Analyst Reups Apple–Disney Tie-Up Idea as Reports Flag Up to 1,000 Disney Job Cuts

Reports point to back-office cuts with little effect on theme park visits.

Overview

Following Apple's CEO succession news this week, Needham analyst Laura Martin urged Apple to partner with or buy Disney.
Apple named hardware chief John Ternus as its next CEO, with Tim Cook set to become executive chairman on September 1.
Apple has made no offer for Disney, and coverage describes Martin's call as an outside recommendation rather than an active deal.
Variety reported Disney is preparing up to 1,000 layoffs that target marketing and other corporate roles, and the company has not confirmed the plan.
Other studios, including Sony Pictures Entertainment, have cut jobs as higher fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict and broader economic pressures squeeze media budgets.