Walt Disney Co (DIS) Factsheet
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Walt Disney Co (DIS) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-05. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 8.6%. FCF margin 8.4%. D/E 0.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 8.6% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 8.4% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.4x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 8.6% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 8.4% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: Walt Disney Co earns 8.6% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 8.6%, sector median 6.8%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 13.4% × asset turnover 0.5x. Gross margin 37.6%. Operating margin 18.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.6% | Adequate | Above sector median of 6.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 7.9% | Warning | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 37.6% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 18.4% | Good | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: Walt Disney Co generates $8.3B FCF at 8.4% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $8.3B. FCF margin 8.4%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 2.0x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 8.4% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $8.3B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.0x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Walt Disney Co at 0.4x leverage, -10.0x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.4x. Total debt $46.0B, cash & investments $5.2B. Interest coverage -10.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.4x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-40.9B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | -10.0x | Warning | Monitor debt obligations |
Valuation: Walt Disney Co trades at 23.8x earnings
P/E 23.8x. EV/Sales 2.5x. FCF yield 4.1%. Dividend yield 1.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 23.8x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.5x | Good | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 4.1% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 1.7% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: Walt Disney Co returns 5.8% shareholder yield, reducing shares 3.7% YoY
Total shareholder yield 5.8% (div 1.7% + buyback 4.0%). Share count -3.7% YoY. Capital returned $11.8B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.8% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 4.0% | Good | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -3.7% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $11.8B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.6% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 8.4% | Top 25% | 2.6x above |
| Gross Margin | 37.6% | Bottom 50% | 1.0x below |
| Operating Margin | 18.4% | Top 25% | 4.4x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 7.9% | Bottom 50% | 0.7x below |
| P/E Ratio | 23.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DIS | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.6% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 6.8%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 8.4% | Adequate | Top 25% of sector (median: 3.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 37.6% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 41.8% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 23.8x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.1% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Walt Disney Co's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 8.6%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 9.3% with a improving trend. Sector median 6.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: What is Walt Disney Co's Free Cash Flow Margin?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) has a free cash flow margin of 8.4%, generating $8.3 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: What is Walt Disney Co's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) trades at a P/E ratio of 23.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.5x. FCF yield 4.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: Does Walt Disney Co pay a dividend?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.7%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 5.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: What is Walt Disney Co's revenue and earnings growth?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) grew revenue by 4.6% year-over-year. EPS -24.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: Is Walt Disney Co buying back stock?
Walt Disney Co (DIS) repurchased $8.2 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 4.0%. Share count -3.7% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Q: How does Walt Disney Co compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, Walt Disney Co (DIS) shows: ROIC 8.6%, sector median 6.8% (Top 50%). FCF margin 8.4%, sector median 3.2% (Top 25%). Gross margin 37.6%, 0.5pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Walt Disney Co?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Walt Disney Co (DIS) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-05.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-05. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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