Motley Fool Money 2020 in Review: Best CEOs, Surprising Stocks, and Dumbest Investments
Dec 18, 2020
Matt Calkins, Founder and CEO of Appian, dives into the booming low-code software landscape, highlighting its transformative potential amidst tech challenges. The conversation explores the monumental Teladoc and Livongo merger and the surprising success of companies like DraftKings and Rollins during a turbulent year. Insights on philanthropic CEO leadership shine through, as they discuss why figures like Marc Benioff and Eric Yuan are celebrated. Calkins emphasizes the importance of customer value in this evolving tech space, making a case for the future of application development.
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Teladoc-Livongo Merger
- Jason Moser's non-pandemic business headline was the Teladoc and Livongo merger.
- This $18.5B deal creates a major player in the telehealth and internet of medical things space.
Hot IPO Market
- Ron Gross highlighted the return of blockbuster IPOs, with over 450 in 2020, doubling 2019's numbers.
- Healthcare, technology, and SPACs led the way, raising a record $149B, but valuations seemed stretched.
Dorsey's Benevolence
- Jason Moser gave his sportsmanship award to Jack Dorsey for his philanthropic efforts.
- Dorsey pledged $1B to COVID-19 relief and millions to universal basic income projects.