This chapter analyzes Disney's stock performance and challenges following its initial public offering and second earnings report. It explores the complexities of managing Disney's diverse business segments, particularly in streaming and theme parks, while addressing the potential for earnings growth and the impact of macroeconomic factors. Cautious optimism surrounds Disney's recovery, emphasizing a longer-term perspective amidst uncertainties in leadership and consumer spending.
Two quarters in, Reddit’s looking pretty good. And big box office numbers and streaming profits can’t distract investors from a slowdown in Disney’s parks segment.
(00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss:
- Reddit’s strong growth numbers, some of its monetization opportunities beyond ads, and why it could buck the trend of struggling social companies like Pinterest, Snap, and Twitter/X.
- Why strong box office and streaming results weren’t enough to get investors excited about Disney, but long term the company’s prospects still look good.
(16:43) Jason Moser and Mary Long discuss Wayfair, the power of a good distribution network, and the company’s path to consistent profitability.
Companies discussed: RDDT, DIS, W, AMZN, KO
Host: Dylan Lewis
Guests: Asit Sharma, Mary Long, Jason Moser
Producer: Mary Long
Engineers: Dan Boyd
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