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Sign InWildBrain Ltd. has finalized the sale of its 41% minority stake in Peanuts Holdings LLC to Sony for CA $630 million in cash. The transaction involves Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) and Sony Pictures Entertainment, strengthening their position in the iconic Peanuts IP. WildBrain announced that it has utilized the entire proceeds from the sale to fully repay its senior secured credit facility. This strategic move effectively eliminates the company's senior secured debt, significantly improving its balance sheet and financial flexibility. By monetizing this core asset, WildBrain aims to achieve substantial deleveraging and reduce ongoing interest expenses. Investors view the total debt repayment as a positive step toward long-term financial stability for the media company.