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If You Invested $1,000 In Disney Stock When DeSantis Became Governor, You'd Have This Much Now
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 2:01pm | 695One of the largest media companies in the world is at odds with a leading political figure. Here’s a look at the stock performance of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) during Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's time in office. What Happened: DeSantis, who won Florida's gubernatorial...
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Disney Q2 Earnings Highlights: Details On Revenue Beat, Disney+ Subs And How All Of The Mouse's Streaming Platforms Performed
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 4:27pm | 481Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported second-quarter financial results after the market close Wednesday. Here are the key highlights. What Happened: Disney reported second-quarter revenue of $21.82 billion, which was up 13% year-over-year. The revenue total beat a Street...
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Disney Q2 Earnings Preview: Analyst Estimates, Disney+ Versus Rivals, Dividend Talk, DeSantis Battle And More
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 11:11am | 1050Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) is set to report second-quarter financial results after market close Wednesday. Here's an overview of analyst expectations, key factors they're monitoring, and additional aspects for investors to keep an eye on. Earnings Estimates: Analysts...
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DeSantis Vs. Disney Battles Heats Up: Presidential Candidate Considers Putting Jail Next To The Most Magical Place On Earth
Monday, April 17, 2023 - 6:26pm | 960Florida governor and leading presidential candidate Ron DeSantis has battled with media giant Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) over the past several years. The battle has escalated in recent months as DeSantis is looking to strike back after Disney used a clause in new bills to maintain...
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Disney Q1 Earnings Highlights: 7,000 Job Cuts Amid Reorganization, Theme Park Growth, Disney+ Subscribers And More
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 - 5:34pm | 631Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported first-quarter financial results after market close Wednesday. The company will be slashing 7,000 positions as it reorganizes into three new divisions - Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Parks, Experiences and Products, CEO Bob Iger...
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Happy Birthday, Mickey Mouse! Here's How Much A $1,000 Investment In Disney IPO Is Worth Now
Friday, November 18, 2022 - 4:50pm | 564Media giant Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) is one of the most well-known brands in the world. Thanks to the ownership of Mickey Mouse, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel characters, the company is among the largest players in brand licensing and movie and television content. Here’s a look at the...
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The Happiest Place On Earth If You Can Afford It: Disney Theme Park Tickets Will Now Cost You Even More
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 - 5:06pm | 821One of the leading theme park companies in the world has seen its revenue recover after the lifting of COVID-19-related restrictions and park shutdowns. While revenue has turned around, the company’s share price has not, which might be a factor in a recent decision that won’t sit well...
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Disney's Stock Suffers Double Trouble With Ron DeSantis Win, Earnings Miss
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 - 12:56pm | 817Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported fourth quarter financial results after market close Tuesday. Analysts break down what to make of the quarter that saw revenue and earnings per share both come in shy of Street estimates. The Analysts Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne...
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Disney Q4 Earnings Highlights: Revenue And EPS Miss, Disney+ Hits 164.2 Million Subscribers And More
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 - 5:44pm | 675Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported fourth-quarter and full-year financial results after market close Tuesday. Here are the key highlights. What Happened: Disney reported fourth-quarter revenue of $20.15 billion, up 9% year-over-year. The revenue total was shy of a Street...
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Royalty Checks Help Her Sleep: Harry Potter Author J.K. Rowling Brushes Off Fan Backlash
Monday, October 17, 2022 - 11:35am | 857The wizarding world of Harry Potter has spawned a bestselling book series, high-grossing movies, theme parks and a strong licensed brand. The author of the book has become one of the best-known writers in the world, but has faced increasing backlash for insensitive comments. What Happened: The...
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Hurricane Ian: What Florida Theme Parks, Cruise Lines And Sports Are Doing Before It Hits
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 - 5:12pm | 1037Florida and other nearby states are bracing for Hurricane Ian, which is expected to make landfall in the U.S. on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022. Here is a look at what theme parks, cruise lines and sports are doing to prepare for the storm. Hurricane Ian: Tampa Bay, St Petersburg and the...
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Here's When You Can Enjoy The Super Mario Kart Ride At An US Theme Park
Friday, June 3, 2022 - 3:09pm | 724If you’ve ever played Mario Kart and dreamed of collecting coins and throwing shells at other players in real life, it could soon be your lucky day. Here’s when the Super Nintendo World theme park area and Mario Kart ride are coming to the U.S. What Happened: Universal Studios, a...
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Jumanji Gets Theme Park Deal: How Sony Is Challenging Disney And Universal Theme Park Domination
Monday, March 21, 2022 - 3:36pm | 823The media arm of Sony Group Corp (NYSE: SONY) could be on its way to establishing a successful theme park division thanks to several partnerships and a library of franchise brands that have performed well at the box office. What Happened: Sony Pictures Entertainment announced a collaboration with...
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Move Over Disney+: Why Theme Parks Could Be Disney's Real Growth Driver In 2022
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 - 1:40pm | 788Walt Disney World is honoring its 50th anniversary with an 18-month celebration that began in October 2021. The anniversary and pent-up travel demand are leading to strong attendance at the company’s parks, which could turn into the biggest growth driver for Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) in...
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Disney Looks Ready To Hire For NFT Jobs: Here's What We Know
Thursday, February 3, 2022 - 1:52pm | 583Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) is the latest company that could be launching into the fast-growing non-fungible token space. What Happened: A new job posting on the Disney Careers site for a Business Development Manager for the Parks, Experiences and Products business segment involves NFTs in the...