Motley Fool Money Disney’s Latest Magic and Year-End Financial Tips
Dec 11, 2020
Robert Brokamp, a certified financial planner and retirement expert, joins the discussion to share essential year-end financial strategies. The talk highlights Disney's streaming challenges and its optimistic future, alongside impressive IPOs from DoorDash and Airbnb. Retail trends reveal the success of Costco and Lululemon, while Starbucks showcases new growth ambitions. Chipotle's innovative clothing line is a hit, and Brokamp emphasizes strategic retirement planning, urging listeners to maximize contributions and consider portfolio rebalancing.
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Disney+ Subscriber Growth
- Disney+ expects 230 million subscribers by 2024, a significant jump from previous estimates.
- This signals Disney's ambition to compete with streaming giants like Netflix.
Disney+ Target Skepticism
- Emily Flippen expresses skepticism about Disney+'s subscriber growth target, citing its limited appeal beyond families and sci-fi fans.
- She believes the 230-260 million projection by 2024 is overly aggressive.
DoorDash's Market Share and Control Concerns
- DoorDash holds the largest market share in U.S. food delivery, exceeding 50%.
- Despite this, Emily Flippen raises concerns about their internal controls and lack of skilled staff.
