DIS

Walt Disney

Fundamental data last updated:March 30, 2026

company profile

SECTOR

Communication Services

industry

Entertainment

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

United States

Next Earnings Date

05/06/26

Business Summary

Walt Disney is an entertainment company operating in the Communication Services sector. It produces and distributes media and entertainment content across various platforms and experiences.

VALUATION

P/E

13.6

Market Cap ($M USD)

$163,723

Forward P/E

12.6

PEG

1

PRICE TO SALES

1.7

PRICE TO BOOK

1.5

EV / EBITDA

10.7

5-Year Average P/E

DIVIDEND

Yield

1.40%

Annual Payout

$1.50

Payout Ratio

18.40%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

2

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

-

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$6.81

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$7.35

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

5.20%

Return on Equity (ROE)

11.30%

Operating Margin

14.20%

Debt-to-Equity

0.4

Piotroski F-Score

8

Altman Z-Score

2.2

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

9.00%%

Current Ratio

0.7

Quick Ratio

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

Walt Disney operates in the Communication Services sector within the Entertainment industry and has a market capitalization of $163,723 million. The company trades at a P/E of 13.6 and a forward P/E of 12.6, with a PEG forward ratio of 1, suggesting valuation aligned with expected growth. Profitability metrics include a return on equity of 5.20% and an operating margin of 11.30%, alongside a debt-to-equity ratio of 14.20%.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

As an entertainment company, Disney’s operations rely heavily on technology platforms for content distribution and media delivery. Continued integration of advanced technologies can influence operating efficiency and customer engagement.

The Bull Case

The stock’s valuation appears reasonable with a P/E of 13.6 and forward P/E of 12.6, supported by a PEG forward ratio of 1. A relatively low debt-to-equity ratio of 14.20% and an operating margin of 11.30% provide a foundation for financial stability.

The Bear Case

Return on equity of 5.20% indicates modest profitability relative to shareholder capital. Additionally, EPS is reported at 10.7 while EPS next year is estimated at $6.81, implying potential earnings pressure.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

1.10%

Analyst Consensus

1.56

Average Analyst Price Target

$132.78

Institutional Ownership %

77.30%

1-Year Beta

1.07

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

0.10%%

Distance to 52-Week High

74.10%%

Distance to 52-Week Low

115.40%%