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This shifting focus has resulted in significant economic repercussions. Shareholders and industry analysts point to lost revenue opportunities, arguing that the franchise's decline stems from a failure to capitalize on its original demographic. As one industry observer noted, "the economic opportunity cost of turning Star Wars into a girls' brand might be in the billions." Such strategic missteps not only frustrate die-hard fans but also undermine Disney’s overall financial performance regarding these IPs.