Bob Iger: ESPN Growth Will Not Be as Robust as Once Was

The transcript discusses ESPN's growth, noting it will continue but not as robustly as before. The company is investing in other areas like Marvel, Pixar, and Shanghai Disneyland, which show promising growth. Over-the-top services are seen as a potential growth area, offering a better user experience with fewer channels at lower costs. The company had a remarkable quarter, with studios and parks showing significant growth.

What is the expected future growth trend for ESPN according to the transcript?

• It will decline significantly.

• It will continue to grow but not as robustly.

• It will grow more robustly than before.

• It will remain stagnant.

Which areas has the company invested in to drive future growth?

• Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars

• Technology and healthcare

• Automotive and agriculture

• Real estate and banking

What is the significance of Shanghai Disneyland in the company's growth strategy?

• It is a financial services center.

• It is a new technology hub.

• It is a major investment in the parks and resorts sector.

• It is a new broadcasting studio.

How might over-the-top services impact the company's growth?

• They will negatively impact the company.

• They will have no impact.

• They offer a potential positive impact but are uncertain.

• They will definitely replace ESPN's growth.

What record did the company's movie studio achieve?

• Largest number of theme parks opened

• Highest revenue in the automotive industry

• Highest operating income in a year for any studio

• Most new employees hired in a year