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Lucasfilm, is an American film and television production company based in the Letterman Digital Arts Center in San Francisco, California. The studio is best known for creating and producing the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises, as well as its leadership in developing special effects, sound and computer animation for film. Lucasfilm was founded by filmmaker George Lucas in 1971 in San Rafael, California; most of the company's operations were moved to San Francisco in 2005. The Walt Disney Company acquired Lucasfilm in 2012 at a valuation of $4.06 billion.

Lucasfilm

ESPN (originally an initialism for Entertainment and Sports Programming Network) is a U.S.-based global cable and satellite sports television channel owned by ESPN Inc., a joint venture owned by The Walt Disney Company (80%) and Hearst Communications (20%). The company was founded in 1979 by Bill Rasmussen along with his son Scott Rasmussen and Ed Egan.

ESPN

The American Broadcasting Company (ABC) is an American commercial broadcast television network that is a flagship property of Disney–ABC Television Group, a subsidiary of the Disney Media Networks division of The Walt Disney Company. The network is headquartered on Columbus Avenue and West 66th Street in Manhattan, New York City. There are additional major offices and production facilities elsewhere in New York City, as well as in Los Angeles and Burbank, California.

Marvel Studios, is a motion picture studio and is a subsidiary of Walt Disney Studios, itself a wholly owned division of The Walt Disney Company, with film producer Kevin Feige serving as president. Previously, the studio was a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment until Disney reorganized the companies in August 2015.

Marvel Studios

A&E Networks (branded as A+E Networks) is a US media company that owns a group of television channels available via cable & satellite in the U.S. and abroad. A&E stands for Arts & Entertainment. The company is a joint venture with Hearst Communications and Disney–ABC Television Group, a unit of The Walt Disney Company.

A&E Networks

FUSION is a television cable and satellite news and satire channel owned by Fusion Media Group, an American multi-platform media company that is owned by Univision Communications, which relies in part on the resources of its parent company's news division, Noticias Univision. In addition to conventional television distribution, Fusion is also streamed online and on mobile platforms to subscribers of participating cable and satellite providers.

Fusion

Pixar, also referred to as Pixar Animation Studios, is an American computer animation film studio based in Emeryville, California that is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. Pixar began in 1979 as the Graphics Group, part of the Lucasfilm computer division, before its spin-out as a corporation in 1986, with funding by Apple Inc. co-founder Steve Jobs, who became the majority shareholder. Disney purchased Pixar in 2006 at a valuation of $7.4 billion, a transaction that resulted in Jobs becoming Disney's largest single shareholder at the time. Pixar is best known for CGI-animated feature films created with RenderMan, Pixar's own implementation of the industry-standard RenderMan image-rendering application programming interface, used to generate high-quality images.

Pixar

Touchstone Pictures is an American film distribution label of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Previously, Touchstone operated as an active film production banner of Walt Disney Studios, owned by The Walt Disney Company. Established on February 15, 1984 by then-Disney CEO Ron W. Miller as Touchstone Films, similar to the defunct label Hollywood Pictures, it typically releases films targeted to adult audiences with more mature themes and darker tones than those released under the Disney name. Touchstone Pictures merely serves as a brand and not a distinct business operation, and does not exist as a separate company.

Touchstone Pictures

Hulu (stylized as hulu) is an American subscription video on demand service owned by Hulu LLC, a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company (through Disney Direct-to-Consumer and International)[7] (30%), 21st Century Fox (30%), Comcast (through NBCUniversal) (30%), and as of August 10, 2016, Time Warner (through Turner Broadcasting System) (10%). Through an acquisition announced in December 2017, Disney will acquire Fox's partial ownership, giving it a majority stake when the deal closes.

Hulu

The Walt Disney Co. engages in the business of international family entertainment and media enterprise. It owns and operates television and radio production, distribution and broadcasting stations, direct-to-consumer services, amusement parks, and hotels. It operates through the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products. The company was founded by Walter Elias Disney on October 16, 1923 and is headquartered in Burbank, CA.

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Disney focuses on streaming growth and cost savings for profitability

Disney's strategic transformation aims to drive sustained growth and profitability through cost savings and a focus on core business segments.
The company's strong performance in key segments, successful content releases, and strategic partnerships position it well for future success.
While facing challenges in restructuring and content distribution, Disney is leveraging opportunities in streaming, brand strength, and content licensing for growth.
Overall, Disney's focus on core brands, content curation, and customer experience enhancement aligns with its vision for future success and profitability.

Disney focuses on streaming profitability and parks growth strategies

Disney is strategically aligning its businesses for sustained growth, focusing on cost-cutting, audience engagement, and profitability in streaming services. The company's strong financial performance, diverse content portfolio, and focus on innovation position it well for future success amidst industry challenges and opportunities.

Disney focuses on DTC growth and strategic partnerships for future

Disney's Q3 earnings call highlighted transformation efforts, strong DTC and Parks performance, and strategic initiatives for growth. Challenges in content sales and linear networks were acknowledged, with opportunities in partnerships and pricing strategies. Company prioritizes liquidity, profitability, and smart capital allocation.

Disney triples Q4 earnings, eyes streaming growth and cost efficiency

Disney's strong financial performance in Q4 and fiscal 2023, driven by growth in streaming and experiences businesses, sets the stage for continued success.
Efforts to streamline operations, reduce costs, and focus on core brands and franchises position Disney for long-term sustainability and growth.
Anticipated investments in experiences business and strategic priorities to transform ESPN into a digital sports platform highlight Disney's commitment to innovation and expansion.
Exploration of partnerships, cost-saving measures, and focus on content quality present avenues for Disney to capitalize on emerging opportunities and navigate challenges effectively.

Disney excels in Q1 with strong financials and strategic focus

Disney's Q1 2024 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic initiatives in digital sports and streaming, and a focus on enhancing content quality and subscriber growth. While facing challenges in a competitive landscape and potential cord-cutting impacts, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities in gaming partnerships, direct-to-consumer expansion, and park investments.

Disney reports strong Q2 performance and strategic growth initiatives

Disney's Q2 performance was robust, with strong growth in adjusted EPS and profitability in streaming.
The company is strategically investing in content and cost efficiency while exploring new opportunities.
Challenges include content licensing decisions and replicating partnership success.
Overall, Disney remains focused on growth, shareholder returns, and a balanced content strategy.

Disney reports 2% revenue growth in Q3, streaming success highlighted

Disney's Q3 2024 earnings call highlighted revenue growth driven by park IP and streaming success.
The company faces challenges in managing costs, content spending balance, and maximizing profitability.
Opportunities lie in capitalizing on streaming services, global park demand, and strategic partnerships.
Analysts' inquiries focused on Disney's financial outlook, pricing power, and growth strategies for key segments.

Disney reports robust Q4 results, focuses on streaming and Experiences growth

Disney's Q4 earnings call highlights strong performance across key segments, creative content offerings, and strategic investments. While facing challenges in certain areas, the company is focused on leveraging opportunities in streaming, DTC margins, and international expansion. Overall, Disney remains optimistic about its growth trajectory and future prospects.

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Wall Street was not kind to Netflix when the streaming giant released its year-end results last month. Weak financial guidance sent its stock tumbling. Is Disney+ — the other big name in streaming — about to take a similar beating?

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Sony

ViacomCBS

The Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS), Sony Group Corp's (NYSE: SONY) Sony Pictures Networks India, and Viacom18 are companies planning to bid for the rights to the Indian Premier League, the Wall Street Journal reports. Viacom18 is a joint venture between ViacomCBS Inc (NASDAQ: VIAC) and Reliance Industries Ltd.

Disney, Sony, ViacomCBS To Bid For Rights To This Popular Indian Cricket League

The results will be a chance for the company to deliver on the upbeat thesis shared by many boosters for the stock.

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One of the leading streaming platforms in the U.S. quietly tested a live streaming option Tuesday. Could this be a potential item to watch?

Could Disney+ Be Entering The Live Streaming Market?

Microsoft

Unity Software

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It has been nearly two years since Bob Chapek took the reins as chief executive of Walt Disney Co., and so far he's navigated a treacherous landscape straight out of one of Marvel's popcorn flicks.

Earnings Outlook: After ‘baptism by fire,' Disney CEO looks for a rebound

A growing number of call options remain in the open interest for Disney stock, and option premiums are unusually high ahead of earnings.

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Visa

Exxon Mobil

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Twenty-First Century Fox

MGM Resorts

Uber

Markets closed flat to lower on Monday, primarily due to some heavy last-minute selling.

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Disney's (DIS) fiscal first-quarter 2022 results are likely to benefit from revival in Parks, Experiences and Products businesses amid slowing Disney+ subscriber base.

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Disney is citing a knowledge of NFT as a requirement for more of the roles advertised on its website, a sign that the company is planning to increase its investment in the technology.

Disney is hiring experts to spearhead its NFT ambitions

Disney+ just ran its first-ever test of live streaming capabilities this morning in the U.S., hinting at future changes to come for its on-demand subscription video service. For the test, the company didn't try to tackle a massive event, but instead ran a live stream of the 94th Oscar nominations, hosted by actor-comedian Leslie Jordan […]

Disney+ just ran its first test of live streaming in the U.S.

As The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) reports its latest earnings later today investors will want something to kickstart share price momentum, with hopes pinned on some of the world's most iconic and intergenerational intellectual property - The Beatles, Marvel and Star Wars. Theme park attendance before, during and after the Omicron wave will also be a closely watched stat ahead of the peak Spring and Summer periods.

Disney Plus subscriptions and theme parks numbers under the microscope as Walt Disney Company reports earnings

Some folks want a new CEO, but that can't happen at the March 9 shareholder meeting.

Disney Shareholders Can't Vote Out Bob Chapek as CEO

Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne lowered the price target on The Walt Disney Co DIS to $170 from $185 and reiterated an Overweight rating on the shares. The price target implies an upside of 19.34%.

Here's How Morgan Stanley Views Disney

Apple

Amazon

NIKE

Peloton

Peloton is in play with as many as five deep-pocketed suitors who could benefit from a potential acquisition of the fitness giant.

Peloton's potential suitors: Amazon, Nike, Apple, Disney or Sony?

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) has been notified of an unsolicited mini-tender offer by Tutanota LLC (“Tutanota”) to purchase up to 240,000 shares of Disney common stock at a price of $143 per share in cash. Disney recommends that shareholders not tender their shares in response to Tutanota's unsolicited offer because the offer is conditioned on the closing price per share of Disney's common stock exceeding $143 per share on the last trading day before the

Disney Recommends Shareholders Reject Mini-tender Offer by Tutanota LLC

Disney Cruise Line was notified that Germany's Meyer Werft shipyard would need more time to finish building the ship "due in part to the pandemic.".

Disney Wish delays inaugural sailing, cancels 12 voyages

PepsiCo

YUM! Brands

McDonald's

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The irate fans took to Reddit to organize against re-electing Bob Chapek, who grabbed the reins from longtime CEO Bob Iger two years ago.

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It's another busy week for the earnings calendar, with entertainment and media giant Walt Disney (DIS, $140.39) among several Dow Jones stocks set to report. DIS is scheduled to unveil its fiscal first-quarter earnings report after Wednesday's close.

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The management team at The Walt Disney Company is due to report financial results for the conglomerate on February 9th.

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