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WBD subsidiary extends bridge loan maturity to June 2027, tied to planned linear TV spin-off as part of Netflix merger
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.
- Bridge loan maturity extended to earlier of June 30, 2027 or completion of Linear Business spin-off.
- Amendment removes non-consenting lenders and reallocates loans among extending lenders at par.
- Merger Agreement with Netflix (Jan 19, 2026) defines spin-off of Linear Business (SpinCo) via Separation and Distribution Agreement.
- Borrower Discovery Global Holdings (formerly WarnerMedia Holdings) remains borrower; Parent WBD guarantor.
- No default or event of default occurred after giving effect to amendment.
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