Disney Board Emerges Victorious In Shareholder Vote, Beats Trian And Blackwells Nominees: Shares Slide Below $120
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) successfully defended its board against activist investors Trian and Blackwells at its annual meeting, with all 12 directors winning by a substantial margin. CEO Bob Iger received 94% of the vote, highlighting shareholder support for the current leadership and strategic direction. Despite this victory, Disney's stock price fell by 1.8% to $119.85, marking its worst daily performance in a month.
April 03, 2024 | 6:58 pm
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Disney's board victory against Trian and Blackwells showcases strong shareholder support for its leadership and strategic direction, but the stock price dropped 1.8% to $119.85.
The decline in Disney's stock price despite the board's victory suggests that while the market values stability and leadership, there may be concerns about short-term challenges or the broader market context affecting investor sentiment.
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