Will Apple Buy Disney, Analyst Weighs In After Mouse House's Q3 Print
Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline
Rumors of Apple Inc. buying Walt Disney Co. have been circulating, but following Disney's Q3 results, an analyst has stated it's unlikely. Disney is struggling with an uncertain economic recovery, impacting its theme park attendance and stock price. However, Apple may be interested in Disney's ESPN division. Disney's ESPN recently announced a sports betting partnership with Penn Entertainment, Inc.
August 10, 2023 | 12:54 pm
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Disney is struggling with an uncertain economic recovery, impacting its theme park attendance and stock price. However, the potential sale of ESPN to Apple could provide a financial boost.
Disney's struggles with economic recovery and competition in the streaming business are likely to negatively impact its stock price. However, the potential sale of ESPN could offset some of these losses.
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Apple may be interested in acquiring ESPN from Disney, which could bolster its sports coverage.
The potential acquisition of ESPN could enhance Apple's content offerings, but it's uncertain how this would impact Apple's stock in the short term.
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Penn Entertainment's recent sports betting partnership with Disney's ESPN could potentially boost its stock.
The recent partnership with ESPN could increase Penn Entertainment's visibility and potentially lead to an increase in its stock price.
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