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Selling off streaming service or sports network would sharpen focus on superbrands such as Marvel and Star Wars
Research on CEO hiring highlights the advantages of running an unlisted firm
The Disney chief’s smoking of the peace pipe with the activist investor may be the easy part
Focus shifts to big franchises as entertainment group looks for ways to save billions and Nelson Peltz calls off proxy fight
Bob Iger announces ‘significant transformation’ in his first quarter back as chief executive
Marvel chair Isaac Perlmutter owns large stake and is supporting activist push for board seat
Activist investor zones in on acquisition made at top of market in proxy battle for board seat
Activist investor ‘lacks a basic understanding’ of the industry, company presentation says
Investors have much riding on clash between New York activist and West Coast media giant
Corporate drama pits chief executive Bob Iger against the veteran activist
Lawmakers seek compromise preserving theme park operator’s right to run private government
Returning chief describes a ‘sense of urgency’ in town hall with media company’s employees
The returning chief executive hopes to repair relations with Hollywood creatives. But can charm alone revive Disney’s fortunes?
Five-year agreement made despite deteriorating relations with Bob Chapek
From streaming and cord-cutting to finding a successor, the returning chief will confront some familiar issues
Rebellion by senior staff hastened reinstatement of predecessor Bob Iger
Entertainment company’s restored leader has a deft touch but he faces financial challenges
Entertainment company replaces leader after short tenure marked by controversy and missteps
Bob Iger’s halo of managerial brilliance will reassure shareholders for a short while, but he holds no magic
Bob Chapek’s PR missteps show he still has work to do to escape Bob Iger’s shadow
Company to review campaign giving after outcry from LGBTQ staff over controversial Florida legislation
Bob Chapek borrowed billions and sidelined insiders. It’s all part of the plan — exclusive
Disney’s executive chairman sees ‘enormous potential’ in group tapping into animal-free food trend
The entertainment giant has furloughed more than 100,000 workers while keeping its executive compensation programme
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