Disney’s Beating Continues
Disney may be the most widely written about public company over the last two weeks. Most of the coverage concerns its battle with Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis. Shareholders have a much larger problem, however.…
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Douglas A. McIntyre
Chick-fil-A Is America’s Favorite Fast Food
Chick-fil-A closed its first store last week. And it was named America’s favorite fast food in an annual poll conducted by Axios Harris. The first one didn’t matter, except symbolically. Traffic to the store…
The Cheapest New Car in America
Two notable things have happened in the car industry recently. The first is that the average car price in America rose above $40,000, driven by low supply and high demand. The other is that…
People Can’t Afford To Buy Houses Again
Housing demand surged during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. People fled large cities, as “work from home” allowed them to move to places where housing costs were lower and the quality of living…
Ford Flat as Tesla Surges
Elon Musk can be generous because he does not think generosity counts if Ford has too few EVs on the road for it to matter.
Gap Sales Drop Again
Investors became excited about Gap’s earnings because the retailer is in less trouble than a year ago. However, it is still in trouble.
The World’s Most Miserable Country
A recent analysis reveals the countries with the most miserable denizens.
America’s Most Respected Company
A recent analysis reveals which major American company has the best reputation.
Will AI Replace All McDonald’s Workers?
When tens of thousands of people lose their jobs at McDonald's, where will they go?
Peloton Is America’s Worst-Run Company
Peloton has flown into the side of a mountain. No rebranding or rethinking its business model will save it.
A Disney World Trip for $6,000
The cost to visit Disney World is outrageous, but Disney has built a brand that draws people anyway.
Everyone in This State Has a Job
Nebraska is a prime example of what the right mix of industries can do to take a jobless rate to record lows.
Social Security Could Be Wrecked by Debt Ceiling
The loss of income for many Social Security recipients represents one of the largest catastrophes for people who cannot afford shelter, food or clothing without these payments.
No One Wants to Buy a Buick
General Motors has a track record of closing brands. Buick may be next in line.
The Mayor of Detroit’s Clown Show
Detroit's mayor ought to move on from ranting about things that mean very little when his city continues to disintegrate.
This State Has the Highest Jobless Rate in America
A recent analysis reveals that the unemployment rate in Nevada is much higher than the national average.
Jeep’s Deep Problem
Jeep sales have been horrible this year. The company's best years may be behind it.
Post Office Is Spying On People
According to Wired, “The USPS carries out warrantless surveillance on thousands of parcels every year.” Several senators are upset and have started an investigation. The question is what the Postal Service gains. It only…
Everyone Shops at Walmart
Consumers with higher median incomes have turned to Walmart, which became more attractive because of inflation.
Disney Troubled Despite Changes
Disney’s stock is likely to lag the market for some time.