'Peltz's Plan To Fix Disney Includes Bundling ESPN+ With Netflix' - Bloomberg
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Activist investor Nelson Peltz has proposed a plan to improve Disney's performance by bundling ESPN+ with Netflix. This strategy aims to leverage the extensive subscriber base of Netflix to boost ESPN+'s growth and overall value to Disney.
January 30, 2024 | 4:42 pm
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Disney could see a positive impact on its stock price if the proposed bundling of ESPN+ with Netflix is perceived as a strong strategic move to increase subscriber numbers and revenue.
The proposal by Nelson Peltz to bundle ESPN+ with Netflix could be seen as a positive development for Disney, as it may lead to increased subscriber growth for ESPN+ and potentially higher revenues. If investors believe this strategy will be successful, it could lead to a short-term increase in Disney's stock price.
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Netflix could experience a neutral to positive impact from the potential bundling with ESPN+, depending on the terms of the partnership and the market's perception of the added value to Netflix's service offering.
While the primary focus of the proposal is on Disney's ESPN+, Netflix could also benefit from the increased content offering. The impact on Netflix's stock will depend on how the market perceives the value added to its service and the specifics of the partnership agreement. If seen as beneficial, it could lead to a slight increase in Netflix's stock price in the short term.
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