Bob Iger

One of the keys to the success of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) over the years may be its acquisition of Marvel Entertainment, which was announced in 2009. With a focus on streaming content, theatrical releases and the return of former CEO Bob Iger, the forward strategy of Marvel could be a...

The acquisition of Pixar by The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) changed the media company forever and has helped Disney dominate the box office ever since with several of the top-grossing franchises and movies. What Happened: Disney acquired Pixar on Jan. 24, 2006, valuing the animated film company...

Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS)'s first-quarter earnings results and the company’s earnings call Wednesday were the first since Bob Iger rejoined as the CEO of the company, replacing his former replacement Bob Chapek. Iger and the Disney management team discussed layoffs, cost-...

Prominent market commentator Jim Cramer reportedly said he's bullish on Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) after CEO Bob Iger‘s announcement of a robust restructuring and cost-cutting plan. "Disney finally feels like it's back on track. While the stock's already had a monster move since the beginning...

In just a few short months after Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) CEO Bob Iger returned to take the helm, the Mouse has found its footing and looks to be following a crumb trail that leads to more cheddar for shareholders. Following the company's quarterly results, Iger...

Analysts were reacting to the first-quarter earnings report from Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS), the first quarterly print since Bob Iger returned to lead the company as CEO.  The Disney Analysts: Loop Capital analyst Alan Gould had a Buy rating and raised the price target from $120...

Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) shares took off after the entertainment giant reported above-consensus fiscal year 2023 first-quarter earnings. Here’s a compilation of views from the Street: Disney On Inning One: Disney is in inning one under Bob Iger, said Ross Gerber, co-founder and...

The Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) CEO Bob Iger said at the company’s first-quarter earnings call on Wednesday that the company has made the decision to reinstate its dividend by end of 2023. What Happened: Iger said, “As a result of the impact of the COVID pandemic, we made the decision to...

Major Wall Street indices closed in the red on Wednesday as investors and traders turned their focus away from Federal Reserve commentary toward corporate earnings. The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 closed over 1% lower while the Dow Jones fell 0.61%. Here are the five stocks that are...

Media 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...

A potential 2024 presidential candidate appears to be making good on promises to push for changes in the state of Florida that might benefit The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS). Here’s the latest on the battle of Florida governor Ron DeSantis vs. the House of Mouse. What Happened: A new bill...

Trian Partners founder and CEO Nelson Peltz wants to join Walt Disney Co's (NYSE: DIS) board, but the Mouse isn't having it. What To Know: Disney announced opposition to the activist investor's attempt to join the board late Wednesday, which sent shares zipping higher. ...

Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) CEO Robert Iger faces a new challenge as activist investor Nelson Peltz is planning to fight for a seat on the company’s board. What Happened: Peltz's Trian Fund Management executives met with Disney’s top...

Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) shares are trading higher in Wednesday's after-hours session after the company named a new independent chairman and announced opposition to activist investor Nelson Peltz's attempt to join the board. What Happened: Nike Inc (NYSE: NKE) executive chair Mark...

Sand Hill Global Advisors' Brenda Vingiello laid out her top stocks for 2023 Wednesday afternoon on CNBC's "Fast Money Halftime Report." Here's a look at her three best ideas for the year. Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) shares are down approximately 40%...