Motley Fool Money Musk/Twitter Back On?
Oct 5, 2022
Bill Mann, a senior analyst at Motley Fool, shares his insights on the economic landscape, emphasizing his belief that the Elon Musk/Twitter deal is likely to go through, and warns that stagflation poses a significant threat. Meanwhile, Jim Gillies delves into Winmark, a small-cap franchisor of gently-used goods, revealing its robust business model and impressive dividend history. The conversation highlights how Winmark stands out against larger retailers, making it an intriguing option for value investors.
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Financing Uncertainty
- Elon Musk's agreement to buy Twitter is pending financing, causing skepticism.
- Despite being the world's richest man, he needs to secure capital to pay shareholders.
Investment Banks' Interest
- Investment banks are likely eager to finance the Twitter deal despite past issues with Musk.
- The potential for profit outweighs the risk for them.
Potential Deal Disruption
- Musk might be delaying the Twitter deal by feigning cooperation.
- There's a chance banks could back out due to bot concerns, which would be shocking.