Wednesday's Daily Pulse

› Disney reports record profit for its third quarter [Orlando Sentinel]
The billion-dollar MyMagic+ technology initiative should start making a positive impact on Walt Disney Co.'s bottom line in its current fourth quarter, company executives told analysts Tuesday as they reported record third-quarter earnings.

› Miami Beach hotels undergo multimillion-dollar renovations [South Florida Business Journal]
Renovations for two Miami Beach hotels will be unveiled in the coming months. Menin Hospitality, the company that operates the hotels, is also finalizing its design plans for the "revival" of Bentley South Beach.

› Crist lays out plan to aid middle class if elected [AP]
Former Gov. Charlie Crist laid out his plan to help the middle class by raising the minimum wage, increasing funds for public schools and expanding Medicaid.

› National Retail Properties' revenue, profit increase [Orlando Sentinel]
Orlando-based National Retail Properties' revenues and net earnings both increased in the second quarter, the real estate trust reported Tuesday.

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