 25· 7 min read
Film crew on a sustainable set, showcasing the integration of nature and technology in Illinois' green film production initiative.

Illinois Offers 5% Green Film Tax Credit for Sustainability

Amelia Frost · Apr 25
A cinematic image depicting a modern corporate office building with the Sony logo, and executives in a boardroom discussing strategic plans, symbolizing Sony Pictures' major reorganization and staff cuts.

Sony Pictures Announces Staff Cuts in Major Reorganization

Leo Hartmann · Apr 9
A modern corporate building with the Disney logo, conveying a sense of corporate change and restructuring under new leadership, reflecting recent job cuts.

Disney Plans Layoffs Under New CEO Josh D’Amaro, Cutting 1,000 Jobs

Amelia Frost · Apr 9
Writers and studio executives shake hands, symbolizing the WGA's tentative labor deal with Hollywood studios, addressing AI, health plans, and uncompensated labor.

Writers Guild Reaches Tentative Labor Deal With Major Studios

Julian Mercer · Apr 6
A diverse team of film producers and executives collaborating in a modern London office, reviewing scripts and discussing projects, symbolizing Plan B Europe's expansion and new hires.

Plan B Europe Expands Team With Key Producer Hires

Seven months after its launch, Plan B Europe is staffing up. The hiring of two key producers signals the company is moving aggressively to build its slate of U.K. and European projects.

Leo Hartmann· Apr 2· 5 min
Film crew actively shooting a scene on a movie set in Culver City, with cameras, lights, and equipment.

Culver City film incentives boost local production

As of May 11, 2026, filming a three-day shoot in Culver City could cost $1,700 less in administrative fees alone, thanks to a new incentive package.

Leo Hartmann· May 20· 3 min