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Breaking News: PLDT and ABS-CBN Cancel Sky Cable Deal

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PLDT's acquisition of Sky Cable is no longer happening! Find out the latest on this surprising turn of events.

In a shocking turn of events, ABS-CBN Corp. and PLDT Inc. have decided to cancel the deal involving the sale of Sky Cable, a subsidiary of ABS-CBN, to PLDT. This mutual decision comes after much speculation and anticipation in the telecommunications industry. With the sale no longer pushing through, Sky Cable subscribers can breathe a sigh of relief as their cable television service will continue uninterrupted beyond the initial Feb. 26 deadline.

Although the PLDT-Sky Cable deal is off the table, Sky's internet broadband service, SKY Fiber, remains unaffected. This comes as good news for loyal subscribers who rely on SKY Fiber for their internet needs. The termination of the agreement is a significant development that showcases the dynamic nature of business negotiations and partnerships in the industry.

In a joint statement, ABS-CBN Corp. and PLDT, Inc. expressed their gratitude to Sky subscribers for their continued support and patronage. Despite the cancellation of the deal, both companies remain committed to providing quality services and maintaining customer satisfaction. The termination of the acquisition highlights the complexities and uncertainties that businesses face, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and strategic decision-making in the ever-evolving market landscape.

Overall, the cancellation of the PLDT acquisition of Sky Cable marks a pivotal moment in the telecom sector, raising questions about future partnerships and acquisitions. As Sky Cable TV service continues without changes, subscribers can look forward to uninterrupted access to their favorite shows and programs. The resilience of SKY Fiber amid this decision reaffirms its position as a reliable internet provider for households across the Philippines, ensuring a seamless online experience for users.

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ABS-CBN, PLDT cancel Sky Cable deal (INQUIRER.net)

ABS-CBN Corp. will no longer sell the broadband business and other related assets of subsidiary Sky Cable Corp. to PLDT Inc.

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PLDT-Sky Cable deal not pushing through (Rappler)

MANILA, Philippines โ€“ Manny Pangilinan's PLDT is not acquiring the Lopezes' Sky Cable after all. In a stock exchange filing on Thursday, February 22, ...

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Sale of Sky Cable to PLDT canceled (GMA News Online)

ABS-CBN Corp.'s sale of Sky Cable PLDT Inc. is no longer pushing through.

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PLDT, ABS-CBN terminate Sky Cable sale (Philstar.com)

Sky Cable Corp., a subsidiary of ABS-CBN, will no longer be sold to the Manny V. Pangilinan-led PLDT Inc., both companies announced on Thursday.

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Sky Cable Sale to PLDT Not Happening...Again (Esquire Philippines)

Meanwhile, Sky's internet broadband service, SKYFiber remains unaffected. โ€œWe thank all our Sky subscribers for their continued patronage and support,โ€ ABS-CBN ...

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PLDT's purchase of Sky Cable canceled (PhilSTAR Life)

In turn, Sky Cable notified subscribers that their cable television service will continue beyond Feb. 26. "SKY's broadband internet service, SKY Fiber remains ...

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Mutual decision: Lopez, MVP ditch PLDT's P6.8 billion takeover of ... (Bilyonaryo)

ABS-CBN of the Lopez family and PLDT of bilyonaryo Manny V. Pangilinan have mutually decided to abandon the sale of Sky Cable to the telecom giant.

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Good news! Sky Cable TV service to continue (Manila Bulletin)

For inquiries and concerns, Sky subscribers can contact us through our messaging platform KYLA or through the SKY website.

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ABS-CBN, PLDT mutually drop Sky Cable deal - Manila Standard (manilastandard.net)

ABS-CBN Corp. and PLDT, Inc. on Thursday jointly announced the termination of their agreement anew for the sale of SkyCable, Inc. despite securing an ...

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PLDT acquisition of Sky Cable falls through (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines: ABS-CBN Corp. and PLDT. Inc. announced on Thursday that the acquisition of Sky Cable by PLDT will not push through.

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PLDT-Sky Cable merger unplugged (Philstar.com)

Telco giant PLDT Inc. will no longer pursue its P6.75-billion buyout of Sky Cable Corp., marking the second time a deal between the two was called off.

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PLDT turns back on Sky Cable deal (Light Reading)

PLDT's planned takeover of Sky Cable is cancelled following a mutual decision between the telco and ABS-CBN.

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Surprise twist: Sky Cable sale to PLDT aborted (INQUIRER.net)

ABS-CBN Corp. will now have to find a new funding source to extinguish debt as the P6.75-billion sale of Sky Cable Corp. to PLDT Inc. fell through.

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ABS-CBN, PLDT cancel Sky Cable deal (Sun.Star)

SKY Cable Corp., will no longer be sold to PLDT Inc., both companies announced on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. In separate statements, ABS-CBN Corp. and PLDT ...

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SkyCable sale called off (The Manila Times)

The P6.75-billion deal, the latest attempt by businessman Manuel Pangilinan to purchase the Lopez-owned cable business, was expected to have been completed next ...

Sky Cable sale aborted (Malaya)

PLDT Inc. and ABS-CBN Corp. agreed to terminate a P6.75- billion deal for the sale of ABS-CBN subsidiary Sky Cable Corp.'s broadband business and related...

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SkyCable sale called off (The Manila Times)

The P6.75-billion deal, the latest attempt by businessman Manuel Pangilinan to purchase the Lopez-owned cable business, was expected to have been completed next ...

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