Points And Figures

Points And Figures focuses on critical analyses of markets, politics, and societal trends, with a particular emphasis on the dynamics of American cities, the impact of governance on economics, and the principles underlying free markets versus government intervention. It advocates for entrepreneurship, competition, and scrutinizes political and economic policies.

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The Liquidity Problem

346 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24

Carta attempted to tackle the liquidity problem of holding shares in private companies but faced challenges
Creating a liquid market for private company stocks is difficult due to lack of buyers and sellers with aligned incentives
Efforts to solve the liquidity problem might be more successful with digital programmable securities like security tokens

Never Trust A Politician With Your Money

746 implied HN points • 07 Feb 23

Politicians may not fully understand economics
Regulations and market restrictions can limit supply and increase prices
Government actions can impact markets and result in unintended consequences

Go Back To The Office

559 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23

💼 Business Workplace dynamics Productivity Corporate culture Employee engagement

Startups with offices grow revenue 3.5 times faster than those with remote teams.
Employees working from home are less productive than those in the office.
Face-to-face communication is crucial for mentorship and productivity.