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    Disney+ streaming service witnesses 4mn subscriber drop

    As the conventional film and television market continues to contract, Disney, known for iconic creations such as Mickey Mouse, the Star Wars franchise, and Marvel movies, faces mounting pressure to transform its streaming business into a profitable venture.
    News DeskBy News DeskMay 11, 2023
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    United States: Disney’s prominent streaming service has reported a significant decline, with a loss of 4 million subscribers during the initial quarter of this year. This decrease in subscriber numbers comes as part of Disney’s broader efforts to streamline operations and reduce costs.

    Disney+ managed to make substantial progress in cutting its losses, reducing them by $400 million. As the conventional film and television market continues to contract, Disney, known for iconic creations such as Mickey Mouse, the Star Wars franchise, and Marvel movies, faces mounting pressure to transform its streaming business into a profitable venture.

    Following the announcement, Disney witnessed a decline of approximately 5 percent in its shares during after-hours trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The market’s response indicates a cautious sentiment towards the company’s recent developments and highlights investor concerns regarding the challenges faced by Disney’s streaming business and its overall impact on the company’s financial performance.

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    A significant portion of the decline in subscribers was primarily attributed to Disney’s Hotstar service in Asia. Last year, Hotstar experienced a setback when it lost the streaming rights to Indian cricket matches, resulting in substantial subscriber losses. Additionally, Disney+ faced the departure of approximately 300,000 customers in the United States and Canada following a subscription price increase.

    However, amidst these challenges, Disney’s streaming business showcased a positive trend by successfully reducing its operating losses. In the first three months of this year, the operating losses amounted to $659 million, demonstrating a notable improvement from the previous quarter’s figure of $1.1 billion.

    Earlier this year, Disney, the entertainment powerhouse, faced a decline in subscriber numbers, leading to the company’s decision to reduce its workforce by cutting 7,000 jobs. Adding to the industry’s current turbulence, Hollywood TV and movie screenwriters recently initiated their first strike in 15 years, highlighting the pressing need for improved pay and working conditions. The rise of streaming services has disrupted the traditional television and film sector, prompting writers to demand fairer compensation and better professional circumstances.

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    The previous writers’ strike occurred in 2007 and lasted for 100 days, resulting in an estimated loss of $2 billion for the industry. The recurrence of such labor disputes underscores the profound impact streaming has had on the entertainment sector and the ongoing struggle to find a balance between the demands of content creators and the changing dynamics of the industry.

    In recent years, Disney has made substantial investments, totaling billions of dollars, in its streaming platforms. With a combined subscriber base exceeding 231 million across its three streaming platforms, which include ESPN+ with a sports emphasis and Hulu offering a broader range of entertainment, Disney has established a formidable presence in the streaming landscape. Notably, Disney+ boasts nearly 158 million subscribers globally. However, it still trails behind its main competitor, Netflix, which currently boasts 232.5 million subscribers.

    Through its extensive investments and growing subscriber numbers, Disney has successfully transformed its business model, embracing the opportunities presented by the streaming era and cementing its position as a major force in the industry.

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