Chilton Investment Co. Inc. Boosts Stake in The Walt Disney Company $DIS

Chilton Investment Co. Inc. boosted its position in shares of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) by 390.0% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 11,328 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock after buying an additional 9,016 shares during the period. Chilton Investment Co. Inc.’s holdings in Walt Disney were worth $1,297,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

Several other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in DIS. Copeland Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Walt Disney during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $25,000. Strengthening Families & Communities LLC purchased a new position in shares of Walt Disney in the third quarter valued at $29,000. Pilgrim Partners Asia Pte Ltd purchased a new position in shares of Walt Disney in the third quarter valued at $33,000. Bare Financial Services Inc increased its position in Walt Disney by 48.5% in the third quarter. Bare Financial Services Inc now owns 291 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 95 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Total Investment Management Inc. bought a new stake in Walt Disney in the second quarter worth $37,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.71% of the company’s stock.

Walt Disney Trading Down 0.1%

NYSE DIS opened at $99.29 on Monday. The stock has a market cap of $175.89 billion, a PE ratio of 14.60, a PEG ratio of 1.35 and a beta of 1.42. The Walt Disney Company has a 12 month low of $80.10 and a 12 month high of $124.69. The company’s 50-day moving average price is $107.75 and its 200-day moving average price is $110.29. The company has a current ratio of 0.67, a quick ratio of 0.61 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.31.

Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Monday, February 2nd. The entertainment giant reported $1.63 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.57 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $25.98 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $25.54 billion. Walt Disney had a net margin of 12.80% and a return on equity of 8.90%. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 5.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $1.40 EPS. Equities research analysts forecast that The Walt Disney Company will post 5.47 earnings per share for the current year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several equities analysts have commented on DIS shares. Wells Fargo & Company lowered their price objective on shares of Walt Disney from $152.00 to $150.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, February 3rd. TD Cowen restated a “hold” rating and issued a $123.00 target price on shares of Walt Disney in a report on Tuesday, February 3rd. UBS Group restated a “mixed” rating on shares of Walt Disney in a research report on Monday, February 2nd. Barclays reaffirmed an “overweight” rating on shares of Walt Disney in a report on Monday, February 2nd. Finally, Guggenheim reissued a “buy” rating and set a $140.00 price objective on shares of Walt Disney in a research note on Tuesday, February 3rd. Seventeen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $135.80.

Key Headlines Impacting Walt Disney

Here are the key news stories impacting Walt Disney this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Walt Disney World set reopening dates for several refreshed attractions (including the revamped Buzz Lightyear ride and Big Thunder Mountain), which should help drive park traffic and F&B/merchandise spend as seasonal travel picks up. Walt Disney World announces reopening dates for Buzz Lightyear, Big Thunder Mountain
• Positive Sentiment: Disney is rolling out new family experiences and a “Cool KIDS’ SUMMER” program with refreshed attractions and summer savings, plus the return of select free-dining promotions — initiatives that can stimulate bookings and incremental park revenue for the high season. Walt Disney World Launches New Family Experiences, Refreshed Attractions and Summer Savings for Cool KIDS’ SUMMER
• Positive Sentiment: Disney+ content additions: the children’s hit Bluey is getting a firm arrival date on Disney+, and a new Star Wars series (Maul: Shadow Lord) launches in April — fresh originals that help engagement and retention on the streaming platform. Disney World Announces Exactly When Bluey Will Finally Arrive
• Positive Sentiment: Leadership update: Disney named Paul Roeder as Chief Communications Officer (effective March 19), a senior internal hire under incoming CEO Josh D’Amaro that suggests management is stabilizing communications and strategy ahead of operational initiatives. Paul Roeder Named Chief Communications Officer of The Walt Disney Company
• Neutral Sentiment: Promotional/consumer coverage such as guides to park footwear and lifestyle pieces are driving consumer interest but have little direct financial impact; they do reflect ongoing consumer engagement with the parks. I Visit Disney World Every Month & These Are the Most Supportive Sneakers for Walking 10+ Miles at the Parks
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst/market takes: commentary noting Disney’s attractive valuation and strategic moves (e.g., NFL rights) highlight upside catalysts but caution about lingering execution risks; these views can influence investor sentiment without immediate revenue impact. Walt Disney Stock Looks Cheap. But Is It a Buy?
• Negative Sentiment: Ad-revenue competition: a report highlights YouTube generating more ad revenue in 2025 than Disney and several legacy media companies, underlining margin pressure and the challenge of monetizing streaming at scale. YouTube Out Earns Disney, Paramount, Warner Bros, and More Just From Ad Revenue in 2025

About Walt Disney

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), commonly known as Disney, is a diversified global entertainment and media conglomerate headquartered in Burbank, California. Founded in 1923 by Walt and Roy O. Disney, the company grew from an animation studio into a multi‑national entertainment enterprise known for iconic intellectual property and family‑oriented storytelling. Disney’s operations span film and television production, streaming services, theme parks and resorts, consumer products, and live entertainment.

On the content side, Disney produces and distributes feature films and television programming through a portfolio of studios and labels that includes Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm and 20th Century Studios, along with broadcast and cable networks such as ABC, FX and National Geographic.