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Bloomberg Surveillance: Disney CFO Hugh Johnston

Feb 8, 2024
Disney CFO, Hugh Johnston, discusses cost-cutting efforts, the new sports bundle with Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery, and meeting viewers' needs. They emphasize delivering a great product and focus on bringing joy to families.
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  • Disney has achieved $500 million in savings, resulting in a significant margin jump of 350 basis points.
  • The focus in streaming is on enhancing the sports consumer experience and meeting fans wherever they choose to be.

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Cost Cutting and Margin Improvement

The podcast episode discusses the progress made on cost-cutting measures and the resulting margin improvement. The speaker highlights that $500 million in savings have flowed to the bottom line, leading to a significant margin jump of 350 basis points. This success in managing costs while reinvesting in the business is expected to continue driving the top line.

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