Disney profit beats forecasts as streaming plans expand
Disney's third-quarter profit exceeded Wall Street estimates, driven by theme parks and box office hits, while the company explores a free streaming tier to attract more viewers.
Updated last month3 new reports, including New York Post, Fortune, MarketWatch.
要点
Disney reported third-quarter profit that topped Wall Street forecasts, fueled by strong theme park attendance and box office success. The company also outlined plans to expand its streaming business, including exploring a free ad-supported tier.
Disney's third-quarter profit beat Wall Street estimates, according to multiple reports.6,7,1 The company reported revenue of $25.2 billion for the quarter, up 7% from the prior year.5 Disney's theme parks in California and Florida contributed to the profit beat, with resilience noted in domestic attendance.7
Box office revenue reached $1 billion, driven by the film "Toy Story 5".2 Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro confirmed the company is exploring a free streaming option for consumers.4,8 D'Amaro stated that a free tier would help reach more price-sensitive customers, calling it a strategic priority.4,8
Disney also announced a global short-form content sharing deal with TikTok, bringing Disney-focused fan content to the Disney+ app.2 The company is considering launching FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) channels as part of its streaming growth strategy.3 Disney's profit beat was attributed to soaring income from its entertainment division and theme parks, offsetting international tourism weakness.7,2
“We are exploring a free product for consumers.”
“A free tier will help drive growth and expand the streaming service's reach to a customer segment that's more price sensitive.”
なぜ重要か
Disney+ is a subscription streaming service launched by The Walt Disney Company in November 2019, competing with platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.4,8
FAST channels are free, ad-supported streaming services that offer linear TV-style programming, popularized by platforms like Pluto TV and The Roku Channel.3
The Walt Disney Company operates four main business segments: Entertainment, Parks, Experiences and Products, Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, and Studio Entertainment.7
- 関連
- Stocks
この記事は、下記の 8 件の報道(7 の独立系メディアによる)をもとに書かれ、一行ずつ照合されています。いずれかの複製ではありません。誤りにお気づきですか。 お知らせください.
Discussion
0Comments are screened automatically. Disagreement is fine; abuse and spam are not.
Loading…
Related
2023年にロサンゼルスのバス内で起きたヘイトクライムによる刺傷事件で、男に終身刑が言い渡された
ロサンゼルスの裁判官は、2023年にメトロのバス内で同乗者を刺した男に対し、終身刑に7年を加えた刑を言い渡し、この事件をヘイトクライムであると認定した。
76ers' Embiid 'extra motivated' with LeBron, Brown added
Joel Embiid says he is healthy and motivated as the Philadelphia 76ers integrate LeBron James and Jaylen Brown into a revamped roster.
US, Iran, Oman near Hormuz deal to resume shipping
A 60-day agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without tolls is under final review, with US and Iranian officials indicating a deal could be announced within days.
元NFL選手のステッドマン・ベイリー氏がフロリダのショッピングモールで逮捕された
元NFLのワイドレシーバー、ステッドマン・ベイリー氏と女性が、ショッピングモールのゲームセンター内のバーエリアで性的関係を持ったとされる事件を受け、身柄を拘束された。