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Disney's Pivot Proposal: Exit Streaming, Double Down on IP and Experiences
business1 month ago

Disney's Pivot Proposal: Exit Streaming, Double Down on IP and Experiences

A Wells Fargo note by Steven Cahall suggests Disney could lift its stock by about 40% by exiting the streaming business and refocusing on producing IP and experiences, with licensing revenues potentially hitting around $15 billion. The idea marks a dramatic strategic reversal, arguing the library could be licensed to others without harming box office or experiences, and investors might benefit from a de-risked, content-focused model. Disney stock rose about 1.75% on the news.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#business#disney#experiences
Iger: Disney Needed Fixes and a Plan for Growth After Chapek
business6 months ago

Iger: Disney Needed Fixes and a Plan for Growth After Chapek

Disney chief Bob Iger said there was a lot to fix after Bob Chapek’s tenure and that his return was about correcting course and preparing Disney for the future. He highlighted progress, including investments in the experiences business, and indicated the next CEO must keep evolving rather than preserve the status quo. Iger’s contract was extended through 2026, with Josh D’Amaro and Dana Walden among the leading candidates to succeed him.

via WDW News Today|
#bob-chapek#bob-iger#business
Scientific Explanation for December's Earlier Arrival Each Year
science8 months ago

Scientific Explanation for December's Earlier Arrival Each Year

The article explains how our perception of time is influenced by brain processes, with time seeming to pass faster when engaged in novel or exciting activities and slower during routine or boring moments. It highlights that our brains infer time based on change and memory density, which explains why years feel short when routines dominate and why time seems to fly as we age. To make time feel longer, creating new memories and experiences is recommended.

via ScienceAlert|
#brain#experiences#memory
"Purdue's Path to the Final Four: Celebrations, Surprises, and Game Recap"
sports2 years ago

"Purdue's Path to the Final Four: Celebrations, Surprises, and Game Recap"

Former Purdue players from different eras experienced a range of emotions as the Boilermakers clinched their first Final Four appearance in 44 years, with some watching from home, others cleaning their garages, and one even receiving noise complaints in Mexico. Each player expressed pride in the team's accomplishment and happiness for coach Matt Painter, with one former player even considering making a pit stop in Arizona to witness the Final Four in person.

via IndyStar|
#emotions#experiences#final-four
"Maximize Your Experience: Bidding on Choice Privileges"
travel2 years ago

"Maximize Your Experience: Bidding on Choice Privileges"

Choice Privileges has launched an auction site where members can bid on various experiences using their points. The initial selection includes packages such as Detroit Red Wings tickets and a Chicago Bulls game, with bidding extending the auction end time by 5 minutes. Some pricing inconsistencies have been noted, but the potential for great opportunities with Choice points makes these auctions exciting for members to keep an eye on in the coming months.

via Frequent Miler|
#auctions#choice-privileges#experiences
Inside the $500,000 Golden Globes Gift Bag: Luxury Swag for Winners and Presenters
entertainment2 years ago

Inside the $500,000 Golden Globes Gift Bag: Luxury Swag for Winners and Presenters

Robb Report has created the "Ultimate Gift Bag" for the winners and presenters of the 81st Golden Globe Awards, featuring over 35 exclusive products and experiences worth over half a million dollars. The bag includes items such as luxury spirits, designer apparel, high-end skincare, and curated travel experiences. In addition, Robb Report is making a generous contribution to the Golden Globes Foundation through an auction of select bags and a special Golden Globes experience to support humanitarian causes and educational programs in the entertainment industry.

via Robb Report|
#entertainment#experiences#golden-globes
Disney's Cost-Cutting Success: $7.5 Billion Reductions and Profit Surpass Estimates
business2 years ago

Disney's Cost-Cutting Success: $7.5 Billion Reductions and Profit Surpass Estimates

Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed four building opportunities for the company's future success during the Q4 2023 earnings call. These opportunities include achieving profitability in streaming, building ESPN into a leading digital sports platform, improving the output and economics of film studios, and turbocharging growth in the Experiences business. Iger expressed optimism about the progress made so far and emphasized the potential of a combined Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN streaming experience. He also highlighted the company's focus on driving profitable growth and value creation as they transition from a period of fixing to a new era of building.

via The Walt Disney Company|
#bob-iger#business#disney
Airbnb's Innovative Upgrades Enhance Guest Experience
business2 years ago

Airbnb's Innovative Upgrades Enhance Guest Experience

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky announces that the company's focus on perfecting its core business will end in 2023, as he plans to launch new initiatives. Chesky discusses the challenges Airbnb faces, including regulations in cities like New York, and emphasizes the importance of collaboration with municipalities. He also addresses the issue of cleaning fees and the company's efforts to provide upfront pricing and educate hosts. Chesky believes that experiences have the potential to become a $100 billion industry but acknowledges that it is still in the early stages. He concludes by stating that Airbnb will continue to listen to feedback and gradually introduce new features and innovations starting in 2024.

via Skift Travel News|
#airbnb#brian-chesky#business