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Walt Disney Company(DIS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 45 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+2.99% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$108.05
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DIS

10/09/2026: DIS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

The Walt Disney Company is a prominent global entertainment firm with a diversified portfolio spanning film, streaming, sports, and theme parks. Its strength lies in deep, iconic intellectual property and high-margin physical experiences that create a unique competitive advantage. The primary growth opportunity involves scaling its streaming platforms to achieve sustainable, long-term profitability. However, the company faces significant risks from intense competition, the decline of traditional television revenue, and sensitivity to consumer spending cycles. Disney remains a strong consideration for investors seeking exposure to established entertainment franchises, though success is contingent on managing the ongoing transition to a digital-focused business model.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to the transition to streaming profitability rather than rapid, linear expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive signals in streaming margins and park attendance trends.
Value investorStrong fitThe valuation reflects the company's established market position and potential for margin expansion.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe dividend is available but prioritized alongside significant capital investment requirements.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe stock carries volatility risk due to the sensitivity of media and travel demand to the economic cycle.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock often fluctuates based on shifts in consumer sentiment and streaming performance.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing depends on the successful execution of long-term digital business goals.
Competition risk (Streaming and Media)HighIntense competition for viewer time and subscription dollars creates pressure on margins.
Business qualityStrongThe company owns a rare and deep library of intellectual property and physical assets.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend payouts may vary based on corporate capital allocation and restructuring needs.
Execution riskMedium / highThe success of the digital transformation remains critical to future earnings growth.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 36.66%
Avg. Invested days 58
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DIS receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DIS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+149.5%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 10.7%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+3.4%), very low insider ownership of 0.06%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DIS's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $10.1B (10.7% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is DIS's strongest growth driver at +149.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+17.7%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+3.4%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.5% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.06%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.91%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.56%
State Street Corp 4.83%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 4.38%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 2.39%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DIS generates approximately $378 of gross profit, $146 of operating income, and $107 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and moderate cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -11.90% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
DIS has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 186.57B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.28
1Y Target Price 126.46
Price to earnings Ratio 22.28
1Y Target Price 126.46
Volume (30-day avg) 8.4M shares
Beta 1.42
52 Weeks Range 91.49 - 115.42
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 91.49 - 115.42
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.40%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.85

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
EntertainmentFilm production, TV networks, and Disney+ streaming subscriptions.This is how they monetize their creative content, currently focused on streaming growth.
ExperiencesTheme parks, cruise lines, resorts, and consumer merchandise.A stable, high-margin generator that converts brand loyalty into physical spending.
SportsESPN broadcasting, cable sports networks, and sports streaming.A powerful driver of advertising and subscription revenue that is essential for live audience engagement.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 22.28
Forward PE 13.81
Enterprise Value 219.50B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.89
Enterprise Value 219.50B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.89
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.22
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.93
Shares Outstanding 1.73B
Shares Floating 1.72B
Shares Outstanding 1.73B
Shares Floating 1.72B
Percent Insiders 0.06
Percent Institutions 78.51

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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