Walt Disney said it was not in any active discussions over the potential sale of ABC.

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Walt Disney Says Not in Talks to Sell ABC

And let's start with ABC. Does it seem like Disney is going to sell its broadcast network and good to see you and it does look like they'll be holding on to ABC for now. So in a statement yesterday, Disney acknowledged that it was open to considering a variety of strategic options for its linear businesses but said it's not an active talks to sell. The news network comes on the heels of a report from Bloomberg that stated the entertainment giant had initial talks to sell ABC and its affiliates to local broadcaster. Next star on Wednesday, a former next star executive and company advisor said that there would be little friction for next star to purchase ABC stations if they become available in July, Disney, Ceo Bob Iger said ABC quote may not be core to Disney's business strategy going forward as the company doubles down on streaming instead of traditional broadcast networks. And he's seeking strategic partners to launch ESPN as a stand alone service.