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“Sorry, Steve: Here’s Why Apple Stores Won’t Work”

Barry Ritholtz

This pronouncement motivated subsequent blog posts (notably in 2005 and 2021 ) and a full chapter in “ How Not to Invest.” Not just BusinessWeek, but many naysayers laughed off the inevitable failure of Apples push into retail. They are among the top-tier retailers and the fastest to reach a billion dollars in annual sales.

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Private Market Assets For The Masses

Global Finance

It used to be tough investing in private market assets. The development of open-ended, evergreen funds that allow investors to periodically redeem sharestypically, monthly or quarterlyand carry relatively low investment minimums have made private market investing accessible to just about everyone. Not anymore.

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Update on SAP AI Initiatives Going into 2025

Bramasol

AI-enabled predictive analytics to forecast financial trends and inventory requirements. Industry-specific AI models for sectors like retail, manufacturing, telco, and healthcare. Invest in Training and Change Management Employee Training: Educate your workforce on new AI tools and processes.

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Ripples in the Pond

Barry Ritholtz

I think about that calm pond this time of year when the annual Wall Street forecasts for markets and the economy get released. I think about this when I see the torrent of forecasts this time of year: Price targets for the S&P, inflation forecasts, and most LOL of all, NRF Black Friday retail predictions.

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Navigating the Seasonal Revenue Rollercoaster

CFO Plans

Unlock Strategic Financial Planning Tips to turn seasonal challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation in the hospitality and retail sectors. In the vibrant and dynamic worlds of hospitality and retail, businesses often find themselves on a thrilling rollercoaster of seasonal revenue fluctuations.

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Credit By Another Name

Global Finance

Many MSMEs in sectors like retail, manufacturing and technology have become early adopters of B2B BNPL, according to Arjun Singh, partner and global head of fintech, financial services practice at Arthur D. Little: B2B BNPL has become a must-have not only in retail but across various sectors. Arjun Singh, Arthur D.

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Networking for Financial Leaders, Building Relationships That Matter 

CFO Talks

Whether its finding a mentor, exploring new investment strategies, or connecting with peers to exchange ideas, having a clear purpose ensures your efforts are focused and meaningful. During the conversation, they were introduced to a treasury expert who had successfully implemented dynamic cash flow forecasting tools.

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