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This decline in brand momentum directly impacts the perceived value on Disney’s balance sheet. The company’s over-reliance on these franchises as revenue generators is now under scrutiny, especially given the impairments that reflect a declining or uncertain future worth.
Strategic and Market Implications
There is a growing consensus among industry analysts that Disney's current financial strategies, particularly regarding asset valuation and impairments, may be symptomatic of deeper issues in their growth model. The company’s balance sheet, heavily laden with goodwill and intangible assets, risks instability if these valuations are not reassessed and realigned with market realities.