WGA strike ends after ratifying new deal with studios

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has ratified a new labor contract with studios, ending a five-month strike. In a landslide vote, 99% of WGA members approved the deal running from September 25, 2023 through May 1, 2026. The agreement meets key WGA demands such as regulation of AI-written content and bonuses tied to viewership on streaming platforms. With the WGA strike resolved, focus now turns to the SAG-AFTRA negotiations as the future of Hollywood awaits the outcome.

Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Alexandra Canal analyzes the details of the WGA deal, providing insights on the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, and examining its economic impacts on the Los Angeles area.

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