Comcast Stock (CMCSA) Today: Versant Spinoff Details, Activist Buzz, and Fresh 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)
Comcast shares rose 5.4% on Dec. 16 after speculation of activist investor involvement and closed at $30.32 on Dec. 17. The company is spinning off Versant Media Group, which will hold NBCUniversal’s cable networks and digital brands. Shareholders as of Dec. 16 will receive 1 Versant share for every 25 Comcast shares. The Versant distribution is set for Jan. 2, 2026, with regular trading starting Jan. 5.