Is Apple going to buy Disney?
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Rumors have been flying for some time now, and Bob Iger addressed this question once again in a recent earnings call. [Read more…]
Bob Iger Was Asked If He’d Sell Disney To Apple. Here’s What He Said.
DATE ANNOUNCED for Disney+ Price Increase
It’s about to get pricier to watch your favorite Disney movies!
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Disney released its earnings report for the third quarter of the 2023 fiscal year and held an earnings call to discuss the report. We heard some updates about Disney’s theme parks, how the company is doing financially as a whole, and some news on its entertainment division. Improving streaming and Disney+ is a “number on priority,” according to Bob Iger, CEO of the company, and unfortunately, prices will be increasing.
Disney CEO Bob Iger Comments on New ESPN Sports Betting Service
The Walt Disney Company‘s third-quarter earnings call answered a LOT of questions and addressed several important topics regarding the future of the company. One of the topics on many people’s minds lately has been the announcement that Disney may be diving deeper into the world of sports betting with the launch of ESPN BET.
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Now, we’ve learned more about ESPN BET and what Disney CEO Bob Iger has planned. Let’s dive in.
NEWS: Disney+ To Attack Password Sharing
Buckle up, y’all — we’ve got BIG NEWS!
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On August 9th, stakeholders and Disney fans — the team here at DFB included — tuned in to the company’s Q3 earnings call to check out the details on the Walt Disney Company’s successes and shortcomings during the third quarter of fiscal year 2023. The quarter was filled with a few gains and losses, some of which took place within Disney+ — the company’s streaming platform. And now, cracking down on password sharing could be Disney’s answer.
NEWS: Disney World Attendance and Hotel Stays Are DOWN According to the Data
One of the best ways to stay up to date on Disney news is to tune into the quarterly earnings calls.
Magic Kingdom
These earnings reports not only share with stakeholders and Disney fans the company’s financial successes and shortcomings throughout the fiscal year, but they’re also a great way to gain some insight into what Disney’s plans are for the near future. From these calls, we’ve learned about upcoming films, Disney’s plans for ticketing and park passes, and we’ve even learned about Disney’s plans to sell assets. August 9th marked the Q3 earnings call for fiscal 2023, and we learned a LOT about Disney’s performance as far as crowds and ticketing go. Let’s talk about it!
BREAKING: Disney CEO Bob Iger Comments on Actor’s Strike
Actors and writers are currently on strike in Hollywood, with the writers’ strike starting in May and the actors’ strike starting on June 13th. As a result, several film projects have been put on hold.
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Disney CEO Bob Iger previously commented about the possibility of an actors’ strike (before the strike was officially called), and he received backlash for his comments, which some deemed to be “out of touch” and “tone-deaf.” As the criticism began to spread, many Disney fans wondered if Iger would change his tune about the strikes. In Disney’s third-quarter earning call, the CEO once again commented on this situation.
Disney Made Big Announcements Today — Here’s What You Need To Know
Things are CHANGING at the Walt Disney Company and we now have an inside look at what’s going on.
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On August 9th, 2023, Disney released its earnings report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2023 (Q3 of FY 2023) and held an earnings call related to the report. Why is this a big deal? Well, these earnings reports/calls give us a peek behind the curtain (so to speak) — a look at just how things are going financially for the Company, from the parks to Disney+. And this earnings report/call revealed some especially important things — let’s take a look!
NEWS on Disney CEO Bob Iger’s “Number One Priority”
It’s been a whirlwind year for changes at The Walt Disney Company.
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Bob Iger is back as CEO, park passes got an update, Genie+ changes are on the way, and a few executive shakeups have hit the House of Mouse. And now, with Disney+ being a “number one priority” for Iger, we have an update on just how that division of the Company is doing.
HURRY! Tickets Are 80% Sold Out For These Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates in Disney World
Spooky season is here, people!
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Stores across the parks have gotten their Halloween merchandise makeover, Mickey pumpkins have returned to the Main Street lamp posts, and Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts this week. Have you gotten your tickets? If not, you might want to get them soon — they are starting to sell out!
The Ultimate Guide To Genie Plus in Disneyland
Disneyland may be the “happiest place on the earth,” but long lines can sure suck the happy right outta folks!
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If you want to maximize your “happiness” meter while you’re in Disneyland, you probably need to plan to get Disney Genie+ for your Disneyland days to limit your wait time and maximize the number of attractions you get to experience.
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