Blockbuster's potential acquisition of Netflix for $15 million is discussed as a missed opportunity, though the creator argues Netflix wouldn't have thrived under Blockbuster's ownership.
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Jun 24, 2026
This video discusses disastrous acquisitions in history, highlighting how they often destroy shareholder value. It details the AOL Time Warner merger as the largest and one of the worst, followed by Yahoo's acquisition of Tumblr, which resulted in a near-total loss of value. Microsoft is also mentioned as a company with a history of poor capital allocation through acquisitions.
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The creator suggests Google would not have become as dominant if it had been acquired by Yahoo, emphasizing the benefits of independence.
Microsoft's failed attempts to acquire Intuit twice are highlighted as a missed opportunity, despite Intuit remaining a massive business.
Microsoft is identified as a company with a history of disastrous capital allocation decisions, particularly through acquisitions.
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