Slowing foot traffic metrics were canary in coal mine for Friendly's closings State Senator Chuck Schumer called Friendly's closures "abrupt." Alternative data saw this coming for months, and shows who may be next. James Mattone 4.12.19 6:55 PM Markets
Delta Airlines had the most delays in March. It also had the most Facebook check-ins. Delta had an outstanding March for foot traffic growth via Facebook's "were here count." Unfortunately for them, it may be influenced by the current systems outage. James Mattone 4.1.19 4:20 PM People
Applebee's is beating TGI Friday's and Chili's in the Happy Hour War As casual dining faces new challenges from the fast casual industry, Applebee's is leading the pack... For now. James Mattone 10.25.18 4:19 PM Markets
A brief history of why Martin Shkreli got banned from Twitter The following is an excerpt from SMIRK, a memoir of journalist Christie Smythe's unusual relationship with "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli. It should be viewed as opinion. You can read more at www.smirk-book.com. Christie Smythe 11.23.22 12:25 AM Outcasts