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Today, Explained

The fight for control of Disney’s kingdom

Apr 2, 2024
25:28
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Activist investor Nelson Peltz challenges Disney's CEO Bob Iger for spending on 'woke' programming. The battle for Disney's board seats and control, focusing on influence over company streaming strategies and succession planning. Insight into shareholder activism and the push for corporate transformations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Nelson Peltz aims to make Disney more profitable through cost-cutting and streaming focus.
  • The proxy fight for Disney's board seats could influence succession planning and company strategy.

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Proxy Fight for Disney Board Seats

Disney shareholders are voting on who gets seats on the company board. An investment group called Triann is seeking a board seat to make changes to Disney, challenging CEO Bob Iger's leadership. Nelson Peltz, an activist investor, seeks board seats to press for cost-cutting and changes to ESPN's sports strategy, aiming to transform the company.

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