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The deal will give Hearst full ownership of prominent brands such as Lifetime and The History Channel.

The midsized cable TV network group, including A&E Network, History Channel, Lifetime, Vice TV and others, would now be 100% owned by Hearst. The deal is expected to be finalized at the same time as Disney's quarterly earnings release on August 5.

Walt Disney’s ongoing restructuring continued as Pixar Animation Studios cut 108 positions and the refreshed Pandora jewelry shop reopened in Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District with an updated exterior and a new Disney princess mural. Together, these moves highlight Disney’s push to streamline its entertainment operations while still investing in guest-facing retail experiences at its parks. Next, we’ll examine how Disney’s Pixar workforce reductions, alongside expectations for...

Most of us know Pixar as the animation studio behind some of our childhood favorites. Since releasing “Toy Story” in 1995, the studio has built major franchises around “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo,” “Cars,” “Inside Out,” and other films that have generated billions of dollars in box-office ...

According to a court filing from Friday, the companies have agreed to pause the transaction until five days after the court issues a final decision on the merger, or until June 1, 2027.

When the Oracle of Omaha wasn't patient, he paid dearly for it.

The latest trading day saw Walt Disney (DIS) settling at $92.83, representing a -3.17% change from its previous close.

Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) has entered a multi-year alliance with Kraft Heinz that links food offerings with Disney media, parks, resorts, cruise lines, and consumer products. At the same time, Disney is planning significant job cuts following its acquisition of NFL Network, affecting ESPN and other units including National Geographic and Pixar. These moves signal a broad reshaping of how Disney monetizes its brands and manages costs across content and experiences. For investors watching Walt...

Investor Ross Gerber renewed his call for a major shake-up at The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) on Tuesday, saying shareholders have “suffered too long” as the stock significantly lagged the S&P 500 over the past 11 years. Gerber Says Disney Should Be Broken Up Responding to a post on X by Creative Planning‘s Charlie Bilello showing Disney lost 10.93% over the past 11 years while the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) gained 320.1%, Gerber said “It’s time for real change at Disney.” Ger

ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro said most of the cuts stem from the network's acquisition of NFL Network, which closed in April

On July 20, 2026, a California federal judge halted the $110 billion acquisition for at least 14 days, extending legal uncertainty around the merger.

Today, July 17, 2026, the streaming giant's guidance miss triggered a stock slide as investors reassess near-term growth momentum.

Netflix's shares tumbled 9.2% before the bell on Friday following another weaker-than-expected earnings forecast from the streaming ‌major, deepening doubts about its ability to sustain growth ‌momentum. While the company has gone beyond its traditional subscription-driven model, relying on advertising, live ​content and price hikes to boost revenue per user, it has been locked in a battle for user attention with traditional media such as Walt Disney and social media such as YouTube. "The story lacks excitement," said Jeffrey Wlodarczak, analyst at Pivotal Research ⁠Group.

State attorneys general from a dozen states including California, New York and Washington filed a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.

US stock futures pointed to another mixed Wall Street session on Thursday, as investors weighed fresh developments in the Middle East against signs that chip stocks could extend their recent rally. Dow Jones futures were down 0.1%, while S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% and Nasdaq 100 futures...

The market has priced this media and technology giant like a business in terminal decline, yet its financial statements tell a story of relentless cash generation.

Walt Disney (DIS) closed the most recent trading day at $97.41, moving 2.1% from the previous trading session.

Stock Market Today: The Dow Jones index fell Monday, while tech futures rallied. Micron stock and Sandisk rebounded in premarket trading.

The Federal Communications Commission has begun reviewing the broadcast licenses of eight ABC stations owned by Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS). The regulator is also investigating ABC program "The View" for potential violations of federal equal-time rules for political coverage. The review focuses on whether the show’s treatment of political candidates provided imbalanced on-air exposure. This inquiry adds a regulatory angle to Disney’s traditional broadcast operations alongside its streaming and...

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) is one of the Top Large Cap Stocks to Invest In At 52-Week Lows The stock has declined more than 13% over the past 6-months but the Street expects more than 33% upside over the next 12-months. ​On June 25, Reuters reported that Brendan Carr, Chair of the Federal Communications […]

Defending against the FCC and reorienting the company around its namesake streaming service are priorities.

Millions of YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers may be eligible for a payout from Disney’s $50 million settlement.

If you are wondering whether Walt Disney stock at around US$101 still lines up with its long term story, the key question is how its current price compares with a grounded view of fair value. The share price has inched up about 0.3% over the last week, yet it is still down about 1.8% over the past month, 9.6% year to date and 14.8% over the past year, with a 5 year return that is lower by 41.1% even after a 16.5% gain over three years. Recent headlines around Walt Disney have focused on the...

The latest trading day saw Walt Disney (DIS) settling at $102.45, representing a -1.39% change from its previous close.

The Disney-owned network is encouraging viewers to tell the FCC to drop probes into “The View” and ABC broadcast licenses.

Today, June 16, 2026, investors are weighing how missed media deals and legal risks may reshape Netflix’s strategy.

Three of the Dow’s worst performers this year share more than just a red ticker. American Express (NYSE: AXP) trades at $310.66 versus a Wall Street target of $361.57. Nike (NYSE: NKE) trades at $42.98 against a consensus target of $60.49. Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) changes hands at $99.71 with analysts modeling $129.67. The implied upside ... These 3 Underperforming Dow Stocks Have 3 Things in Common but Wall Street Remains Bullish

Netflix's stock has been underperforming for a year now. The company needs to come up with a new story to win over markets.

Shareholder approval moved the deal forward, but antitrust scrutiny now puts the focus on whether regulators seek divestitures or conditions that could affect the timing and economics of the transaction.

Walt Disney has underperformed the Nasdaq over the past year, but analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.