Motley Fool Money Video Stars, Academy Awards, and 1 Sleepy IPO
Feb 7, 2020
Nell Minow, a corporate governance expert and film critic, dives into the intersection of business and Hollywood. She discusses the increasing importance of diversity in corporate boardrooms. Minow also shares her predictions for the Academy Awards, highlighting significant contenders and the evolving landscape of film marketing. The conversation balances insights on corporate strategies with the excitement surrounding Oscar nominees, showcasing how entertainment and finance often collide.
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Alphabet's Transparency
- Alphabet revealed YouTube and Google Cloud revenues for the first time, indicating they won't spin them off.
- This transparency offsets scrutiny on their "Other Bets" segment losses.
Disney+ Growth
- Disney+ reached 28.6 million subscribers in just three months, outpacing Netflix's early growth.
- This success is driven by low pricing, brand strength, and diverse content offerings like Baby Yoda.
Pinterest's Performance
- Pinterest's Q4 profits exceeded expectations, driven by 46% revenue growth and international expansion.
- However, they need to improve international user monetization to maintain growth.