Radio Deal Is a Mixed Bag for Consumers

Exterior view of XM Satellite Radio headquarters in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007. XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. and Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. announced an agreement to combine on Monday in a move aimed at reducing costs. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

(AP) -- Satellite radio rivals XM and Sirius have every intention of merging, but not just yet. Until they clear serious regulatory hurdles, Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. and XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. will operate as separate companies, meaning that any direct benefits to consumers, such as sharing programming, could be a ways off.

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