Mediagazer: Sources: Chernin Entertainment has hired bankers to explore its options, including a sale of a stake in the business or other equity partnership (Benjamin Mullin/Wall Street Journal)

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Benjamin Mullin / Wall Street Journal:

Sources: Chernin Entertainment has hired bankers to explore its options, including a sale of a stake in the business or other equity partnership — Studio is working with investment banks Moelis and Centerview to weigh options including sale of a stake — Chernin Entertainment …

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