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Intriguingly, industry sources suggest Disney has contingency plans—often referred to cryptically as the "Red Button"—that could involve selling off assets rapidly if the company’s finances or political pressures become unmanageable. Such measures might include divesting its Asia-Pacific holdings, licensing properties instead of outright ownership, or even relinquishing control entirely.
These options serve as a last resort, and insiders warn that executive resignations (possibly including Iger’s departure) could accelerate such moves. This brinkmanship highlights a company desperately trying to avoid complete bankruptcy or national interference that could wipe out its most valuable assets.