Motley Fool Money Shrinkflation, Balance Sheet Strength, and VR's Potential in Healthcare
Jun 16, 2022
Join Jason Moser, a Motley Fool Senior Analyst, as he dives into the changing landscape of consumer behavior and corporate financial health. He discusses how the strength of a company's balance sheet is more critical than ever, especially as shrinkflation impacts pricing strategies. Sanmeet Deo brings insights into the revolutionary role of virtual reality in healthcare, including its applications in medical training and patient care. They also tiptoe around the competitive edge of a mid-cap company in a space dominated by tech giants.
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Balance Sheet Focus
- Consider a company's balance sheet strength when evaluating its prospects.
- Customer spending habits are shifting, making balance sheets more critical in uncertain economic times.
Shrinkflation Awareness
- Shrinkflation, reducing product size while maintaining price, is a pricing strategy.
- Consumers are becoming more aware of this tactic as companies try to manage costs.
Ice Cream Shrinkflation
- Chris Hill recalls a conversation with Charlie Travers about ice cream shrinkflation.
- Travers pointed out how ice cream containers subtly decreased from two quarts to one and a half.