Walt Disney (DIS) shares climbed 1.9% in early Friday trading following the company's announcement that it has appointed Josh D’Amaro as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective March 18. The entertainment giant also named Dana Walden as President and Chief Creative Officer. The leadership update comes as industry discussions regarding a potential spinoff of ESPN have resurfaced.
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