Posted 4/3/2024, 7:35:26 PM
Disney Board Retains Control After Shareholders Reject Activist Investor Nelson Peltz
- Shareholders side with Disney, allowing the incumbent board to retain their positions in proxy battle against activist investor Nelson Peltz
- Disney stock is trading lower on the news, down nearly 3% as investors digest what this means going forward
- Peltz says Trian will continue monitoring Disney's performance closely no matter the outcome
- Succession planning remains a priority for Disney's board after the failed leadership transition from Bob Iger to Bob Chapek
- Analysts believe the proxy fight increased pressure on Disney, contributing to recent strategic announcements and positive stock performance