To position itself for continued success Disney needs to strengthen is existing product portfolio while simultaneously developing new products and services. On December 14, 2017 Disney took a major step in doing so when Rupert Murdoch agreed to sell 21st Century Fox to Disney for $52.4 billion in stock. Disney will also assume $13.7 billion of net debt, valuing the total transaction at $66.1 billion.
This report examines Disney's motivation for making this acquisition, how it changes the industry landscape, and potential obstacles to the acquisition, including Comcast's counteroffer.
Table of Contents
Why Disney Wants 21st Century Fox
Impact on Disney and the Industry
Impact on Pay TV
International Impact
Theatrical Impact
Impact on TV Production
Disney’s Online Aspirations
Comcast Wants 21st Century Fox
Conclusion
Follow-up Questions
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