In the 80s, some new laws fueled the emphasis on share price. Companies could buy back their own stock. Back options became a bigger part of executive compensation. IRAs and 401ks began to become more widely used by workers. And companies increasingly saw layoffs as a way to prop up share price.
After a particularly rough 2022, Target is getting back to basics.
(0:20) Matt Argersinger discusses: - Zoom Video's slowing revenue growth - How Zoom's brand gives it an advantage against bigger competitors - Target beating expectations with household items, groceries, and a better management of its inventory
(11:00) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp take a closer look at tech layoffs in 2023 and one company that's managed them well.
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Companies discussed: ZM, MSFT, GOOG, TGT, WMT, HD, AAPL
Host: Chris Hill Guests: Matt Argersinger, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Rick Engdahl
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