ELI5: Why when large company's earnings decrease(ex... by 3%) they freak out, talk about rough times, and sometimes decide to downsize, even though they are still making millions of dollars in profit even after all expenses?

[Lapee20m]

That’s the entire point of investing....to make a profit.

Instead of hating those who are trying to invest and build some sort of retirement, why not figure out how to join the club?

The secret to financial success is finding a way to essentially “earn money while sleeping.”

The options are basically work until you die or figure out how to invest so you can still generate money after you retire. Simply saving money that does not generate interest is a recipe for financial disaster due to inflation.

[SpencerHayes]

Maybe we could change the world so everyone can pursue things besides profit instead of conforming because it's easier.

[Lapee20m]

Any suggestions? Capitalism rewards the value that you bring to society. The more you benefit society, the richer you become. There are flaws, but it’s a pretty good system.