1. How is it that, even among the best performing industries, only some companies do well? How can
some companies in poorly performing industries still do well?
One of the biggest reasons for companies to perform so well is reputation. If you look at Apple Inc.
for example, the company has a huge loyal fan base. These consumers are the reason for the company’s
overall success. The amount of money that the company can pour into R&D is billions more than its next
competitor. Furthermore, some companies even in the best performing industries are subjected to poor
management. According to our textbook, titled, Principles
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