Fubotv Fubo (FUBO) Enhances Streaming Service
Fubotv Inc. (NYSE: FUBO) has recently secured its position as one of Goldman Sachs’ top penny stock picks. On June 26, the company announced a multi-year agreement to distribute seven Weigel networks on its platform. The newly added networks include MeTV Toons, MeTV, MeTV+, H&I (Heroes & Icons), Story Television, MOVIES!, and Catchy Comedy, along with WCIU, The U, which is Chicago’s local independent entertainment station.
Subscribers to the Pro and Elite channel plans will have access to these seven national Weigel networks, while viewers in the Chicago DMA will also receive WCIU, The U. Fubotv's base Pro plan features over 100 channels that span sports, news, and entertainment, all accessible on various devices including Smart TVs, mobile phones, tablets, and computers.
Todd Mathers, executive vice president of content strategy and acquisition at Fubotv, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “In partnership with Weigel Broadcasting, we are thrilled to bring Fubotv subscribers even more entertainment programming, including some of the most-loved TV shows and movies of all time.”
Jim Hall, vice president of business development at Weigel Broadcasting Co., noted, “Weigel is excited to add our entertainment networks and Chicago’s WCIU, The U, to the Fubotv platform. This collaboration enhances the viewing experience for subscribers by including our programming alongside the sports and general entertainment content that Fubotv is known for.”
This partnership aligns with FuboTV's strategy to diversify its content offerings. The streaming service is focusing on expanding beyond sports, which complements features such as 4K streaming, MultiView, and personalized game alerts.
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