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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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Disney will emerge from the coronavirus crisis, but not unscathed. The share price is still a touch too high to be considered a buy.

Disney Stock Is Down Nearly 30%, But It’s Not Attractive Yet

The first Disney theme park is now on the clock for a limited reopening on May 11. The rest of the world is watching.

Will Disney World Follow Shanghai Disneyland's Lead?

Disney's Still Shining Bright

Fitch Ratings has downgraded several categories of Disney evaluations, including the Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) assigned to The Walt Disney Company and its subsidiaries to ‘A-‘ from ‘A’. At the same time, Fitch has downgraded the company’s Short-Term IDR and CP ratings to ‘F2’ from ‘F1’. In addition, Fitch has downgraded the senior unsecured

Fitch Ratings Downgrades Walt Disney Co., Blames Park Closures, Media Ads Waning, Theatrical Disruption

The coronavirus pandemic hobbled Disney's media empire — except for one, major success story: Disney+.

Why Disney+ is now a blessing and a burden for Disney

In less than a week, Disney will reopen its Shanghai theme park, offering up a glimpse to rest of the theme park industry of what operations will look like in the time of the coronavirus.

Shanghai Disneyland will offer Disney a blueprint for how to reopen its other theme parks

Disney announced that COVID-19 cost the company $1.4 billion in operating income this past quarter, and it appears that the current quarter is only going to be worse

Disney Needs Some Magic

Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) has been one of the great U.S.

Disney Stock Battered As Critical Theme Parks Suffer

Disney's (DIS) second-quarter fiscal 2020 results reflect the adverse effect of the pandemic despite solid growth in Disney+ user base.

Disney (DIS) Misses on Earnings & Revenues in Coronavirus-Hit Q2

Many of Disney's earnings numbers declined in Q2 -- but one number didn't decline as much as the others.

Disney's 93% Decline in Profit Is Not As Bad As It Looks

Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) shares bounced on Wednesday after the company reported mixed fiscal second-quarter earnings on Tuesday afternoon.

Disney's Business Hit Hard By The Coronavirus: Is Now A Buying Opportunity For The Stock?

With most of its divisions not making any money, Disney is protecting its cash coffers.

Disney Suspends Its Dividend

Disney: Why This Stock Has Strong Upside

Disney stock is trading flat after the company reported a catastrophic quarter, but it could break the March low in coming months.

Disney Stock Running in Place After Horrific Quarter

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ADP this morning confirmed what many had suspected—payrolls shrank considerably last month. But as the economy takes steps toward reopening, and some earnings results come in ahead of consensus, stocks continue to chip away at Q1 losses.

The Band Plays On? Rally In Stocks, Crude Extend Despite Mixed Earnings And Shrinking Payrolls

The media giant's latest report wasn't perfect, but there were some bright spots.

4 Silver Linings in Disney's Mixed Financial Results

Disney (NYSE: DIS) released its quarterly financial results on Tuesday that topped analysts’ estimate for revenue but fell short on the earnings front. Following the release of the financial report, Disney was reported over 2% down in extended trading on Tuesday.

Disney reports a 37% drop in operating income in the second quarter

The Walt Disney Company (DIS) CEO Bob Chapek on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Walt Disney Co. will kick off its strategy next week to begin restoring its lucrative parks business that has suffered $1 billion in lost profits from the coronavirus-led shutdown.

Disney tests reopening strategy at Shanghai Disneyland

The closure of theme parks worldwide has tanked Disney’s revenue in the first quarter of 2020.

Disneyland Shanghai Will Partially Reopen May 11

Disney wants Wall Street to focus on its growing streaming business, but its media networks, theme parks and film studio have grown too large to be ignored. That's become a big problem during coronavirus shutdowns.

The businesses that made Disney a juggernaut are suddenly hurting, distracting from its streaming success

CNBC.com's MacKenzie Sigalos brings you the day's top business news headlines, and what to watch as the coronavirus pandemic continues to keep most of America on lockdown. On today's show, CNBC Make It's Jade Sciponi takes a look at the advertising dollars shifting to social media platform TikTok.

Disney reports quarterly earnings, and everything else you missed in business news today: CNBC After Hours

“Our businesses have been hugely impacted,” the company’s C.E.O. said after quarterly profit dropped more than 90 percent.

Disney Takes a Pandemic Hit, and There’s Worse to Come

Disney CEO Bob Chapek praised theatrical moviegoing during the company’s earnings call Tuesday, but said “case by case” decisions on how films roll out will be made during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. “We very much believe in the value of the theatrical experience,” he said in discussing Disney’s fiscal second quarter. “But we also

Disney Says More Movie Releases Could Skip Theaters, Vows “Some Changes” To Release Strategy Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Disney isn't giving up on movie theaters in the wake of the coronvirus pandemic, but it's going to carefully evaluate its options going forward.

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