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Back on June 10th, Bob Iger explicitly stated that Disney was unlikely to exit the traditional TV channel business, differentiating himself from competitors who are spinning off their linear assets. He also claimed that Disney+ would probably emulate Netflix by eventually stopping reporting subscriber numbers altogether—a move that signifies a shift in how streaming success is measured and potentially offers more control over how Disney manages its streaming metrics.
Yet, despite this avowal, recent reports suggest that Disney might already be proceeding with selling off significant assets that underpin their cable and traditional media footprint.