Gun maker stocks fall after Dick’s Sporting Goods takes a stand

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Description: Smith & Wesson parent American Outdoor Brands stock falls to near 5-year low, Sturm, Ruger shares hit 3-year low Source: MarketWatch.com Date: Feb 28, 2018 Link: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/gun-maker-stocks-fall-after-dicks-sporting-goods-takes-a-stand-2018-02-28 Questions for discussion: What impact has Dick’s Sporting Goods decision had on investor’s thinking? Do you think other retailers will simply pick up more sales? How should… Read more »

Bit by Bit, Whole Foods Gets an Amazon Touch

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Description:  Some signs are subtle, like the “Whole Foods + Amazon” one near the bananas. Others are more obvious, like the kiosk with Amazon devices for sale. Source: NYTimes.com Date: Mar 1, 2018 Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/01/technology/bit-by-bit-whole-foods-gets-an-amazon-touch.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fbusiness&action=click&contentCollection=business&region=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=2&pgtype=sectionfront Questions for discussion: How has the transition strategy unfolded thus far? Do you think the firms are going about the… Read more »

Spotify IPO filing reveals how insanely complicated it is to license music rights

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Description: Spotify wants to sell stock to investors — but first it will need to convince them it’s worth buying in to the complex process of selling music. Source: CNBC.com Date: Feb 28, 2018 Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2018/02/28/how-spotify-licenses-and-pays-for-music-rights.html Questions for discussion: Do you think the way in which the firm pays for content will affect the way… Read more »

Snap CEO snags a $637 million bonus

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Description: CNBC’s Julia Boorstin reports on Snap CEO Evan Spiegel’s massive bonus following the company’s IPO last year. Snap CEO snags a $637 million bonus from CNBC. Source: CNBC.com – video report Date: Feb 23, 2018 Link: https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/02/23/snap-ceo-snags-a-637-million-bonus.html Questions for discussion: Why do you suppose investors would buy shares in a company in which they… Read more »

SPOS #606 – Become A Superconnector With Scott Gerber

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Description: Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation – The Mirum Podcast – Episode #606 – Host: Mitch Joel. Everywhere I look, I see the book Superconnector. Online, in bookstores at the airport. Source: Sixpixels.mirumagency.com Date: Feb 24, 2018 Link: http://sixpixels.mirumagency.com/podcast/archives/spos-606—become-a-superconnector-with-scott-gerber/ Questions for discussion: What is the key lesson you took away from this discussion? Why are relationships… Read more »

Inflation’s impact on retail

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Description: CNBC’s Courtney Reagan reports on the potential impact of inflation on the retail sector. Inflation’s impact on retail from CNBC. Source: CNBC.com – video report Date: Feb 15, 2018 Link: https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/02/14/inflations-impact-on-retail.html Questions for discussion: Why have retail prices risen, according to the report? Why is this a good thing for retailers and the economy?

4 lessons you can learn from the U.S. Olympic team

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Description: It might seem like you have little in common with the Olympians competing in the Winter Games this month. Source: MarketWatch.com Date: Feb 15, 2018 Link: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/4-lessons-you-can-learn-from-the-us-olympic-team-2018-02-15 Questions for discussion: What are the lessons you can learn, according to the article? Which do you think is the most difficult to learn?

As the Streaming Wars Heat Up, Ryan Murphy Cashes In

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Description:  The battle between the Hollywood establishment and the streaming-media giants has caused big changes in the entertainment industry in recent months, driving up the prices of major stars and series producers while leaving traditional companies in danger of losing relevance. Source: NYTimes.com Date: Feb 14, 2018 Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/14/business/media/streaming-wars-ryan-murphy.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fbusiness&action=click&contentCollection=business&region=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=sectionfront Questions for discussion: How has negotiations… Read more »

Opinion: If you’re freaking out about stocks, remember why you invested in the first place

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Description: Jeff Reeves lists nine reasons to stay in the stock market Source: MarketWatch.com Date: Feb 08, 2018 Link: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/if-youre-freaking-out-about-stocks-remember-why-you-invested-in-the-first-place-2018-02-08 Questions for discussion: What are the reasons given for staying in the stock market? Do you agree with this assessment?

Legendary investor Bill Miller on Dow’s 500 point sell-off

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Description: CNBC’s Brian Sullivan speaks with Bill Miller, Miller Value Partners, and Charles Ellis, Greenwich Associates, discuss the current global market environment. Legendary investor Bill Miller on Dow’s 500 point sell-off from CNBC. Source: CNBC.com – video report Date: Feb 02, 2018 Link: https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/02/02/bill-miller-sell-off-is-just-ebb-and-flow-of-the-market.html Questions for discussion: How would you characterize the reaction and explanation… Read more »