consolidation

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The broadcast news industry has been experiencing upheaval and consolidation — most recently with layoffs and firings at “60 Minutes,” and the pending merger of news giants Tegna and Nexstar.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The deal marks a major shift for the French-Israeli billionaire’s business portfolio and will be a test of regulators’ openness to further consolidation in the industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"The financial and banking sector, both at the Italian and European level, requires a consolidation process that creates large-scale projects capable of supporting the necessary investments," Intesa said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Further consolidation in gold prices could be necessary as investors weigh higher opportunity costs from the high-yield environment, the team adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

After the arrival of Europeans, the Big Island’s King Kamehameha I rapidly proceeded with the consolidation of the largest islands by purchasing European guns and ships to invade and conquer first Maui and then Oahu.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond