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So investors can count on Google to ax a product that's underperforming, but can't count on them to make competitive products, lasting brands or keeping loyal c
by forgetfulness 4y ago
So investors can count on Google to ax a product that's underperforming, but can't count on them to make competitive products, lasting brands or keeping loyal customers.
- djbusby 4y agoCorrect. The companies exist for the shareholders not the customers.
- runevault 4y agoBut in the long run they need those customers to generate shareholder value. If someone manages to end around them on online advertising Google could be in trouble. Big caveat being so long as they are part of the smartphone duopoly it gives them a pretty healthy moat.