Is DIS a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Walt Disney Co (DIS) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 44.9/100. It is ranked #1,818 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 50/100, Momentum 37/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for DIS?

Walt Disney Co (DIS) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 44.9 ranks it #1,818 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is DIS in?

Walt Disney Co operates in the Communication Services sector (Entertainment industry) with a market cap of $171.06 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does DIS pay a dividend?

Yes, DIS pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.10%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $11.00 in annual dividend income.

What is DIS's P/E ratio?

DIS has a trailing P/E ratio of 11.72x. The Communication Services sector average is 26.1x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is DIS?

DIS's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 35.8%. ROE: 12.7% vs sector average 1.0%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is DIS valued compared to peers?

DIS's value factor score is 50/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 11.7x, EV/EBITDA 9.1x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is DIS's debt level?

DIS's debt-to-equity ratio is 77%. Sector average: 82%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

DIS has a beta of 1.06, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 73/100.

Does DIS have high short interest?

DIS's short interest factor score is 33/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

DIS Stock Analysis: Hold (Score 44.9/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
DIS	-0.62%	+2.65%	-2.12%	-12.83%	+16.36%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLC	-0.28%	+2.01%	-2.92%	-3.20%	+25.91%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-0.56%	-0.95%	-2.46%	-12.47%	-13.17%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.34%	+0.64%	+0.80%	-9.63%	-9.56%	-	-	-

Metric	DIS	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	11.7x	-55%
EV/EBITDA	9.1x	+83%
Price / Book	1.5x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
TIGO MILLICOM INTERNATIONAL CELLULAR SA	62	41	67	81	-	143.3%	42.5%	4.6%	-	884.0x	$12.9B	VS
VZ VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC	54	50	77	54	10.9x	17.6%	60.5%	13.7%	3.1%	282.0x	$208.3B	VS
DLX DELUXE CORP	54	50	76	69	15.9x	11.6%	53.3%	3.7%	0.4%	321.0x	$1.3B	VS
NYT NEW YORK TIMES CO	53	50	52	68	50.0x	13.6%	50.2%	10.4%	12.1%	47.0x	$13.8B	VS
BCE BCE INC	52	37	71	51	191.1x	8.8%	43.4%	1.5%	-9.3%	237.0x	$23.7B	VS
T AT&T INC.	52	50	68	46	10.1x	15.3%	62.0%	15.8%	3.1%	107.0x	$197.7B	VS
MSGE Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.	51	50	59	67	47.9x	166.0%	40.3%	-1.0%	101.4%	1,540.0x	$2.7B	VS
ADEA Adeia Inc.	50	50	61	67	49.8x	11.8%	100.0%	16.4%	-0.0%	87.0x	$2.8B	VS
CDRO Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A.	50	46	53	61	-	65.0%	90.7%	1.9%	12.7%	0.0x	$389M	VS
TGNA TEGNA INC	50	50	67	46	10.4x	9.8%	38.3%	10.6%	-8.4%	80.0x	$3.2B	VS
DIS Walt Disney Co	45	50	50	37	11.7x	12.7%	35.8%	15.0%	12.2%	77.0x	$171.1B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.5%
Operating Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5.5%	2.5%	16.5%	15.8%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.3%	0.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	12.9%	3.2%	8.9%	8.1%	6.8%	6.5%	4.2%	-1.2%	6.4%	17.9%	17.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.4%

0.5%

Operating Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.3%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.2%

FCF Margin %

5.5%

2.5%

16.5%

15.8%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.1%

0.3%

0.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

12.9%

3.2%

8.9%

8.1%

6.8%

6.5%

4.2%

-1.2%

6.4%

17.9%

17.4%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$97.9B	$94.4B	$91.4B	$88.9B	$82.7B	$67.4B	$65.4B	$69.6B	$59.4B	$55.1B	$55.6B	$52.5B
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$21.5B	$27.5B	$26.7B	$24.8B	$25.6B	$24.1B
Gross Margin	---	---	---	---	---	---	32.9%	39.6%	44.9%	45.0%	46.1%	45.9%
	—	$16.5B	$15.8B	$15.3B	$16.4B	$13.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	—	$5.3B	$4.2B	$3.0B	$2.8B	$2.5B	$2.4B
Total Operating Expenses	—	$76.9B	$75.8B	$76.0B	$70.6B	$59.7B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$18.7B	$17.6B	$15.6B	$12.9B	$12.1B	$7.8B	-$1.9B	$10.6B	$14.8B	$13.8B	$14.2B	$13.2B
EBIT	$18.7B	$17.6B	$15.6B	$12.9B	$12.1B	$7.8B	-$1.9B	$10.6B	$14.8B	$13.8B	$14.2B	$13.2B
EBITDA	$18.7B	$17.6B	$15.6B	$12.9B	$12.1B	$7.8B	$4.4B	$19.2B	$18.4B	$16.6B	$16.7B	$15.5B
Operating Margin	19.1%	18.6%	17.1%	14.5%	14.6%	11.5%	-3.0%	15.3%	24.9%	25.0%	25.5%	25.1%
EBITDA Margin	19.1%	18.6%	17.1%	14.5%	14.7%	11.5%	6.8%	27.5%	31.0%	30.2%	30.1%	29.6%
	—	-$1.8B	-$2.1B	-$2.0B	$1.5B	$1.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	—	$12.0B	$7.6B	$4.8B	$5.3B	$2.6B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	-$1.4B	$1.8B	$1.4B	$1.7B	$25M	$699M	$3.0B	$1.7B	$4.4B	$5.1B	$5.0B
	$14.5B	$13.4B	$5.8B	$3.4B	$3.5B	$2.5B	-$2.5B	$11.6B	$13.1B	$9.4B	$9.8B	$8.9B
Net Margin	14.9%	14.2%	6.3%	3.8%	4.2%	3.7%	-3.8%	16.6%	22.0%	17.0%	17.6%	16.9%
	$1.34	$6.88	$2.72	$1.29	$1.73	$1.10	$-1.58	$6.68	$8.40	$5.73	$5.76	$4.95
Diluted EPS	$1.34	$6.85	$2.72	$1.29	$1.72	$1.09	$-1.58	$6.68	$8.40	$5.73	$5.76	$4.95
Weighted Avg Basic	—	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	1.8B	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$97.9B

$94.4B

$91.4B

$88.9B

$82.7B

$67.4B

$65.4B

$69.6B

$59.4B

$55.1B

$55.6B

$52.5B

—

$21.5B

$27.5B

$26.7B

$24.8B

$25.6B

$24.1B

Gross Margin

---

32.9%

39.6%

44.9%

45.0%

46.1%

45.9%

—

$16.5B

$15.8B

$15.3B

$16.4B

$13.5B

—

Depreciation

—

$5.3B

$4.2B

$3.0B

$2.8B

$2.5B

$2.4B

Total Operating Expenses

—

$76.9B

$75.8B

$76.0B

$70.6B

$59.7B

—

$18.7B

$17.6B

$15.6B

$12.9B

$12.1B

$7.8B

-$1.9B

$10.6B

$14.8B

$13.8B

$14.2B

$13.2B

EBIT

$18.7B

$17.6B

$15.6B

$12.9B

$12.1B

$7.8B

-$1.9B

$10.6B

$14.8B

$13.8B

$14.2B

$13.2B

EBITDA

$18.7B

$17.6B

$15.6B

$12.9B

$12.1B

$7.8B

$4.4B

$19.2B

$18.4B

$16.6B

$16.7B

$15.5B

Operating Margin

19.1%

18.6%

17.1%

14.5%

14.6%

11.5%

-3.0%

15.3%

24.9%

25.0%

25.5%

25.1%

EBITDA Margin

19.1%

18.6%

17.1%

14.5%

14.7%

11.5%

6.8%

27.5%

31.0%

30.2%

30.1%

29.6%

—

-$1.8B

-$2.1B

-$2.0B

$1.5B

—

$12.0B

$7.6B

$4.8B

$5.3B

$2.6B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

-$1.4B

$1.8B

$1.4B

$1.7B

$25M

$699M

$3.0B

$1.7B

$4.4B

$5.1B

$5.0B

$14.5B

$13.4B

$5.8B

$3.4B

$3.5B

$2.5B

-$2.5B

$11.6B

$13.1B

$9.4B

$9.8B

$8.9B

Net Margin

14.9%

14.2%

6.3%

3.8%

4.2%

3.7%

-3.8%

16.6%

22.0%

17.0%

17.6%

16.9%

$1.34

$6.88

$2.72

$1.29

$1.73

$1.10

$-1.58

$6.68

$8.40

$5.73

$5.76

$4.95

Diluted EPS

$1.34

$6.85

$2.72

$1.29

$1.72

$1.09

$-1.58

$6.68

$8.40

$5.73

$5.76

$4.95

Weighted Avg Basic

—

1.8B

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

1.8B

—

Walt Disney Co (DIS) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Walt Disney Co Do?

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an entertainment company worldwide. It operates through two segments, Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution; and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. The company engages in the film and episodic television content production and distribution activities, as well as operates television broadcast networks under the ABC, Disney, ESPN, Freeform, FX, Fox, National Geographic, and Star brands; and studios that produces motion pictures under the Walt Disney Pictures, Twentieth Century Studios, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, and Searchlight Pictures banners. It also offers direct-to-consumer streaming services through Disney+, Disney+ Hotstar, ESPN+, Hulu, and Star+; sale/licensing of film and television content to third-party television and subscription video-on-demand services; theatrical, home entertainment, and music distribution services; staging and licensing of live entertainment events; and post-production services by Industrial Light & Magic and Skywalker Sound. In addition, the company operates theme parks and resorts, such as Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California; Disneyland Paris; Hong Kong Disneyland Resort; and Shanghai Disney Resort; Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, National Geographic Expeditions, and Adventures by Disney as well as Aulani, a Disney resort and spa in Hawaii; licenses its intellectual property to a third party for the operations of the Tokyo Disney Resort; and provides consumer products, which include licensing of trade names, characters, visual, literary, and other IP for use on merchandise, published materials, and games. Further, it sells branded merchandise through retail, online, and wholesale businesses; and develops and publishes books, comic books, and magazines. The Walt Disney Company was founded in 1923 and is based in Burbank, California. Walt Disney Co (DIS) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Communication Services sector, specifically within the Entertainment industry. The company is led by CEO Robert A. Iger and employs approximately 220,000 people, headquartered in Burbank, California. With a market capitalization of $171.1B, DIS is one of the prominent companies in the Communication Services sector.

Walt Disney Co (DIS) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Walt Disney Co receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 44.9/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.DIS ranks #1,818 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Communication Services sector, Walt Disney Co ranks #53 of 134 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Communication Services peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

DIS Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Walt Disney Co (DIS) currently trades at $99.05. The stock lost $0.74 (0.7%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for DIS is $124.69, which means the stock is currently trading -20.6% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $80.10, putting the stock 23.7% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 3.7M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is DIS Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Walt Disney Co (DIS) carries a value factor score of 50/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 11.72x, compared to the Communication Services sector average of 26.08x — a discount of 55%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.49x, versus the sector average of 1.87x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.73x, compared to 0.55x for the average Communication Services stock. On an enterprise value basis, DIS trades at 9.09x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.98x for the sector.

Overall, DIS's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

Walt Disney Co Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Walt Disney Co (DIS) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 12.7%, compared to the Communication Services sector average of 1.0%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 7.2% versus the sector average of -0.0%.

On a margin basis, Walt Disney Co reports gross margins of 35.8%, compared to 56.4% for the sector. The operating margin is 19.1% (sector: 0.4%). Net profit margin stands at 14.9%, versus -0.9% for the average Communication Services stock. Revenue growth is running at 12.2% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.0% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

DIS Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Walt Disney Co has a debt-to-equity ratio of 77.0%, compared to the Communication Services sector average of 82.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 0.67x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness.

DIS has a beta of 1.06, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for Walt Disney Co is 73/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

Walt Disney Co Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Walt Disney Co reported revenue of $97.94B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.34. Net income for the quarter was $14.47B. Operating income came in at $18.67B.

In Q1 2026, Walt Disney Co reported revenue of $25.98B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.34. Net income for the quarter was $2.48B. Revenue grew 5.2% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $4.60B.

In FY 2025, Walt Disney Co reported revenue of $94.42B and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.88. Net income for the quarter was $13.43B. Revenue grew 3.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $17.55B.

In Q3 2025, Walt Disney Co reported revenue of $23.65B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.92. Net income for the quarter was $5.94B. Revenue grew 2.1% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $4.58B.

Over the past 8 quarters, Walt Disney Co has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $23.16B to $97.94B. Investors analyzing DIS stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

DIS Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Walt Disney Co (DIS) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.1%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in DIS stock would generate approximately $$110.00 in annual dividend income. The net margin of 14.9% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

DIS Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Walt Disney Co (DIS) has a momentum factor score of 37/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 28/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 33/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

DIS vs Competitors — Communication Services Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Communication Services sector, Walt Disney Co (DIS) ranks #53 out of 134 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places DIS in the upper half of all Communication Services stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include MILLICOM INTERNATIONAL CELLULAR SA (TIGO) with a score of 61.6/100, TEGNA INC (TGNA) with a score of 49.6/100, VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC (VZ) with a score of 54.2/100, DELUXE CORP (DLX) with a score of 53.8/100, and NEW YORK TIMES CO (NYT) with a score of 53.2/100.

Comparing DIS against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full DIS vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Walt Disney Co stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

DIS Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Walt Disney Co (DIS) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy DIS? — Investment Thesis Summary

Walt Disney Co presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Momentum is weak at 37/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 73/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, Walt Disney Co (DIS) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 44.9/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on DIS stock.

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