Monthly Archives: September 2014

Lululemon is no longer a downward dog

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Description: Is the worst over for yoga apparel maker lululemon after its sheer pants debacle? Perhaps. The stock is up on solid results, but the company faces tough competition from Under Armour, Nike and Athleta. Source: CNNMoney.com – video report Date: Sep 11, 2014 Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/investing/2014/09/11/investing-the-buzz-lululemon-athletica-chip-wilson-nike-under-armour-gap.cnnmoney/ Questions for Discussions: Do you think the worst is… Read more »

A deep look at poverty in Asia

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Description: Interview with Shang Jin Wei, Chief economist with Asia Development Bank. Source: BNN.ca – video report Date: Sep 11, 2014 Link: http://www.bnn.ca/Video/player.aspx?vid=438737 Questions for Discussions: Describe the level of poverty discussed in this report. How are governments and businesses dealing with the need to generate wealth? Do you think globally operating businesses are unethical… Read more »

Apple Watch steals show from iPhone 6, iPhone 6S in major product blitz

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Description: Apple Inc., which moved the personal computer from a desk to the pocket through the iPhone, now wants to put a gadget on people’s wrists. Source: FinancialPost.com – video report Date: Sep 08, 2014 Link: http://business.financialpost.com/2014/09/09/apple-watch-iphone-6-iphone-6-plus/?__lsa=3c48-d633 Questions for Discussions: What is your impression of the new product features introduced by Apple? Do you think… Read more »

Food trucks and college business majors: A most delicious match

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Description: Entrepreneurial undergraduate business students across the country are increasingly trying to break into the crowded market, whipping up cheesy potato latke sandwiches, waffles, burgers, and everything in between. Source: Fortune.com Date: Sep 10, 2014 Link: http://fortune.com/2014/09/10/food-truck-business-majors/ Questions for Discussions: Why do you suppose these entrepreneurs chose their respective businesses? Which business seems to be… Read more »

The Real Reason Jobs Are So Slow to Come Back

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Description: It’s not tax rates, or too much regulation, or college kids majoring in art history instead of computer science. This is a global slowdown. Source: Money.com Date: Sep 12, 2014 Link: http://time.com/money/3327031/jobs-growth-global/ Questions for Discussions: What does the article say about the reasons for slow growth in business and employment opportunities? Do you agree… Read more »

CVS CEO: Tobacco an obstacle to health care

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Description: Newly re-branded as CVS Health, the pharmacy chain has rid its shelves of tobacco products. Cristina Alesci talks with CEO Larry Merlo. Source: CNNMoney.com – video report Date: Sep 03, 2014 Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/news/2014/09/03/cvs-ceo-on-tobacco-free-stores.cnnmoney/index.html Questions for Discussions: Is this decision by CVS an example of good corporate social responsibility? How can CVS expand its consumer… Read more »

AES powering the world

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Description: Interview with CEO Andres Gluski and perspectives on the electricity generating business around the word. Source: BNN.ca – video report Date: Aug 21, 2014 Link: http://www.bnn.ca/Video/player.aspx?vid=429528 Questions for Discussions: Summarize the electricity generating business as described by Andres Gluski. Has the firm performed well from an investor’s point of view? What risks are associated… Read more »

Lego’s domination, brick by brick

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Description: Lego’s Chief Financial Officer explains how movie franchises and new markets have helped Lego become the world’s biggest toymaker. Source: CNNMoney.com – video report Date: Sep 04, 2014 Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/news/2014/09/04/lego-world-dominatin-brick-by-brick.cnnmoney/index.html Questions for Discussions: How is Lego able to leverage itself as a global toy maker? Where is the growth for this firm? Should Lego… Read more »

Starbucks to test new store designs

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Description: Starbucks announced it will introduce two types of retail locations. An upscale roastery and tasting room for its rare Starbucks Reserve line, and smaller, alternative stores for speed and convenience. Source: Fortune.com – video report Date: Sep 05, 2014 Link: http://for.tn/WmfXTc Questions for Discussions: Describe and explain Starbucks’ new strategies. Do you think they… Read more »

Have We Reached Peak Burger?

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Description: For most of its history, the fast-food business in the U.S. has been characterized by rapid and dependable growth. Source: Businessweek.com Date: Sep 04, 2014 Link: http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2014-09-04/fast-food-chains-growth-in-u-dot-s-dot-may-have-peaked#r=hpt-tout Questions for Discussions: What does the article say about trends in the industry? Do you agree? How should management respond?