Disney: Strong Earnings Should Power The Magical Kingdom Forward

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 14:50 EDT - Seeking Alpha

By Bret Jensen:Disney (DIS) just reported very strong earnings that exceeded expectations. It showed strong results across the board. Given its valuation and momentum, it looks like a great buy at this price level.Key data points from earnings report

Profits increased 30%
Disney continues to make strategic investments in the BRIC countries (Russia, China and India) that will drive future growth.
Operating income in Disney’s network division (ABC, ESPN, Disney channel) grew 20% on a 9% improvement in revenue
Operating income in Disney’s theme parks increased 33% on a 11% improvement in sales
Overall Disney beat earnings estimates by 4 cents a share.

Disney – “The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an entertainment company worldwide”. (Business description from Yahoo Finance).6 reasons DIS is a solid value at $35 a share:1. Disney’s growth prospects are undervalued. It has a five year projected PEG of just .92Complete Story »

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