Disney theme parks in the United States are set to introduce surge pricing in March, similar to Disneyland Paris, causing backlash from consumers who fear increased ticket prices. The new pricing plan will fluctuate based on demand, potentially leading to significant price variations.
Key Points
Surge pricing plan mirrors Disneyland Paris
Ticket prices will fluctuate in real-time based on demand
Early ticket buyers could benefit from bargain prices
Disney's stock expected to rebound with dynamic pricing
Executives worried about alienating middle-class customers
Pros
Potential for early ticket buyers to get bargain prices
May improve pricing yield and attendance trends for Disney
Expected positive impact on Disney's stock
Cons
Consumer backlash due to fear of increased prices
Concerns about alienating middle-class core customer base