Walt Disney Co (DIS) Stock Could Fall To Sub $100 Levels Once More

Published on January 12, 2017 at 11:04 am by Amigobulls in News, Stock Analysis

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Disney’s Valuation Has Come Back In Line With its Historical Numbers

In terms of the company’s valuation, the stock is currently trading at an earnings multiple of 18.95 which is slightly below the company’s 5 year average of 19.6, but above its 10 year average of 17.7. So on a historical basis, the share price of around $108 looks fairly valued here. The company is still expected to grow its top line by 4% in fiscal 2017 which CEO Bob Iger calls an anomaly. In 2018, the studio division is expected to add to sales meaningfully, especially, Marvel which is projected to come out with four superhero films in fiscal 2018.

The question that remains is how much future growth is priced into the stock at present. I believe there is a lot and although Disney has strong competitive advantages, its media networks segment still hasn’t convinced the market about its long-term growth aspirations. Furthermore, revenues for Disney’s resorts and studios segments remain at risk if disposable income levels decrease through persistent rising interest rates.

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Selling Covered Calls (12 Months Out) Has The Potential To Quadruple Annual Income

I believe the best course of action for investors at present would be to take some profits off the table or sell some covered call premium to enhance the dividend yield. For example (with Disney paying a paltry 1.46% yield), one could sell the Jan 2017-$115 call for $540. Assuming we are talking about 100 shares and $115 was not breached by this time next year, the investor’s income would rise to ( $154 – dividend payouts + $540 – covered call premium = $694 ). This (based on January 3, 2017, share price) gives the investor an annual yield of approximately 6.5% which is more than four times the present dividend yield. By adopting this strategy, one has to be prepared to lose their shares if that condition arises. However, you are getting paid to take out that contract and remember $115 is 8.5% above its January 3rd, 2017, share price. Food for thought, especially for income orientated investors.

Summary

To sum up, Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) stock has had an impressive run-up lately but I don’t see it lasting. The company’s valuation has come back to former levels and fiscal 2017 is expected to have muted growth at best. Furthermore, more risk has been added to the table in my opinion by really narrowing the audience of its upcoming films. Past success is not always an indicator of future growth. I believe you will see Disney sub $100 once more.

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