The Best One Yet đż âDonât Pick Dukeâ â March Madness investing advice. Googleâs biggest acquisition. Corporate Nickname Curse.
Mar 19, 2025
March Madness is more than just basketball; it teaches valuable investing lessons, particularly around avoiding hype like Duke's popularity. Google recently made headlines with a whopping $33 billion acquisition of Wiz, enriching its employees. Curious about corporate culture? Think nicknames can boost brands? Think againâsome can actually curse them! Meanwhile, millennials are turning to gig workers, paying $27/hr for line-waiting services to save time. These intriguing insights reflect the evolving landscape of business and consumer behavior.
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Avoid the Crowd in March Madness & Investing
- Don't pick the most popular March Madness team, like Duke, just because they're favored.
- Similar to investing, avoid the crowd and seek undervalued assets for better returns.
Google's Biggest Acquisition Ever
- Google's acquisition of Wiz for $33 billion is its largest ever, surpassing its next eight combined.
- Each Wiz employee receives $588,000 in retention bonuses if they stay with Google.
Wiz's Billion-Dollar Wait
- Just a year prior, Wiz rejected a $23 billion offer from Google, highlighting the potential for increased value over time.
- This deal's approval hinges on regulatory scrutiny due to Google's antitrust history and Trump administration policies.