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Sony Strikes $457M Deal To Acquire Majority Stake In Peanuts Brand

December 19, 2025

Sony has agreed to acquire a 41% stake in Peanuts Holdings from WildBrain for approximately $457 million, increasing its ownership to 80%. The deal allows Sony to gain majority control of the iconic cartoon franchise created by Charles M. Schulz, while the Schulz family will maintain a 20% stake in the company.

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Sony is acquiring a 41% stake in Peanuts Holdings for CAN$630 million (approximately $457 million).
After the acquisition, Sony will own 80% of Peanuts Holdings.
The Schulz family will retain a 20% stake in the franchise.
The deal involves both Sony Music Entertainment Japan and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

News Acquisitions Sony Animation Peanuts WildBrain Sony Pictures Entertainment

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Sony Strikes $457M Deal To Acquire Majority Stake In Peanuts Brand

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