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Two Drinks with . . . Bob Kerrey, Who’s Not Asking for Your Forgiveness for Meeting Epstein

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 315 implied HN points • 27 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Resignations
  1. Bob Kerrey resigned from the board of a Nebraska clean-energy company after a past meeting with Jeffrey Epstein came to light.
  2. He says the contact was limited to a 2013 meeting and a few emails and that he had no ongoing relationship with Epstein.
  3. The Epstein files are triggering intense media scrutiny that can quickly damage reputations and prompt resignations even for brief or distant ties.

The Bear Cave #304

The Bear Cave • 746 implied HN points • 14 Dec 25
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. Short-seller and activist reports hit multiple public companies, accusing them of weak or misleading business models and triggering sharp stock declines.
  2. A wave of high-profile executive departures and retirements reshaped leadership at firms large and small, sometimes moving markets and raising governance questions.
  3. Market participants are rethinking risk and liquidity after recent volatility, with quant funds adjusting models and some hedge funds limiting redemptions amid illiquid assets.

University investigations don't get you back to the future

Science Forever • 199 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🚌 Education Resignations
  1. University investigations often lead to the end of college presidencies, even when results may not be severe
  2. Presidents should communicate openly and address questions from reporters during investigations to better manage public perception
  3. Investigations may not fully resolve issues, leading to a buildup of negative perception that can still result in consequences

The Bear Cave #211

The Bear Cave • 583 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. Kerrisdale Capital and Capybara Research published critical reports on Carvana and SoundHound AI, highlighting concerns about valuation, growth prospects, and financial status.
  2. Recent high-profile resignations include executives from companies like Chemours, Outbrain, SunPower Corp, and New York Community Bancorp, raising various concerns like accounting practices, company performance, and leadership changes.
  3. The SEC charged Lordstown Motors with misleading investors about their electric vehicle, and Panera Bread's exemption from California's new $20 minimum wage law revealed through a Bloomberg report.

The Bear Cave #206

The Bear Cave • 606 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. New activist reports on companies' financial statements and operations
  2. Recent resignations of notable executives in various corporations
  3. Tweets of the week highlighting key discussions and reactions in the financial community
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The Bear Cave #210

The Bear Cave • 536 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
💼 Business Resignations
  1. New activist reports were published on companies like B. Riley Financial, Fluence Energy, and AirSculpt Technologies, raising concerns about undisclosed information, fraud allegations, and safety issues.
  2. There were recent resignations at Planet Fitness, including the CFO and former CEO, highlighting potential governance and operational concerns at the company.
  3. Several notable executive departures were announced in the past week at companies like MoneyHero, Icahn Enterprises, and Health Catalyst, pointing towards management instability and issues within these organizations.

The Bear Cave #207

The Bear Cave • 536 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
💼 Business Resignations
  1. New activist reports reveal concerns in for-profit education and mental health industries
  2. Recent resignations of executives from various companies highlight shifting leadership dynamics
  3. Tweets of the week share insights on alleged financial misconduct and leadership controversies

The Bear Cave #162

The Bear Cave • 956 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. New activist reports were published on various companies, highlighting inflated metrics and concerns about criminal activity.
  2. Notable executive resignations were disclosed in the past week, including CEOs and CFOs from several companies.
  3. The newsletter also featured tweets of the week, discussing topics like company legal risks and market observations.

The Bear Cave #212

The Bear Cave • 466 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. New activist reports were published on companies like Zillow, Adtalem Global Education, Blackstone Mortgage Trust, and Grifols, raising concerns about their operations and financial health.
  2. Significant recent resignations include CEOs and CFOs from companies like New York Community Bancorp, Funko, and NMI Holdings, indicating potential issues within the leadership of these organizations.
  3. Interesting articles related to investigations by the SEC on companies like Chemours, Skechers, and details emerging about the SEC's interest in Hospital Landlord MPT provide insights into corporate governance and compliance issues.

The Bear Cave #163

The Bear Cave • 816 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. New activist reports raised concerns about corrupt practices in pharmaceutical and financial companies
  2. Recent resignations of notable executives from various companies were disclosed
  3. The post also includes recommendations on what to read and tweets of the week related to financial topics

The Bear Cave #161

The Bear Cave • 746 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. NINGI Research published an activist report on Arbor Realty Trust, alleging accounting anomalies and overvaluation.
  2. There have been multiple recent resignations of CEOs and CFOs in various companies.
  3. The post includes tweets of the week highlighting short pitches, company updates, and executive statements.

The Bear Cave #159

The Bear Cave • 699 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
💰 Finance Resignations
  1. New activist reports highlight financial discrepancies in different companies.
  2. Recent resignations of notable executives in various organizations.
  3. Featured tweets discussing potential issues in different companies and industries.