"Byron Allen's Allen Media Group Bids $30 Billion for Paramount Global"

Byron Allen, through Allen Media Group and strategic partners, has submitted a $30 billion bid to acquire Paramount Global, which includes the company's outstanding shares and existing debt. This bid comes amidst ongoing M&A speculation surrounding Paramount Global, with other potential suitors like Skydance Media and Warner Bros. Discovery also expressing interest. Paramount Global, facing challenges from the rise of streaming and declining traditional media profits, has not publicly addressed the rumors. Allen's bid may prompt a response from Paramount Global and National Amusements Inc., the controlling shareholder.