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2 Ways Disruptors Can Make You Rich

2 Ways Disruptors Can Make You Rich

Zipcar had just announced that it was being acquired by car-rental company Avis Budget Group, sending shares of the leading car-sharing company 48% higher. Zipcar was disruptive to traditional auto-rental giants, so it wasn't a surprise that one of them would pay a premium to take it out. No one said investing in disruptors doesn't come with big risks if you wind up stuck with what's behind Door No. 3.