walt disney First Quarter2008

The Walt Disney Company reported financial results for its first fiscal quarter ended December 29, 2007. Diluted earnings per share were $0.63 compared to $0.79 in the prior year quarter. Revenue increased 9% to $10.5 billion driven by growth across all business segments. Media Networks revenue grew 10% and segment operating income increased 28% due to increases at cable networks and broadcasting. Parks and Resorts revenue increased 11% and segment operating income grew 25% due to increases at domestic and international parks. The Company repurchased $1 billion of its shares in the quarter and had $292 million remaining under its repurchase authorization.