Talon Private Wealth LLC bought a new stake in The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS – Free Report) during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 10,472 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock, valued at approximately $1,009,000.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in DIS. Pinnacle Bancorp Inc. increased its holdings in Walt Disney by 1.5% in the 4th quarter. Pinnacle Bancorp Inc. now owns 5,876 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock valued at $669,000 after purchasing an additional 89 shares in the last quarter. Alesco Advisors LLC lifted its stake in shares of Walt Disney by 2.7% during the fourth quarter. Alesco Advisors LLC now owns 3,782 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $430,000 after purchasing an additional 99 shares in the last quarter. Advisors Management Group Inc. ADV lifted its stake in shares of Walt Disney by 4.6% during the first quarter. Advisors Management Group Inc. ADV now owns 2,266 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $218,000 after purchasing an additional 100 shares in the last quarter. Providence Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its stake in shares of Walt Disney by 1.1% during the first quarter. Providence Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 9,192 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $888,000 after purchasing an additional 100 shares in the last quarter. Finally, China Universal Asset Management Co. Ltd. boosted its position in shares of Walt Disney by 2.2% in the fourth quarter. China Universal Asset Management Co. Ltd. now owns 4,688 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $537,000 after buying an additional 102 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 65.71% of the company’s stock.
Walt Disney News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Walt Disney this week:
- Positive Sentiment: An investment article argued that Disney’s turnaround is gaining traction and presented a potential 30% upside case, highlighting improving streaming economics, content opportunities and the company’s diversified entertainment portfolio. Disney’s Turnaround Is Here: Why I’m Buying The Upside
- Positive Sentiment: Disney was also featured as a possible “dip-buy” candidate for long-term investors. The comparison with Salesforce reinforces the view that DIS’s depressed valuation could offer upside if earnings growth and its broader turnaround continue. Disney or Salesforce: Which Beaten-Down Dow Giant Is the Smarter Dip-Buy?
- Positive Sentiment: Disney is reportedly courting Macaulay Culkin for a new Home Alone sequel. Although unconfirmed, a recognizable franchise and original cast member could support future theatrical, streaming and merchandise demand. Macaulay Culkin Reportedly Being Courted By Disney For New ‘Home Alone’ Movie
- Neutral Sentiment: Disney is spending approximately $30 million on an Orlando resort makeover. The investment may enhance guest experiences and long-term attendance, but it also represents near-term capital spending without an immediate earnings impact. Disney Quietly Drops $30 Million on Orlando Resort Makeover
- Negative Sentiment: Market commentary remains cautious about media-sector competition. Disney was cited among the rivals facing Netflix, YouTube and newer short-form and AI-generated content platforms, underscoring the continuing pressure to produce compelling content and sustain streaming profitability. 3 Stocks Standing Out and 2 Losing Momentum as the Tech Rally Cracks
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Walt Disney Stock Performance
NYSE:DIS opened at $98.90 on Wednesday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.33, a current ratio of 0.68 and a quick ratio of 0.62. The firm has a 50-day moving average of $99.50 and a two-hundred day moving average of $102.60. The stock has a market cap of $171.73 billion, a P/E ratio of 15.80, a PEG ratio of 1.22 and a beta of 1.39. The Walt Disney Company has a 1-year low of $92.18 and a 1-year high of $120.81.
Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 6th. The entertainment giant reported $1.57 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.49 by $0.08. Walt Disney had a return on equity of 8.92% and a net margin of 11.54%.The business had revenue of $25.17 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $24.87 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned $1.45 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Walt Disney has set its FY 2026 guidance at 6.640-6.640 EPS. On average, research analysts expect that The Walt Disney Company will post 6.83 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
About Walt Disney
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), commonly known as Disney, is a diversified global entertainment and media conglomerate headquartered in Burbank, California. Founded in 1923 by Walt and Roy O. Disney, the company grew from an animation studio into a multi‑national entertainment enterprise known for iconic intellectual property and family‑oriented storytelling. Disney’s operations span film and television production, streaming services, theme parks and resorts, consumer products, and live entertainment.
On the content side, Disney produces and distributes feature films and television programming through a portfolio of studios and labels that includes Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm and 20th Century Studios, along with broadcast and cable networks such as ABC, FX and National Geographic.
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