Disney Stock (DIS) Surges This Week on $1B OpenAI Deal: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and Week-Ahead Catalysts (Updated Dec. 12, 2025)
Disney shares jumped nearly 6% this week, closing Friday at $111.60 after a late surge tied to AI news. The company announced a $1 billion investment and character licensing deal with OpenAI, allowing its IP in Sora video tools. Shares traded between $104.83 and $113.34. The agreement includes guardrails on character use and gives Disney access to OpenAI’s technology.