What the AT&T, DirecTV deal would mean for consumers – Rising pay-TV rates could play role in merger debates

With two planned megamergers threatening to further reduce competition in the pay-TV industry, consumer advocates have been looking for a way to shoot down the deals. A new report on industry pricing may have given them some needed ammunition.

By Troy Wolverton

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What the AT&T, DirecTV deal would mean for consumers

Ready to bundle your mobile phone and TV bills together? That is one of the changes customers can expect if AT&T Inc.’s proposed $48.5 billion acquisition of DirecTV is approved by regulators.

Here’s a quick look at the consumer impact of the deal, based on information provided by the companies:

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