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Montreal and Quebec City have entered COVID-19 Red Alert Level, from 1 to 28 October a new lockdown is ordered. Businesses and Schools are to remain open with the exception of Restaurants, Bars, Strip Clubs, Cinemas, Theatres and Casinos.

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Sunray’s local casino/restaurant/totally not a secret meth lab is open for business!

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In "The Kids Run the Restaurant" Episode of Bob's Burgers, the kids open an underground casino unbeknownst to their parents....Fischoeder, the landlord, finds it, and chooses to gamble with the kids. Who is legally responsible here?

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Food Network’s Giada De Laurentiis is the latest food celebrity to open a restaurant at Baltimore’s Horseshoe Casino

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Megathread (40): Coronavirus COVID-19 in Nederland

English

Hi theNetherlands. This megathread will serve as a hub for all information regarding the corona virus. Please don't share rumours or unconfirmed information.
Keep 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance, wash your hands with soap often, cough and sneeze into the inside of your elbow, use disposable paper handkerchiefs and don't shake hands. Wear a face mask in public transport and publicly accessible spaces. A curfew is in effect from 9.00 pm to 4.30 am. If you exhibit symptoms, stay home and make an appointment for a test with the GGD at 0800-1202 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm). If you have any other questions, call the RIVM at 0800-1351 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm).

Nederlands

Dag theNetherlands. Deze hernieuwde post zal dienen als verzamelplaats voor alle informatie rondom het coronavirus. Deel hier alsjeblieft geen geruchten of informatie die niet officieel bevestigd is.

Belangrijke aandachtspunten

  • De lockdown blijft tot ten minste 1 maart actief. Op 23 februari vraagt het kabinet advies aan het OMT of het versoepelen mogelijk en verstandig is.
  • Het kabinet vraagt ook advies aan het OMT over het voortzetten of opschorten van de avondklok, die op 10 februari af zou lopen.
  • Twee derde van alle nieuwe besmettingen met het virus gebeuren door de Britse variant, die aanzienlijk besmettelijker is dan de bekende variant.
  • Er is een vernieuwde routekaart gemaakt.

Actuele maatregelen

De volgende maatregelen zijn geldig tot ten minste 1 maart 2021, tenzij anders vermeld.
  • Er geldt een avondklok van 21.00 uur ’s avonds tot 04.30 uur ’s ochtends tot 10 februari. Als het noodzakelijk is om naar buiten te gaan, moeten mensen een formulier ‘Eigen verklaring avondklok’ meenemen. Als dit voor werk is, moeten mensen ook een werkgeversverklaring tonen. Uitzonderingen:
    • In geval van een calamiteit;
    • Als uzelf, een hulpbehoevend persoon of een dier dringend (medische) hulp nodig heeft;
    • Als u van uw werkgever voor werk naar buiten moet;
    • Als u naar het buitenland reist of terugkeert naar Nederland;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een uitvaart en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een oproep van een rechter, officier van justitie of bezwaar- of beroepschriftenzitting en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u in uw eentje een aangelijnde hond uitlaat;
    • Maaltijdbezorgers.
  • De meeste locaties zijn gesloten:
    • Winkels (behalve voor essentiële zaken zoals levensmiddelen);
    • Locaties van contactberoepen zoals kappers, nagelstudio’s, seksinrichtingen;
    • Theaters, concertzalen, bioscopen, casino’s, etc.;
    • Dierenparken, pretparken, etc.;
    • Binnensportlocaties zoals sportscholen, zwembaden, sauna’s, wellness, etc.;
    • Restaurants en cafés.
    • Hotels zijn open, maar restaurants en roomservice in een hotel zijn gesloten.
  • Winkels mogen vanaf 10 februari wel klanten laten bestellen en afhalen. Er moet een tijdsslot gereserveerd worden en er moet minstens vier uur tussen bestellen en ophalen zitten om funshoppen te voorkomen. Winkels die hun deuren toch openen worden helemaal gesloten.
  • Onderwijsinstellingen bieden voornamelijk onderwijs op afstand tot en met ten minste 1 maart.
    • Basisonderwijs en de kinderopvang gaan open op 8 februari, met strenge voorwaarden. Zodra er één positieve test in de klas is, gaat de hele klas in quarantaine en laat zich testen. Er komen meer (snel)testen en intensiever bron- en contactonderzoek.
    • De buitenschoolse opvang en middelbare scholen blijven nog dicht tot 1 maart.
    • In het voortgezet onderwijs kunnen praktijkonderwijs, lessen voor examenleerlingen en het afnemen van schoolexamens in het (voor)examenjaar wel op locatie plaatsvinden.
    • In MBO, HBO en WO mogen examens en tentamens worden afgenomen en is praktijkonderwijs mogelijk.
    • In alle vormen van onderwijs mag er een uitzondering gemaakt worden voor het begeleiden van kwetsbare leerlingen en studenten.
    • Voor kinderen van ouders die een cruciaal beroep hebben, is er noodopvang op de basisschool of de kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang.
  • Alleen (para)medische contactberoepen zijn toegestaan.
  • Ontvang thuis niet meer dan 1 persoon van 13 jaar of ouder per dag. Uitgezonderd mantelzorgers.
  • Ga maximaal 1 keer per dag ergens op bezoek.
  • Werk thuis. Alleen mensen die essentieel zijn voor de voortgang van een bedrijfsproces en die hun werk niet thuis kunnen uitvoeren, mogen naar het werk komen.
  • Ga alleen naar buiten met leden van je huishouden of met een groepje dat bestaat uit maximaal 2 mensen. Uitgezonderd uitvaarten tot 50 mensen.
  • Volwassenen sporten alleen of met zijn tweeën, en alleen buiten. Kinderen t/m 17 jaar mogen sporten in teamverband en mogen wedstrijden onderling spelen, maar ook alleen buiten.
  • Maak alleen gebruik van het openbaar vervoer voor strikt noodzakelijke reizen.
  • Blijf in Nederland. Ga niet op reis naar het buitenland en boek geen buitenlandse reizen tot en met 31 maart. Er gelden reisbeperkingen. Een PCR-test én sneltest zijn verplicht en mensen moeten 10 dagen in quarantaine wanneer ze inreizen.

Hoe kun je verspreiding van het coronavirus voorkomen?

  • Blijf thuis bij klachten, laat je testen en ziek uit.
  • Was vaak je handen met water en zeep.
  • Hoest en nies in de binnenkant van je elleboog.
  • Gebruik papieren zakdoekjes om je neus te snuiten en gooi deze daarna weg.
  • Schud geen handen.
  • Houd 1,5 meter afstand (2 armlengtes) van anderen.
  • Vermijd drukte en draag een mond-neusmasker in openbare ruimten.
  • Werk zoveel mogelijk thuis.

Heb je meer vragen over het coronavirus?

Lees de Vragen en Achtergronden of neem telefonisch contact op met het RIVM via 0800-1351 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur).

Wil je laten testen of je het coronavirus hebt?

Neem contact op met de GGD via 0800-1202 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur). Hou je burgerservicenummer (BSN) bij de hand. De test is gratis. Lees ook de informatie van het RIVM.

Heb je verdere ondersteuning nodig?

  • Rode Kruis Hulplijn - 070 4455 888 - Hulp en advies bij quarantaine en een luisterend oor. Maandag t/m zondag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 21:00 uur.
  • Luisterlijn - 0900 0767 - Voor een luisterend oor. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon, chat en e-mail.
  • Stichting MIND - 0900 1450 - Voor ondersteuning bij psychische klachten en lotgenotencontact. Elke werkdag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 18:00 uur.
  • 113 Zelfmoordpreventie - 0800 0113 - Voor hulp bij acute zelfmoordgedachten op anonieme basis. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon en chat.
  • iPractice - 020 2444 889 - Voor een telefonisch consult door een psycholoog op donatiebasis. Bereikbaar op afspraak.
  • Mantelzorglijn - 030 760 6055 - Voor informatie over mantelzorg en het coronavirus via telefoon en WhatsApp. Bereikbaar op werkdagen van 9:00 tot 18:00 uur.
  • Coronahulp.nl - Verwijzingen naar websites voor praktische hulpvragen.
Alle vorige megathreads.
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Megathread (39): Coronavirus COVID-19 in Nederland

English

Hi theNetherlands. This megathread will serve as a hub for all information regarding the corona virus. Please don't share rumours or unconfirmed information.
Keep 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance, wash your hands with soap often, cough and sneeze into the inside of your elbow, use disposable paper handkerchiefs and don't shake hands. Wear a face mask in public transport and publicly accessible spaces. A curfew is in effect from 9.00 pm to 4.30 am. If you exhibit symptoms, stay home and make an appointment for a test with the GGD at 0800-1202 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm). If you have any other questions, call the RIVM at 0800-1351 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm).

Nederlands

Dag theNetherlands. Deze hernieuwde post zal dienen als verzamelplaats voor alle informatie rondom het coronavirus. Deel hier alsjeblieft geen geruchten of informatie die niet officieel bevestigd is.

Actuele maatregelen

De volgende maatregelen zijn geldig vanaf zaterdag 23 januari, 21.00 uur tot ten minste 9 februari 2021.
  • Ontvang thuis niet meer dan 1 persoon van 13 jaar of ouder per dag. Uitgezonderd mantelzorgers.
  • Ga maximaal 1 keer per dag ergens op bezoek.
  • Werk thuis. Alleen mensen die essentieel zijn voor de voortgang van een bedrijfsproces en die hun werk niet thuis kunnen uitvoeren, mogen naar het werk komen.
  • Ga alleen naar buiten met leden van je huishouden of met een groepje dat bestaat uit maximaal 2 mensen. Uitgezonderd uitvaarten tot 50 mensen.
  • Er geldt een avondklok van 21.00 uur ’s avonds tot 04.30 uur ’s ochtends. Dat betekent dat je dan niet buiten mag zijn. Als toch het noodzakelijk is om naar buiten te gaan, moeten mensen een formulier ‘Eigen verklaring avondklok’ meenemen. Als dit voor werk is, moeten mensen ook een werkgeversverklaring tonen. Uitzonderingen:
    • In geval van een calamiteit;
    • Als uzelf, een hulpbehoevend persoon of een dier dringend (medische) hulp nodig heeft;
    • Als u van uw werkgever voor werk naar buiten moet;
    • Als u naar het buitenland reist of terugkeert naar Nederland;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een uitvaart en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een oproep van een rechter, officier van justitie of bezwaar- of beroepschriftenzitting en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u in uw eentje een aangelijnde hond uitlaat;
    • Maaltijdbezorgers.
  • De meeste locaties zijn gesloten:
    • Winkels (behalve voor essentiële zaken zoals levensmiddelen)
    • Locaties van contactberoepen zoals kappers, nagelstudio’s, seksinrichtingen
    • Theaters, concertzalen, bioscopen, casino’s, etc.
    • Dierenparken, pretparken, etc.
    • Binnensportlocaties zoals sportscholen, zwembaden, sauna’s, wellness, etc
    • Restaurants en cafés
    • Hotels zijn open, maar restaurants en roomservice in een hotel zijn gesloten.
  • Onderwijsinstellingen bieden voornamelijk onderwijs op afstand tot en met ten minste 7 februari. De kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang zijn in deze periode gesloten.
    • In het voortgezet onderwijs kunnen praktijkonderwijs, lessen voor examenleerlingen en het afnemen van schoolexamens in het (voor)examenjaar wel op locatie plaatsvinden.
    • In MBO, HBO en WO mogen examens en tentamens worden afgenomen en is praktijkonderwijs mogelijk.
    • In alle vormen van onderwijs mag er een uitzondering gemaakt worden voor het begeleiden van kwetsbare leerlingen en studenten.
  • Voor kinderen van ouders die een cruciaal beroep hebben, is er noodopvang op de basisschool of de kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang.
  • Alleen (para)medische contactberoepen zijn toegestaan.
  • Volwassenen sporten alleen of met zijn tweeën, en alleen buiten. Kinderen t/m 17 jaar mogen sporten in teamverband en mogen wedstrijden onderling spelen, maar ook alleen buiten.
  • Maak alleen gebruik van het openbaar vervoer voor strikt noodzakelijke reizen.
  • Blijf in Nederland. Ga niet op reis naar het buitenland en boek geen buitenlandse reizen tot en met 31 maart. Er gelden reisbeperkingen. Een PCR-test én sneltest zijn verplicht en mensen moeten 10 dagen in quarantaine wanneer ze inreizen.

Hoe kun je verspreiding van het coronavirus voorkomen?

  • Blijf thuis bij klachten, laat je testen en ziek uit.
  • Was vaak je handen met water en zeep.
  • Hoest en nies in de binnenkant van je elleboog.
  • Gebruik papieren zakdoekjes om je neus te snuiten en gooi deze daarna weg.
  • Schud geen handen.
  • Houd 1,5 meter afstand (2 armlengtes) van anderen.
  • Vermijd drukte en draag een mond-neusmasker in openbare ruimten.
  • Werk zoveel mogelijk thuis.

Heb je meer vragen over het coronavirus?

Lees de Vragen en Achtergronden of neem telefonisch contact op met het RIVM via 0800-1351 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur).

Wil je laten testen of je het coronavirus hebt?

Neem contact op met de GGD via 0800-1202 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur). Hou je burgerservicenummer (BSN) bij de hand. De test is gratis. Lees ook de informatie van het RIVM.

Heb je verdere ondersteuning nodig?

  • Rode Kruis Hulplijn - 070 4455 888 - Hulp en advies bij quarantaine en een luisterend oor. Maandag t/m zondag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 21:00 uur.
  • Luisterlijn - 0900 0767 - Voor een luisterend oor. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon, chat en e-mail.
  • Stichting MIND - 0900 1450 - Voor ondersteuning bij psychische klachten en lotgenotencontact. Elke werkdag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 18:00 uur.
  • 113 Zelfmoordpreventie - 0800 0113 - Voor hulp bij acute zelfmoordgedachten op anonieme basis. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon en chat.
  • iPractice - 020 2444 889 - Voor een telefonisch consult door een psycholoog op donatiebasis. Bereikbaar op afspraak.
  • Mantelzorglijn - 030 760 6055 - Voor informatie over mantelzorg en het coronavirus via telefoon en WhatsApp. Bereikbaar op werkdagen van 9:00 tot 18:00 uur.
  • Coronahulp.nl - Verwijzingen naar websites voor praktische hulpvragen.
Alle vorige megathreads.
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Megathread (38): Coronavirus COVID-19 in Nederland

English

Hi theNetherlands. This megathread will serve as a hub for all information regarding the corona virus. Please don't share rumours or unconfirmed information.
Keep 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance, wash your hands with soap often, cough and sneeze into the inside of your elbow, use disposable paper handkerchiefs and don't shake hands. Wear a face mask in public transport and publicly accessible spaces. A curfew is in effect from 9.00 pm to 4.30 am. If you exhibit symptoms, stay home and make an appointment for a test with the GGD at 0800-1202 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm). If you have any other questions, call the RIVM at 0800-1351 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm).

Nederlands

Dag theNetherlands. Deze hernieuwde post zal dienen als verzamelplaats voor alle informatie rondom het coronavirus. Deel hier alsjeblieft geen geruchten of informatie die niet officieel bevestigd is.

Actuele maatregelen

De volgende maatregelen zijn geldig vanaf zaterdag 23 januari, 21.00 uur tot ten minste 9 februari 2021.
  • Ontvang thuis niet meer dan 1 persoon van 13 jaar of ouder per dag. Uitgezonderd mantelzorgers.
  • Ga maximaal 1 keer per dag ergens op bezoek.
  • Werk thuis. Alleen mensen die essentieel zijn voor de voortgang van een bedrijfsproces en die hun werk niet thuis kunnen uitvoeren, mogen naar het werk komen.
  • Ga alleen naar buiten met leden van je huishouden of met een groepje dat bestaat uit maximaal 2 mensen. Uitgezonderd uitvaarten tot 50 mensen.
  • Er geldt een avondklok van 21.00 uur ’s avonds tot 04.30 uur ’s ochtends. Dat betekent dat je dan niet buiten mag zijn. Als toch het noodzakelijk is om naar buiten te gaan, moeten mensen een formulier ‘Eigen verklaring avondklok’ meenemen. Als dit voor werk is, moeten mensen ook een werkgeversverklaring tonen. Uitzonderingen:
    • In geval van een calamiteit;
    • Als uzelf, een hulpbehoevend persoon of een dier dringend (medische) hulp nodig heeft;
    • Als u van uw werkgever voor werk naar buiten moet;
    • Als u naar het buitenland reist of terugkeert naar Nederland;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een uitvaart en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een oproep van een rechter, officier van justitie of bezwaar- of beroepschriftenzitting en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u in uw eentje een aangelijnde hond uitlaat;
    • Maaltijdbezorgers.
  • De meeste locaties zijn gesloten:
    • Winkels (behalve voor essentiële zaken zoals levensmiddelen)
    • Locaties van contactberoepen zoals kappers, nagelstudio’s, seksinrichtingen
    • Theaters, concertzalen, bioscopen, casino’s, etc.
    • Dierenparken, pretparken, etc.
    • Binnensportlocaties zoals sportscholen, zwembaden, sauna’s, wellness, etc
    • Restaurants en cafés
    • Hotels zijn open, maar restaurants en roomservice in een hotel zijn gesloten.
  • Onderwijsinstellingen bieden voornamelijk onderwijs op afstand tot en met ten minste 7 februari. De kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang zijn in deze periode gesloten.
    • In het voortgezet onderwijs kunnen praktijkonderwijs, lessen voor examenleerlingen en het afnemen van schoolexamens in het (voor)examenjaar wel op locatie plaatsvinden.
    • In MBO, HBO en WO mogen examens en tentamens worden afgenomen en is praktijkonderwijs mogelijk.
    • In alle vormen van onderwijs mag er een uitzondering gemaakt worden voor het begeleiden van kwetsbare leerlingen en studenten.
  • Voor kinderen van ouders die een cruciaal beroep hebben, is er noodopvang op de basisschool of de kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang.
  • Alleen (para)medische contactberoepen zijn toegestaan.
  • Volwassenen sporten alleen of met zijn tweeën, en alleen buiten. Kinderen t/m 17 jaar mogen sporten in teamverband en mogen wedstrijden onderling spelen, maar ook alleen buiten.
  • Maak alleen gebruik van het openbaar vervoer voor strikt noodzakelijke reizen.
  • Blijf in Nederland. Ga niet op reis naar het buitenland en boek geen buitenlandse reizen tot en met 31 maart. Er gelden reisbeperkingen. Een PCR-test én sneltest zijn verplicht en mensen moeten 10 dagen in quarantaine wanneer ze inreizen.

Hoe kun je verspreiding van het coronavirus voorkomen?

  • Blijf thuis bij klachten, laat je testen en ziek uit.
  • Was vaak je handen met water en zeep.
  • Hoest en nies in de binnenkant van je elleboog.
  • Gebruik papieren zakdoekjes om je neus te snuiten en gooi deze daarna weg.
  • Schud geen handen.
  • Houd 1,5 meter afstand (2 armlengtes) van anderen.
  • Vermijd drukte en draag een mond-neusmasker in openbare ruimten.
  • Werk zoveel mogelijk thuis.

Heb je meer vragen over het coronavirus?

Lees de Vragen en Achtergronden of neem telefonisch contact op met het RIVM via 0800-1351 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur).

Wil je laten testen of je het coronavirus hebt?

Neem contact op met de GGD via 0800-1202 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur). Hou je burgerservicenummer (BSN) bij de hand. De test is gratis. Lees ook de informatie van het RIVM.

Heb je verdere ondersteuning nodig?

  • Rode Kruis Hulplijn - 070 4455 888 - Hulp en advies bij quarantaine en een luisterend oor. Maandag t/m zondag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 21:00 uur.
  • Luisterlijn - 0900 0767 - Voor een luisterend oor. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon, chat en e-mail.
  • Stichting MIND - 0900 1450 - Voor ondersteuning bij psychische klachten en lotgenotencontact. Elke werkdag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 18:00 uur.
  • 113 Zelfmoordpreventie - 0800 0113 - Voor hulp bij acute zelfmoordgedachten op anonieme basis. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon en chat.
  • iPractice - 020 2444 889 - Voor een telefonisch consult door een psycholoog op donatiebasis. Bereikbaar op afspraak.
  • Mantelzorglijn - 030 760 6055 - Voor informatie over mantelzorg en het coronavirus via telefoon en WhatsApp. Bereikbaar op werkdagen van 9:00 tot 18:00 uur.
  • Coronahulp.nl - Verwijzingen naar websites voor praktische hulpvragen.
Alle vorige megathreads.
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Megathread (41): Coronavirus COVID-19 in Nederland

English

Hi theNetherlands. This megathread will serve as a hub for all information regarding the corona virus. Please don't share rumours or unconfirmed information.
Keep 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance, wash your hands with soap often, cough and sneeze into the inside of your elbow, use disposable paper handkerchiefs and don't shake hands. Wear a face mask in public transport and publicly accessible spaces. A curfew is in effect from 9.00 pm to 4.30 am. If you exhibit symptoms, stay home and make an appointment for a test with the GGD at 0800-1202 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm). If you have any other questions, call the RIVM at 0800-1351 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm).

Nederlands

Dag theNetherlands. Deze hernieuwde post zal dienen als verzamelplaats voor alle informatie rondom het coronavirus. Deel hier alsjeblieft geen geruchten of informatie die niet officieel bevestigd is.

Actuele maatregelen

De volgende maatregelen zijn geldig tot ten minste 1 maart 2021, tenzij anders vermeld.
  • De avondklok is verlengd tot tenminste 3 maart, 4.30 uur.
  • De lockdown blijft tot ten minste 1 maart actief. Op 23 februari vraagt het kabinet advies aan het OMT of het versoepelen mogelijk en verstandig is.
  • Er geldt een avondklok van 21.00 uur ’s avonds tot 04.30 uur ’s ochtends tot 10 februari. Als het noodzakelijk is om naar buiten te gaan, moeten mensen een formulier ‘Eigen verklaring avondklok’ meenemen. Als dit voor werk is, moeten mensen ook een werkgeversverklaring tonen. Uitzonderingen:
    • In geval van een calamiteit;
    • Als uzelf, een hulpbehoevend persoon of een dier dringend (medische) hulp nodig heeft;
    • Als u van uw werkgever voor werk naar buiten moet;
    • Als u naar het buitenland reist of terugkeert naar Nederland;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een uitvaart en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een oproep van een rechter, officier van justitie of bezwaar- of beroepschriftenzitting en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u in uw eentje een aangelijnde hond uitlaat;
    • Maaltijdbezorgers.
  • De meeste locaties zijn gesloten:
    • Winkels (behalve voor essentiële zaken zoals levensmiddelen);
    • Locaties van contactberoepen zoals kappers, nagelstudio’s, seksinrichtingen;
    • Theaters, concertzalen, bioscopen, casino’s, etc.;
    • Dierenparken, pretparken, etc.;
    • Binnensportlocaties zoals sportscholen, zwembaden, sauna’s, wellness, etc.;
    • Restaurants en cafés.
    • Hotels zijn open, maar restaurants en roomservice in een hotel zijn gesloten.
  • Winkels mogen vanaf 10 februari wel klanten laten bestellen en afhalen. Er moet een tijdsslot gereserveerd worden en er moet minstens vier uur tussen bestellen en ophalen zitten om funshoppen te voorkomen. Winkels die hun deuren toch openen worden helemaal gesloten.
  • Onderwijsinstellingen bieden voornamelijk onderwijs op afstand tot en met ten minste 1 maart.
    • Basisonderwijs en de kinderopvang gaan open op 8 februari, met strenge voorwaarden. Zodra er één positieve test in de klas is, gaat de hele klas in quarantaine en laat zich testen. Er komen meer (snel)testen en intensiever bron- en contactonderzoek.
    • De buitenschoolse opvang en middelbare scholen blijven nog dicht tot 1 maart.
    • In het voortgezet onderwijs kunnen praktijkonderwijs, lessen voor examenleerlingen en het afnemen van schoolexamens in het (voor)examenjaar wel op locatie plaatsvinden.
    • In MBO, HBO en WO mogen examens en tentamens worden afgenomen en is praktijkonderwijs mogelijk.
    • In alle vormen van onderwijs mag er een uitzondering gemaakt worden voor het begeleiden van kwetsbare leerlingen en studenten.
    • Voor kinderen van ouders die een cruciaal beroep hebben, is er noodopvang op de basisschool of de kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang.
  • Alleen (para)medische contactberoepen zijn toegestaan.
  • Ontvang thuis niet meer dan 1 persoon van 13 jaar of ouder per dag. Uitgezonderd mantelzorgers.
  • Ga maximaal 1 keer per dag ergens op bezoek.
  • Werk thuis. Alleen mensen die essentieel zijn voor de voortgang van een bedrijfsproces en die hun werk niet thuis kunnen uitvoeren, mogen naar het werk komen.
  • Ga alleen naar buiten met leden van je huishouden of met een groepje dat bestaat uit maximaal 2 mensen. Uitgezonderd uitvaarten tot 50 mensen.
  • Volwassenen sporten alleen of met zijn tweeën, en alleen buiten. Kinderen t/m 17 jaar mogen sporten in teamverband en mogen wedstrijden onderling spelen, maar ook alleen buiten.
  • Maak alleen gebruik van het openbaar vervoer voor strikt noodzakelijke reizen.
  • Blijf in Nederland. Ga niet op reis naar het buitenland en boek geen buitenlandse reizen tot en met 31 maart. Er gelden reisbeperkingen. Een PCR-test én sneltest zijn verplicht en mensen moeten 10 dagen in quarantaine wanneer ze inreizen.

Hoe kun je verspreiding van het coronavirus voorkomen?

  • Blijf thuis bij klachten, laat je testen en ziek uit.
  • Was vaak je handen met water en zeep.
  • Hoest en nies in de binnenkant van je elleboog.
  • Gebruik papieren zakdoekjes om je neus te snuiten en gooi deze daarna weg.
  • Schud geen handen.
  • Houd 1,5 meter afstand (2 armlengtes) van anderen.
  • Vermijd drukte en draag een mond-neusmasker in openbare ruimten.
  • Werk zoveel mogelijk thuis.

Heb je meer vragen over het coronavirus?

Lees de Vragen en Achtergronden of neem telefonisch contact op met het RIVM via 0800-1351 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur).

Wil je laten testen of je het coronavirus hebt?

Neem contact op met de GGD via 0800-1202 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur). Hou je burgerservicenummer (BSN) bij de hand. De test is gratis. Lees ook de informatie van het RIVM.

Heb je verdere ondersteuning nodig?

  • Rode Kruis Hulplijn - 070 4455 888 - Hulp en advies bij quarantaine en een luisterend oor. Maandag t/m zondag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 21:00 uur.
  • Luisterlijn - 0900 0767 - Voor een luisterend oor. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon, chat en e-mail.
  • Stichting MIND - 0900 1450 - Voor ondersteuning bij psychische klachten en lotgenotencontact. Elke werkdag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 18:00 uur.
  • 113 Zelfmoordpreventie - 0800 0113 - Voor hulp bij acute zelfmoordgedachten op anonieme basis. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon en chat.
  • iPractice - 020 2444 889 - Voor een telefonisch consult door een psycholoog op donatiebasis. Bereikbaar op afspraak.
  • Mantelzorglijn - 030 760 6055 - Voor informatie over mantelzorg en het coronavirus via telefoon en WhatsApp. Bereikbaar op werkdagen van 9:00 tot 18:00 uur.
  • Coronahulp.nl - Verwijzingen naar websites voor praktische hulpvragen.
Alle vorige megathreads.
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Megathread (37): Coronavirus COVID-19 in Nederland

English

Hi theNetherlands. This megathread will serve as a hub for all information regarding the corona virus. Please don't share rumours or unconfirmed information.
Keep 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance, wash your hands with soap often, cough and sneeze into the inside of your elbow, use disposable paper handkerchiefs and don't shake hands. Wear a face mask in public transport and publicly accessible spaces. A curfew is in effect from 8.30 pm to 4.30 am. If you exhibit symptoms, stay home and make an appointment for a test with the GGD at 0800-1202 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm). If you have any other questions, call the RIVM at 0800-1351 (open daily from 8 am to 8 pm).

Nederlands

Dag theNetherlands. Deze hernieuwde post zal dienen als verzamelplaats voor alle informatie rondom het coronavirus. Deel hier alsjeblieft geen geruchten of informatie die niet officieel bevestigd is.

Actuele maatregelen

De volgende maatregelen zijn geldig vanaf zaterdag 23 januari, 21.00 uur tot ten minste 9 februari 2021.
  • Ontvang thuis niet meer dan 1 persoon van 13 jaar of ouder per dag. Uitgezonderd mantelzorgers.
  • Ga maximaal 1 keer per dag ergens op bezoek.
  • Werk thuis. Alleen mensen die essentieel zijn voor de voortgang van een bedrijfsproces en die hun werk niet thuis kunnen uitvoeren, mogen naar het werk komen.
  • Ga alleen naar buiten met leden van je huishouden of met een groepje dat bestaat uit maximaal 2 mensen. Uitgezonderd uitvaarten tot 50 mensen.
  • Er geldt een avondklok van 21.00 uur ’s avonds tot 04.30 uur ’s ochtends. Dat betekent dat je dan niet buiten mag zijn. Als toch het noodzakelijk is om naar buiten te gaan, moeten mensen een formulier ‘Eigen verklaring avondklok’ meenemen. Als dit voor werk is, moeten mensen ook een werkgeversverklaring tonen. Uitzonderingen:
    • In geval van een calamiteit;
    • Als uzelf, een hulpbehoevend persoon of een dier dringend (medische) hulp nodig heeft;
    • Als u van uw werkgever voor werk naar buiten moet;
    • Als u naar het buitenland reist of terugkeert naar Nederland;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een uitvaart en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u onderweg bent in verband met een oproep van een rechter, officier van justitie of bezwaar- of beroepschriftenzitting en dit kunt aantonen;
    • Als u in uw eentje een aangelijnde hond uitlaat;
    • Maaltijdbezorgers.
  • De meeste locaties zijn gesloten:
    • Winkels (behalve voor essentiële zaken zoals levensmiddelen tot 20.00 uur)
    • Locaties van contactberoepen zoals kappers, nagelstudio’s, seksinrichtingen
    • Theaters, concertzalen, bioscopen, casino’s, etc.
    • Dierenparken, pretparken, etc.
    • Binnensportlocaties zoals sportscholen, zwembaden, sauna’s, wellness, etc
    • Restaurants en cafés
    • Hotels zijn open, maar restaurants en roomservice in een hotel zijn gesloten.
  • Onderwijsinstellingen bieden voornamelijk onderwijs op afstand tot en met ten minste 7 februari. De kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang zijn in deze periode gesloten.
    • In het voortgezet onderwijs kunnen praktijkonderwijs, lessen voor examenleerlingen en het afnemen van schoolexamens in het (voor)examenjaar wel op locatie plaatsvinden.
    • In MBO, HBO en WO mogen examens en tentamens worden afgenomen en is praktijkonderwijs mogelijk.
    • In alle vormen van onderwijs mag er een uitzondering gemaakt worden voor het begeleiden van kwetsbare leerlingen en studenten.
  • Voor kinderen van ouders die een cruciaal beroep hebben, is er noodopvang op de basisschool of de kinderopvang en buitenschoolse opvang.
  • Alleen (para)medische contactberoepen zijn toegestaan.
  • Volwassenen sporten alleen of met zijn tweeën, en alleen buiten. Kinderen t/m 17 jaar mogen sporten in teamverband en mogen wedstrijden onderling spelen, maar ook alleen buiten.
  • Maak alleen gebruik van het openbaar vervoer voor strikt noodzakelijke reizen.
  • Blijf in Nederland. Ga niet op reis naar het buitenland en boek geen buitenlandse reizen tot en met 31 maart. Er gelden reisbeperkingen. Een PCR-test én sneltest zijn verplicht en mensen moeten 10 dagen in quarantaine wanneer ze inreizen.

Hoe kun je verspreiding van het coronavirus voorkomen?

  • Blijf thuis bij klachten, laat je testen en ziek uit.
  • Was vaak je handen met water en zeep.
  • Hoest en nies in de binnenkant van je elleboog.
  • Gebruik papieren zakdoekjes om je neus te snuiten en gooi deze daarna weg.
  • Schud geen handen.
  • Houd 1,5 meter afstand (2 armlengtes) van anderen.
  • Vermijd drukte en draag een mond-neusmasker in openbare ruimten.
  • Werk zoveel mogelijk thuis.

Heb je meer vragen over het coronavirus?

Lees de Vragen en Achtergronden of neem telefonisch contact op met het RIVM via 0800-1351 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur).

Wil je laten testen of je het coronavirus hebt?

Neem contact op met de GGD via 0800-1202 (dagelijks geopend van 8:00 tot 20:00 uur). Hou je burgerservicenummer (BSN) bij de hand. De test is gratis. Lees ook de informatie van het RIVM.

Heb je verdere ondersteuning nodig?

  • Rode Kruis Hulplijn - 070 4455 888 - Hulp en advies bij quarantaine en een luisterend oor. Maandag t/m zondag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 21:00 uur.
  • Luisterlijn - 0900 0767 - Voor een luisterend oor. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon, chat en e-mail.
  • Stichting MIND - 0900 1450 - Voor ondersteuning bij psychische klachten en lotgenotencontact. Elke werkdag bereikbaar tussen 9:00 en 18:00 uur.
  • 113 Zelfmoordpreventie - 0800 0113 - Voor hulp bij acute zelfmoordgedachten op anonieme basis. 24 uur per dag bereikbaar per telefoon en chat.
  • iPractice - 020 2444 889 - Voor een telefonisch consult door een psycholoog op donatiebasis. Bereikbaar op afspraak.
  • Mantelzorglijn - 030 760 6055 - Voor informatie over mantelzorg en het coronavirus via telefoon en WhatsApp. Bereikbaar op werkdagen van 9:00 tot 18:00 uur.
  • Coronahulp.nl - Verwijzingen naar websites voor praktische hulpvragen.
Alle vorige megathreads.
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How is all the garbage not burying us alive by now? Just think of all the garbage generated by major cities every single day. It's surreal to think how this civilization could even last a week, with so many people disposing of and using so much frigging stuff.

Yes, a lot of the first world off loads its garbage onto the third world and these developing countries, in turn, generate just as much of their own garbage. Garbage that usually ends up in toxic/illegal landfills, into various waterways, or floating out into the ocean only to become a part of the humongous island garbage patches dotted around the globe.
In my case, nothing served as a more startling example of the waste we collectively generate than the local city dump. Occasionally, to get rid of old furniture and other random stuff, we've made trips to such a place as this, which allows you to drop off old junk in a giant dumping ground for a small fee. Even for the modest town I live in, this local dump, which is privately ran and is only one out of a couple for this area, has always had a literal mountain of garbage tens of feet high, by tens of feet long. It's sheltered in a very large half-open warehouse and there's always so much garbage there that it's practically touching the ceiling high above. And yet this is a normal amount of garbage collection for them. One that replicates itself week after week without fail. And they're not even the official dump for the city, which means that massive amount of garbage I've seen constitutes only a fraction of that actually generated by this city. And then, when you try to broaden the picture, every city, large or small, generates its own sizable amount of trash. Think how much trash a place like New York must create on a daily basis. Enough to fill hundreds, if not thousands, of warehouses like the kind I described above. Go bigger and think of the trash generated by entire countries, or entire continents. All the oceans of garbage and waste flowing out from our daily activity. And this happens every single moment, every single week, every single month, every single year. It's truly mind boggling. How we're not somehow buried in it up to our necks by now is astonishing.
I'm reminded of a joke by Bill Burr, when he remarks on the highly accurate, but not often thought about fact, that everything we've ever used is somewhere. Think about your entire life and everything you've ever donated or thrown away. All that stuff is somewhere out there. Crushed beneath a landfill, or floating out in the ocean, or, just maybe, is being used by someone else. It's crazy to think about, isn't it? The history of people's trash. Those both alive and dead have all left their mark in this way.
I can't help, but notice how in every single house, down every single street, and in every obscure little corner of human habitation; people are using things, throwing things away, buying new things, gobbling up electricity to heat their homes in the winter or cool them in the summer, ordering take-out, driving their cars, making plans for international trips which involve air travel, or other things they'd like to do which requires enormous fossil fuel energy. In every major city, at every single moment of the day, people go to stores, they shop, they dine out, they go to the movies, they mingle at nightclubs, they go to amusements parks and take in all the lurid sights they can. And all this happens. Every. Single. Day. Year upon year. I mean, just think of how this already has happened for decades now. From Chicago, to Tokyo, to Melbourne, to Toronto. Every single day. Every single night. How in the hell has it managed to go on for this long? With that much energy and resources being used by so many people, in so many places. By rights, it should have all collapsed within a week, yet it's been chugging along for decades now without stopping. Quite the opposite, it's only grown and grown. It makes me realize just how much there is in nature. How much energy to be exploited, how many animals there are to be slaughtered, how many other resources there are to be extracted. And that, as of now, we've squeezed and consumed every last drop out of it. Resources that could have lasted centuries, if not millennia, assuming they were properly managed, with far less people around to need them in the first place (at least less than a billion). Instead, we've taken all of it and stuffed into every belching furnace we could, simply to keep the infernal engine running. Hotels, restaurants, high price getaway resorts, luxury cruises, casinos, and whatever other bullshit you can think of. All so as to keep the lights on and the music booming in every single city across the world, and doubly so for the major ones. Like I said, it's just staggering to me that it's all lasted this long.
For better or worse, the world is unknown to me. In my case, I've been a hermit for nearly 15 years. I've never partied, or traveled, or done anything at all except sit quietly in my room. A tidy and well kept dungeon of near perpetual darkness, with garbage bags and thick cardboard taped over every window, leaving me lost behind my own wall of near perfect isolation. All I can do is sit with myself, stewing in morbid self-attention or mulling over any number of other equally dreary topics. Too much time spent thinking about all the things I'd rather not think about. One such common thought would be whether or not anything else will ever make itself known to me, or if all that I've come to realize is all there will ever be. Perhaps hedonism is really all there is. Perhaps matters of pleasure, for whatever form that might take for each individual, really are the only point to life. Sometimes I wonder that, if the world is going to die anyway, you might as well get drunk and party like there's no tomorrow and experience as much as you can before it's gone. If this is true, as I sometimes think to myself, then I suppose I've truly failed in my life. I haven't enjoyed myself and I have nothing, even on the most base level, that could warrant my time spent rotting on this planet. No good memories, no traveling anywhere, no having unique experiences. I've been as good as dead from the day I was born. Everything I've seen outside my window or through my computer screen, might as well be like pictures in a book. A faint two dimensional shadow of something that can never be anything more than what it is. Resting in my imagination only, but not even passing as a figment of the real thing. I'm a pale imitation of life. One that wishes I could have at least gotten something out of all this, as bad as it is, despite knowing in my heart that I never will.
ADDITIONAL EDIT BELOW:
Thanks for all the info. I hadn't considered some of what was mentioned here and it's given me more to think about. The world is, indeed, a large place and thus affords a copious amount of room for our trash. I'll admit that I wasn't aware of how efficiently garbage can, sometimes, be disposed of. Then again, in a world where a large amount of the air, food, water, and earth is poisoned, I suppose it doesn't much matter in the end how much or how little garbage it is that we actually generate. Well, like I said, it's still staggering to me how long this has gone on for. Consumerism, starting from 1945 and onwards, has been around for a little over 75 years now and, with it, most of our modern conveniences. That's nothing when compared against the rest of human history, let alone the deep time of the natural world, but I don't know. Like I said, it's dubiously amazing to me that it all even lasted a month. The fact that our current arrangements can last longer than a week at most, is even more dubiously amazing.
As for myself, I've accepted my lot in life. For what little that amounts to, I suppose. Not everyone has a taste for life, or is cut out for actually living as one would ordinarily expect. It's a sad thing, but as long as humans have been around for, there have been people like me who have puttered about in their dreary existences. Those who've just sort of trudged through life carried by their own prior inertia and fear of death. Tens of millions have come and gone who have found themselves in this predicament and, to this day, there are still those condemned to do the same. I'm just another regrettable example of it. It's not fine, but I accept it. I am what I am and, for better or worse, no one should deny who it is they truly are. Even if who they are only brings them pain and puts them apart from nearly every living thing on the planet. That's how it is, but I guess it doesn't stop me from complaining about it, as I've unfortunately done here, so apologies for that.
If there are self-made purgatories, then we all have to live in them. Mine can be no worse than someone else's.
Also, for what it's worth, I'm actually a pretty healthy individual. I engage in at-home exercises, have an extremely clean diet, and take Vitamin D and pro-biotic supplements. I do the laundry, I keep my room exceptionally clean, and, along with my mother, I keep our home well kept and decent. Believe it or not, but these are all things I've done for many years now. And you know what? I still feel the way it is I feel. Garbage bags over the windows and everything. Last year, as a matter of fact, I did enough work around this house to have kept at least 3 separate contractors busy for weeks, but, at the end of the day, I was still left with what I otherwise was. I operated a jackhammer and single-handedly cleared away tonnes and tonnes of old concrete that had been blighting our property for years, only to then do the back breaking work of disposing of it as well. I painted our entire fence, I painted and re-sanded our old deck, and I cleaned up the basement, the garage and the shed from top to bottom. It's partly thanks to what I did that we have a brand new driveway now, since I got the ball rolling on it and significantly reduced the cost through my efforts. But, in the end, I didn't do these things because I was ever asked to do them, but to silence the madness in my mind and to briefly make an escape from my isolation.
I didn't have to do these things, but I needed to all the same. Anything to make the pain inside my heart/mind stop, if only for a little while. Like modern media before I was stricken with anhedonia, these tasks were essentially a form of escapism for me. An escapism used to briefly evade experiencing my own empty existence. I don't know what's wrong with me, but, whatever it is, it's been with me all my life. Aside from my mother, and occasionally my older brother when he comes to visit, I speak with no one. I have no friends and, frankly, I have no idea how to make them. This is as true for the digital world, as it is for the flesh and blood one. I don't know what to do about whatever it is I am, but, as hard as it's been, I've tried to accept that this might just be who I was always destined to be. Plus, it's been so many years now. So many years of this. You fall down a hole long enough and, sooner or later, you can't imagine any other way to be. Well, again, it'd just been nice to get something out of all this, this whole civilization thing, besides just being a hermit. I guess in the age of COVID, that's what everyone's encouraged to be anyway. It's like Junji Ito's Army of One made manifest. Who'd have ever thought.
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Covid-19 Update for January 29: 543 new cases, 765 recoveries, 14 deaths + Outline of Relaunch Plan + Announced Relaxation for In-Person Dining Restrictions/Indoor Fitness

Data is taken from the Covid-19 portal and today's media availability with Premier Jason Kenney, Minister of Health Tyler Shandro, and Dr Deena Hinshaw. Dr Hinshaw's next availability it will be Monday.
There are currently enhanced measures in effect for the province of Alberta. This link provides a quick summary of which ones are in effect for different regions of Alberta. Alberta is currently on "Early Steps", with the goal of reaching Step 1 on February 8th.
Top line numbers:
Value Current Change Total
Total cases +543 123,364
Active cases 7,805 -236
Cases with "Unknown source" 1,129 (34.8%) in last 7 days -49 (-0.3%)
Tests +11,608 (~4.68% positive) 3,154,153
People tested +3,029 1,749,944 (~400,353/million)
Hospitalizations 594 +3/-7 based on yesterday's post/portal data 5,326 (+33)
ICU 110 -2/-3 based on yesterday's post/portal data 858 (+7)
Deaths +14 1,620
Recoveries +765 113,939
Age Range of Deaths
Age Bracket New Deaths Total Deaths
20-29 0 7
30-39 1 8
40-49 0 18
50-59 0 51
60-69 1 164
70-79 3 321
80+ 9 1,050
Unknown 0 1
Vaccinations
Value Change Total
Vaccinations +1,803 104,327 (~23,868/million)
Albertans with 2 vaccinations +1,680 14,352 (~3,283/million)
Reported UK and South Africa Variants
  • The value is updated by Alberta Health weekly
  • Last update: January 29
Variant Change since last update (January 25) Cases
United Kingdom (B.1.1.7) +11 31
South Africa (B.1.351) +1 6
Spatial distribution of people tested, cases, and deaths:
  • All other values are compared with respect to yesterday
Zone Active Cases People Tested Total New Cases Total New Deaths Total
Calgary 3,138 (-64) +1,203 708,112 +223 47,320 +1 505
Central 692 (-18) +290 155,673 +67 8,777 +3 87
Edmonton 2,662 (-102) +834 581,259 +155 51,266 +9 848
North 957 (-53) +350 164,314 +58 10,049 +1 109
South 340 (+4) +179 108,042 +39 5,822 +0 71
Unknown 16 (-3) +173 32,544 +1 130 +0 0
Effective Reproductive Number (R, or Rt)
  • The value is updated by Alberta Health on Mondays
  • Last update: January 25
  • What % the confidence interval represents isn't stated
Zone R Value (Confidence interval)
Province-wide 0.81 (0.79-0.84)
Edmonton 0.81 (0.77-0.85)
Calgary 0.83 (0.79-0.87)
Rest of Province 0.77 (0.73-0.82)
Spatial distribution of cases for select cities and regions (cities proper for Calgary and Edmonton):
City/Municipality Total Active Recovered Deaths
Edmonton 41,833 (+122) 2,134 (-87) 38,987 (+204) 712 (+5)
Calgary 39,762 (+185) 2,592 (-41) 36,718 (+225) 452 (+1)
Red Deer 1,844 (+17) 174 (+2) 1,651 (+14) 19 (+1)
Lethbridge 1,704 (+29) 133 (+15) 1,559 (+14) 12 (+0)
Fort McMurray 1,681 (+2) 92 (-10) 1,586 (+12) 3 (+0)
Brooks 1,361 (+0) 3 (-1) 1,344 (+1) 14 (+0)
Grande Prairie 1,150 (+7) 147 (-5) 984 (+12) 19 (+0)
High River + county 769 (+0) 24 (-3) 738 (+3) 7 (+0)
Mackenzie county 553 (+7) 40 (+4) 498 (+3) 15 (+0)
Medicine Hat 527 (+2) 21 (+0) 493 (+2) 13 (+0)
Cardston county 466 (+4) 83 (-7) 377 (+11) 6 (+0)
I.D. No 9 (Banff) 423 (+11) 29 (+11) 394 (+0) 0
Wheatland county 232 (+2) 14 (+1) 218 (+1) 0
Warner county 158 (+0) 6 (+0) 150 (+0) 2 (+0)
Wood Buffalo municipality 133 (+2) 9 (+2) 124 (+0) 0
Rest of Alberta 30,768 (+153) 2,304 (-117) 28,118 (+263) 346 (+7)
Other municipalities with 10+ active cases is given at this link
Schools with outbreaks are listed online.
Quick numbers (changes since yesterday):
  • 114 school are on alert (2-4 active cases) (+4)
  • 15 schools are on outbreak with 5-9 active cases (+2)
  • 4 school is on outbreak with over 10 active cases (+0)
Spatial distribution of hospital usage (change as of yesterday's post):
  • Hospitalization zone are where the patient is receiving care, not zone of residence
Zone Hospitalized ICU
Calgary 199 (+8) 48 (+2)
Edmonton 246 (-9) 38 (-4)
Central 45 (-1) 7 (+0)
South 34 (+3) 8 (-1)
North 70 (+2) 9 (+1)
Statements by Premier Kenney
Opening Remarks
  • Alberta must continue to proceed cautiously
  • System is managing as a province, but some hospital facilities is still significant
  • Peak reached in early January (>90% Covid capable bed occupancy)
  • Problem in every region of the province as many rural regions are cared for in Calgary/Edmonton
  • All healthcare workers have limits and we must protect capacity
  • Notes (i) Peter Lougheed and Butterdome field units, (ii) AHS having no budget limits at the moment, and (iii) limited staff available
Restrictions
  • Recognizes that stress that comes with economic and employment instability
  • Why a "lockdown" has never been imposed with curfews, closed schools, and business closure
  • Broad public support and compliance is important
  • To strike this balance, wants to show a path forward...that bending curve lets public health measures lift
  • Must be carefully, slowly, and data driven
Restriction Metrics
  • Restrictions will be lifted in a stepped approach based on hospitalizations (ICU and general acute) values. It is a lagging indicator of healthcare capacity
  • When a benchmark is reached, discussion will be considered for further advancement of relaxation. Hospitalizations will be primary factor, but growth of cases will also be considered
  • Hospitalizations will be reviewed 3 weeks later. If hospitalizations have continued to fall, further progression will be considered
  • Case numbers represent recent trends and will be used to determine if relaxations need to be paused or if additional restrictions are needed
  • If cases surge to exponential growth and if a variant begins to increase spread, restrictions will be imposed again
Details of Relaxation Plan
  • Some restrictions will apply in all steps and at least 3 weeks are place in between each step
  • Early Steps: Schools open, outdoor gatherings up to 10 people, personal and wellness by appointment only, funerals up to 20 people
  • Step 1 - Begins February 8th: Some easing in school function (indoooutdoor sports, performance activities), some indoor fitness, some dine-in options for restaurants/cafes/pubs bound by clear limitations (e.g. - distancing requirements, group size, masking, etc).
  • Step 2 - Requires: Average hospitalization <450: Some easing for retail, banquet halls, community halls, hotels, conference centres. Some further easing on children sports/performance, indoor fitness
  • Step 3 - Requires: Average hospitalization <300: Consider places of worship and limited reopening of museums, libraries, casinos, and indoor seated events. Consider indoor indoor social gatherings with limitations. All that are considered will have restrictions still
  • Step 4 - Requires: Average hospitalization <150: Restrictions will exist, but will be closer to last summer. Wide range of indoor and indoor activities would be considered. Wedding/funeral receptions, trade shows, are on the table at this point
  • Requires buy in from Albertans
  • As measures are eased, community spread can occur
  • Moving from 1 stage to another will not be automatic - it will be open for discussion
  • Leading indicators will be used to warn of "red flags" for pausing relaxation
Closing Remarks
  • Minister of Jobs Doug Schweitzer will make announcements for support in coming days
  • Hopes that this will be a boost to Albertans and Albertan businesses
  • We are not at the end and it will be a while until we see a real effect from vaccines. Variants add to the challenge
  • This is not "back to normal" and if we think so, we'll start rolling back steps of the above plan again
Q&A
  • There are people who willingly ignore restrictions. What should be done here?: Enforcement is last resort. Regrettable to see that people are doing this and it is disrespectful to healthcare staff; they are saying they are more important than healthcare and can hurt the entire province. Understands the frustration, but things won't improve if people continue to break rules. Calls politicians who support ignoring restrictions "irresponsible" and thinks stronger enforcement is required
  • (Upon prompting, Dr Hinshaw added that most Albertans are following restrictions and cannot let the minority dictate the actions of the majority - more compliance results in higher potential for restrictions down the road)
  • How much decision making is politics in UCP strongholds?: Decisions in Covid cabinet are data driven. One factor is population compliance; polling say it's about 20% of Albertans think restrictions are too stringent, 40% say it's about right, 40% not strong enough (believes there is no strong consensus). Believes vast majority of Albertans are compliant
  • Who will get delayed with limited vaccine doses?: Defers to Minister Shandro. Notes he is worried about EU restricting exports of vaccine and asks federal government put pressure on Pfizer
  • (Minister Shandro: Still reviewing. Will follow recommendations of health officials and defers to Dr Hinshaw)
  • (Dr Hinshaw: Risk of severe outcomes driven. Still need to review)
Statements by Dr Hinshaw
Cases
  • ~12% of schools have active cases (607 cases combined)
  • Active cases in 291 schools
  • 12 cases of variants identified: 31 UK total, 6 from South Africa
  • All but 3 linked to travel and from same household (1 was the community spread case)
  • No evidence of further community spread
Relaxations
  • Knows many Albertans are keen to return to activities they have missed
  • Most important step will be following restrictions in spirit
  • If in-person interactions can be replaced, cases will further reduce and prevent spread of variants
Q&A
  • What data is being used for deciding Step 1?: Uses BC as an example for successful limited service in these activities and did study of where spread can occur. Group fitness events are high spread (especially high intensity). Opening for fitness will be to bar high intensity fitness. Opening only low risk parts (e.g. - only a single household at a table). More information next week.
  • (Premier Kenney added that global data was used)
  • How much did Covid variant affect this plan?: Key part of plan is followed by 3 weeks of observation. A part of the 3 week timeline is to monitor for rising cases. This will allow for monitoring
  • How confident are you in containing variant?: Concerning in case identification. Significant testing of incoming travellers has allowed for early containment of most cases
  • (Premier Kenney added: Concerned for widespread risk of variant. Also considers some positives in vaccines being rolled out and increased contact tracing)
Statements by Minster Shandro
  • Proud of progress of vaccination
  • Notes Moderna's cut; it feels like Alberta isn't a priority
  • Alberta Health was informed that it will reduce from 24,600 to 18,800 doses (5,800 fewer. ~23.5%)
  • Informed all February Moderna deliveries being accessed, so unknown how much Alberta will receive in that time
  • Accessing impact on first and second doses
  • Knows the frustration from Albertans and thinks new from federal governments continues getting worse
  • Wants a national strategy for vaccine supply
Q&A
  • Does reopening 1 week from now contradict previous comments from Dr Hinshaw/Minister Shandro?: 2 important messages about "stepping up and stepping down". Trying to show Albertans how it could happen and separate from message of potential for further restrictions if cases spread further
  • (Upon request from Minister Shandro, Premier Kenney added: The approach is very gradual and are already available in neighbouring provinces of BC and Saskatchewan. Will monitor closely as to best balance multiple pressure on the province. Notes mental health has worsened because of economic stresses for business owners)
  • (Dr Hinshaw was asked to add by Premier Kenney: Notes that significant restrictions will exist in the sectors that reopen. But to get more than that will take more work from Albertans to reduce cases and hospitalization)
Additional information will be logged below:
  • The final question was for Premier Kenney in French. While I cannot translate, the reporter stated it was about the compliance of Albertans on vaccines.
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Covid-19 - new February lockdown rules - what you can and can't do

The Catalan government has announced updated rules and guidelines relating to the ongoing pandemic.
TLDR: as of Monday 8 February, you can:
You are not allowed to leave or enter Catalonia without good reason (e.g. work, emergency, important administrative reasons, court summons, caring for dependents, etc).
Comarcal (county, NOT municipal) lockdown from Monday 8 February - 22 February
The daily curfew rules remain:
Bars and restaurants:
Shops, stores and other businesses:
Culture
Education
Sport and fitness
Others
Work
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Victoria records 3 new local cases and 0 new overseas cases

Victoria records 3 new local cases and 0 new overseas cases

New cases reported in the last 24 hours

  • +3 new local cases:
    • All three of the locally acquired cases in the community have been identified as primary close contacts of the existing cases in the Mentone and Mitcham clusters.
    • There are now exposure sites in Albert Park, Bairnsdale, Black Rock, Box Hill South, Brighton, Camberwell, Cape Schank, Caufield, Cheltenham, Doveton, Forest Hill, Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Hallam, Glen Waverley, Lakes Entrance, Leongatha, Mentone, Mordialloc, Melbourne CBD, Moorabbin, Mount Waverley, Oakleigh, Southbank, and Wonthaggi and we expect this list of exposure site to increase over coming days as contact tracing continues
  • +0 new overseas cases.
  • Recap from yesterday:
    • All 18 of the locally acquired cases in the community have been identified as primary close contacts to the existing cases in the Mentone and Mitcham clusters.
    • Genomic sequencing results have been received from the samples from the Victorian outbreak, and it has established they are directly linked to the New South Wales cluster.
    • There are now exposure sites in Black Rock, Brighton, Cape Schank, Cheltenham, Doveton, Forest Hill, Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Hallam, Glen Waverley, Lakes Entrance, Leongatha, Mentone, Mordialloc, Melbourne CBD, Moorabbin, Mount Waverley, Oakleigh, Southbank, and Wonthaggi and this list of exposure site will increase over coming days as contact tracing continues.
    • ⚠️ There are new case exposure sites, please see information below.
  • Expected overseas arrivals today, 03 January, 2021: 74

Recap from the Presser

Huge thanks to u/chessc for the summary:
Jacinta Allan:
  • 32 active cases
  • 3 new local cases - all linked to Thai cafe cluster
  • 0 new overseas cases
  • 190 testing sites operational in Victoria
  • Sites open from 8am to 8pm
  • 88% of people receive test results within 24 hours
  • 99.9% of people receive results within 48 hours
  • All Victorians who have returned from NSW have received text message alert with instructions specific to their circumstances
Allen Cheng:
  • 21 total cases in Thai cafe cluster
  • Haven't found the source but are investigating several avenues
  • All genomic testing results (from 10 people) show link to NSW outbreak
  • 220 close contacts in isolation
  • 359 secondary contacts
  • Expecting more close contacts to test positive in coming weeks
  • All transmissions so far are at the Thai cafe or in family gatherings
Jeroen Weimar:
  • DHHS website has details of all testing sites open
  • 35% increase in tests in the south-eastern suburbs yesterday
  • 51 exposure sites listed on website
  • 60,000 people came home from NSW to Victoria on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
  • People who are still in NSW and have an urgent need to return to Victoria: exemptions applications are being triaged and will take at least 24 hours to process

Cases to date

Last 24 hours TOTAL
Confirmed cases +3 20,391
Active +3 32
Recovered +0 19,538
Deaths +0 820
Community transmission +0 3,762
Test results received +22,477 3,929,815
Hospital +0 0

Active cases breakdown

Last 24 hours TOTAL
TOTAL +3 32
Locally acquired +3 21
Overseas +0 11

Currently in quarantine (as at 11pm on the 02/01)

Type of resident In quarantine hotel TOTAL In health/complex care hotels TOTAL
TOTAL 2,225 145
Returned overseas traveller 1,929 130
Airline crew 69 2
Community* 206 7
Frontline worker 3 0
Voluntary support person 1 6
*includes interstate travellers.

⚠️Case alerts – public exposure sites⚠️

Some points to note:
  • Please read the pinned stickied note within this post.

If you have visited any of the locations listed in the table below during the date and time indicated you must get tested immediately and quarantine for 14 days from the exposure.
Location Site Exposure period Notes
Abbotsford Bodriggy Brewing Company 245 Johnston Street, Abbotsford VIC 3067 28/12/20 2:50pm-5:30pm Case dined at venue
Black Rock Smile Buffalo Thai restaurant 305 Beach Road, Black Rock VIC 3193 21/12/20 7:30pm-9:30pm Case dined in restaurant
Black Rock Smile Buffalo Thai restaurant 305 Beach Road, Black Rock VIC 3193 21/12/20 6:30pm-9:40pm Case dined in restaurant
Black Rock Smile Buffalo Thai restaurant 305 Beach Road, Black Rock VIC 3193 27/12/20 7.30pm - 9pm Case dined for dinner
Brighton Royal Brighton Yacht Club - outdoor dining 253 Esplanade, Brighton VIC 3186 29/12/20 12:00pm-2:00pm Case dined in outdoor restaurant
Docklands Melbourne Boat Hire - Yarra River Cruise. 45 Newquay Promenade, Docklands VIC 3008 28/12/2020 11.26am-2:00pm Case attended venue
Doveton Holy Family Parish Doveton Catholic 100 Power Road, Doveton VIC 3177 26/12/20 4:00pm-6:00pm Case attended Spanish Service
Glen Waverley Village Century City 285-287 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150 28/12/20 2:45pm-5:30pm Case attended Gold Class screening Wonder Woman 1984
McKinnon Hotlocks By Rachael Hairdresser, 260 McKinnon Road, McKinnon VIC 3204 23/12/20 4:00pm-6:00pm Case had hair cut in store
Melbourne Fonda Mexican Flinders Lane 31 Flinders Lane Melbourne 29/12/20 6:00pm-7:30pm Case attended restaurant
Melbourne Melbourne Central Lion Hotel, 211 La Trobe Street 28/12/2020 10pm - 12.30am Case attended venue
Melbourne Left Bank Melbourne, 1 Southbank Blvd 25/12/20 12pm - 3pm Case ate in store
Mordialloc Woodlands Golf Club - club bar 109 White Street Mordialloc VIC 3195 23/12/20 12:30pm-1:30pm Case attended club house bar
Mordialloc Woodlands Golf Club - club bar 109 White Street Mordialloc VIC 3195 28/12/20 4:40pm-5:15pm Case attended club house bar
Moorabin Grape and Grain Liquor Cellars, 14/16 Station St 21/12/20 2pm - 10pm 22/12/20 10am - 6pm 24/12/20 1pm - 10pm 28/12/20 8.05pm - 8.47pm 29/12/20 12pm - 4pm Cases workplace
Southbank Rockpool Bar and Grill, Crown Casino 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank 23/12/20 8:00pm-10:00pm Case attended restaurant

💩️Coronavirus fragments detected in wastewater

From the media release published on the 1st of January:
Viral fragments have been detected in a sample of wastewater taken from the inlet to the Lakes Entrance wastewater treatment plant on 29 December.
The Department of Health and Human Services is urging anyone in the Lakes Entrance area with any coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms, no matter how mild, to get tested and stay home until they receive their result.
Bairnsdale Regional Health Services drive-through testing site is open from 9am to 5pm on New Year’s Day and over the weekend.

Other helpful information and links

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DD - Funko Toys

2/9/21 Update: Additional info posted here

Funko is a good company with solid performance that is still trading at a reasonable price. Check out my DD below:

Funko (FNKO)
Share Price (1/28/21) : $11.97
Share Price (09/16/19) : $27.86
Short Interest (1/26/21) : 14%
Next Earnings Release: March 2021
Funko Inc. is an American company that manufactures licensed pop culture collectibles, best known for its licensed vinyl figurines and bobbleheads. They have over 1,000 licenses across music, video games, film, TV, sports and many other pop culture properties. Some of their most popular licensed brands include Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, Pokemon, Fortnite, NBA, NFL, MLB, DC Comics, and a variety of anime properties.
Several points below support the belief that Funko’s revenue grew during the 2020 holiday season and could continue well into 2021:
· Increasing search traffic for Funko products
· Direct sales growth is driving increased revenue and profitability
· Parents are buying more gifts for their kids due to COVID
· People have more disposable income from staying at home and not going out
· Expansion of new products and licensees continuing through 2021
· Collectible investments like Funko POP! figures are exploding in value and popularity
· Recent analyst commentary, valuation, and financials are positive
FUNKO’S SEARCH TRAFFIC REACHES AN ALL-TIME HIGH IN Q4 2020
“Funko” google trends search traffic was up 20-30% in Q4 2020 (vs. Q4 2019)
Searches for “Funko” were up 2x in December vs the beginning of November 2020
After falling in December, “Funko” searches are trending back up to all-time-high levels
FUNKO’S DIRECT SALES INITIATIVES DRIVING HIGHER REVENUE & MARGIN
Funko Direct Sales (B2C) grew significantly in Q3 and likely to continue into Q4
· B2C business as a percentage of sales increased to 8% in Q3 2020 from 4% during the prior year.
· Funko’s e-commerce site grew over 150% vs. the prior year in Q3 2020
· The number of SKU’s on Funko’s e-commerce site rose tenfold since June 2020
“We went from only 200 of our own products [on our website] as late as June this year, to now well over 2,000 products available on our website.” – Funko CEO, Brian Mariotti
Funko’s first ever Selena Pop! sold out online in just 40 minutes.
Funko’s Q3 2020 Gross Profit % and Operating Margin % were near all-time-highs for the company
· Funko’s Q3 Gross Profit Percentage of 38.6% was its second highest ever (behind only Q1 2020)
· Funko’s Q3 Operating Profit Percentage of 10.8% was its second highest ever (behind only Q4 2018)
· As Funko continues to grow it’s B2C e-commerce sales in Q4 and beyond, it is possible that gross profit and operating profit percentages could rise as well
Retail customers were able to shift their Brick & Mortar inventory to their e-commerce channels to Funko unit sales
· Funko resellers who didn’t sell online were severely impacted by Brick & Mortar closures during COVID stay-at-home orders. As 2020 progressed, some of these retailers were able to create online stores (e.g.- Shopify, Amazon, eBay, etc.) through which they could sell their Funko inventory.
· Larger retailers that already had an omni-channel presence were able to shift their sales inventory from their Brick & Mortar stores to online fulfilment.
Funko has also created a mini-Pop! factory at its headquarters where customers can make their own custom Funko at a price of $25 each
· According to Funko, you can customize your Pop! using thousands of combinations. It’s “Think Build-A-Bear meets Funko Pop!” according to CEO Brian Mariotti.
· With a $25 price point, the margins are likely higher than the average Pop! figure that retails for between $10 to $15
PARENTS BUYING MORE GIFTS FOR THEIR KIDS DUE TO COVID
Parents likely splurged on their kids out of guilt of having shelter at home because of restrictions and to keep them occupied while they had to work at home.
· “Faced with rising transmission of the virus, state restrictions on retailers and heightened political and economic uncertainty, consumers chose to spend on gifts that lifted the spirits of their families and friends and provided a sense of normalcy given the challenging year. We believe President-elect Biden’s stimulus proposal, with direct payments to families and individuals, and further aid for small businesses and tools to keep businesses open, will keep the economy growing.” NRF President Matthew Shay
· “2020 was an unprecedented year for the U.S. toy industry. The growth we’ve seen in the toy industry speaks to the fact that parents are willing to put their children’s happiness above all else. The industry’s resiliency is very much underpinned by the reality that, in times of hardship, families look to toys to help keep their children engaged, active, and delighted. Put simply, toys are a big part of the happiness equation.” Juli Lennett - VP, U.S. Toys at NPD
Toy sales were strong in 2020 as US retail sales of toys was up 16% vs 2019; driven by pandemic spending
· According to NPD, “Much of the growth in 2020 was directly correlated to the COVID-19 pandemic and the changing consumer behavior associated with widespread lockdowns and school closures, the disposable income diverted from other types of entertainment to toys, as well as the onset of federal stimulus checks.”
Consumer spending on toys increased measurably due to lockdowns; with strong performance continuing through the holidays
· Per NPD, “While toy sales through mid-March 2020 were flat vs. 2019, widespread lockdown measures led to an abrupt increase in sales. This was further amplified by the distribution of stimulus checks beginning in April, resulting in the strongest month of growth for the year in May (+38%). Toy industry growth peaked again in October with an increase of 33% when the holiday season kicked off with Amazon Prime Day along with other retailer deals the same week.”
Key retail sources reporting significant sales growth during Q4 2020 suggest Funko sales performance was strong
· Target Q4 sales were fantastic showing signs of retail strength with a consumer that overlaps well with the Funko
> Overall comparable sales were up 17.2%
> Comparable digital sales were up over 100%
> Store-originated comparable sales were up 4.2%
> Store traffic was up 4.3%
> Average ticket size was up 12.3%
· GameStop Q4 sales were solid; showing additional potential for Funko sales
> Same store sales were up 4.8% in Q4 2020
> Online sales increased 309% in Q4 2020
· According to the NRF, 2020 Holiday Retail Sales were up 8.3% compared to the prior year despite the pandemic
> A surge in online shopping drove the increase (rising 32% vs. 2019)
> The increase of 8.3% was over double the average increase of 3.5% that the industry had seen over the last five years.
MORE DISPOSABLE INCOME TO SPEND AT HOME BY NOT GOING OUT
The National Retail Federation (NRF) says that strong retail performance has been driven by consumers with stimulus checks and extra savings from not going out or traveling
· “There was a massive boost to consumer wallets this season. Consumers were able to splurge on holiday gifts because of increased money in their bank accounts from the stimulus payments they received earlier in the year and the money they saved by not traveling, dining out, or attending entertainment events” – NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
Spending on “experiences” fell significantly in 2020
· The US Travel Association forecasts that spending on travel fell $500 billion in 2020 from $1.1 trillion in 2019
> The industry has lost about 40% of its direct travel jobs (about 3.5 million jobs) in 2020; driven by a reduction in business travel
> Foreign visitors to the US fell about 75% in 2020; driving a $119 billion reduction in travel spending
· Concert spending is down dramatically
> Live Nation reported a 98% decline in concert revenue in Q2 2020 and a 95% decline in concert revenue in Q3 2020
> About 5.2 million tickets were refunded in Q3 2020 and 23.3 million tickets had been refunded so far in 2020 (as of the end of Q3)
· Movie theater attendance is down substantially
> AMC theaters saw a 97% decline in attendance and a 91% decline in revenue in Q3 2020
> Cinemark saw a 96% decline in revenue
> Marcus Corporation (which also owns hotels and restaurants) saw a 84% decline in revenue
> Studio Movie Grill filed for bankruptcy
· Other anecdotal information points to more stay-at-home activity decreasing recreational spending
> Chuck E Cheese’s declared bankruptcy
> Dave & Busters is considering bankruptcy and plans layoffs of +1,000
> CiCi’s Pizza declares bankruptcy
> Starbucks saw fewer customers, reduced store hours, increased store closures, and a 5% decline in revenues in Q4 2020. This has led them to plan a shift to more “to-go” formats
> Many Las Vegas Hotels and Casinos have decided to close “part-time” during the week due to lower attendance and travel.
These include Encore, Rio, Linq, Planet Hollywood, Mandalay Bay, Park MGM, and Mirage
The majority of food buffets at the major hotels and casinos have been shuttered for the time being
Stimulus checks and other government programs to support consumer spending provide tailwinds for retail activity
· The US government authorized more than $10,000 per person in stimulus spending in 2020 over the course of five relief bills totaling $3.5 trillion
· More stimulus spending is expected; including a potential $1.9 trillion package that could include an additional $1,400 in stimulus checks
MORE SKUS / LICENSES ARE GROWING AND EXPECTED TO CONINUE STRONG
Active properties continue to rise and are expected to grow well into the future
· The number of active properties in Q3 2020 grew 15% over 2019
· Active properties grew from 644 in Q2 to 715 in Q3 2020
· The potential universe for Funko Pops! is limitless as new films, tv shows, musicians, anime characters, sports stars, and other media properties are created every year.
Some of the hot properties for this year and beyond
· Star Wars: Baby Yoda, Mandalorian, Rey, Valentine’s Day, etc.
· Marvel: WandaVision, Deadpool, Lucha Libre, Spiderman, Venom
· Anime: Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, Bakugan, My Hero Academia
· Films: Harry Potter, The Goonies, The Mummy, Fast & Furious
· TV: The Office, Umbrella Academy, The Queen’s Gambit, The Simpsons
· Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, WWE
· Others: Disney, Pokemon, etc.
Retail exclusives can grow the potential universe of licenses and increase retailer buy-in
· For example: A retailer like GameStop could lobby Funko to make a GameStop exclusive of the WallStreetBets Kid like this person suggested here. (The exclusive Pop! would be made into a limited edition and sold only to GameStop to sell at their stores)
COLLECTIBLE INVESTMENTS ARE GROWING IN VALUE & POPULARITY
· Funko: The average Pops! Figure has a retail price from between $10 and $15 which allows most people an affordable entry point into collecting. Over time some Pops! Figures increase substantially in price; from $50 to $100 to even several thousand dollars. While some collectors buy Pops! as primarily an investment, many more buy them as a way to show their fandom. Whether they are avid Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pokemon, Sports, or Anime fans; collectors build large collections and show them off to friends.
· Sports Cards: To those paying attention, sports cards have been on a massive run with some cards worth more than your parent’s house and your sister’s car. Since the pandemic started, the demand for sports collectibles from basketball to football to soccer (and many others) has skyrocketed. Countless videos of box-breaks and pack openings have become the norm on social media. Some of these boxes are being purchased for tens of thousands with “hits” ranging from several hundred to hundreds of thousands.
· Collector’s Universe: This company that grades sports cards and other collectibles has tripled in value since June 2020. The number of sports collectors grading cards has exploded as demand rises. The popularity of grading sports cards is expected to maintain as prices continue to rise and the hobby becomes more mainstream.
ANALYST COMMENTARY AND FINANCIALS ARE A POSTIVE FOR THE STOCK
Piper Sandler: Upgraded Funko from “Neutral” to “Overweight” (raising their price target from $6 to $12).
· Analyst Erin Murphy sees evidence of “subsequent revenue pillars” with their recent launch of Snapsies at 800 Target stores; along with an expansion into board games and its digital efforts, which include a newly launched website in six European countries.
Valuation Comparison: Market Cap / Revenue (TTM)
· Funko: MC - $604 million / Rev - $640 million (0.9x sales)
· Mattel: MC - $6.27 billion / Rev - $4.43 billion (1.4x sales)
· Hasbro: MC - $13.13 billion / Rev - $5.17 billion (2.5x sales)
Key Financial Trends For Funko
· Q3 2020 EPS (Adjusted) = $0.31
> Third highest ever (only Q4 2018 & Q3 2019 were higher)
· Q3 2020 Revenue = $191 million
> Fourth highest ever (only Q4 2018, Q3 2019, and Q4 2019 were higher)
· Q3 2020 Revenue increase vs prior quarter of 94%
> Q1 and Q2 2020 saw significant declines due to COVID
> Q3 2020 only down 14% vs Q3 2019 despite Q2 2020 being down 49%
> Q3 2020 strength driven by Funko adapting quickly to online in the US market. (Q4 2020 revenue growth could be aided substantially by Funko’s development of their e-commerce shop in Europe.)
· Q3 2020 SG&A was reduced 20% vs. the prior year as Funko rationalizes costs and adjusts to focus more on D2C e-commerce
TL;DR
After a tough summer, Funko sales have rocketed back in Q3 to near where they were pre-pandemic; setting up a potentially historic earnings for Q4 2020. Google search activity suggests that Funko is as popular as ever and is set up well for a strong year in 2021. People are spending less on “going out;” instead buying things to use at home and presents for their kids. As time passes, Funko’s status as a popular collectible only continues to gain momentum.
Their direct sales initiative allows Funko to capture additional margin by sidestepping traditional brick and mortar retail to reach their customers. Investments in collectible products like Pops! and sports cards continue to increase in popularity and price. And the company continues to release even more products beyond Pops!; including games and apparel. While some Wall Street Analysts have already begun to take notice, a strong Q4 earnings announcement can drive even more attention to the stock.
Positions: Long Shares & Calls
Disclosure: I am long FNKO. This is not investment advice. I reserve the right to buy or sell FNKO without updating this thread. Do your own research and share (or not share) with the community in this thread. Thank you to the others on Reddit that shared this idea earlier.
Feedback: If you have any additional information, ideas, or critiques please make sure to comment. It is great to get the perspective of others when making an investment. Also that information can be incorporated into future posts and updates.
Previous DD: Herman Miller
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Toronto and Peel will enter Stage 1 Lockdown on Monday

From Ford's press conference. More info coming soon. 1201am on Monday this goes into effect
Read it here:
https://www.reddit.com/ontario/comments/jv100c/ontario_covid_color_zones_read_this_post_to_see

Organized public events, social gatherings and religious services, rites and ceremonies

Restaurants, bars and food or drink establishments

  • Indoor and outdoor service prohibited
  • Take out, drive through and delivery permitted, including sale of alcohol

Sports and recreational fitness facilities

  • Closed for indoor and outdoor except for high performance and professional athletes
  • Community centres and multi-purpose facilities (for example, YMCA) allowed to be open for permitted activities such as child care services

Meeting and event spaces

  • Closed with limited exceptions for:
    • day camps for children
    • recreational and skill building programs under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
    • alcohol or substance abuse counselling
    • court services
    • government services
    • mental health support services

Retail

  • Retail permitted to be open for curbside pick-up or delivery only (in-person retail shopping not permitted)
  • Exceptions where in-person shopping is permitted:
    • supermarkets, grocery stores and convenience stores
    • hardware stores
    • other retailers selling groceries
    • beer and wine and liquor stores
    • pharmacies and safety supply stores
  • 50% capacity limits in retail outlets permitted to open for in-person shopping
  • Motor vehicle sales permitted to be open for in-person shopping by appointment only and other safety restrictions
  • Garden centres, plant nurseries permitted for curbside pick-up or delivery; indoor by appointment only
  • Outdoor markets permitted
  • Malls open, with:
    • retail outlets in malls permitted to be open for curbside pick-up or delivery only (in-person retail shopping not permitted)
    • full access to businesses and organizations permitted to be open (for example, pharmacy, dentist)
    • food court open for take-away only
  • Requirement to maintain 2 metres while standing in line and flow management

Personal care services

Closed

Casinos, bingo halls and gaming establishments

Closed

Cinemas

Closed, except for:
  • drive-in cinemas
  • rehearsal or performing a recorded or broadcasted event

Performing arts facilities

  • Closed to spectators
  • Rehearsal or performing a recorded or broadcasted event permitted
  • Performers and employees must maintain 2 metre physical distance except for purposes of the performance
  • Singers and players of brass or wind instruments must be separated from any other performers by plexiglass or other impermeable barrier
  • Drive-in performances permitted

Amusement parks, water parks

  • Closed

Bathhouses and sex clubs

  • Closed

Boarding kennels and stables

  • Permitted to open for animal’s owner to visit the animal, assist in the care or feeding of the animal or, as applicable, ride the animal

Campgrounds

  • Campsites must be made available only for trailers and recreational vehicles that are used by individuals who are in need of housing, or are permitted to be there by the terms of a full season contract
  • Only campsites with electricity, water service and facilities for sewage disposal may be provided for use
  • All recreational facilities in the campground and all other shared facilities in the campground, other than washrooms and showers, must be closed
  • Short-term campground rentals that were reserved on or before November 22, 2020 are permitted; no new reservations after November 22, 2020 permitted, except for individuals who are in need of housing

Cannabis

  • Permitted by curb-side pick-up

Driving instruction

  • In-person driving instruction not permitted
  • Virtual permitted

Household services

  • Domestic and cleaning and maintenance services permitted, including:
    • housekeepers, cooks, maids and butlers
    • personal affairs management
    • nanny services and babysitters
    • other domestic personnel
    • house cleaning
    • indoor or outdoor painting
    • pool cleaning
    • general repairs
  • Outdoor cleaning and maintenance services permitted

Horse racing

  • Training only, no races
  • No spectators

Hotels, motels

  • Permitted to operate except for any pools, fitness centres, meeting rooms and other recreational facilities that may be part of the operations of these businesses

Libraries

  • Open for curbside, delivery and pick-up
  • Patrons permitted to enter libraries for contactless drop-off and pick-up, and to access computers, photocopiers, or similar services
  • May open for permitted services (for example, child care services, AA meetings)
  • No classes

Marinas, boating clubs, golf courses and driving ranges

  • Marinas and boating clubs permitted to operate for fuel supply, watercraft repair and servicing, watercraft docking and watercraft launching services for essential purposes
  • Clubhouses, restaurants, pools, meeting rooms, fitness centres or other recreational facilities on the premises closed to the public, with limited exceptions
  • Golf courses and driving ranges:
    • Outdoors permitted
    • Indoors closed
  • Indoor shooting ranges closed

Media industries

  • Film and television production, including all supporting activities such as hair, makeup and wardrobe, are permitted to open if they meet the following conditions:
    • No studio audiences may be permitted to be on the film or television set
    • The set must be configured and operated in such a way as to enable persons on the set to maintain a physical distance of at least two metres from other persons, except where necessary for the filming of the film or television production
    • Persons who provide hair or makeup services must wear appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Film and television post-production, visual effects and animation studios are permitted
  • Book and periodical production, publishing and distribution businesses are permitted
  • Interactive digital media businesses, including computer system software or application developers and publishers, and video game developers and publishers are permitted

Motorsports

  • Closed

Museums and other cultural amenities (for example, art galleries, science centres)

  • Closed

Nightclubs

  • Only permitted to open if they operate as a restaurant, bar, or other food and drink establishment (take-out, drive-through and delivery service only)

Personal services

  • In-person personal services not permitted, including:
    • personal shoppers
    • party and wedding planners
    • personal organizer services
    • personal physical fitness or sports trainers
    • house sitters
    • Photography studios and services
Closed
  • Real estate agencies
  • Permitted to operate; open houses permitted by appointment only

Short-term rentals

  • Existing bookings as of November 22, 2020 honoured regardless of when the rental occurs
  • No new bookings after November 22, 2020 permitted, except for individuals who are in need of housing
  • This does not apply to hotels, motels, lodges, resorts and other shared rental accommodation, including student residences

Strip clubs

  • Only permitted to open if they operate as a restaurant, bar, or other food and drink establishment (take-out, drive-through and delivery service only)

Tour and guide services

  • Closed

Veterinary services

Services that are permitted include:
  • Veterinary services and other businesses that provide for the health and welfare of animals, including farms, boarding kennels, stables, animal shelters and research facilities
  • Businesses that provide services for the training and provision of service animals
  • Businesses that provide pet services, including pet grooming services, pet sitting services, pet walking services and pet training services

Zoos and aquariums

  • Closed to the public
  • Permitted to operate for the care of animals
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Detailed DD post [re-post after r/pennystocks removed it]

Detailed DD post [re-post after pennystocks removed it]
I posted this yesterday morning (UK time) but after 5 hours or so, pennystocks deleted the original post. A few people messaged me asking for it to be shared in a few High Tide specific pages. So here it is!
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This is my first time posting a DD post – a friend of mine who moderates on SPACs has shared some analysis I have written previously, but I’m keen to share this here, and see if there is any appetite for sharing my own personal written DD I have on the 30 stocks I have across a number of different portfolios.
I have modified this format, as it was originally a script for a video which I created on the stock. If you prefer to listen – check it out here: https://youtu.be/qsjwU7kkPsw
Some of the market stats (market cap, current multiples, etc.) are correct as of Feb-06, and clearly a little outdated since the price movements.
Not a financial advisor, do your own DD. I am long HITI and have an expectation of a long term hold on this stock.
Overview
  • High Tide Canada-based cannabis retail company, operating under multiple brands. It operates under 3 core divisions:
  1. Brick and mortar retail – 4 key brands with just under 70 locations in Canada. Brands include: Canna Cabana, New Leaf, Meta Cannabis and Kushbar. Forecast to have around 115 stores by end of 2021
  2. Online retail – has 2 brands, both of which attract millions of viewers per month – Grasscity.com and CBDcity.com
  3. Wholesale – manufacturer of paraphernalia in US and Canada. Number of products are branded with various celebrities, Snoop Dogg, Paramount Pictures, Trailer Park Boys and many more
  • Has good c-level execs and experienced executive board; hold significant stake in the business. CEO Raj Grover holds just over 21% of the shares
  • Currently has a market cap of around $280m. Still significant upside to the valuation – see analysis later in post
Investment Merits
Very strong market growth:
  • Business has demonstrated growth both organically (through new store openings, more online sales and greater wholesale sales), as well as inorganically through M&A
  • Growth in markets which High Tide has a physical presence in is expected to be very strong. North American cannabis market (Canada and US) is forecast to grow by 30% a year to 2027 (source: research and markets)
  • Analysts covering High Tide are forecasting growth in excess of this, which is positive to see and implies capturing market share
  • New markets / geographies ‘opening up’, legalizing and regulating cannabis is also an exciting and realistic prospect for incremental growth:
  1. The US federal legalization debate is on the table
  2. Many other countries are considering this too and High Tide is well positioned for these; this is catalyzed by the fact that government debt has increased significantly as part of the response to the COVID-19 health crisis. This needs to be repaid somehow, and increasing tax rates on existing taxes is an unpopular political move. Finding new tax revenues is a more palatable way of increasing tax revenues for governments. This is especially important in countries where elections are upcoming.
  • Personally I do expect to see this accelerate the agenda for the regulation and legalization of cannabis in many new countries
  • Whilst predominantly Canada and US based, High Tide does have presence in some markets where cannabis is not regulated or legalized, the UK for example (~10% of Grasscity sales are made here) and so it is well positioned with a strong and established brand to capitalize on this opportunity, when / if the market ‘opens up’
Regulation
  • High Tide benefits from the regulatory focus and overhang on the cannabis retail sector as it represents a strong barrier to entry, making it more challenging for new competitors to enter market
  • Participants in the market need to have licenses and ensure consistent compliance with laws to continue operating – failure to comply can result in significant financial penalties
  • Personally I normally don’t like investing into retail. There are usually fairly limited barriers to entry, minimal differentiation and negligible customer loyalty, however the cannabis market does have different characteristics in this respect and makes it a more compelling proposition
  • Regulation also benefits those with scale, something High Tide has as the leading player in the market. It costs money to obtain and retain licences to operate and it costs money to ensure compliance with all the laws and regulations and that all staff are acting in accordance with these
  • Some parallels in this respect which can be drawn to casino gaming in casinos; you don’t see new casinos popping up at the same rate which you see new restaurants or apparel stores opening
Demand
  • There’s a lot to like about the demand dynamics for High Tide. It’s vice-nature means that demand is less correlated to disposable incomes. Given where we are in economic cycle, especially important consideration
  • For those doubting this, check alcohol, tobacco or gambling expenditure across economic cycles historically, for a proxy
Strong performance throughout COVID-19 crisis
  • Despite heavy weighting towards brick and mortar, (the most hard hit part of retail) it has effectively managed the shift to online, which is a positive
  • Has relied on government support and financial assistance in the form of job retention schemes (address in more detail later in post)
  • This demonstrates management are capable and have effectively navigated the challenging situation
Data
  • Massively summarized from the video, (and my video on KERN) so check that out if interested in this point, however, they have unique access to supply chain data which could be monetized effectively and generate strong levels of recurring revenues
  • Other established sectors have a trusted party with such unique access to data (e.g. alcohol, lithium, different foods, etc.) and the opportunity here is enormous
  • I would like to see High Tide capitalize on this
Forecasts financials & analysts
  • Currently 2 analysts covering High Tide, both have a buy rating on the business
  • Their coverage is slightly outdated (expect this being updated soon and a further catalyst for positive price action) and their price targets are 60c; at the time their reports were published, they were forecasting a 4x upside (HITI was trading at ~15c)
  • Same analysts also forecasting strong growth - 77% CAGR to 2022. They are forecasting revenues of around $250m and EBITDA of $46m. A reminder here, these are professional analysts, not YouTube students – these come from their financial models, the assumptions of which are discussed with management
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Valuation
  • Going to go quick here, its explained more slowly in the video but High Tide is currently valued at a significant discount to the other listed peers
  • Looking at EV / FY+1 Sales multiples – EBITDA not meaningful as some of the peer group are EBITDA negative and High Tide itself has only recently become EBITDA positive

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  • Personally, I think Planet13 is the most comparable given its business model
  • Taking both Planet13 multiple and peer group average multiple, this is then applied to High Tide’s forecast FY+1 sales to calculate an enterprise value – this is adjusted for net debt to get to a market capitalization and then divided by the share count to get an implied share price
  • The table below shows the implied stock price valuations from this analysis

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NB – assumed the following:
  1. Net debt will change in coming year given the capital structure and a large number of convertible notes – this has been ignored given it will have small impact on the price
  2. The share count will change as a result of dilution from various instruments – if this bothers you massively then look at the valuation discount on the basis of the enterprise value as it does not impact this (and only slightly on the market cap given minimal impacts to cash from instrument execution, etc.)
  3. Not accounting for any stock split, consolidation or any other M&A deals
  4. The FY21 financials are on the basis of the mean broker estimates from Thomson Reuters – Seeking Alpha has different and slightly outdated ones
Investment Risks & Mitigants / Outstanding DD points
Exposure to changing regulation
  • US is only a small part of the market which High Tide addresses, while a change in regulation would have a big impact on the company, currently it is unlikely this would happen, given the discussions about potential federal legalization
  • Canada regulation is established and not going anywhere
  • Other countries likely to legalize and regulate cannabis, as outlined earlier
Dilution
  • No escaping that there will be some significant dilution for shareholders, as pointed out in the table below, but this should be already priced into the stock
  • Potential that new equity issuances could occur to help finance growth, but provided this growth is delivered, it should be accretive for the stock price

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Potentially misleading cost basis information
  • A risk that investors need to be aware with for all companies which have relied on government financial support during COVID-19 measures. Such support has resulted in the number of businesses going bankrupt decreasing massively – this is at a lower level than it ever normally is and is masking some real underlying issues within companies. As investors we need to be open eyed about this
  • As High Tide has benefited from support in the form of the Canada’s Emergency Wage Support scheme, there is the risk that once this is lifted it may become apparent that the cost base has not been effectively managed
  • Personally, I think this is mitigated by the synergy analysis conducted as part of the M&A. A full cost base analysis would have been conducted to calculate the potential $8.4m synergies so strong likelihood that this is under control, but should keep on our radar and reassess
Marketing expenses and celebrity licenses
  • Need more information to ascertain whether these are underpinned by a compelling ROI. Seen a lot of people suggest this is a great positive, but the impact on sales volumes from these is unknown, as is the terms of these license agreements (e.g. split between upfront fee vs. volume-based fee)
  • No escaping the fact that it is an increased cost and so need to understand the ROI this generates to determine whether it really is compelling
  • Is there really more demand to pay a premium for Snoop Dogg bongs, Guns n Roses papers, Cheech & Chong grinders, or whatever they may be?
  • So far management have suggested this has been helpful in driving new sales, but this is something to dig into more
If you want to check out the video, it would be appreciated: https://youtu.be/qsjwU7kkPsw
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Funko (FNKO) - Stop Toying Around

Hi all,
To celebrate the return of Undervalued to the Reddit community, I decided to put together a quick DD and post it on a stock that I have had my eye on for a little while. It's still a "work-in-progress" and I may potentially update it later on Reddit with more information or detail if I have time at some point in the future.
If you have any opinions, thoughts, or additional information, please share it. Positive. Negative. Neutral. All information is helpful and informative to the community. (I thought the feedback received from my first DD posted to this sub was quite helpful and I look forward to what you have to say.)
Thank you to u/BuyLowSellNever for turning the sub back on; allowing us to share and discuss ideas with the broader community in a thoughtful and respectful manner. Best wishes. - LA

Funko (FNKO)
Share Price (1/28/21) : $11.97
Share Price (09/16/19) : $27.86
Short Interest (1/26/21) : 14%
Next Earnings Release: March 2021
Funko Inc. is an American company that manufactures licensed pop culture collectibles, best known for its licensed vinyl figurines and bobbleheads. They have over 1,000 licenses across music, video games, film, TV, sports and many other pop culture properties. Some of their most popular licensed brands include Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, Pokemon, Fortnite, NBA, NFL, MLB, DC Comics, and a variety of anime properties.
Several points below support the belief that Funko’s revenue grew during the 2020 holiday season and could continue well into 2021:
· Increasing search traffic for Funko products
· Direct sales growth is driving increased revenue and profitability
· Parents are buying more gifts for their kids due to COVID
· People have more disposable income from staying at home and not going out
· Expansion of new products and licensees continuing through 2021
· Collectible investments like Funko POP! figures are exploding in value and popularity
· Recent analyst commentary, valuation, and financials are positive
FUNKO’S SEARCH TRAFFIC REACHES AN ALL-TIME HIGH IN Q4 2020
“Funko” google trends search traffic was up 20-30% in Q4 2020 (vs. Q4 2019)
Searches for “Funko” were up 2x in December vs the beginning of November 2020
After falling in December, “Funko” searches are trending back up to all-time-high levels
FUNKO’S DIRECT SALES INITIATIVES DRIVING HIGHER REVENUE & MARGIN
Funko Direct Sales (B2C) grew significantly in Q3 and likely to continue into Q4
· B2C business as a percentage of sales increased to 8% in Q3 2020 from 4% during the prior year.
· Funko’s e-commerce site grew over 150% vs. the prior year in Q3 2020
· The number of SKU’s on Funko’s e-commerce site rose tenfold since June 2020
“We went from only 200 of our own products [on our website] as late as June this year, to now well over 2,000 products available on our website.” – Funko CEO, Brian Mariotti
Funko’s first ever Selena Pop! sold out online in just 40 minutes.
Funko’s Q3 2020 Gross Profit % and Operating Margin % were near all-time-highs for the company
· Funko’s Q3 Gross Profit Percentage of 38.6% was its second highest ever (behind only Q1 2020)
· Funko’s Q3 Operating Profit Percentage of 10.8% was its second highest ever (behind only Q4 2018)
· As Funko continues to grow it’s B2C e-commerce sales in Q4 and beyond, it is possible that gross profit and operating profit percentages could rise as well
Retail customers were able to shift their Brick & Mortar inventory to their e-commerce channels to Funko unit sales
· Funko resellers who didn’t sell online were severely impacted by Brick & Mortar closures during COVID stay-at-home orders. As 2020 progressed, some of these retailers were able to create online stores (e.g.- Shopify, Amazon, eBay, etc.) through which they could sell their Funko inventory.
· Larger retailers that already had an omni-channel presence were able to shift their sales inventory from their Brick & Mortar stores to online fulfilment.
Funko has also created a mini-Pop! factory at its headquarters where customers can make their own custom Funko at a price of $25 each
· According to Funko, you can customize your Pop! using thousands of combinations. It’s “Think Build-A-Bear meets Funko Pop!” according to CEO Brian Mariotti.
· With a $25 price point, the margins are likely higher than the average Pop! figure that retails for between $10 to $15
PARENTS BUYING MORE GIFTS FOR THEIR KIDS DUE TO COVID
Parents likely splurged on their kids out of guilt of having shelter at home because of restrictions and to keep them occupied while they had to work at home.
· “Faced with rising transmission of the virus, state restrictions on retailers and heightened political and economic uncertainty, consumers chose to spend on gifts that lifted the spirits of their families and friends and provided a sense of normalcy given the challenging year. We believe President-elect Biden’s stimulus proposal, with direct payments to families and individuals, and further aid for small businesses and tools to keep businesses open, will keep the economy growing.” NRF President Matthew Shay
· “2020 was an unprecedented year for the U.S. toy industry. The growth we’ve seen in the toy industry speaks to the fact that parents are willing to put their children’s happiness above all else. The industry’s resiliency is very much underpinned by the reality that, in times of hardship, families look to toys to help keep their children engaged, active, and delighted. Put simply, toys are a big part of the happiness equation.” Juli Lennett - VP, U.S. Toys at NPD
Toy sales were strong in 2020 as US retail sales of toys was up 16% vs 2019; driven by pandemic spending
· According to NPD, “Much of the growth in 2020 was directly correlated to the COVID-19 pandemic and the changing consumer behavior associated with widespread lockdowns and school closures, the disposable income diverted from other types of entertainment to toys, as well as the onset of federal stimulus checks.”
Consumer spending on toys increased measurably due to lockdowns; with strong performance continuing through the holidays
· Per NPD, “While toy sales through mid-March 2020 were flat vs. 2019, widespread lockdown measures led to an abrupt increase in sales. This was further amplified by the distribution of stimulus checks beginning in April, resulting in the strongest month of growth for the year in May (+38%). Toy industry growth peaked again in October with an increase of 33% when the holiday season kicked off with Amazon Prime Day along with other retailer deals the same week.”
Key retail sources reporting significant sales growth during Q4 2020 suggest Funko sales performance was strong
· Target Q4 sales were fantastic showing signs of retail strength with a consumer that overlaps well with the Funko
> Overall comparable sales were up 17.2%
> Comparable digital sales were up over 100%
> Store-originated comparable sales were up 4.2%
> Store traffic was up 4.3%
> Average ticket size was up 12.3%
· GameStop Q4 sales were solid; showing additional potential for Funko sales
> Same store sales were up 4.8% in Q4 2020
> Online sales increased 309% in Q4 2020
· According to the NRF, 2020 Holiday Retail Sales were up 8.3% compared to the prior year despite the pandemic
> A surge in online shopping drove the increase (rising 32% vs. 2019)
> The increase of 8.3% was over double the average increase of 3.5% that the industry had seen over the last five years.
MORE DISPOSABLE INCOME TO SPEND AT HOME BY NOT GOING OUT
The National Retail Federation (NRF) says that strong retail performance has been driven by consumers with stimulus checks and extra savings from not going out or traveling
· “There was a massive boost to consumer wallets this season. Consumers were able to splurge on holiday gifts because of increased money in their bank accounts from the stimulus payments they received earlier in the year and the money they saved by not traveling, dining out, or attending entertainment events” – NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
Spending on “experiences” fell significantly in 2020
· The US Travel Association forecasts that spending on travel fell $500 billion in 2020 from $1.1 trillion in 2019
> The industry has lost about 40% of its direct travel jobs (about 3.5 million jobs) in 2020; driven by a reduction in business travel
> Foreign visitors to the US fell about 75% in 2020; driving a $119 billion reduction in travel spending
· Concert spending is down dramatically
> Live Nation reported a 98% decline in concert revenue in Q2 2020 and a 95% decline in concert revenue in Q3 2020
> About 5.2 million tickets were refunded in Q3 2020 and 23.3 million tickets had been refunded so far in 2020 (as of the end of Q3)
· Movie theater attendance is down substantially
> AMC theaters saw a 97% decline in attendance and a 91% decline in revenue in Q3 2020
> Cinemark saw a 96% decline in revenue
> Marcus Corporation (which also owns hotels and restaurants) saw a 84% decline in revenue
> Studio Movie Grill filed for bankruptcy
· Other anecdotal information points to more stay-at-home activity decreasing recreational spending
> Chuck E Cheese’s declared bankruptcy
> Dave & Busters is considering bankruptcy and plans layoffs of +1,000
> CiCi’s Pizza declares bankruptcy
> Starbucks saw fewer customers, reduced store hours, increased store closures, and a 5% decline in revenues in Q4 2020. This has led them to plan a shift to more “to-go” formats
> Many Las Vegas Hotels and Casinos have decided to close “part-time” during the week due to lower attendance and travel.
These include Encore, Rio, Linq, Planet Hollywood, Mandalay Bay, Park MGM, and Mirage
The majority of food buffets at the major hotels and casinos have been shuttered for the time being
Stimulus checks and other government programs to support consumer spending provide tailwinds for retail activity
· The US government authorized more than $10,000 per person in stimulus spending in 2020 over the course of five relief bills totaling $3.5 trillion
· More stimulus spending is expected; including a potential $1.9 trillion package that could include an additional $1,400 in stimulus checks
MORE SKUS / LICENSES ARE GROWING AND EXPECTED TO CONINUE STRONG
Active properties continue to rise and are expected to grow well into the future
· The number of active properties in Q3 2020 grew 15% over 2019
· Active properties grew from 644 in Q2 to 715 in Q3 2020
· The potential universe for Funko Pops! is limitless as new films, tv shows, musicians, anime characters, sports stars, and other media properties are created every year.
Some of the hot properties for this year and beyond
· Star Wars: Baby Yoda, Mandalorian, Rey, Valentine’s Day, etc.
· Marvel: WandaVision, Deadpool, Lucha Libre, Spiderman, Venom
· Anime: Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, Bakugan, My Hero Academia
· Films: Harry Potter, The Goonies, The Mummy, Fast & Furious
· TV: The Office, Umbrella Academy, The Queen’s Gambit, The Simpsons
· Sports: NFL, NBA, MLB, WWE
· Others: Disney, Pokemon, etc.
COLLECTIBLE INVESTMENTS ARE GROWING IN VALUE & POPULARITY
· Funko: The average Pops! Figure has a retail price from between $10 and $15 which allows most people an affordable entry point into collecting. Over time some Pops! Figures increase substantially in price; from $50 to $100 to even several thousand dollars. While some collectors buy Pops! as primarily an investment, many more buy them as a way to show their fandom. Whether they are avid Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pokemon, Sports, or Anime fans; collectors build large collections and show them off to friends.
· Sports Cards: To those paying attention, sports cards have been on a massive run with some cards worth more than your parent’s house and your sister’s car. Since the pandemic started, the demand for sports collectibles from basketball to football to soccer (and many others) has skyrocketed. Countless videos of box-breaks and pack openings have become the norm on social media. Some of these boxes are being purchased for tens of thousands with “hits” ranging from several hundred to hundreds of thousands.
· Collector’s Universe: This company that grades sports cards and other collectibles has tripled in value since June 2020. The number of sports collectors grading cards has exploded as demand rises. The popularity of grading sports cards is expected to maintain as prices continue to rise and the hobby becomes more mainstream.
ANALYST COMMENTARY AND FINANCIALS ARE A POSTIVE FOR THE STOCK
Piper Sandler: Upgraded Funko from “Neutral” to “Overweight” (raising their price target from $6 to $12).
· Analyst Erin Murphy sees evidence of “subsequent revenue pillars” with their recent launch of Snapsies at 800 Target stores; along with an expansion into board games and its digital efforts, which include a newly launched website in six European countries.
Valuation Comparison: Market Cap / Revenue (TTM)
· Funko: MC - $604 million / Rev - $640 million (0.9x sales)
· Mattel: MC - $6.27 billion / Rev - $4.43 billion (1.4x sales)
· Hasbro: MC - $13.13 billion / Rev - $5.17 billion (2.5x sales)
Key Financial Trends For Funko
· Q3 2020 EPS (Adjusted) = $0.31
> Third highest ever (only Q4 2018 & Q3 2019 were higher)
· Q3 2020 Revenue = $191 million
> Fourth highest ever (only Q4 2018, Q3 2019, and Q4 2019 were higher)
· Q3 2020 Revenue increase vs prior quarter of 94%
> Q1 and Q2 2020 saw significant declines due to COVID
> Q3 2020 only down 14% vs Q3 2019 despite Q2 2020 being down 49%
> Q3 2020 strength driven by Funko adapting quickly to online in the US market. (Q4 2020 revenue growth could be aided substantially by Funko’s development of their e-commerce shop in Europe.)
· Q3 2020 SG&A was reduced 20% vs. the prior year as Funko rationalizes costs and adjusts to focus more on D2C e-commerce
TL;DR
After a tough summer, Funko sales have rocketed back in Q3 to near where they were pre-pandemic; setting up a potentially historic earnings for Q4 2020. Google search activity suggests that Funko is as popular as ever and is set up well for a strong year in 2021. People are spending less on “going out;” instead buying things to use at home and presents for their kids. As time passes, Funko’s status as a popular collectible only continues to gain momentum.
Their direct sales initiative allows Funko to capture additional margin by sidestepping traditional brick and mortar retail to reach their customers. Investments in collectible products like Pops! and sports cards continue to increase in popularity and price. And the company continues to release even more products beyond Pops!; including games and apparel. While some Wall Street Analysts have already begun to take notice, a strong Q4 earnings announcement can drive even more attention to the stock.
Positions: Long Shares & Calls
Disclosure: I am long FNKO. This is not investment advice. I reserve the right to buy or sell FNKO without updating this thread. Do your own research and share (or not share) with the community in this thread. Thank you to the others on Reddit that shared this idea earlier.
Feedback: If you have any additional information, ideas, or critiques please make sure to comment. It is great to get the perspective of others when making an investment. Also that information can be incorporated into future posts and updates.

2/9/21 Update: Additional info posted here

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What the fuck are these new COVID guidelines

We're pushing over 10k cases per day in PA, up 10x from November. Hospital admissions are up over 50% in the past 48 hours. We have less than 10% of our hospital beds free.
So why the fuck are we opening up bars and restaurants at 50% capacity after "self-certification"? Why the fuck are concert venues, arcades, casinos, and private clubs open at 50% capacity? Why the fuck is retail at 75% capacity? Why are we OPENING UP while our case rate is increasing by an ORDER OF MAGNITUDE?
People are fucking dying! At least 341 people died in Philadelphia in December! Just open us right up, Tom!
Watch this video (graphic). Now imagine this happened in Philadelphia three and a half times in December alone. These people mostly suffocated to death, just like our COVID patients. This is what you're doing to people when you don't wear your mask. When you go to the club. Stay the fuck inside and wait until you can get vaccinated.
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Proposed plan for the lockdown moving forward: Lebanon will undergo 4 stages of easing the lockdown, each phase for a period of 15 days. Details in the post.

This is the circulated proposed plan for the lockdown moving forward. We are still waiting for the official documents from the ministry for confirmation.
On February 8th, some urgent production sectors will open, but what is inevitable now is that the general lockdown will continue, meaning that the curfew will remain in effect 24/7, and leaving your house is only acceptable upon permission granted from the official platform.
The opening of the sectors will be according to 4 phases, each phase for a period of 15 days.

Stage 1

In the first stage, the supermarket and mini-market will be opened while preserving the delivery facility. Going to the supermarket needs permission, which is given for a period of two hours .. For this purpose, any person should get permission and save the "qr code" that will be checked upon entry and exit of any supermarket.
Also, at this stage, industries related to agriculture, poultry, livestock, and milk production will be opened .. Its employees are required to take the PCR test every 14 days.
Banks will open their doors at 20% of their absorptive capacity.

Stage 2

In the second phase, the following sectors will be added:
Car dealerships, car repairs, laundry, taxis, buses, construction works, and licensed factories with a capacity of 40%. It is forbidden to work for any citizen over the age of 60 years and there is a necessity to routinely perform a pcr test.

Stage 3

In the third phase, all kinds of trade that have not previously opened will be opened. Banks and factories will operate at 50% of the absorptive capacity .. The decision to ban citizens who have passed the age of 60 will remain in effect, and the PCR examination of the employees will be conducted every 30 days.

Stage 4

In the fourth and final phase, the restaurant halls, Casino du Liban, tourist and historical sites, indoor swimming pools, beaches and streets, sports clubs and game centers will be opened, meaning all sectors will resume work, and those over the age of 60 will be allowed to work.

Education Sector

With regard to the education sector and nurseries, the committee recommends not to open them during the first phase, provided that the Ministry of Education and Higher Education coordinates with the Ministry of Public Health and the health authorities concerned with studying the available data and data and setting up a mechanism for opening this sector.
It should be noted that in order to move from one stage to another, health indicators will be looked at during each stage, and the Ministry of Health must determine the extent of readiness of the medical sector, the number of regular beds and the icu beds that have been prepared, and the epidemiological reality numbers, and according to these numbers it is decided to follow the stages or not.
في الثامن من شباط ستفتح بعض القطاعات الانتاجية الملحة وما هو محتم حتى الساعة ان الاقفال العام مستمر اي ان منع التجول سيبقى ساريا ٢٤/٧ والخروج مشترط باذن ممنوح من المنصة الرسمية.
فتح القطاعات سيكون وفق ٤ مراحل، كل مرحلة لفترة ١٥ يوما.

المرحلة الاولى

في المرحلة الاولى ستفتح السوبرماركت والميني ماركت مع الحفاظ على وسيلة الديليفري، التوجه نحو السوبرماركت بحاجة لاذن يعطى لفترة ساعتين.. ولهذا الغرض فّعلت الية الـ “qr code” يتم مسحه عند الدخول والخروج، علما ان قبل ١٥ دقيقة من انتهاء الوقت المحدد للتبضع سيتم ارسال اشعار للمواطن بضرورة الاسراع.
ايضا في هذه المرحلة ستفتح الصناعات المتعلقة بالزراعة والدواجن والمواشي وانتاج الحليب.. ويشترط على موظفيها ان يقوموا بفحص pcr كل ١٤ يوما.
والمصارف ستفتح ابوابها بنسبة ٢٠٪؜ من قدرتها الاستيعابية.

المرحلة الثانية

في المرحلة الثانية ستضاف القطاعات التالية:
وكالات السيارات وتصليح السيارات، المصبغة الاجرة ، الحافلات ، اعمال البناء، والمصانع المرخصة بسعة ٤٠٪؜ وممنوع ان يعمل اي مواطن تخطى ال ٦٠ عاما وهناك ضرورة باجراء فحص الpcr بشكل روتيني.

المرحلة الثالثة

في المرحلة الثالثة ستفتح كل انواع التجارة التي لم تفتح مسبقا المصارف والمصانع ستعمل بنسبة ٥٠٪؜ من القدرة الاستيعابية.. قرار منع المواطنين الذين تخطوا ال ٦٠ عاما سيبقى ساريا وسيجرى فحص ال pcr للموظفين كل ٣٠ يوما.

المرحلة الرابعة

في المرحلة الرابعة والاخيرة ستفتح صالات المطاعم كازينو لبنان المواقع السياحية والتاريخية المسابح الداخلية الشواطىء والشوارع النوادي الرياضية ومراكز الالعاب.. اي كل القطاعات ستعاود العمل وسيسمح لمن هم فوق الـ ٦٠ عاما مزاولة العمل.

وفیما خص قطاع التربیة والتعلیم والحضانات

وفیما خص قطاع التربیة والتعلیم والحضانات توصي اللجنة بعدم فتحھا خلال المرحلة الأولى على أن تقوم وزارة التربیة والتعلیم العالي بالتنسیق مع وزارة الصحة العامة والجھات الصحیة المختصة بدراسة البیانات والمعطیات المتوافرة ووضع آلیة فتح هذا القطاع.
تجدر الاشارة الى انه للانتقال من مرحلة الى اخرى سينظر الى المؤشرات الصحية خلال كل مرحلة وعلى وزارة الصحة ان تحدد مدى جهوزية القطاع الطبي وعدد الاسرة العادية والـ icu beds التي جُهزت وارقام الواقع الوبائي، ووفقا لهذه الارقام يقرر المتابعة بالمراحل من عدمها.
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