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The Surprising Way the U.S. Is Decades Behind Europe
Vadim Markush
January 25, 2025
Breaking news, My Little Opportunist!
Why not kick back with an inspirational Saturday comic that’s got a wild opportunity tucked inside? It’s totally worth your coffee fix… or maybe not!
Meet Oppy. Agent Oppy.
Our resident trend-hunter, conspiracy-spotter, and all-around opportunity excavator. If there’s a hidden gem in the news, Oppy finds it.
And today, our plucky scout is diving where few dare: the bidet industry.
Wait... whaaat?
Yes, you heard right. Bidets. Those underappreciated marvels of modern (and not-so-modern) hygiene.
The first bidets were handcrafted masterpieces—fit for kings and queens!
Don’t take my word for it—check out the news: Move over, smartphones—2025 is all about smart toilets
"Bidets are booming, huh? Finally, a business that truly gets to the bottom of things."
Ok, let's rewind.
The bidet — born in 17th-century France, originally used by royalty to keep things sparkling after a trip to the chamber pot. Très chic!
One of the most famous French bidet users was Napoleon himself.
Now fast-forward to the present.
While France might've set the tone, other countries led the modern bidet revolution.
Look at Italy—97%! Mama mia! Europe is at the forefront of water-saving revolutions for sure.
Meanwhile, much of the world clings to their rolls of toilet paper like it’s the 1800s. (Looking at you, America.)
So why now?
Market Growth: Global bidet market is growing at 6.6% CAGR through 2029.
Sustainability Trends: Save the trees! A single bidet saves 15,000 rolls of toilet paper. That's about 19 trees...
Affordable Luxury: People want practicality without the overengineered price tag.
The Opportunity Gap
Big names like Brondell and Bio Bidet dominate the premium market, but here’s the kicker: mid-tier, eco-friendly, cool-feature bidets are wide open. Enter your chance to create something iconic.
Imagine a bidet that gives your nerves a chill spritz—without the shocking complexity of modern smart devices. Less tech tantrums, more cool serenity.
And finally, is it for you, My Friend?
If you’re one of these three, congratulations—you might just be the next bidet tycoon.
So here is your mission:
Scout for Eco-Friendly Engineers: Develop a chic, affordable bidet.
Test the Market: Start in the US; scale globally.
Stay Lean: Keep the product simple, sleek, and sustainable.
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So…
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