Revenues

• Global entertainment and media (E&M) revenues are projected to reach US$4.2 trillion by 2030, with advertising specifically hitting US$1.4 trillion. • According to PwC’s Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2026-30, this growth is driven by a 3.4% CAGR, fueled by AI-powered advertising and a resurgence in live, in-person experiences. • Regional growth varies, with Asia-Pacific leading the trend as revenues are expected to rise from $13.8 billion in 2025 to approximately $17 billion by 2030.

• Zee Entertainment reported a decline in ad revenues for Q4 FY26, citing the ongoing conflict in West Asia and rising operational costs as primary drivers. • Despite the revenue hit, the company noted that losses for its streaming platform, ZEE5, are narrowing. • The stock price slid nearly 6% following the results and a downgrade of the stock by Elara Securities.

• European cinema attendance declined by 5.5% in 2025, with the total number of cinemagoers dropping to 796 million. • Despite the fall in attendance, overall box-office revenues remained stable at €6.36 billion. • This trend highlights a shift in consumer behavior and pricing dynamics within the European film exhibition market.

• Zee Entertainment reported a decline in ad revenues for Q4 FY26, citing the geopolitical conflict in West Asia and rising operational costs as primary drivers. • While the company noted that losses for its streaming platform, ZEE5, are narrowing, the overall financial outlook led to a nearly 6% drop in its stock price. • The stock's decline was further exacerbated by Elara Securities downgrading the company, reflecting investor concern over revenue stability.

• B. Riley Financial (NASDAQ: RILY) generated Q1 2026 revenues of $352 million, up from $186 million year-over-year, with net income available to common shareholders at $211.3 million. • Adjusted EBITDA reached $262.2 million, including operating adjusted EBITDA of $34.6 million, up nearly 40% sequentially; net debt fell to $372 million. • Strong performance reflects robust financial services activity, aiding liquidity in a volatile market environment.

• Morgan Stanley announced Q1 2026 results on May 5, with net revenues reaching $20.6 billion, a 16% increase from the prior year, and net income applicable to shareholders at $5.4 billion, up 30%. • Diluted EPS rose to $3.43 from $2.60, while ROE hit 21.0% and ROTCE achieved 27.1%, surpassing the firm's 20% ROTCE target. • Institutional Securities revenues surged 19% to $10.7 billion, fueled by strong Markets performance and a 36% rebound in Investment Banking, particularly Advisory; Wealth Management grew 16% to $8.5 billion with $118.4 billion in net new assets.

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