Peter Mansfield

Meredith Gorman, #market prognosticator for WeTheHobby (who previously covered Boston Celtics at NESN) accurately predicted 𝐭𝐰𝐨 forecasts for these National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals that have come to fruition... #1 - 𝘑𝘢𝘺𝘭𝘦𝘯 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯's 𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 (as of June 14th now tied with Jayson Tatum at +145 Vegas Odds for most likely to win Finals #MVP) #2 - 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 (in conjunction with WeTheHobby analytics team, Meredith forecasted a 15-25% bump in Jaylen Brown's index value in the 90 days after a potential Celtics Championship). In the last two weeks, 𝐉𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧'𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐱 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐩 10.38% With Boston holding a commanding 3-0 NBA Finals Lead...what do you think securing a first 🏆 will mean for these two young superstars' trading card #asset prices? Let us know in the comments below! 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦: https://lnkd.in/eD3Ur6_P 𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦: The Ringer 𝘋𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦: CardLadder Player Index

17

2 Comments

📊 New Data Tool for Evaluating Sports Franchises The University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business has teamed up with Arctos Sports Partners to launch the pioneering Sports Franchise Index (SFI). This innovative initiative promises to transform how we understand the performance and valuation of sports franchises. 🔍 What is the SFI? The Sports Franchise Index offers a comprehensive and transparent measure of the financial and operational health of sports franchises. Utilizing robust data analytics, the SFI aims to provide deep insights into the sports industry. 💡 Notable Findings: - Long-Term Growth: The value of North American sports assets included in the index has compounded at 13.0% per annum over the last 60+ years, outperforming the equity market by 2.5%. - Superior Risk/Return: According to several measures of risk, North American sports assets included in the index possess risk/return characteristics superior to other traditional and alternative asset classes. 📊 Latest Performance Updates (as of Q1 2024): - Quarter-to-Date Return: 4.8% - Year-to-Date Return: 28.1% - Three-Years-to-Date Return: 16.7% 🔝 Year-Over-Year Performance: - Outperforming Assets: North American sports assets have outperformed global equities (23.8%), U.S. small cap stocks (19.7%), private credit (8.8%), private equity (6.0%), commodities (1.5%), and fixed income (1.3%). - Top Performers: The U.S. media and entertainment sector (53.6%) and U.S. equities (29.9%) have outperformed North American sports assets included in the index. This collaboration highlights a significant step forward in using data-driven strategies to revolutionize the sports industry. I've dropped a link to the announcement in the comments 👇 #linkedinsports #sportsfranchise

3

1 Comment

Curious about the rapidly evolving landscape of sports betting? Brendan Dwyer, Ph.D., Director of Research and Distance Learning at VCU - Center for Sport Leadership, shares his expert insights on this booming industry, which saw nearly $120 billion wagered by Americans last year. From the impact of the 2018 ruling that legalized sports betting to the aggressive marketing tactics and the future of fandom, Dwyer delves into the multifaceted world of sports betting. As sports betting becomes a significant player in the U.S., it's essential to stay informed about its implications, regulations and the changing dynamics of sports consumption. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eS79Qztm

22

DICK'S Sporting Goods: A Strong Q2 Amidst Cybersecurity Challenges: 📈  Revenue Growth - Dick’s Sporting Goods exceeded Q2 expectations, with strong sales and earnings growth. The company raised its full-year guidance, driven by higher average tickets and gross margin expansion. 🔮  Outlook - Dick’s is expecting strong consumer demand to continue, forecasting a 2.5% to 3.5% rise in comparable store sales for 2024. The future looks bright as they aim for sustained growth. ❗  Cybersecurity Challenges - Recently, Dick’s experienced a data breach, exposing confidential information. The company has activated its cybersecurity response plan and is working to resolve the issue. As Dick’s Sporting Goods navigates both growth and challenges, staying informed is key. Firmograph.ai delivers timely insights to help you anticipate opportunities and risks in real time. Start your free trial today and get the edge on your competitors! #RetailIndustry #CyberSecurity #FirmographInsights #DicksSportingGoods

4