Odd Lots The 10 Most Interesting Things We Learned on Odd Lots in 2024
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Dec 30, 2024 As 2024 wraps up, fascinating insights abound, from soaring chicken wing prices influenced by demand dynamics to the intricate world of private finance. The episode tackles medal fraud in healthcare, revealing costly repercussions of supportive provisions. Discover how Ukraine's Postal Service innovates under crisis conditions and the impact of passive investing on market pricing. There's also a look at fast-food pricing strategies and the complex nicotine industry, where counterfeit challenges meet regulatory dilemmas. It's a captivating reflection on the year's highlights!
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Price Pack Architecture
- McDonald's utilizes price pack architecture, adjusting prices based on factors like paydays and weather.
- Their app tracks user data, including spending habits, to predict purchase behavior and optimize pricing.
Medicare Fraud and Dialysis
- Kidney dialysis consumes a surprising 1% of the federal budget, creating opportunities for Medicare fraud.
- Exploiting loopholes, companies offer expensive ambulance rides, costing over $7 billion in 10 years.
Boeing's Stagnation
- Boeing hasn't designed a new aircraft from scratch in over 20 years and doesn't plan to for another 10.
- This 30-year gap raises concerns about the loss of engineering expertise and competitiveness.