On: Sources: Groupon rejects Google’s offer; will stay independent

[phillian]

"Likely to continue increasing YOY"? Says who? Groupon?

At least one compelling academic argument why Groupon's 'deal hawk' business model is not built for sustainable growth:

http://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&q=cache:cpoGFpYf78oJ:w...

[d0mine → phillian]

Could you elaborate?

The survey says that Groupon promotions are profitable for two thirds of businesses and three of five (of all businesses) would run another Groupon promotion again.

[andreyf → phillian]

Hah, funny how such reason and logic didn't make it to the top of hacker news. Great link, thanks.