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Disney's Stock Plunged After Beating Earnings-Here's Why

The entertainment giant took a dive, but why are investors concerned?

By Matt Frankel, CFP and Rick Munarriz – Feb 5, 2026 at 12:12PM EST

Despite reporting earnings that were stronger than expected, Disney (DIS 0.15%) stock was under pressure, dropping by about 7% the day after the results from its holiday quarter were revealed. In this video, Fool.com analysts and Disney passholders Rick Munarriz and Matt Frankel discuss the numbers and why the stock behaved like it did.

*Stock prices used were the morning prices of Feb. 3, 2026. The video was published on Feb.4, 2026.

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Matt Frankel, CFP
Matt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst specializing in the real estate and financial sectors. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, Globe St, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his real estate, financial, stock market, and investing expertise.
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Matt Frankel, CFP has positions in Walt Disney. Rick Munarriz has positions in Walt Disney. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Walt Disney. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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