GameStop is an American video gaming retailer that’s been publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange since February 2002. It’s a company that’s suffered hard times of late, with the pandemic leaving the corporation particularly weak in the stock market. Prominent hedge fund, Melvin Capital, along with many other institutional investors, forecast that the price of GameStop’s share price would continue to plummet. Subsequently, these multi-billion-dollar hedge funds opted to try and “short” the price of GameStop, which means betting against the price moving up. In fact, many of these hedge funds had billions of dollars tied up in…
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With aging baby boomers and spiking health concerns, the healthcare sector is expanding rapidly. It has become the fastest-growing industry for job seekers since job roles are no longer limited to nurses and doctors. Hence, even if you don’t have any interest in inpatient care, you can still have a thriving career in the healthcare field. As hospitals and healthcare institutes need people at the managerial levels, consider becoming a healthcare administrator. Otherwise, if you have a detail-oriented mind with a keen interest in numbers, explore a medical billing and coding career. After all, the entire healthcare field is turning…
Pallet racking is the most effective way of creating dense storage space and using the existing warehouse space. However, it’s a costly investment, especially when you are buying a new one. So, if you have any budget constraints, you can go for used pallet racking systems. It is an excellent cost-saving option and gives the same results as a new pallet would provide. Used pallets are a great alternative for upgrading, renovating, or opening a new facility. But, before you head on to purchasing, keep a few things in mind. Mistakes To Avoid When Buying Used Pallet Racking Choosing the…
RO (Reverse Osmosis) has become synonymous with water purification in recent years. RO purifiers have been known to produce water of distilled-water quality, super-sterile, and super safe for consumption. Before we understand the pros and cons of using RO water purifiers, let’s understand the key terms to understand the RO process. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Primary sources for TDS in receiving waters are agricultural runoff and residential (urban) runoff, and water pollution discharge from industrial or sewage treatment plants. The most common chemical constituents are calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium, and their phosphates, nitrates, and chlorides. It is measured in ppm…
Metal roofs are gaining popularity in the United States because of their durability and beauty. They do cost more than some roofing materials, but they last a lot longer. So, if a person can afford to go for long-term cost effectiveness, a metal roof is a good choice. Whether a metal roof is right for your home depends on several factors, including your budget and the style of your home. How long will you be living in your home? If the family will be moving in a couple of years, the investment might not pay off. But a metal roof…
Metal roofs are gaining popularity in the United States because of their durability and beauty. They do cost more than some roofing materials, but they last a lot longer. So, if a person can afford to go for long-term cost effectiveness, a metal roof is a good choice. Whether a metal roof is right for your home depends on several factors, including your budget and the style of your home. How long will you be living in your home? If the family will be moving in a couple of years, the investment might not pay off. But a metal roof…
Modern technology is changing everything about how people live their lives, and reading is no exception. Over the past decade, the popularity of eBooks has been on the rise. Despite growing acceptance, there are still a surprising number of people who just flat-out refuse to try going digital. It isn’t just serious literature fans in love with the smell of old books who are holding out, either. Average people often claim that they just prefer regular books. The thing is, most of the people who claim to be adamantly against eBooks have never given them a fair try. Read on…
The internet has changed almost every aspect of modern life, including how the average consumer chooses to place orders and do business. These days, brick-and-mortar stores are being replaced by eCommerce websites at ever-increasing rates. The opportunities presented by eCommerce has created a lot of competition in this nascent field, though. Entrepreneurs who want to get the upper hand often need specialized help. That’s where eCommerce consulting comes in. Before setting up an online storefront and ordering inventory, read on to find out about a few of the benefits of hiring an eCommerce consultant. Save Time and Money Conventional business…
The idea of remodeling a bathroom may sound great to some homeowners, but others will find that the price tag alone is enough to put them off the project indefinitely. Thankfully, there’s plenty of comfortable middle ground between going all-out with a complete remodel and continuing to live in the past. Read on to find some easy, affordable tips for how to improve the appearance of an aging bathroom without investing in a full remodel. Hide the Clutter in Smaller Spaces Older bathrooms tend to be less spacious than their contemporary relatives in newly-built homes. When working with a smaller…
Modern, fully-integrated point of sale (POS) systems has only been around for a matter of years, but they’re already on track to universally replace antiquated tools like cash registers and hand-written receipts. When they were first introduced, modern POS systems were marketed primarily to large chains and corporations. Now, the technology is so affordable that even small businesses just getting off the ground can afford to invest in it. Small business owners have different needs than giant corporations, though. They have to find POS solutions that suit those needs without breaking the budget. Read on to find out what small…