walt disney Quarter2002 3rd

The Walt Disney Company reported financial results for the quarter and nine months ended June 30, 2002. Revenues decreased 3% to $5.8 billion for the quarter, and segment operating income decreased 26% to $828 million. For the nine months, revenues decreased 4% to $18.7 billion and operating income decreased 32% to $2.3 billion. Earnings per share were $0.18 for the quarter and $0.52 for the nine months. Results were negatively impacted by softness in the travel industry and weak advertising markets. The Company expects earnings to be lower in the current fourth quarter compared to the prior year.