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Comcast Spins Off NBCUniversal, Sky; Shares Surge 21%

7/5/2026

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  • Comcast announced it will spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate media company.
  • Comcast shares rose $4.85, or 21%, to $28.02 in pre-market trading.
  • NBCUniversal will keep NBC, Universal Studios, Peacock and theme parks.
  • Comcast will retain Xfinity, Xfinity Wireless and a 19.9% stake in NBCUniversal.
  • The separation should close in about 12 months, giving shareholders shares in both companies.