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Samantha Masunaga
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Entertainment Business Reporter, Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles
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By Samantha Masunaga Verified| Los Angeles Times Verified As trade tensions and tariff-fueled fears of a recession roil the economy, stock analysts warn that Walt Disney Co.’s theme parks could take a hit. Typically, amusement park attendance in the U.S. is tied to the health of the American economy. When people feel better about their financial situation, they’re more likely to spend on discretionary purchases, such as a Disney vacation, said Laurent Yoon, senior analyst at Bernstein.
By Samantha Masunaga Verified| The Brunswick News Verified By Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES - An age-old debate has roared back to the forefront in Hollywood. The so-called theatrical window has long been a hot topic for studios and movie theater owners. The discussion about how long a film is in movie theaters before it's available for home viewing ramped up during the pandemic, when some studios dramatically shortened their windows before releasing movies for video on-demand and streaming.
By Samantha Masunaga Verified| Los Angeles Times Verified As trade tensions and tariff-fueled fears of a recession roil the economy, stock analysts warn that Walt Disney Co.’s theme parks could take a hit. Typically, amusement park attendance in the U.S. is tied to the health of the American economy. When people feel better about their financial situation, they’re more likely to spend on discretionary purchases, such as a Disney vacation, said Laurent Yoon, senior analyst at Bernstein.
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Los Angeles Times
The Los Angeles Times is a historic daily newspaper founded in 1881. Originally known as the Los Angeles Daily Times, it has grown to become one of the most influential newspapers in the world. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, since 2018, it is the largest metropolitan newspaper in the U.S. and has a rich legacy of journalistic innovation. The Times offers daily print and digital news coverage, focusing on investigative journalism, politics, culture, and business. It has a notable history of innovations, including launching the first U.S. newspaper-owned radio station and pioneering airplane delivery of newspapers. The newspaper has transitioned to a digital-first approach, providing a comprehensive online platform with multimedia content and subscription options. The Los Angeles Times continues to play a significant role in shaping regional growth and has received numerous Pulitzer Prizes for its reporting.
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