Disney's theme park division has reported its lowest profit in two years (Joe Burbank/Orlando ... [+] Sentinel/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)TNSEarlier this month Disney announced sparkling results for its latest quarter buoyed by the box office success of Inside Out 2 and Deadpool & Wolverine. However, buried right at the very bottom of the list of key points on its earnings report was the revelation that a dark cloud is hanging over its theme park division.Disney's theme parks, cruise lines and co ...

Donovan Edwards #7 of the Michigan Wolverines hurdles a tackle attempt by Michael Taaffe #16 of the Texas Longhorns during the first half of a college football game at Michigan Stadium on September 07, 2024 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The expanded College Football Playoff format has changed the game for media companies this season — and for Disney in particular. This season marks the first of the 12-team College Football Playoff format, meaning fans of more teams than ever have more skin in the game. As a resul ...

KAPOLEI, HAWAII - NOVEMBER 21: Atmosphere is seen during the World Premiere of Walt Disney Animation ... [+] Studios' "Moana 2" in Kapolei, Hawaii on November 21, 2024. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for Disney) Getty Images for Disney Disney streaming business has been picking up steam in recent quarters. While streaming giant Netflix remains the dominant player in the streaming space - with its stock up over 85% this year, compared to Disney's 31% gain, and a market cap surging to over $380 billio ...

Core Insights - Disney has shown signs of recovery in 2024, with streaming turning a profit for the first time and improvements at the box office [1][2] - CEO Bob Iger has successfully navigated challenges, including a proxy battle and concerns over the film division's profitability [3][4] - Despite progress, Disney still faces significant challenges, particularly in its linear TV business and potential political repercussions from a possible return of Donald Trump [5] Group 1: Financial Performance - Streaming business has turned a profit for the first time, contributing positively to Disney's overall financial health [1][3] - Iger projected optimistic earnings growth extending to 2027, leading to a 9% increase in Disney's stock price [3] Group 2: Leadership and Strategy - Bob Iger has addressed major concerns by focusing on profitable film releases, including "Inside Out 2" and "Deadpool & Wolverine" [3] - The company plans to name Iger's successor by early 2026, aiming to stabilize leadership after previous succession issues [4] Group 3: Challenges Ahead - The decline of the linear TV business continues to be a significant concern for Disney [5] - The introduction of multiple streaming offerings, including a new ESPN streamer, may lead to consumer confusion [5] - Potential political challenges from a returning Donald Trump could impact Disney's creative output and journalism [5]

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The domestic box office is poised for its biggest Thanksgiving haul since the pandemic thanks to a Polynesian princess, a pair of witches and a revenge-fueled gladiator.Disney's "Moana 2" is set to hit theaters Wednesday and generate between $120 million and $150 million in box office receipts in the U.S. and Canada through Sunday. It'll be joined by Universal's "Wicked" and Paramount's "Gladiator II," both in their second week of domestic screenings.Box office analysts believe the five-day Thanksgiving wee ...

Disney CEO Bob Iger sold more than $42 million worth of company stock last week as the Mouse House gears up for a lengthy process to find his successor.Iger, who is two years into his second stint as chief executive after the removal of his handpicked protege Bob Chapek, sold 372,412 shares of Disney on Friday, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.The shares were sold at an aggregate market value of $42,667,125.16. 3 Disney CEO Bob Iger sold more than $42 million worth of comp ...

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Walt Disney TodayDISWalt Disney$115.65 +0.93 (+0.81%) 52-Week Range$83.91▼$123.74Dividend Yield0.78%P/E Ratio42.68Price Target$123.83Add to WatchlistThe Walt Disney Company NYSE: DIS needs little introduction. From its iconic animated films and beloved theme parks to its expansive television networks and quickly evolving streaming platforms, Disney holds a unique place in the global entertainment sector. Disney’s stock has seen a recent surge, catching the eye of investors and prompting optimistic re-evalu ...

Bob Iger, who is in the home stretch of his two-chapter run as CEO of the Walt Disney Co., is selling $42.7 million in stock. The move, disclosed in an SEC filing on Friday, makes good on a plan detailed by the company earlier this month for Iger to exercise an option to sell shares. The most recent filing said Iger is selling 372,412 shares, the maximum allowed under an option plan adopted earlier this year. The plan was set to expire in December. Shares in Disney have experienced volatility this year as ...