Walt Disney (DIS.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 20% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Walt Disney (DIS.US) – stock price at $104.03, October 2026
Walt Disney stock price – price development 2026. Updated Oct 7, 2026.
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Walt Disney Price Target 2026: Analysts See 22% Upside

The average price target for Walt Disney is $126.61. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 21.71% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Walt Disney overvalued or undervalued?

Walt Disney is currently undervalued with a gap of 21.7% relative to the price target.


The current price is $104.03, which places Walt Disney in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $113.95, and overvalued when the price exceeds $139.27.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Walt Disney, the fair value range lies between $113.95 and $139.27.


See the full price target analysis for Walt Disney →

Analyst Ratings for Walt Disney stock in 2026: Strong Buy

33 analysts cover Walt Disney. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 87.9% recommend buying. The average price target is $126.61, which gives an upside of 21.7% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.52/5)
Strong Buy
23 (69.7%)
Buy
6 (18.2%)
Hold
3 (9.1%)
Strong Sell
1 (3%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.52 out of 5 based on 33 analysts

About Walt Disney – Entertainment

Disney is a global entertainment company. It makes money mainly in two ways: through media (films, TV shows, and streaming) and through parks and experiences (theme parks, cruises, and merchandise).

Disney produces films and TV series through well-known studios such as Marvel, Pixar, and Lucasfilm. It shows this content on its own TV channels, including ABC and ESPN, and on streaming services such as Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The company also sells film and TV content to other companies.

Disney also runs theme parks, cruise ships, and sells merchandise (branded products like toys and clothing) based on its characters and stories.

Disney was founded in 1923. It operates in most parts of the world. Its business covers everything from making content to selling directly to consumers through parks and products.
Read more about the company

Key Figures for Walt Disney

$176B Market cap
$98.9B Revenue
Entertainment Industry
21.07 P/E
1.78 P/S
1.62 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Walt Disney?

Stable stock

Walt Disney is classified as a stable stock.

Score Overview for Walt Disney

💰 Value Score 69/100 (High)
⭐ Quality Score 68/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 66/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 67/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Walt Disney that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 48% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Walt Disney trades at a P/E ratio of 21.1, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 13.8 (34% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 1.8. The P/B ratio is 1.6. The PEG ratio is 3.37 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Walt Disney has a profit margin of 8.7% (moderate) and an operating margin of 19.3%. Return on equity (ROE) is 8.0%. Return on assets (ROA) is 4.8%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -48.3% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 7 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.60 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 90.1% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 1.14% — low, the market does not expect a decline.

Walt Disney Dividend 2026: 1.5% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Walt Disney

Dividend yield
1.48%
Latest dividend per share
0.75 USD
Payout ratio
23.6%
Low
Dividend growth (7 years)
-14.8%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
0.65 USD

When does Walt Disney pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
June 30, 2026
Latest payment date
July 22, 2026

How much does Walt Disney pay in dividends?

Walt Disney pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.75 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 1.48%. Over the last 7 years, the annual dividend has fallen by 14.8%.

The payout ratio is 23.6%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for Walt Disney

We have registered dividend payments for Walt Disney since Dec 13, 2019. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 5 times, most recently on Jun 30, 2026. This stock qualifies as a sporadic dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 3 years. That makes it interesting for investors looking for occasional dividend income.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrency
2026-06-302026-07-220.75USD
2025-12-152026-01-150.75USD
2024-07-082024-07-250.45USD
2023-12-082024-01-100.30USD
2019-12-132020-01-160.88USD

Insider Trading in Walt Disney 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Walt Disney have made 20 transactions – split into 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, insiders took $88,573,896 out of the stock. Active insiders include Chang Amy, GORMAN JAMES P, MCDONALD CALVIN and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 3 sales. A net $1,532,157 out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net $88,573,896 out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Chang Amy bought 916 shares at $107.85 each on 2026-02-12. The stock has since fallen 3.5%.

Latest sale: WOODFORD BRENT sold 3,618 shares at $107.13 each on 2026-09-01.

Who is buying: Chang Amy, GORMAN JAMES P, MCDONALD CALVIN.

Who is selling: WOODFORD BRENT, Roeder Paul M, Coleman Sonia L, Brent Woodford, Robert A Iger and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Walt Disney (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Walt Disney. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-09-01 WOODFORD BRENT Sell 3,618 107 387,596
2026-08-19 Roeder Paul M Sell 3,596 106 382,327
2026-08-14 WOODFORD BRENT Sell 7,238 105 762,234
2026-02-12 Chang Amy Buy 916 108 98,791
2026-01-22 Coleman Sonia L Sell 2,473 114 281,922
2025-12-24 Coleman Sonia L Sell 2,431 114 277,134
2025-12-12 GORMAN JAMES P Buy 18,000 112 2,014,020
2025-08-25 Coleman Sonia L Sell 1,971 119 233,701
2025-05-13 WOODFORD BRENT Sell 1,000 111 110,850
2025-05-13 Brent Woodford Sell 1,000 111 110,840

Who is buying and selling Walt Disney shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Walt Disney: Chang Amy, GORMAN JAMES P, MCDONALD CALVIN. In total, $3,112,776 was bought across 3 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: WOODFORD BRENT, Roeder Paul M, Coleman Sonia L, Brent Woodford, Robert A Iger and others. In total, $91,686,672 was sold across 17 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Walt Disney Short Selling 2026: 1.1% Sold Short

Low short interest: 1.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
1.1%
Assessment
Low short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month

Short interest over time: Walt Disney

0.0%0.9%1.8%
5/307/309/29
1.1% today (low)Essentially unchanged over the last 30 daysMeasured over 122 days
What does the trend tell you?
Short interest in Walt Disney has been fairly stable at 1.1% over the period. Neither many new short sellers have arrived nor many positions been closed.

What matters is when the curve starts to move. This is how shorting works: whoever shorts has borrowed the share and sold it, and to close the position again they must buy the share back. When short interest falls, shares are being bought back. So it is worth watching the trend, not just today's number.
The stock has a low share of short selling. Less than 2% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to limited bearish sentiment.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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1.1%

When Does Walt Disney Report Earnings – Next Date: Nov 12, 2026

The next earnings report from Walt Disney is scheduled for November 12, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Walt Disney 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 7, 2026.

Technical analysis of Walt Disney (DIS.US) – RSI 48, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart October 2026
Walt Disney technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Oct 7, 2026.

Trend Analysis of The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $104.03 is 0.8% below the 20-day average ($104.84). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 0.6% below the 50-day average ($104.62). Long term, the stock is 0.7% above the 200-day average ($103.26), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (104.62) is above the 200-day average (103.26), which is a classic bullish signal for The Walt Disney Company.

Is The Walt Disney Company overbought or oversold?

The Walt Disney Company has an RSI of 48.2, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for The Walt Disney Company

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.454), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-0.168) by 0.286, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.588), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-0.105) by 0.693, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Short-term momentum is still falling – a deeper pullback is possible.

Risk Profile for The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company has an annual standard deviation of 26.9%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for The Walt Disney Company

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.454). Weekly bullish (0.588).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 48.2 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walt Disney stock in 2026

Should you buy Walt Disney stock now?
The technical signal for Walt Disney is currently Hold. Walt Disney trades at $104.03 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.454 with falling momentum (signal: -0.168); RSI is at 48.2 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $126.61 points to 21.7% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Walt Disney stock?
The average analyst price target for Walt Disney is $126.61. The current price is $104.03, which gives an upside of 21.7%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $113.95 and $139.27.
Is Walt Disney a dividend stock?
Yes, Walt Disney is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.48%. The latest dividend was $0.75 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Jun 30, 2026. The payout ratio is 23.6%, which is considered sustainable.
When does Walt Disney pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Walt Disney has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Jun 30, 2026. The latest dividend was $0.75 per share with an ex-dividend date of Jun 30, 2026. The dividend yield is 1.48%. The payout ratio of 23.6% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Walt Disney stock?
Walt Disney is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 26.9%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is Walt Disney overvalued?
No, Walt Disney is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (21.7% upside). Walt Disney has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 21.1 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 1.8, a P/B ratio of 1.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 21.7%.
Is Walt Disney overbought?
No, Walt Disney is not overbought. RSI is at 48.2 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 48.2 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.8% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Walt Disney earnings report?
Walt Disney reports its next earnings on November 12, 2026. The stock currently trades at $104.03. With a P/E ratio of 21.1, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Walt Disney shorted?
Yes, Walt Disney is shorted with 1.1% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Walt Disney stock?
No, insiders are not buying Walt Disney shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 3 sales. On a net basis, 1,532,157 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 88,573,896 $ sold. Active sellers include WOODFORD BRENT, Roeder Paul M, Coleman Sonia L and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Walt Disney a good stock?
Based on our total score, Walt Disney is rated as a good stock with a total score of 67 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 69/100, Quality: 68/100, Momentum: 66/100. In addition: analysts see 21.7% upside to the price target; a dividend of 1.48%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Walt Disney is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Walt Disney stock?
The outlook for Walt Disney based on current data: the average analyst price target is $126.61 (+21.7%); the next earnings report is due on Nov 12, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 21.1 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Walt Disney stock moving?
Walt Disney is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Walt Disney go?
The average analyst price target for Walt Disney is $126.61, which corresponds to a potential gain of 21.7% from the current price of $104.03. The stock has traded between $91.49 and $115.42 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Walt Disney fall?
The stock has traded as low as $91.49 over the last 52 weeks — that is 12.1% below the current price of $104.03. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 20.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±26.9% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Walt Disney do?
Disney is a global entertainment company. It makes money mainly in two ways: through media (films, TV shows, and streaming) and through parks and experiences (theme parks, cruises, and merchandise). Disney produces films and TV series through well-known studios such as Marvel... The company belongs to the Communication Services sector, more specifically the Entertainment industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Walt Disney as an investment.
Did Walt Disney raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Walt Disney. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Walt Disney making money or losing money?
Yes, Walt Disney is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 8.7% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 19.3%. At a P/E ratio of 21.1, you currently pay 21.1 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Walt Disney go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Walt Disney is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.60 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 90% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Walt Disney have a lot of debt?
Walt Disney has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 90%. For the communication services sector, 80-150% counts as a typical level. Telecom and media companies invest moderately in infrastructure — 80-150% is a typical level. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Walt Disney service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 24.1x, and net debt equals 2.0 years of earnings (EBITDA).

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