Stratechery
Stratechery

Stratechery

by Ben Thompson

Weekly / Daily Freemium

On the strategy and business of technology. Stratechery provides deep analysis of how technology companies operate and their impact on the world.

About Stratechery

Stratechery is the home of 'Aggregator Theory' and has fundamentally changed how people think about the business of technology. Ben Thompson's analysis is known for its depth, often explaining the second and third-order effects of industry moves that others miss.

What Makes This Newsletter Unique

The definitive source for tech strategy. It provides a consistent framework for understanding why tech giants succeed or fail.

Who Should Subscribe?

Founders, VCs, and tech enthusiasts who want to understand the 'why' behind the news, not just the news itself.

Content Format

Long-form essays (Weekly) and shorter analysis of daily news (Daily Updates).

Recent Newsletter Issues

View all archived issues
Feb 6, 2026

2026.06: SaaSmageddon and the Super Bowl

The best Stratechery content from the week of February 2, 2025, including the future of software, SaaSmageddon and Super Bowl ads, and madness in basketball and football.

Feb 5, 2026

An Interview with Benedict Evans About AI and Software

An interview with Benedict Evans about the crisis facing software, the future of the corporation, OpenAI, and the struggle to define the LLM paradigm.

Feb 4, 2026

Apple Earnings, Supply Chain Speculation, China and Industrial Design

Apple's earnings could have been higher but the company couldn't get enough chips; then, once again a new design meant higher sales in China.

Pricing & Subscription Options

Free + Premium

  • Weekly / Daily emails
  • Free tier with core content
  • Premium tier with extra features
  • Unsubscribe anytime

Free weekly article + Paid Daily Updates ($12/month)

View Pricing

Leave a Review

0/500 characters

Our Take: Pros & Cons

Pros

  • World-class analysis and original frameworks
  • Intellectually rigorous and consistent
  • Includes high-quality podcasts for premium members

Cons

  • Requires a paid subscription for daily updates
  • Writing style can be dense and academic

Frequently Asked Questions

How often is Stratechery published?

Stratechery is published weekly / daily.

Is Stratechery free?

Stratechery offers a free version with optional premium features. Free weekly article + Paid Daily Updates ($12/month)

Who writes Stratechery?

Stratechery is written by Ben Thompson. Ben Thompson is the author and founder of Stratechery.

About the Author: Ben Thompson

B

Ben Thompson

Ben Thompson is the author and founder of Stratechery. He is widely considered one of the most influential analysts in the tech industry. He previously worked at Microsoft and Apple.

Similar Newsletters You Might Like

Ready to Subscribe to Stratechery?

Get weekly / daily insights delivered to your inbox

Visit Stratechery

100% free. Unsubscribe anytime.