The Reasons and Consequences of Disney's Acquisition of Marvel
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Abstract
The buyout of Marvel Entertainment by The Walt Disney Company in 2009 can be considered an important occurrence in the entertainment industry as it redefined the possibilities for content producers and consumers. This research uses the qualitative analysis method to discuss the key strategic motives for the merger and possible financial consequences and issues concerning the incorporation of Marvel IPs into Disney’s vast library. Thus, the analysis is centered on the Disney’s motivation to acquire Marvel, the financial implications of this integration and the brand influence in terms of culture. The study helps to explain large scale mergers and acquisitions of corporations and their impact on the entertainment business. Thus, the paper is relevant because it provides a historical analysis of the Disney-Marvel merger and considers possible future developments on the topic. The research provides information on the significance of integration and gives recommendations for policies to the investors and the heads of industries.
Keywords
Disney Acquisition, Marvel Entertainment, Strategic Merger, Entertainment Industry, Intellectual Property Integration.
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Wang,Y. (2024). The Reasons and Consequences of Disney's Acquisition of Marvel. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,115,134-138.
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