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Amazon Hopes to Dominate the World of Streaming Ads

 https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-hopes-to-dominate-the-world-of-streaming-ads-it-faces-some-challenges-along-the-way-7176a7a2?page=1 This article revolves around Amazon Prime Video's ambitious entry into the U.S. streaming television market. With ad revenue exceeding $12 billion in Q3, Amazon aims to generate $5.2 billion in additional annual revenue through Prime Video ad sales and a $2.99 monthly ad-free subscription. Challenges include competition from established streaming platforms, convincing no endemic brands to advertise, and addressing concerns about the dilution of brand value for advertisers in categories like fashion and beauty. Utilizing Ad Revenue Dominance: Amazon leverages its position as the world's third-largest digital ad seller, with ad revenue exceeding $12 billion in Q3. This revenue is expected to increase by $5.2 billion annually through Prime Video ad sales and a $2.99 monthly ad-free subscription, highlighting the company's commitment to mon

What to Expect From Inflation in 2024

This Week, I am sharing my understanding of this article I read on WSJ   https://www.wsj.com/podcasts/your-money-matters/what-to-expect-from-inflation-in-2024/9b9ed9e8-d56f-4fdc-86ae-1aaac0ca96ef?page=1 This Article talks about Inflation and Disinflation. Why do consumers still feel like the prices of goods purchased are high despite price drops? Inflation refers to the general increase in the price level of goods and services in an economy over time. The same amount of cash may now purchase fewer products and services than it did before inflation. In simpler terms, inflation reduces the value of money that could be spent which is where the supplier power seems effective. It was clear how one of the Demand Shifters ( Expectations ) came into play in the increase of gas prices. It was said that the price of Gas went significantly high because there was fear that there would be a disruption in supplies because of Russia's war in Ukraine in 2022, causing consumers to demand more and s

Unethical Business Behavior

  https://www.wsj.com/business/elon-musk-illegal-drugs-e826a9e1?page=1 Elon Musk ,as a leader of a successful and thriving establishment; Tesla and Space X, have been seen at events and parties where he has reportedly to be using several kinds of hard drugs not considering his global status and it affects the brand he represents. Additionally, it was gathered that the directors of his companies also who also doubles as his friends are always seen together at places where illegal drugs are freely distributed. According to Tesla code of conduct, it is prohibited for all employees, including the executives, to use drugs within the workplace or even out of the office, However, based on this article, it seems as though the frontrunners of Tesla clearly violates the rules. Investors have often turned a blind eye to concerns about Musk, including his drug use, especially when Tesla is doing well, investors and people close to the board. Rice, the director who didn’t stand for re-electio