Jack Dorsey Resignation Impact | Twtr stock & Square Stocks | Everything Money Financial Education | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Jack Dorsey has stepped down as the CEO of both Twitter and Square, raising questions about the future of these companies.

Key Insights

• 👨‍💼 Twitter's stock price has fallen despite significant revenue growth, highlighting the disconnect between business fundamentals and market valuation.
• 👶 Jack Dorsey's departure as CEO may bring new opportunities for both Twitter and Square, but the future leadership and direction of these companies remain uncertain.
• 🤨 Square has shown strong growth as a payment processing platform, but its valuation raises concerns about sustainability and profitability.
• 🥺 Overvaluation can lead to negative investment returns, even for companies with improving financial performance.
• 🍉 Investors should consider the long-term viability, profitability, and valuation of companies before making investment decisions.
• 🔨 The stock analyzer tool provided by EverythingMoney.com can help investors evaluate the potential returns and valuation of stocks like Twitter and Square.

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Questions & Answers

Q: How has Twitter's user growth changed over the past eight years?

From 2013 to now, Twitter's active user growth has only increased by 30%, which is significantly lower than expected.

Q: Why is Twitter struggling to make profits despite its revenue growth?

Twitter has faced challenges in monetizing its user base, leading to inconsistent profitability and reliance on issuing shares to fund losses.

Q: What is the market reaction to Jack Dorsey's departure as CEO?

Initially, there was a positive response with a stock price increase, but the long-term implications are uncertain, and investors remain cautious.

Q: What are the main concerns about Square's valuation?

Square's PE ratio and price-to-free cash flow ratios are significantly higher than industry standards, indicating overvaluation and potential risks for investors.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Twitter's IPO saw a 73% increase in day one, but the stock has fallen since then, despite a 10x increase in revenue over the past eight years.

• Twitter has struggled to make consistent profits, losing money in eight out of the last 10 years.

• Square, a popular payment processing platform, has also shown overvaluation, with a PE ratio of 696 and increasing shares outstanding and debt levels.