Activision Gives Microsoft More Time to Finish Deal

The video discusses Microsoft's stock performance, highlighting a 5% increase following news about the Activision Blizzard acquisition. The merger faces regulatory challenges, with an extended deadline to October 18th. Microsoft agreed to a higher termination fee and new commercial agreements. The video also touches on government responses and market reactions, noting past government actions against Microsoft and concerns from Congress.

What recent change in Microsoft's stock is highlighted in the transcript?

• A 2% decrease since last month

• A 10% increase since last week

• A 5% increase since 10:00 AM yesterday

• No significant change

What is the new deadline for the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger?

• September 30th

• October 18th

• November 1st

• December 15th

What did Microsoft agree to in return for the merger deadline extension?

• A lower termination fee

• A complete withdrawal from the merger

• No changes to the agreement

• A higher termination fee and new commercial agreements

What past event is mentioned regarding government actions against Microsoft?

• Government drops all actions against Microsoft

• Microsoft wins a major lawsuit

• Microsoft acquires a new company

• Government imposes new regulations on Microsoft

Who is concerned about the lack of success in anti-trust actions?

• Satya Nadella

• Tim Cook

• Bill Gates

• Linda Khan