Why Shares of Rakuten Are Surging

The video discusses a company's $881 million stock buyback plan, contrasting it with a previous stock sale. The stock price has fluctuated, and the buyback is seen as a strategic move to buy low after selling high. The discussion includes the implications for long-term investors and the company's growth prospects, highlighting a lack of innovation despite having significant cash reserves.

What financial strategy did the company employ by buying back shares?

• Buying and holding

• Selling high and buying low

• Short selling

• Selling low and buying high

How did the stock price react to the buyback announcement?

• It doubled

• It increased by 10%

• It remained stable

• It decreased by 10%

What concern might long-term investors have regarding the company's stock price?

• It might have a set ceiling

• It might be overvalued

• It might be undervalued

• It might be too volatile

What is one of the main criticisms of the company's current strategy?

• Lack of focus on stock price

• Excessive innovation

• Lack of significant innovation

• Overexpansion into new markets

What is the company's cash position as mentioned in the video?

• $5 billion

• $3 billion

• $1 billion

• $10 billion