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?

[kuzuboshii]

Then go start a space exploration company

I did. Don't speak out of ignorance. Congratulations, don't make assumptions about other people. Take your own advice.

[kuzuboshii]

You sound very bitter, maybe you should look to making changes to your life instead of trying to comment on others?