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While Disney officially extended Bob Iger’s contract through 2026, reports clarify that he is effectively committed to leading Disney until 2031. Iger, who returned as CEO amid challenging financial circumstances, now faces the daunting task of steering a company that is increasingly divesting from traditional media assets. His earlier efforts to build Disney into a global powerhouse—acquiring Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm—are now giving way to a more cautious approach centered on monetization and core assets.