There continues to be a focus on linear assets and preserving the value they bring, meaning programmers that also own an SVOD service have to figure out how to maintain the worth of linear when negotiating with distributors. That adds a layer of difficulty when SVODs include exclusive content that used to be on linear TV, but NBCU CEO Jeff Shell doesn’t think there will be a major change in the near term in regards to pricing. Speaking of negotiations—or lack thereof—Altice USA’s board opted to continue operating its Suddenlink business, signaling a drop in M&A activity as inflation impacts the industry.