BTIG's Greenfield Raises Doubts About Disney Growth

The video discusses the Walt Disney Company's stock and the future of ESPN, highlighting the challenges faced due to declining cable subscribers and the shift towards digital alternatives. Bob Iger's confidence in ESPN's future is contrasted with investor skepticism. The investment in BAM Tech is seen as a strategic move to enhance direct-to-consumer offerings. Despite revenue growth challenges, Disney aims to leverage digital distribution to offset subscriber losses. The video also covers Disney's growth projections for 2017 and 2018, emphasizing the impact of industry trends on cable television viewership.

What were Bob Iger's views on the future of ESPN as discussed in the text?

How did the subscriber numbers for ESPN change compared to the previous year?

What investment did Disney make to enhance its digital distribution capabilities?

What challenges does the Walt Disney Company face regarding ESPN's direct-to-consumer strategy?

What are the implications of the subscriber revenue trends for Disney's future performance?

How does the revenue growth from cable operators compare to the growth in programming costs?

What was the trend in cable subscriber losses mentioned in the text?