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IBM Touting Hypocritical Hiring Plans?

IBM Touting Hypocritical Hiring Plans?

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Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video discusses IBM's contradictory actions of announcing job creation and investment in the U.S. while simultaneously cutting jobs. Despite press releases about hiring and spending on worker training, IBM has been reducing its workforce, which has negatively impacted its stock prices. The Bloomberg Terminal provides insights into these job cuts, showing a decline in employee numbers and revenue per employee. The video also explores the financial implications of these actions, including the effect on stock prices and earnings per share.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the text suggest about the trend in revenue per employee at IBM during Rometty's tenure?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the implications of IBM's stock prices in relation to its job cuts and share buybacks.

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