Peloton Interactive (PTON)

Citron Research · 2019-12
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The slide uses a 'valuation bridge' logic to justify a short thesis by comparing metrics against a peer group.show_valuation_bridge
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The slide serves as an executive summary/introductory thesis for a short report.frame_problem
Open slide detailBeat · The MonsterLoop · Cost Of Inaction
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This is a research note from Citron Research criticizing Peloton's competitive moat regarding its hardware.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The MonsterLoop · Cost Of Inaction
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Includes a specific example of a competitor's (ProForm) aggressive pricing strategy to illustrate market saturation.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The MonsterLoop · Cost Of Inaction
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Uses an analogy to Netflix/DirectTV to highlight the perceived flaw in Peloton's pricing strategy.expose_contradiction
Open slide detailBeat · The MonsterLoop · Cost Of Inaction
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Citron Research short thesis slide targeting Peloton's pricing model.compare_peers
Open slide detailBeat · The StruggleLoop · Hypothesis Test
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The slide uses a comparison table to frame the product offering, followed by a narrative critique of the company's IP strategy regarding the leaderboard featurecompare_peers
Open slide detailBeat · The StruggleLoop · Hypothesis Test
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The slide uses a 'villain' framing to attack the CEO's integrity and management practices.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The StruggleLoop · Hypothesis Test
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The slide uses a direct quote from the CEO to highlight perceived incompetence and unrealistic future assumptions.expose_contradiction
Open slide detailBeat · The StruggleLoop · Hypothesis Test
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The slide uses a skeptical tone to argue that Peloton's valuation is disconnected from reality and that management is preparing to exit.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The StruggleLoop · Hypothesis Test
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Citron Research short thesis slide.show_valuation_bridge
Open slide detailBeat · The Victory
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Includes a specific note to the reader regarding Peloton's valuation and market expectations.other
Open slide detailBeat · The Victory
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Open slide detailBeat · The Victory