Disney: The Next Phase Of Its Transformation Could Be Much Bigger

IWA Research 3.55K Followers Follow Summary The Walt Disney Company remains a Buy, supported by strong Q3 performance, robust Experiences segment growth, and accelerating DTC profitability. DIS reiterates its full-year outlook, targets at least $9B in FY26 buybacks, and continues ecosystem expansion, including a next-stage Disney+ launch in 2027. Potential strategic moves and major franchise revamps could drive long-term turnaround and content leadership alongside the ongoing investments and expansion. Conservative intrinsic value is estimated above current levels, offering a margin of safety and upside from current prices despite macro headwinds. Marvin Samuel Tolentino Pineda/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction In my previous coverage of The Walt Disney Company ( DIS ), I reiterated its Buy rating, arguing how the “Lionsgate Rumors Add To An Already Compelling Bull Case,” supported by accelerating DTC This article was written by IWA Research 3.55K Followers Follow I've been researching companies in-depth for over a decade, from commodities like oil, natural gas, gold and copper to tech like Google or Nokia and many emerging market stocks, which I believe could help me provide useful content for readers. After writing my own blog for about 3 years, I decided to switch to a value investing-focused YouTube channel, where I researched hundreds of different companies so far. I would say my favorite type of company to cover are metals and mining stocks, but I am comfortable with several other industries, such as consumer discretionary/staples, REITs and utilities. Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of DIS either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.