At first I wondered what the headline had to actually do with the article, because though I enjoyed the article, it wasn't until nearly the end that the question of masks came up but I have to thoroughly disagree. Mark, you are clearly a stock market expert. But are you also a medical expert or epidemiologist? If not, what gives you the right to say masks don't work?
Tech is definitely overvalued with some sky-high valuations. A great example is #WeWork which is a real-estate company, but called themselves a tech company to get a higher valuation. $WE
Mish, I love your articles and greatly respect your opinions. You are completely right on point #1. But there's nothing wrong with taking this opportunity to "find something new." I know many people who often had wanted to learn new skills - programming skills, graphic design, a new language, trying to be published, learning to play a musical instrument, mastering a new piece of software etc. but never had the time to do so.
Of course not all of these would lead to paycheck down the line, but with so many being stuck at home, unable to work, but financially secure due to unemployment, it is a great time to learn new schools, many of which can be learned online.
Unfortunately, saying "fake news" for every article that disagrees with you is simply a copout and right out of Trump's playbook. It doesn't lead to intellectual debate or the arguing of merits, it just shuts the conversation down. It's the go to response when a person does not have a valid, facts based response.
Yes, plus not every startup is negatively impacted. Tech companies are doing great right now. What if you have a startup that will radically improve distance learning (something desperately needed at the moment), or be the next new and improved Zoom, or have a way to get groceries to those who need better than the existing methods. Lots of opportunities that could skyrocket in this environment.
I believe much of the difference comes from a unified message. When a country's medical professionals AND it's leaders show leadership and urge caution, people listen.
The US offer combating views with our leader (#Trump) making fun of those who wear masks, claiming they don't help, and "leads by example" by not wearing one. This confuses people and emboldens the slow witted individuals who still believe #COVID19 is no big deal.
Personally, I know of many restaurants and stores that have permanently shuttered due to COVID-19. And even in areas which aren't being locked down, many individuals will be too afraid to patron. So while malls will of course still be around after COVID-19, not all will weather the storm.
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At first I wondered what the headline had to actually do with the article, because though I enjoyed the article, it wasn't until nearly the end that the question of masks came up but I have to thoroughly disagree. Mark, you are clearly a stock market expert. But are you also a medical expert or epidemiologist? If not, what gives you the right to say masks don't work?
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Tech is definitely overvalued with some sky-high valuations. A great example is #WeWork which is a real-estate company, but called themselves a tech company to get a higher valuation. $WE
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Excellent, highly recommended.
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Mish, I love your articles and greatly respect your opinions. You are completely right on point #1. But there's nothing wrong with taking this opportunity to "find something new." I know many people who often had wanted to learn new skills - programming skills, graphic design, a new language, trying to be published, learning to play a musical instrument, mastering a new piece of software etc. but never had the time to do so.
Of course not all of these would lead to paycheck down the line, but with so many being stuck at home, unable to work, but financially secure due to unemployment, it is a great time to learn new schools, many of which can be learned online.
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Unfortunately, saying "fake news" for every article that disagrees with you is simply a copout and right out of Trump's playbook. It doesn't lead to intellectual debate or the arguing of merits, it just shuts the conversation down. It's the go to response when a person does not have a valid, facts based response.
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Yes, plus not every startup is negatively impacted. Tech companies are doing great right now. What if you have a startup that will radically improve distance learning (something desperately needed at the moment), or be the next new and improved Zoom, or have a way to get groceries to those who need better than the existing methods. Lots of opportunities that could skyrocket in this environment.
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Yes William, I was having the same thought.
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I believe much of the difference comes from a unified message. When a country's medical professionals AND it's leaders show leadership and urge caution, people listen.
The US offer combating views with our leader (#Trump) making fun of those who wear masks, claiming they don't help, and "leads by example" by not wearing one. This confuses people and emboldens the slow witted individuals who still believe #COVID19 is no big deal.
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Agreed. This chart is very telling:
edition.cnn.com/.../coronavirus
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Personally, I know of many restaurants and stores that have permanently shuttered due to COVID-19. And even in areas which aren't being locked down, many individuals will be too afraid to patron. So while malls will of course still be around after COVID-19, not all will weather the storm.