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The recent historical comparisons show that December 2023’s average wait time has plunged to under 30 minutes, notably lower than past years where averages reached over 45 minutes. Disney's needs in terms of attendance are dire; hitting capacity crowd levels in order to ensure profitability and satisfy investors is crucial, particularly with the impending challenges posed by new competitors, including Universal’s Epic Universe.
Analysts posited that the potential drop in attendance could significantly impact Disney’s financials. Given that Disney World constitutes roughly a third of the company's profits, an underwhelming holiday season could spell trouble for the company’s overall financial health and stock value.