Morgan Stanley estimates Disney loses $30 million weekly from YouTube TV blackout affecting ABC and ESPN channels, as the dispute nears the end of its second week.
Disney's fight with YouTube TV is on day 13, matching its longest carriage dispute in history. Standoffs between media companies and TV providers typically don't last long.
The Walt Disney Company is poised for continued growth, driven by streaming, theatrical recovery, and strong theme park performance. DIS's streaming segment, especially Disney+ and the ESPN+ transformation, is a major growth engine, with subscriber and pricing gains fueling revenue. Despite some risks from competition and economic uncertainty, DIS's shares remain attractively valued for a high-quality, cash-generating business.
Investors are anxious to see if Disney's new prioritization of long-term growth over short-term cost savings is paying off.
The blackout has left ESPN, ABC and other Disney-owned channels unavailable to YouTube TV's estimated 10 million subscribers.
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According to Morgan Stanley's analysts, Disney could be losing approximately $30 million per week during the YouTube TV blackout if the latter lasts for 14days.
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YouTube TV is driving a hard bargain with Disney, whose channels are off the service. Media analysts say YouTube TV has leverage since it's supported by Google.