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Disney Star sports biz loss up at $342m in Oct-Mar period

SportzPower Team
May 08, 2024 18:05

Disney Star's sports-related operational loss reportedly grew by 50% to $342 million for the six months ended March 30, up from $228m in the same period in the previous fiscal.

During the time under examination, the Walt Disney-owned company's operating revenue from sports increased by 40% to $504m, while operating expenses increased by 51% to $786m, per media reports.

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