Fox leaning towards Disney as buyer for studio and media assets: sources

London

21ST CENTURY Fox Inc, the global film and TV company controlled by the Murdoch family, would prefer to sell some assets to Walt Disney Co because it is a better strategic fit and presents fewer regulatory hurdles, people familiar with the matter said.

The family is holding talks with Disney, as well as Comcast Corp, about combining certain media businesses with the potential buyers, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the discussions are private.