Business Failures Quiz

Why did Target fail in Canada?

• Poorly stocked stores and fluctuating prices.

• Lack of understanding of the Canadian market.

• Supply chain issues and technology difficulties.

What cultural differences contributed to Walmart's failure in Germany?

• Plastic bags and door greeters clashed with local customs.

• Locals didn't appreciate pre-store opening chants.

• Cashiers flashing smiles at patrons was misunderstood by customers.

Why did Wendy's struggle in Japan?

• Heavy competition from McDonald's and Burger King.

• Inability to capture significant market share.

• Failed to understand the local consumer preferences.

What prevented McDonald's from being successful in Jamaica and the Caribbean?

• High cost of launching and maintaining a franchise.

• Supply chain issues and bad economy.

• Locals' approach to cuisine and limited locations.

Why did eBay struggle to compete in China against Taobao?

• Taobao provided free listings and real-time communication with sellers.

• Ebay charged for listings and lacked direct communication between buyers and sellers.

• Ebay failed to understand the Chinese market and its preferences.

What led to Starbucks' failure in Australia?

• Rapid launch without understanding the local coffee culture.

• Lack of research and poor timing of the launch.

• Preference for independent cafes over giant conglomerates.