53: How COVID-19 is a 'new retail' tipping point, with Michael Zakkour

In this episode, the guys welcome back Michael Zakkour, Founder and Chief Strategist of 5 New Digital. They discuss how the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic have spurred a leap forward in ecommerce and new retail in both China and the US, and which firms are positioned to benefit. James and Elliott also look at Meituan’s earnings, as well as recent short-report allegations of iQiyi. 

 

Please note, the hosts may have interest in some of the stocks discussed. The discussion should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation of services.

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Watchlist:

• Tencent
• Alibaba
• Baidu
• iQiyi
• Xiaomi
• JD
• Pinduoduo
• Meituan-Dianping
• Luckin Coffee

 

Guest:

• Michael Zakkour – @michaelzakkour

Hosts:

• Elliott Zaagman– @elliottzaagman
• James Hull– @jameshullx

Editor

• Peter Isachenko

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