"Disney's Stock Surge: Earnings Beat, Dividend Hike, and Streaming Success"

Walt Disney's shares surged 11% after the company's quarterly report, which included a 50% increase in its dividend, signaling confidence in its transformation and improving financials. With adjusted earnings per share up and full-year earnings expected to increase, Disney's CEO and CFO expressed optimism about the company's future as a strong cash generator and earnings compounder. Additionally, Disney's board authorized $3 billion for share repurchases, highlighting management's confidence in its stock's long-term performance potential.