Disney Shares Sold by Investment Firm

Hanson & Doremus Investment Management reduces stake in entertainment giant

Apr. 4, 2026 at 11:21am

Hanson & Doremus Investment Management, a financial services firm, has lowered its position in shares of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) by 28.5% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm now owns 15,048 shares of the entertainment giant's stock, valued at $1.7 million.

Why it matters

This move by Hanson & Doremus Investment Management reflects broader trends in the investment landscape, as institutional investors reevaluate their positions in major media and entertainment companies like Disney amid evolving industry dynamics and market conditions.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Hanson & Doremus Investment Management sold 5,984 shares of Disney stock during the fourth quarter. The firm's total holdings in Disney are now valued at $1.7 million. Other institutional investors have also made changes to their Disney positions, with some increasing their stakes and others, like Hanson & Doremus, reducing exposure.

  • Hanson & Doremus Investment Management lowered its Disney position during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Hanson & Doremus Investment Management

A financial services firm that has reduced its stake in The Walt Disney Company.

The Walt Disney Company

A diversified global entertainment and media conglomerate headquartered in Burbank, California.

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The takeaway

This move by Hanson & Doremus Investment Management reflects the broader shifts in investor sentiment towards major media companies like Disney, as the industry navigates evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics.