The Walt Disney Company Declares Cash Dividend of $1.00 Per Share

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) Board of Directors today declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share. This represents a 33% increase over the $0.75 per share paid to shareholders during fiscal year 2024.

The dividend will be paid in two installments of $0.50 per share, according to the following record and payable dates:

"It's been a highly successful year for The Walt Disney Company, stemming from the extensive strategic work across the company to improve quality, innovation, efficiency, and value creation," said Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. "With the company operating from a renewed position of strength, we are pleased to increase the dividend for shareholders while continuing to invest for the future and drive sustained growth through Disney's world-class portfolio of assets."

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international entertainment and media enterprise that includes three business segments: Entertainment, Sports, and Experiences. Disney is a Dow 30 company and had annual revenue of $91.4 billion in its Fiscal Year 2024.

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