Disney holds talks with pro-sports leagues about ESPN investment
Disney executives have held discussions with the NBA, NFL and others about taking a minority stake in ESPN, according to a new report.
Bob Iger
Robert “Bob” Iger is an American businessman and current executive chairman of the Walt Disney Company. He previously served as the chief executive officer of the Walt Disney Company.
Disney evaluating traditional TV business, CEO says
Disney CEO Bob Iger says the company may offload ABC, ESPN and other parts of its traditional TV business.
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Disney, former CEO hit with lawsuit over streaming problems
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Comcast likely to sell stake in Hulu next year, CEO says
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Nate Silver swept up in layoffs at Walt Disney Company
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Disney Plus subscribers shrug off recent price increase
Disney Plus subscribers largely stuck with the ad-free version of the service despite a recent price increase.
Disney CEO says evaluating long-term business for Hulu
Disney CEO Bob Iger says the economics of streaming products are “tricky,” and the company is evaluating whether acquiring all of Hulu makes sense.
Disney CEO: ESPN isn’t ready to break from cable
Disney CEO Bob Iger said ESPN will eventually be offered as a streaming channel without cable, but not anytime soon.
