Activist Investor Nelson Peltz Is Said to Sell His Disney Stake
A billionaire who was critical of Disney’s management, Mr. Peltz lost an expensive battle for a place on the company’s board.
By Lauren Hirsch
A billionaire who was critical of Disney’s management, Mr. Peltz lost an expensive battle for a place on the company’s board.
By Lauren Hirsch
New voting rules made for sharper attacks, while a bold defense kept the activist investor at bay. But pressure remains on the company’s chief, Bob Iger.
By Andrew Ross Sorkin, Ravi Mattu, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced, Lauren Hirsch and Ephrat Livni
Nelson Peltz had campaigned for two seats on Disney’s board of directors, as he sought to shake up the company’s growth plan.
By Brooks Barnes
Individuals hold as much as 40 percent of the company’s shares, and they may decide a proxy battle that is one of the most expensive in history.
By Brooks Barnes and Lauren Hirsch
The longtime corporate agitator feels misunderstood. Maybe his fight with Disney could change that.
By James B. Stewart and Lauren Hirsch
Nine grandchildren of Walt and Roy Disney expressed support for Bob Iger and the company’s board, and criticized Nelson Peltz and others circling Disney.
By Brooks Barnes
The pop star’s hit “Eras Tour” concert film hits the streaming service next month, part of the company’s attempt to revitalize its entertainment lineup.
By Brooks Barnes
The company, facing pressure from activist investors, surpassed expectations for earnings and slowed its streaming losses.
By Brooks Barnes
Gina Carano accused Disney and Lucasfilm of discrimination when they dropped her after she posted baseless conspiracy theories and right-wing views on social media.
By Brooks Barnes
The stars of Ryan Murphy’s new series, “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans,” celebrated the premiere at the site of the famed 1966 Black and White Ball.
By Melissa Guerrero
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