Articles by tag: Q2
Deliveries saw a huge spike during the pandemic, with shoppers locked indoors and companies working harder than ever to accelerate ecommerce strategies to usher in a new era of doing business. Now, though, with reopening progressing, some of those elevated numbers are regressing to the mean — or worse. What does this mean for […]
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Amazon’s Q2 Online Sales Rise 16% to $53.1 Billion
On July 29, Amazon said it saw a 16% increase in online sales to $53.1 billion in 2021. Product sales and digital media products available in both a physical and digital format, such as books, videos, games, music and software all count as online sales. Subscription revenue for the company broke $7.9 billion, up 32% […]
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The Shortlist, August 7, 2019: Tariffs with a Side of Fries
It has been a tumultuous week in the stock markets with the announcement of a new 10% tariff on $300 million of Chinese goods slated to go into effect on September 1st. This is the first round of tariffs to target consumer goods, and retailers reeled accordingly. China responded to the tariffs by devaluing […]
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Tesla Does Not Bring the Energy In Second Quarter
Tesla Inc. stocked dipped this week upon the release of the company’s most recent quarterly earnings report. The car manufacturer did not meet analysts’ expectations despite a company-record 95,356 vehicle deliveries during the second quarter of 2019. According to Tesla’s SEC filing, the company produced an auto gross margin of approximately 19 percent, which is […]
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Power Over Ethernet Revolutionizes Home Automation by Simplifying Installations and Enhancing Connectivity.
Homes become increasingly connected and Power over Ethernet (PoE) emerges as a transformative technology in residential automation and entertainment systems. By allowing electrical power and data signals to travel over a single Ethernet cable, PoE offers a streamlined approach to powering devices like smart speakers, security systems, and lighting, all while reducing cable clutter. […]
A Notable Shift in the Extended Stay Hotels Market is Poised to See More Growth with A Few Key Changes
How can hotels adapt to the evolving demands of guests who seek more than just basic amenities during extended stays? While the hotel industry saw economic downturns in 2020 and 2021, many brands today are adapting to market changes in the extended-stay hotel segment. This segment, which also saw a decline, particularly saw a […]
Proactive Security Response: How Hexagon Enhances Safety, Cuts Losses & Minimizes Bad Press
In a world where every second counts during an incident, the ability to respond swiftly and effectively can make all the difference. A proactive security response is a necessity in high-stakes environments such as airports, where a delayed reaction to a security breach can lead to severe consequences, including substantial financial losses and negative […]
Healthcare-Focused High Schools Boost Career Mobility and Address Workforce Crises
In an innovative stride towards bridging the gap between education and career readiness, Bloomberg Philanthropies has initiated a pioneering project to integrate healthcare training within high school curricula across several American communities. This $250 million investment aims to cultivate a new generation of healthcare professionals by creating healthcare-focused high schools in collaboration with major healthcare […]