Dr. John C. Malone Steps Down from WBD Board, Becomes Chair Emeritus

Apr 14, 2025

Dr. John C. Malone to step down from Warner Bros. Discovery's Board, transitioning to Chair Emeritus.
Analysts set an average target price of $12.98 for WBD, suggesting a potential upside of 62.89%.
Current brokerage recommendations rate WBD as "Outperform" with a score of 2.4.

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD, Financial) has announced a significant change in its leadership structure as Dr. John C. Malone will not be seeking re-election to the Board of Directors at the 2025 Annual Meeting. However, Dr. Malone's influence will remain integral to the company as he transitions to the role of Chair Emeritus, where he will continue to lend his strategic expertise.

Wall Street Analysts' Predictions

Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (WBD, Financial) has drawn considerable attention from Wall Street, with 24 analysts projecting a one-year price target for the stock. The average target price stands at $12.98, with expectations ranging from a high of $22.00 to a low of $7.00. This average target indicates a potential upside of 62.89% from the current share price of $7.97. Investors seeking more detailed estimates can refer to the Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (WBD) Forecast page.

Brokerage Firm Recommendations

The consensus among 28 brokerage firms is favorable for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (WBD, Financial), with an average recommendation rating of 2.4, reflecting an "Outperform" status on the rating scale. This scale ranges from 1, denoting a Strong Buy, to 5, indicating a Sell. Such a rating suggests confidence in WBD's potential for noteworthy performance.

GuruFocus Valuation Insights

According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (WBD, Financial) in a year is $10.41. This valuation suggests an upside of 30.61% from the current trading price of $7.97. The GF Value represents an estimate of the fair market value of the stock, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance forecasts. For more comprehensive data, visit the Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (WBD) Summary page.

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