Sony takes $1bn writedown on movie businessJanuary 30, 2017 - 17:14 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Sony has taken a hefty writedown on the value of its movie business as the unit suffers from falling DVD and home entertainment sales, BBC News reports. It has taken a 112bn yen ($1bn) charge, citing "an acceleration of market decline". The rise of online streaming services has hit demand for traditional media such as DVDs and blue-ray discs. Sony's movie division has also struggled, with recent flops including an all-female Ghostbusters sequel. Sony had warned earlier this year its movie division could post more losses. The Japanese firm, which reports its third-quarter results on Thursday, is still assessing whether the impairment charge will affect future earnings. It plans to offset the loss by selling shares in medical web service M3. The head of Sony's entertainment business, Michael Lynton, recently announced he would be stepping down in February after more than a decade at the firm. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |