Description: Squarespace founder Anthony Casalena didn’t necessarily know he wanted to start a business, but he did have a clear concept of what he wanted. “I was trying to make my personal website and I wasn’t satisfied with any of the existing services†said Casalena in interview, “I had a very clear concept of what… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Cash Flow
Profits aren’t the only consideration for newspapers
Description: It might make sense for some newspapers in some cities to quickly switch to digital. It doesn’t make sense in New Orleans. Source: Fortune.com Date: Jun 07, 2012 Link: http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2012/06/07/profits-arent-the-only-consideration-for-newspapers/?iid=SF_F_River Questions for Discussions: Describe the financial scenario facing the newspaper business. What steps would you advise financial managers of these businesses take?
Cash flow king for small business owners
Description:Â Â Seventy-six per cent of small business owners believe effective cash-flow management is fundamental to the success of their businesses, with 72 per cent reporting that they currently manage cash flow well, a study released today from the American Express Small Business Monitor reveals. Source:Â GlobeandMail.com Date: 04/10/2012 Link:Â http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/sb-tools/small-business-briefing/cash-flow-king-for-small-business-owners/article2396272/ Questions for discussion: What… Read more »
Web surfers to pay online using Facebook, Twitter
Description:Â Â A one-click online payment system using Facebook and Twitter that could boost Internet sales for newspapers, music vendors and other low-priced goods and services is being tested by a major European media company, according to its developer. Source:Â Reuters.com Date: 04/02/2012 Link:Â http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/04/02/paycento-internet-idUSL6E8F22AW20120402 Questions for discussion: Do you think this sort of micro-payments system,… Read more »
Best Buy’s moves meet with investor skepticism
Description: Best Buy Co., the largest U.S. electronics chain, swung to a fourth-quarter loss, hurt by charges and lower sales of notebook computers and televisions. Source: Marketwatch.com Date: 03/30/2012 Link: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/best-buy-swings-to-loss-to-shut-50-stores-2012-03-29?siteid=nwtwk Questions for discussion: Summarize the reasons for Best Buy’s financial problems. Do you think they can be resolved easily? What are the arguments for… Read more »
Kingfisher Air Shunned as Cash Crunch Disrupts India Flights
Description: Anurag Chadha had one thing to say after flight disruptions at billionaire Vijay Mallya’s Kingfisher Airlines Ltd. (KAIR) curtailed his holiday plans. Source: Bloomberg.com Date: 03/09/2012 Link: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-03-09/kingfisher-air-passenger-says-never-again-as-cash-crunch-disrupts-flights.html Questions for discussion: What are the reasons for this firm’s cash flow problems? What are the consequences? How typical is this scenario for other firms dependent… Read more »
For Small Theaters, the Digital Future Is Dark
Description:Â Independent movie houses scramble to pay for expensive new gear Source: Businessweek.com Date: 02/17/2012 Link:Â http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/for-small-theaters-the-digital-future-is-dark-02162012.html Questions for discussion: Explain the problems and solutions being presented for these small businesses. Do you think they will be successful? Are there alternative financial strategies?
Why Toxic Debt Looks a Lot Less Toxic
Description:Â Goldman Sachs and hedge funds are buying risky mortgages again Source: Businessweek.com Date: 02/16/2012 Link:Â http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/why-toxic-debt-looks-a-lot-less-toxic-02162012.html Questions for discussion: What has changed? Do you agree with this assessment?
Green Mountain Coffee’s new Vue
Description:Â Green Mountain Coffee Roasters has unveiled a new brewing system to build on the popularity of its K-cup line, which may face competition after two key patents expire in September. Source: CNNMoney.com Date: 02/16/2012 Link:Â http://money.cnn.com/2012/02/15/markets/green_mountain_coffee/index.htm Questions for discussion: How does the firm generate revenue? Is this business model sound? What risks are there… Read more »
Jay Bryan: Investing risk hides where you least expect
Description: Bonds riskier than stocks? Surely that’s crazy talk. It turns upside-down what seems to be a fundamental rule of investing. Source: MontrealGazette.com Date: 02/11/2012 Link: http://www.montrealgazette.com/business/Bryan+Investing+risk+hides+where+least+expect/6147612/story.html#ixzz1meczIACn Questions for discussion: What are the key points made in this report? Do you agree with the assessments presented?
