Broadcasting & Cable: Merger and acquisition activity in the entertainment, media and communications business rose 13 percent to $149 billion in 2015, according to PwC. While the value of deals rose, fewer deals got done, with 818 transactions announced, compared to 886 in 2014. PwC is optimistic about strong activity in 2016: “Growth strategies are primarily being driven by the pace of innovation in the highly dynamic digital ecosystem and companies looking to find their footing in the digital value chain.”