Fox to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal

TL;DR

Fox Corp. will acquire Roku for $22 billion ($160 per share in cash and stock).
The combined company aims to become the third-largest player in U.S. television by viewing share.
The acquisition merges Fox's live programming (Fox News, NFL, MLB, FIFA) with Roku's streaming platform reaching 100 million households.
This deal aligns with Fox's strategy to expand digital ad revenues through acquisitions, following its purchase of Tubi in 2020.
Media consolidation raises concerns about potential depressed employee pay and increased consumer costs due to reduced choice.
Fox shareholders are expected to own approximately 73% of the combined company post-deal.

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