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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Dates and More in TWDC Shareholder Meeting
The Walt Disney Company’s 2019 annual shareholder meeting has concluded, and although the largest announcement to come from the function was an expected one, that doesn’t diminish the impact that it will have on Disney Parks fans and prospective vacation planners. Opening dates for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both the Disneyland and Walt Disney … Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Dates and More in TWDC Shareholder Meeting
Disney Reduces Bob Iger’s Pay/Potential Bonuses By $13.5 Million
The Walt Disney Company has once again amended the possible yearly take-home of CEO Bob Iger. The announcement comes in advance of a company shareholders meeting on March 7th and the acquisition of 21st Century Fox properties which is expected by many to conclude in the near future. Here are the significant changes for Iger … Disney Reduces Bob Iger’s Pay/Potential Bonuses By $13.5 Million
Disney Looks to Acquire Another 10% Hulu Stake from WarnerMedia
The Walt Disney Company is “in active discussions” with AT&T regarding WarnerMedia’s 10% ownership share in Hulu, according to a report from Variety. Disney currently own a 30% stake in the streaming platform; Fox and Comcast/NBCUniversal both own 30%, and the last 10% belongs to WarnerMedia. That is all about to change, as Disney is … Disney Looks to Acquire Another 10% Hulu Stake from WarnerMedia
Brazil Approves Disney-Fox Deal, Mexico Likely to Follow
Disney’s long road to the acquisition of 21st Century Fox properties could be nearing its end. After a 5-to-1 vote yesterday, Brazil’s antitrust regulatory agency Cade has given the Disney-Fox merger the go-ahead. As was expected, this approval did not come without stipulations. Brazil’s worries, and they are not the first to address this issue, … Brazil Approves Disney-Fox Deal, Mexico Likely to Follow
Walt Disney Archives Founder Dave Smith Has Passed Away at the Age of 78
Dave Smith, founder of the Walt Disney Archives and Disney Legend, has sadly passed away. Dave was hired in 1970 by Walt’s brother—and The Walt Disney Company co-founder—Roy O. Disney, and his first responsibility was cataloging every item inside Walt’s office suite, which had been left untouched after Walt’s passing four years prior. Thanks to … Walt Disney Archives Founder Dave Smith Has Passed Away at the Age of 78
Walt Disney Co. 1st Quarter Earnings Report Shows Flat Revenue and Lower Income
This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 1st fiscal quarter of 2019 (ending December 29, 2018), showing revenues nearly flat and income down 36%. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger said in a statement, After a solid first quarter, with diluted EPS of $1.86, we look forward to the transformative year … Walt Disney Co. 1st Quarter Earnings Report Shows Flat Revenue and Lower Income
The Walt Disney Company Ranked #4 on Fortune’s Most Admired Companies List
The Walt Disney Company is up two spots from last year and is now ranked as the fourth most admired company by Fortune. This puts Disney at the top spot among entertainment organizations, followed by Netflix which was ranked as the eighth most admired. Fortune surveyed “3,750 business executives, directors, and analysts” to generate a … The Walt Disney Company Ranked #4 on Fortune’s Most Admired Companies List
Disney CEO Bob Iger’s Pay Increased to $65.6 Million in 2018
Disney CEO Bob Iger earned $65.6 million in 2018. This was an 80% increase from 2017 when Iger made $36.3 million. Some analysts credit Iger’s pay increase to the intense bidding war for 21st Century Fox, which Iger helped Disney secure over Comcast, to the tune of $71.3 billion. Interestingly shareholders might be somewhat bothered … Disney CEO Bob Iger’s Pay Increased to $65.6 Million in 2018
With Disney-Fox Deal Closing Soon, Film Use of Marvel Characters Likely Within 6 Months
While there are still some international approvals pending, the acquisition of 21st Century Fox assets by the Walt Disney Company could close in early 2019, possibly by the end of January. With that deal comes the use of several characters that Fox owns the rights to, which Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige says could be … With Disney-Fox Deal Closing Soon, Film Use of Marvel Characters Likely Within 6 Months
Disney/Verizon Dispute Could Lead to Blackout for Customers
UPDATE 12/30/18: The Walt Disney Company and Verizon have reached a new broad-based distribution agreement. The contract’s end date was rapidly approaching as was the looming threat that could have taken popular ESPN football games away from Verizon Fios subscribers in the first few days of the new year. “Verizon and The Walt Disney Company … Disney/Verizon Dispute Could Lead to Blackout for Customers
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