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List of acquisitions by Disney

List of acquisitions by Disney

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The Walt Disney Company was founded in 1923 and since 1996 has acquired many properties to increase its size in the media industry. The table shows the most substantial and important acquisitions that Disney has made over the years.

Acquisitions

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