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Disney reports surprise uptick in streaming subscribers, beats on top and bottom lines
- Disney reported a surprise gain of 1.4 million Disney+ subscribers in Q2 2025, reaching 126 million worldwide, alongside 7% revenue growth to $23.62 billion.
- This growth followed strong box office results from Moana 2 and The Lion King, as well as solid performance in domestic parks despite ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions.
- Operating income rose 13% at domestic parks but dropped 23% in international parks due to softness at Shanghai and Hong Kong, while the Experiences segment’s income grew 9%.
- CEO Bob Iger said the parks are a "cornerstone of our business" and expressed confidence in upcoming movies like Lilo & Stitch and Avatar: Fire and Ash, noting Moana 2 streamed 139 million hours.
- Disney increased its full-year adjusted earnings forecast to $5.75 per share and revealed plans to develop a new theme park resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, reflecting continued expansion efforts amid ongoing leadership transition planning.
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