Decrease streaming costs on this economic system? A Netflix and HBO Max bundle might make it so

Lately, we’ve grown accustomed to the ever-increasing costs of streaming providers. At this level, it feels nearly like an annual custom to listen to that subscription prices are going up. In a uncommon break from that pattern, new rumors counsel that we may very well see a worth discount sooner or later.

Reuters experiences that Warner Bros Discovery is at the moment trying to promote all or components of its enterprise. The corporate is fielding gives from large names, together with Netflix, Comcast, and Paramount Skydance. Netflix, particularly, is fascinated about buying WBD’s studios and streaming unit. If Netflix’s proposed bid is profitable, it might result in financial savings for customers.

In keeping with sources aware of the deal, Netflix’s acquisition of WBD’s studios and streaming unit might see Netflix and HBO Max bundled collectively. This bundled providing might come at a decrease value than paying for each providers individually. The sources add that “the overwhelming majority of HBO Max clients additionally subscribe to Netflix.” If that’s the case, then this may be a win for these viewers.

It’s price noting that the opposite bidders additionally plan to make use of HBO Max to spice up their streaming providers. For Comcast, HBO Max would assist carry its yet-to-be-profitable Peacock platform. In the meantime, Paramount Skydance would use HBO Max to assist bolster Paramount Plus.

Netflix at the moment gives a $7.99 monthly ad-supported plan, $17.99 monthly normal plan, and $24.99 monthly premium plan. For HBO Max, these tiers value $10.99, $18.49, and $22.99 monthly. In case you’re utilizing each providers, meaning you’re paying $18.98 for the ad-supported plans, $36.48 for the usual plans, and $47.98 for the premium plans.