The two almost merged more than two decades ago — but the Federal Communications Commission blocked their owners' then-$18.5 billion deal, citing antitrust concerns. DirecTV is buying Dish and Sling, ...
DirecTV will acquire EchoStar's video distribution business, including Dish TV and the streaming service Sling TV. It will pay just $1, but assume $9.8 billion in debt. The deal requires bondholders ...