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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
The Walt Disney Company Donates $500K to Help California Wildfire Victims
The Walt Disney Company has made a donation of $500,000 to support the relief and recovery efforts in response to the wildfires that are continuing to be an intense threat in California. The donation will provide support to firefighters on the front lines while they work to manage and contain the fires and will aid … The Walt Disney Company Donates $500K to Help California Wildfire Victims
The Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Report Shows Record Revenue
This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 4th fiscal quarter of 2018, delivering what CFO Christine McCarthy called “a strong finish” to 2018. The report showed record revenue over last year, including phenomenal growth in the Studio Entertainment division. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger said in a statement, We’re very … The Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Report Shows Record Revenue
Honoring Mickey Mouse’s 90th Anniversary – ‘Mickey: The True Original Exhibition’ Opens in New York City
After losing the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, one would think that Walt Disney would be very unlucky. However, on the train ride back to Los Angeles, Walt would create one of the most beloved animated characters of all time — Mickey Mouse. With his round black ears, red pants, white gloves, and yellow … Honoring Mickey Mouse’s 90th Anniversary – ‘Mickey: The True Original Exhibition’ Opens in New York City
Disney Files Petition to Keep Autism Lawsuits from Going to Trial
According to the Orlando Sentinel, The Walt Disney Company filed a petition with the U.S. Court of Appeal’s 11th Circuit in Atlanta, asking for a rehearing of a court’s decision made in August. The court in August “ruled the plaintiffs’ complaints should be heard at trial,” which sparked 30 lawsuits against The Walt Disney Company. … Disney Files Petition to Keep Autism Lawsuits from Going to Trial
The Walt Disney Company Donated a Million Dollars for Hurricane Michael Relief
A $1 million donation to the Florida Disaster Fund has been made by The Walt Disney Company to help “Florida’s Gulf Coast region and other areas impacted by Hurricane Michael.” In addition to the $1 million donation, they will also be matching dollar for dollar donations from “Disney employees to eligible relief and recovery organizations.” … The Walt Disney Company Donated a Million Dollars for Hurricane Michael Relief
Layoffs Loom as Disney/Fox Transition Approaches
While Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox won’t be completely finalized till sometime in the first half of 2019 due to regulatory processes, the deal will be transactionally official by January 1st and New Fox expects to have its corporate structure in place by then. As Disney and Fox combine their pool of workers, the … Layoffs Loom as Disney/Fox Transition Approaches
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