Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) Shares Sold Rep. Mike Kelly

Representative Mike Kelly (Republican-Pennsylvania) recently sold shares of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS). In a filing disclosed on August 12th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in Walt Disney stock on July 17th. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “VICTORIA KELLY TRUST ICA” account.

Representative Mike Kelly also recently made the following trade(s):

• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:ABT) on 7/17/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) on 7/17/2026.

Walt Disney Stock Performance

Shares of DIS stock opened at $106.94 on Friday. The Walt Disney Company has a 12-month low of $92.18 and a 12-month high of $119.78. The business’s fifty day simple moving average is $99.30 and its 200-day simple moving average is $101.65. The company has a current ratio of 0.71, a quick ratio of 0.65 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. The company has a market cap of $184.65 billion, a PE ratio of 22.05, a PEG ratio of 1.23 and a beta of 1.39.

Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, August 5th. The entertainment giant reported $2.06 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.86 by $0.20. Walt Disney had a return on equity of 9.90% and a net margin of 8.70%.The firm had revenue of $25.25 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $25.39 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $1.61 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.8% on a year-over-year basis. Walt Disney has set its FY 2026 guidance at 6.642-6.642 EPS. Analysts expect that The Walt Disney Company will post 6.9 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Trending Headlines about Walt Disney

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

• Positive Sentiment: CEO Josh D’Amaro said Disney has greater “clarity and stability” nearly six months into his tenure. He highlighted the company’s powerful combination of intellectual property, scale and engaged fans, while pointing to strong parks performance and streaming as the company’s digital centerpiece. Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro on parks, stock price, and streaming
• Positive Sentiment: Disney’s Experiences segment remains a key earnings driver. Recent results showed record revenue and operating-income growth from domestic parks and cruise lines, supported by attendance and higher per-guest spending, helping offset softer areas of the business. How Disney’s Experiences Surge and New APAC Streaming Chief At Walt Disney
• Positive Sentiment: Disney is presenting gaming as a potentially larger growth engine. Licensing partners generated an estimated $3.5 billion in annual consumer spending over the past four years, with spending exceeding $4 billion in the latest fiscal year. Disney Expands Gaming Business
• Positive Sentiment: Management is considering making Disney+ an all-in-one platform incorporating games, merchandise and other fan-engagement features. A successful “super app” could increase engagement, cross-selling and monetization. Josh D’Amaro’s vision for a Disney+ super app
• Neutral Sentiment: D’Amaro acknowledged that he and investors are unhappy with Disney’s stock performance, noting that shares are down more than 8% over the past year. His comments reinforce pressure on management to convert operational improvements into sustained shareholder returns. DIS CEO Josh D’Amaro on Disney stock price
• Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to question whether DIS is cheap enough after mixed quarterly results and a revenue miss. Although earnings exceeded estimates, investors remain focused on profitability, streaming execution and whether the current valuation adequately reflects the company’s risks. Why DIS Stock Still Isn’t Cheap

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of equities research analysts have recently weighed in on the company. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price target on Walt Disney from $125.00 to $132.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Needham & Company LLC reissued a “buy” rating and set a $125.00 target price on shares of Walt Disney in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Wolfe Research set a $131.00 price target on shares of Walt Disney in a report on Tuesday, June 30th. Benchmark reiterated a “buy” rating and set a $115.00 price objective on shares of Walt Disney in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, Raymond James Financial cut their target price on Walt Disney from $119.00 to $111.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, July 2nd. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have assigned a Buy rating, three have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $128.61.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Walt Disney

Several hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of DIS. Swiss RE Ltd. acquired a new stake in Walt Disney during the fourth quarter valued at $25,000. Curio Wealth LLC raised its stake in shares of Walt Disney by 110.4% during the 4th quarter. Curio Wealth LLC now owns 223 shares of the entertainment giant’s stock worth $26,000 after buying an additional 117 shares during the period. Osbon Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in Walt Disney in the 4th quarter valued at $26,000. Sfam LLC acquired a new position in Walt Disney during the fourth quarter worth $26,000. Finally, Greenline Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Walt Disney during the fourth quarter worth about $26,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.71% of the company’s stock.

About Representative Kelly

Mike Kelly (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Pennsylvania’s 16th Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2019. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Kelly (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Pennsylvania’s 16th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

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.