ViacomCBS Nears $120M Settlement with Major Banks Over Archegos Capital Management Scandal

ViacomCBS is nearing a $120 million settlement with major banks over Archegos Capital Management's stock scandal. Analysts predict an average price target of $11.56, indicating a potential downside risk of 10.75% from current levels. GF Value estimates suggest a mild downside from the current price, supporting a "Hold" status from analysts.

ViacomCBS is nearing a $120 million settlement with major banks over the Archegos Capital Management stock scandal, according to recent reports. The settlement, which is still in the final stages of negotiation, could have significant implications for the company's financial health and stock performance.

Analysts are predicting an average price target of $11.56 for ViacomCBS, indicating a potential downside risk of 10.75% from its current price of $39.46 [1]. This prediction suggests that investors may need to brace for a potential decrease in the stock's value. Additionally, GF Value estimates support a "Hold" status from analysts, suggesting a mild downside from the current price.

ViacomCBS has been facing challenges in recent years, including underperformance and volatility in its stock price. On July 2, 2025, the company's stock was trading at $39.07 at the beginning of the trading day, compared to a closed value of $39.46. The stock's highest price during the day was $39.46, while the lowest price was $10.72. The trading volume for the day was 300 [1].

The Archegos Capital Management scandal has added to the company's challenges. Archegos was a hedge fund that used significant leverage to invest in ViacomCBS and other companies. When the fund's investments began to fail, it led to a significant sell-off in ViacomCBS's stock and other affected companies. The settlement with major banks is part of the ongoing efforts to resolve the fallout from the scandal.

Investors should closely monitor the settlement negotiations and any updates from the company regarding its financial health and stock performance. As the settlement progresses, it could provide more clarity on the potential impact on ViacomCBS's stock price and overall financial situation.

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[1] https://www.macroaxis.com/invest/history/0A65.LSE--ViacomCBS-Cl-B-traded-on--07-02-2025