The Latest Breaking News from Bob Chapek

“We have to start chasing profitability,” the returning Disney CEO said.

Walt Disney Co.'s returning Chief Executive Bob Iger threw cold water on the idea of selling the company to Apple — or acquiring other major companies — during his highly anticipated Monday town hall for employees, according to attendees who were not authorized to comment.

CFOs are increasingly involved in leading transformational initiatives, experts say.

Should the returning CEO implement these ideas, maybe the studio can get rapidly back on track

After 40 years of researching leadership and discussions with Bob Iger and Bob Chapek, Yale's Jeff Sonnenfeld shares his thoughts on Disney's transition.

Five months ago, Bob Chapek seemed firmly in control.

Bob Iger's return to the Walt Disney Co. was greeted with glee by Wall Street and Hollywood's creative community. His 15-year tenure leading Disney — which included the landmark acquisitions of Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm and 21st Century Fox — made the industry believe he had an almost magic touch.

Should the returning CEO implement these ideas, maybe the studio can get rapidly back on track

Trouble had been brewing for months as CFO Christine McCarthy and other senior figures campaigned with the Disney board to force Chapek out.