Why Discovery May Go Disney’s Way
Discovery (DISCA) is considering joining Walt Disney (DIS) in launching its own standalone direct-to-consumer streaming video service, its CEO, David Zaslav, hinted when he spoke at a recent industry event. In April, Disney launched a streaming service called ESPN Plus that’s aimed at sports fans. The company is also on track to launch another streaming service aimed at a broader audience next year to take on Netflix (NFLX).