Walt Disney World Resort is suing the State of Florida, specifically Orange County, over substantial property taxes for its land and buildings. Credit: H. Michael Miley, Flickr Disney World Resort’s Epic Tax Tango: Who’s Really Footing the Bill at the Happiest Place on Earth? Imagine a family of four, fresh off a whirlwind day at Magic Kingdom, splurging on churros ...

Context of CEO Speculation As 2026 approaches, The Walt Disney Company finds itself amidst the swirl of speculation regarding its next chief executive officer (CEO). Bob Iger, the current CEO, has confirmed his plans to step down at the end of the year, prompting the Board of Directors to consider potential successors. Among those names surfacing in discussions is Josh ...

Four years ago, The Walt Disney Company had one of its most surprising shakeups in recent memory, and now, one of the shocking announcements made during that period has paid off. Credit: Disney In November 2022, after months of turbulence and controversy, Disney’s Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek was removed as the head of the Mouse House. He was replaced ...

FCC Launches Investigation of Disney’s Practices The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched an investigation into Disney’s practices relating to its ABC affiliates, spurred by the recent controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel. The inquiry will examine the contractual limitations imposed on local broadcasters and determine whether they restrict their autonomy. This investigation aims to clarify the balance of power between national ...

Trump Clashes with ABC News During Conference During a recent press conference, Donald Trump engaged in a contentious exchange with Mary Bruce, a reporter for ABC News. The discussion took a heated turn when Bruce pressed Trump about U.S. intelligence conclusions regarding the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. She noted the outrage from 9/11 families, stating, “U.S. intelligence concluded that ...

Dish TV’s Court Victory Over Disney Dish TV celebrated a significant legal victory when a U.S. District Court upheld its innovative one-day pass system against Disney. This ruling, made by Judge Arun Subramanian, found that Dish’s offering, which allows subscribers to access specific Disney-owned linear cable channels, such as ESPN, for just a dollar, did not breach contractual obligations. The ...

Agreement Finally Reached Between Disney and YouTube TV After extensive negotiations, Disney and YouTube TV have successfully reached a multi-year agreement, ending a prolonged standoff that lasted longer than any previous conflict in Disney’s history. This agreement has significant implications for YouTube TV’s ten million subscribers, who had been unable to access Disney’s channels for an extended period. The resolution ...

Record High Earnings Amid Attendance Drop Disney Parks has reported remarkable financial results, with operating income exceeding $10 billion. This achievement coincides with a slight 1% decline in domestic park attendance. This paradox raises critical questions about how Disney balances pricing and attendance, as higher prices appear to generate impressive revenue despite a decrease in visitor numbers. Analysts note that ...

On Thursday, November 13, The Walt Disney Company released its quarterly earnings report for the fourth and final quarter of fiscal 2025, uncovering a significant downward trend in attendance at its United States parks. This news comes just hours after the document revealed that the Disney Experiences division (which includes the theme parks and Disney Cruise Line) earned a record-breaking ...

Bob Iger’s Farewell Journey Begins Bob Iger is officially embarking on his farewell tour, marking a significant transition period as he prepares to step down from his role as Disney CEO at the end of 2026. This journey comprises a series of public appearances and interviews aimed at sharing thoughts about his extensive career and the future direction of The ...