Why does this simplistic analysis permeate HN, of all places? There are certain technologies and trends whose full potential is not presently obvious, or reali

Why does this simplistic analysis permeate HN, of all places? There are certain technologies and trends whose full potential is not presently obvious, or realizable, and the ability to exercise that potential could be capped or cut short if investors force a near-term focus on profits. It's the same reason why we ideally teach children any number of skills which have no direct application to their future vocations. Future options are sometimes more desirable than current profits.