Bob Iger defends Disney's offer to YouTube TV
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Disney's YouTube TV blackout costs entertainment giant $30 million weekly as carriage dispute continues over channel fees and fair pricing terms.
Disney and YouTube TV are locked in a tough negotiation for carriage rights, with Disney's channels now absent from the streaming service. This dispute highlights YouTube TV's growing influence and Disney's financial preparations for a prolonged absence.
On an earnings call today, Disney CEO Bob Iger and CFO Hugh Johnston touted their latest offer to YouTube TV and intimated they are ready for a prolonged fight.
The Disney-YouTube TV fight is on day 13. One analyst expects a deal before Disney's earnings report.
Disney CEO Bob Iger appeared on ManningCast but did not discuss the Disney-YouTube TV blackout. Viewers hoped for an update on the dispute. The blacko
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