Disney posted fiscal first-quarter earnings Wednesday that beat on the top and bottom lines, but revealed the beginnings of expected streaming subscriber losses at Disney+.

Animated blockbuster “Moana 2” put wind into Disney’s sales for the last three months of 2024. The sequel’s strong showing at the box office, along with another profitable quarter for Disney+ and Hulu,

Walt Disney Co. reported first-quarter earnings as the company faces a number of challenges, despite recent box office success including a hit animated sequel.

Walt Disney surprised analysts with a strong first-quarter performance, driven by an uptick in its direct-to-consumer segment and content sales.

Moana 2' helped float a solid fiscal first quarter for Disney with studio profit riding the strong box office of the animated sequel that’s topped $1 billion worldwide.

Walt Disney sharply outperformed Wall Street's quarterly earnings estimates on Wednesday, with results buoyed by the strong holiday box office performance of animated sequel "Moana 2" and higher profits at the company's streaming business.

The entertainment company topped Wall Street expectations on core metrics; meanwhile, its streaming push continues.

The Walt Disney Co. (DIS) on Wednesday reported fiscal 2025 first-quarter results above analysts' expectations, although Disney+ subscribers slipped from the prior quarter. Disney posted net income of $2.

Disney streaming services saw a successful Q1 in 2025, officially completing a second consecutive profitable quarter. However, the core Disney+ model saw a drop in subscribers after recent price increases.

Disney (DIS) reported first quarter earnings on Wednesday that beat expectations as the media and entertainment giant reported a profit in its streaming segment while its parks business faced setbacks in the midst of two back-to-back hurricanes and greater cruise ship investments.