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Disney is again launching a streaming service, this time as a live sports hub through ESPN. Can new partnerships with the NFL and WWE leverage further gains?

Shares of commercial real estate finance company Walker & Dunlop (NYSE:WD) jumped 4.9% in the afternoon session after it announced the arrangement of a $160 million loan for a master-planned community in California's Coachella Valley. The loan, which includes a re-advance component bringing total proceeds to $187 million, is for the first phase of construction on the 'Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney Community.' This significant financing deal follows a recently reported strong second quarter where the company surpassed analyst expectations. Walker & Dunlop's Q2 results featured a 65% year-over-year increase in total transaction volume and an 18% rise in revenue, reflecting robust activity and positive investor sentiment. The company also affirmed a dividend of $0.67 per share, reinforcing its confidence in its financial stability and growth prospects.

Disney seems worth a look after dipping this month.

Global entertainment and media company Disney (NYSE:DIS) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 2.1% year on year to $23.65 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.61 per share was 11.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Wrapping up Q2 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the media stocks, including Disney (NYSE:DIS) and its peers.

Parlays are paying off for this sports betting giant.

Disney made some major announcements about its streaming business last week.

Multiple growth drivers and a clear path forward will secure this tech titan's membership in an exclusive fraternity.

In a significant wave of positive corporate news, several prominent companies have recently announced robust financial results and strategic deals, injecting a fresh dose of optimism into the financial markets. Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) has significantly raised its financial forecasts, signaling a strong rebound in the semiconductor sector driven by

AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE: AMC) experienced a significant surge in its stock price, jumping 7.5% following the release of its better-than-expected earnings report. This impressive performance has ignited a wave of optimism among investors, signaling a potential turning point for the beleaguered cinema chain and the broader entertainment sector.

These companies are proving the doubters wrong in a big way.

The media giant is simplifying its direct-to-consumer offering -- and taking away a closely watched measure of its success.

Adtech company The Trade Desk just had its worst day on record as shares tumbled nearly 40% in a single trading session.

The NFL and Disney have tied themselves more closely together with the NFL getting 10% of ESPN in exchange for the NFL Network, RedZone distribution rights, and more assets. Will it make Disney a winner in streaming?

Elon Musk helped fund a lawsuit against Disney in the name of free speech. While the case didn't go to trial and reached a settlement, Musk may have shown a win for free speech.

FuboTV's Q2 2025 earnings exceeded expectations, but stock has since declined by 2.5%. North America revenue fell 3%, while rest of the world saw growth.

This week, from August 4th to August 10th, 2025, marks a busy period in the second-quarter earnings season, with hundreds of companies across various sectors scheduled to report their financial results. These earnings calls are crucial events for investors, analysts, and the broader market, as they provide insights into corporate

In a surprising display of resilience, major U.S. corporations, including fast-food giant McDonald's and entertainment behemoth The Walt Disney Co., have delivered stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, providing a much-needed ballast to the financial markets. This wave of robust corporate performance is effectively overshadowing persistent concerns about the impact of new