September, 2014 // Posts published in September, 2014
September 2014 Trends Tracker
Click here to download the report (.pdf) Introduction Welcome to Blueshift Research’s and SurveyMonkey’s third edition of Trends Tracker. This survey tracks opinions and actions on roughly 20 of what we think are the most pressing issues affecting U.S. consumers and their choices, which in turn could influence business and investment theses. We monitor trends […]
Cardtronics Reaches Limit in U.S. But International Markets Still Open
Research Question: Will the possible loss of the 7-Eleven account, declining same-store sales and decelerating sector growth spell doom for Cardtronics? Or can it offset these issues through acquisitions and organic growth? Companies: C, CATM, DBD, FISV, MA, NCR, TYO:3382, TYO:8410, V By: Susan Jennings Click here to download the report (.pdf) Summary of Findings Given […]
SiriusXM Not Guaranteed a Dashboard Spot in Connected Cars
Research Question: Will the evolution of auto infotainment render players like SiriusXM obsolete in cars? Companies: AAPL, BBRY, CTTAY, DLPH, F, GM, GOOG/GOOGL, GRMN, HAR, IHRT, INTC, JCI, MENT, P, SIRI, T, TYO:6752, TYO:6816, VZ By: Chris Jenks Click here to download the report (.pdf) Summary of Findings Reliable connectivity is the top issue to […]
PVH Showing Potential for Calvin Klein Turnaround in Europe, Inconsistent in U.S.
Research Question: Can PVH’s strategies in Europe and the United States elevate consumer adoption of Calvin Klein to the level of its Tommy Hilfiger brand? Companies: M, PVH By: Reverdy Johnson Click here to download the report (.pdf) Summary of Findings PVH Corp.’s (PVH) strategy is taking shape in Europe, showing potential for a turnaround of […]
Potential Wireless Bonanza Pits Cell Against Mobile Wi-Fi in Connected Vehicles, IoT
Research Question: How are the prospects of connecting new vehicles and mobile devices to the nation’s wireless networks affecting broadband expansion plans heading into 2015? Companies: AKAM, CIEN, CMCSA, DDAIF, ETR:NSU, F, FB, GM, GOOG/GOOGL, LVLT, MSFT, P, RKUS, S, STO:ERIC-B, T, TMUS, TWC, TWTR, TYO:7203, VZ By: John Harington Click here to download the report (.pdf) […]
Iron Ore Facing Pricing and Demand Declines While Supply Builds
Research Question: Will iron ore prices continue to fall due to a current surplus brought on by slowing Chinese demand and miners’ increased capacity and production? Companies: ASX:AGO, ASX:BCI, ASX:FMG, BHP, CLF, LIM, LOND, MT, RIO, VALE By: David Franklin Click here to download the report (.pdf) Summary of Findings All sources expect iron ore prices […]
Men’s Wearhouse Whisper
Research Question: Will Men’s Wearhouse realize lower pricing, cost savings, and higher brand awareness with its acquisition of Jos. A. Bank? Companies Covered: Men’s Wearhouse (MW), Nordstrom (JWN), Kohl’s (KSS), Macy’s (M) Report Available: Nov. 6, 2014 Blueshift’s initial research shows MW beginning to makes post-merger changes with heavyweight growth and cost-savings strategies, however […]
Iron Mountain Whisper
Research Question: Can Iron Mountain continue its steady climb or will changes in usage of document storage services cause the company to tumble? Companies Covered: Iron Mountain (IRM), Cintas (CTAS) Report Available: Oct. 9, 2014 Blueshift’s initial research shows IRM making slight progress in its domestic growth and major progress in its international growth, […]
Big Hacks Forcing Major Shift in IT Security Thinking, Spending
Research Question: What effect will the spate of high-profile data network breaches have on security vendors and product development in the near and long term? Companies: CHKP, CSCO, FEYE, FFIV, FTNT, IMPV, INTC, JNPR, MSFT, PANW, QNTQY, SYMC, TYO:4704 By: John Harrington Click here to download the report (.pdf) Highlights Security strategy, rather than the […]
ADT Whisper
Research Question: Are home security/monitoring solutions from cable and telecom companies causing a significant drop in ADT’s business? Companies Covered: ADT Corporation (ADT), Tyco International (TYC), Stanley Black & Decker (SWK), Google (GOOG), Comcast (CMCSA), Verizon Communications (VZ), Time Warner Cable (TWC) Report Available: October 13, 2014 Blueshift’s initial research shows the mid to […]
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