Bloomberg Intelligence BI Weekend: New Disney CEO, AMD, PayPal Earnings
Feb 6, 2026
Ken Shea, consumer products analyst who tracks PepsiCo and snack trends. Geetha Ranganathan, U.S. media analyst who covers Disney leadership and strategy. They discuss Disney’s parks-led succession and strategic shifts. They explore PepsiCo’s pricing moves, activist influence, and potential breakups. Short, sharp takes on corporate strategy and sector shakeups.
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Obesity Data Left Investors Wanting More
- Pfizer’s limited obesity data (12.3% weight loss at 28 weeks) disappointed investors due to missing nuance on tolerability and differentiation.
- The purchase of Mizarra and upcoming generics create pipeline pressure that requires clearer data and assets.
AI Hype Raised The Bar For AMD
- AMD’s quarter disappointed mainly because sky-high AI expectations amplified even modest misses.
- CPU progress remains strong, but meaningful server‑level GPU validation likely won’t arrive until late 2026.
Licenses, Not Policy, Slow China Shipments
- China export licenses vary by chip; some AI accelerators still await formal approvals despite policy signals.
- Licensing timing, not just policy, constrains shipments for newer server GPUs.