The acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance has closed, forming Skydance WBD. The deal was previously approved and the combined entity now operates under new leadership with David Ellison as chairman and CEO. The company carries high leverage and must execute over $6 billion in cost synergies.

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