I’m working on a finance discussion question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.
Square(SQ)
The adjusted closing for Square(SQ) on Aug. 6, 2020 is $154.00
The adjusted closing for Square(SQ) on Aug. 6, 2021 is $ 275.10
The holding period return for Square(SQ) is 79%.
MasterCard(MA)
The adjusted closing for MasterCard(MA) on Aug. 6, 2021 is $ 42,816.50
The adjusted closing for MasterCard(MA) on Aug. 6, 2020 is $ 11,779.77
The holding period return for MasterCard(MA) is 263% .
Q1.
- Discuss the following. Have these two firms performed similarly or do they have very large differences in outcomes? Regardless of your answer, why do you think this is the case? For a thorough answer, you should consider characteristics of each company, the type of product or services they offer, the leadership, and the economic issues that they might face including customer demand, etc.
Q2.
- For each company, give one story of news that you believe was of great interest to their investors or employees or the market. Provide the source of your news and indicate why you think it was of great interest.
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