I just read an article over on the Forbes.com site titled: Why Apple, Google And EBay Will Slash And Burn Investors. At first glance you might think it is just a bit of sensationalism intended to get pageviews. OK, maybe the title is, but then again you need a good title to get people interested.  [...]

catalyst = an agent that provokes or speeds significant change or action

Ok, I know the title will instantly make some people hate me. If you made it past the title, then maybe we can talk.