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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: AT&T, Netflix, Amazon, Disney, 21st Century Fox and Apple
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For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL –October 11, 2018 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: AT&T (T - Free Report) , Netflix (NFLX - Free Report) , Amazon (AMZN - Free Report) , Disney (DIS - Free Report) , 21st Century Fox (FOXA - Free Report) and Apple (AAPL - Free Report) .
Here are highlights from Wednesday’s Analyst Blog:
Should Netflix & Amazon Fear AT&T’s New Streaming Device?
AT&T announced Wednesday its plans to launch a streaming television service in late 2019 that will see it take on the likes of Netflix and Amazon, among others. The pay-TV giant will utilize its recent purchase of Time Warner to roll out a direct-to-consumer streaming platform that features HBO and content like Harry Potter.
AT&T Streaming
AT&T, which already offers streaming via HBO Go, HBO Now, and DirecTV Now, said it will introduce a new direct-to-consumer streaming service in the fourth quarter of 2019. The service is set to include “the WarnerMedia collection of films, television series, libraries, documentaries and animation,” according to an SEC filing.
WarnerMedia includes HBO, Turner, and Warner Bros. “Our service will start with HBO and the genre defining programming that viewers crave. On top of that we will package content from Turner and Warner Bros. with their deep brand connections that touch both diverse interests and mass audiences," WarnerMedia CEO John Stankey wrote in an internal memo obtained by CNN.
At the moment it seems like AT&T’s streaming platform will be a beefed-up version of HBO’s current streaming offerings. The company will add a slew of WarnerMedia content, which could include the Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings franchises, The Big Bang Theory, cult hits like Rick and Morty, and much more. Plus, the company said that 2017 marked its biggest year at the box office, with hits like Wonder Woman and Dunkirk.
AT&T’s streaming announcement comes as the media landscape continues to consolidate. This includes Disney’s massive deal with 21st Century Fox.
Streaming Wars
AT&T’s streaming service will roll out with some compelling offerings. However, it is unclear exactly what the new, unnamed service will include next year. Some of the uncertainty stems from the fact that WarnerMedia has a ton of existing distribution deals. The company said that it hopes to strike a balance between its new service and its current cable and satellite deals.
Similarly, Disney, which plans to introduce its new stand-alone streaming offering in late 2019, won’t offer all of its biggest movies across Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and its namesake brand, due to current deals. AT&T, like Disney, also hasn’t announced a price point for its service.
Disney is, however, committed to offering new Star Wars and Marvel TV shows on its streaming service. It is unclear how much brand-new original content AT&T plans to offer its streaming customers. But as the streaming market grows, the best content at the best price will likely win.
Who Wins?
On top of AT&T and Disney, Apple is ready to launch its own streaming service that features TV shows from some of Hollywood’s biggest names both in front of and behind the camera.
By the end of 2019 or the start of 2020, there will likely be five major stand-alone streaming services: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney, AT&T, and Apple. Not to mention Hulu, which Disney owns a controlling stake in. The question then becomes how do consumers, who cut the cord to try to save money, decide which service or services are worth paying for.
Netflix currently boasts over 130 million subscribers worldwide and is one of the largest streaming players. Plus, the company recently dethroned HBO’s 17-year streak at the top of the Emmy nomination list. Hit, critically acclaimed content will likely prove vital to keeping and adding customers going forward.
Meanwhile, Amazon continues to spend on new original TV shows and movies. Yet the key for Amazon and Disney might be their ability to mix in live sports, which AT&T could also due through Turner.
It is far too early to tell which company will come out on top. But it will certainly be fun to watch the streaming battle play out over the next few years.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: AT&T, Netflix, Amazon, Disney, 21st Century Fox and Apple
For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL –October 11, 2018 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: AT&T (T - Free Report) , Netflix (NFLX - Free Report) , Amazon (AMZN - Free Report) , Disney (DIS - Free Report) , 21st Century Fox (FOXA - Free Report) and Apple (AAPL - Free Report) .
Here are highlights from Wednesday’s Analyst Blog:
Should Netflix & Amazon Fear AT&T’s New Streaming Device?
AT&T announced Wednesday its plans to launch a streaming television service in late 2019 that will see it take on the likes of Netflix and Amazon, among others. The pay-TV giant will utilize its recent purchase of Time Warner to roll out a direct-to-consumer streaming platform that features HBO and content like Harry Potter.
AT&T Streaming
AT&T, which already offers streaming via HBO Go, HBO Now, and DirecTV Now, said it will introduce a new direct-to-consumer streaming service in the fourth quarter of 2019. The service is set to include “the WarnerMedia collection of films, television series, libraries, documentaries and animation,” according to an SEC filing.
WarnerMedia includes HBO, Turner, and Warner Bros. “Our service will start with HBO and the genre defining programming that viewers crave. On top of that we will package content from Turner and Warner Bros. with their deep brand connections that touch both diverse interests and mass audiences," WarnerMedia CEO John Stankey wrote in an internal memo obtained by CNN.
At the moment it seems like AT&T’s streaming platform will be a beefed-up version of HBO’s current streaming offerings. The company will add a slew of WarnerMedia content, which could include the Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings franchises, The Big Bang Theory, cult hits like Rick and Morty, and much more. Plus, the company said that 2017 marked its biggest year at the box office, with hits like Wonder Woman and Dunkirk.
AT&T’s streaming announcement comes as the media landscape continues to consolidate. This includes Disney’s massive deal with 21st Century Fox.
Streaming Wars
AT&T’s streaming service will roll out with some compelling offerings. However, it is unclear exactly what the new, unnamed service will include next year. Some of the uncertainty stems from the fact that WarnerMedia has a ton of existing distribution deals. The company said that it hopes to strike a balance between its new service and its current cable and satellite deals.
Similarly, Disney, which plans to introduce its new stand-alone streaming offering in late 2019, won’t offer all of its biggest movies across Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and its namesake brand, due to current deals. AT&T, like Disney, also hasn’t announced a price point for its service.
Disney is, however, committed to offering new Star Wars and Marvel TV shows on its streaming service. It is unclear how much brand-new original content AT&T plans to offer its streaming customers. But as the streaming market grows, the best content at the best price will likely win.
Who Wins?
On top of AT&T and Disney, Apple is ready to launch its own streaming service that features TV shows from some of Hollywood’s biggest names both in front of and behind the camera.
By the end of 2019 or the start of 2020, there will likely be five major stand-alone streaming services: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney, AT&T, and Apple. Not to mention Hulu, which Disney owns a controlling stake in. The question then becomes how do consumers, who cut the cord to try to save money, decide which service or services are worth paying for.
Netflix currently boasts over 130 million subscribers worldwide and is one of the largest streaming players. Plus, the company recently dethroned HBO’s 17-year streak at the top of the Emmy nomination list. Hit, critically acclaimed content will likely prove vital to keeping and adding customers going forward.
Meanwhile, Amazon continues to spend on new original TV shows and movies. Yet the key for Amazon and Disney might be their ability to mix in live sports, which AT&T could also due through Turner.
It is far too early to tell which company will come out on top. But it will certainly be fun to watch the streaming battle play out over the next few years.
Will You Make a Fortune on the Shift to Electric Cars?
Here's another stock idea to consider. Much like petroleum 150 years ago, lithium power may soon shake the world, creating millionaires and reshaping geo-politics. Soon electric vehicles (EVs) may be cheaper than gas guzzlers. Some are already reaching 265 miles on a single charge.
With battery prices plummeting and charging stations set to multiply, one company stands out as the #1 stock to buy according to Zacks research.
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Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Inherent in any investment is the potential for loss. This material is being provided for informational purposes only and nothing herein constitutes investment, legal, accounting or tax advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell or hold a security. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. It should not be assumed that any investments in securities, companies, sectors or markets identified and described were or will be profitable. All information is current as of the date of herein and is subject to change without notice. Any views or opinions expressed may not reflect those of the firm as a whole. Zacks Investment Research does not engage in investment banking, market making or asset management activities of any securities. These returns are from hypothetical portfolios consisting of stocks with Zacks Rank = 1 that were rebalanced monthly with zero transaction costs. These are not the returns of actual portfolios of stocks. The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index. Visit http://www.zacks.com/performance for information about the performance numbers displayed in this press release.