The Walt Disney Company (DIS)
The Walt Disney Company is a multinational entertainment conglomerate renowned for its film studio division, theme parks, television networks, and media production. Founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney, it has become a leading name in entertainment, creating iconic animated movies, characters, and franchises. Disney also owns major properties such as Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar, and operates popular channels like ABC and ESPN.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-06-24 | 2025-06-24 |
| January 16, 2025 | $0.50 | 2024-12-16 | 2024-12-16 |
| July 25, 2024 | $0.45 | 2024-07-08 | 2024-07-08 |
| January 10, 2024 | $0.30 | 2023-12-08 | 2023-12-11 |
| January 16, 2020 | $0.88 | 2019-12-13 | 2019-12-16 |
Dividends Summary
- The Walt Disney Company has issued 24 dividend payments over the past 20 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 59 days ago, on July 23, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $1.15 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.63 per share.
Company News
Amazon and Netflix formed a partnership to make Netflix's ad-supported inventory available through Amazon's demand-side platform, potentially challenging The Trade Desk's market position in connected TV advertising.
Webtoon Entertainment saw a 28% stock surge after Disney bought a 2% stake and partnered to create a new digital comics platform, combining over 35,000 comics from Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Pixar, and 20th Century Studios.
Rosen Law Firm is investigating Disney for allegedly collecting personal data from children under 13 on YouTube without parental consent, potentially violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance are exploring a potential merger that could create a major sports media platform with comprehensive rights to MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL games, potentially challenging ESPN's dominance.
The article discusses a 69-year-old individual with a modest 401(k) balance of $121,000 and a pension of $250,000, who is still working and contributing to their retirement accounts. The author provides advice on how to make the most of the situation and focus on the positives, such as waiting to claim full Social Security benefits and owning a home.
