Walt Disney's magical world of animation has come a long way over the last century, turning into a full-fledged multimedia juggernaut. Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) comprises theme parks, resorts, and cruises all over the world. In addition, the company is arguably the largest name in the film industry and is the home to popular franchises such as Marvel Studios and Pixar. 

While Disney is a market leader in the media landscape, the company certainly faces its share of challenges. The company's executive suite has recently experienced some turbulence as legendary former CEO Bob Iger took the reins again in late 2022 after his retirement in 2020. Disney recently reported its first-quarter fiscal 2023 earnings and investors already have a lot to unpack. Let's dig in.

From a macroeconomic standpoint, investors should keep in mind that inflation is beginning to cool down and the unemployment rate is declining. While these are typically signals of a healthy, improving economy, some corporations, particularly in Big Tech, are making some interesting moves.

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