The Walt Disney Company is a global entertainment conglomerate known for its diverse portfolio that encompasses film, television, theme parks, and various media networks. With iconic franchises such as Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, it produces animated and live-action films, as well as television shows that cater to audiences of all ages. Additionally, Disney operates renowned theme parks and resorts around the world, creating immersive experiences centered around its beloved characters and stories. The company also engages in direct-to-consumer streaming services, expanding its reach in the digital entertainment space. Through its innovative storytelling and commitment to family-friendly content, Disney continues to shape the landscape of global entertainment. Read More
Global entertainment and media company Disney (NYSE:DIS) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 2.1% year on year to $23.65 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.61 per share was 11.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
ESPN and the NFL have reached new licensing agreements, extending ESPN’s NFL Draft rights and, separately, adding NFL programming and content to ESPN’s upcoming Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) service, as well as to Disney+. The agreement also includes the opportunity for fans to bundle ESPN’s DTC service with NFL+ Premium.
ESPN will launch its new previously announced direct-to-consumer streaming service on Thursday, August 21, bringing the full suite of ESPN networks and services – within an enhanced ESPN App with new, personalized features and functionality – directly to fans.
ESPN, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), and WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), today announced a landmark rights agreement as ESPN platforms, including the new ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming service, will become the exclusive U.S. domestic home of all WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs), including the two-night cultural phenomenon WrestleMania, starting in 2026. This deal makes ESPN home to the highest-profile WWE events of the year.
Disney's ESPN to acquire NFL Network and other assets in exchange for 10% stake, boosting digital offerings. Final approval from NFL team owners needed.
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ESPN, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), and the National Football League (NFL) today announced a non-binding agreement under which ESPN will acquire NFL Network and certain other media assets owned and controlled by the NFL – including NFL’s linear RedZone Channel, and NFL Fantasy – in exchange for a 10% equity stake in ESPN. In addition to the sale of NFL Network, the NFL and ESPN are also entering into a second non-binding agreement, under which the NFL will license to ESPN certain NFL content and other intellectual property to be used by NFL Network and other assets.
