The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

After a dismal performance last year, growth stocks came roaring back in 2023 thanks to several tailwinds such as cooling inflation, the Federal Reserve's pause on interest rate hikes, a strong economy, and the reduced probability of a recession. That rally is expected to continue in 2024 as well. Personal finance news provider Kiplinger estimates that S&P 500 companies could witness an 11% increase in earnings in 2024, up significantly from this year's growth of 2.3%.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2023

OEP Capital Advisors was penalised $4m by the Securities and Exchange Commission, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. According to the report personnel at OEP Capital Advisors emailed nonpublic merger and performance information, violating the private equity firm’s policies and violating rules for asset managers. The report added that employees of OEP Capital Advisors sent investors private details about potential deals and other confidential information, leading to the $4mn

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

It's hard to believe, but we're just days away from 2024 and all the major retirement rule changes that come with it. This includes several important Social Security tweaks for workers and beneficiaries alike. Here's a look at five of them and how they could affect you. 1. Benefits are climbing Social Security beneficiaries will see their January Social Security checks climb by 3.2% thanks to the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2023

PAI Partners has entered into an agreed to sell ELITech, a global manufacturer of in-vitro diagnostics, to Bruker Corporatio n ELITech specialises in developing and manufacturing in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) instruments and reagents and has strong market positions in niche IVD segments in molecular diagnostics and microbiology. The company’s products help hospitals and laboratories perform analyses to diagnose diseases, identify disease risk factors and optimise treatment choices.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

One of the most outspoken investors on Wall Street is Ark Invest Chief Executive Officer Cathie Wood. Wood is known for unconventional, maybe even outlandish, predictions for trends in emerging technology. Across all of her exchange-traded funds (ETFs), her largest holding is cryptocurrency trading platform Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN). Given Wood's extremely bullish stance on Bitcoin , it makes sense that she would acquire such a large position in Coinbase.

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A Wealth of Common Sense

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Today’s Animal Spirits is brought to you by YCharts: See here for our YCharts year-end strategy session recap. On today’s show, we discuss: A second mountain in inflation? Cuban: Tech bubble worse now than 15 years ago Vanguard is closer than ever to ending BlackRocks ETF reign Housing market update: Declining mortgage rates lure sellers off sidelines, paving way for 2024 buyers Free land in the US: 16 sma.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Tie-ups and cuts on menu as Disney, Warner, Comcast and Paramount seek new ways to keep up

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) sells more passenger electric vehicles (EVs) than any other car maker, and they account for 84% of the company's revenue today. However, seasoned technology investor Cathie Wood thinks Tesla stock is the biggest artificial intelligence (AI) opportunity in the world. The company is using AI to develop its industry-leading autonomous self-driving vehicle software.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Play Caller, a Palo Alto, CA-based provider of a social micro-fantasy sports focused technology platform, raised an undisclosed amount in Pre-Seed funding. The round saw participation from Liquid 2 Ventures and SCCG Venture Fund. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its business reach. Led by Nick Palazzo, Founder, Play Caller […] The post Play Caller Raises Pre-Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

All eyes have been on artificial intelligence (AI) stocks in 2023, with the market almost singlehandedly triggering a recovery for the Nasdaq Composite after it plunged more than 30% last year. Macroeconomic headwinds curbed consumer and commercial spending in 2022, leading to a sell-off. However, the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT in November 2022 made Wall Street bullish about tech stocks again, with countless companies restructuring their businesses to focus on the technology.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Pavlov Media, a Champaign, IL-based nationwide telecommunications company, acquired Ohio-based broadband service provider iZone Broadband. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. Through this acquisition, Pavlov Media is now able to expand its residential and business service area to include Central Ohio. Since 2017, iZone Broadband has been providing high-speed Internet to the rural residents and businesses […] The post Pavlov Media Acquires iZone Broadband appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

There's no denying the challenges investors faced in 2022, which was one of the most difficult years in decades. After shedding more than 35% in 2022, the Nasdaq Composite has come roaring back, rising 43% in 2023 as of this writing. Things have clearly taken a turn for the better. Yet history tells us the rally is likely to continue. Going back more than 50 years, the year following a market rebound has generated additional gains of 19%, on average, for the tech-heavy index.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Pavlov Media, a Champaign, IL-based provider of managed Wi-Fi to the multi-family industry, acquired Inspire Wi-Fi, a wireless provider for leasing offices, clubhouses and amenity areas. the amount of the deal was not disclosed. Pavlov Media has leveraged this acquisition to develop its own product set for common and amenity areas called Pavlov Spaces.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Standard financial advice when it comes to planning for retirement boils down to "start early, regularly invest in stocks, and let compounding over time work its magic." That works great on paper, but in reality, life gets in the way for most of us. Far more typical is something along the lines of: New hire: pay down school debt, pay all sorts of "life start-up" costs Early career: focus on finding a spouse, setting up life together Core of your career: kids and the house take priority And then

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The Healthcare Investor

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Windjammer Capital has announced it has acquired Bio X Cell (BXC). BXC , founded in 1997 and based in Lebanon, N.H., is a producer of monoclonal antibodies for use in both in vivo and in vitro pre-clinical research applications. Windjammer , based in Newport Beach, Calif., and Waltham, Mass., is a private equity firm focused on the middle market. Founded in 1990, the firm prefers to make control equity investments of $50 million to $200 million in niche manufacturing, business services and value

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Growth stocks are back in vogue as Wall Street closes out a solid year. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite soared over 40% through mid-December compared to a 23% rise in the broader S&P 500. Many growth stocks outpaced those gains, of course, and others were left completely out of the rally. Below, I'll highlight one promising stock from each of these categories for investors to consider owning in 2024 and beyond.

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AltAssets

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Seward & Kissel has named three of its private equity specialists as partners among a string of promotions to cap off 2023. The post Trio of Seward & Kissel private equity lawyers promoted to partner first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The "Magnificent Seven" stocks dominated in 2023 -- all outperforming the S&P 500 by a wide margin. The term was coined by Bank of America analyst Michael Hartnett to describe seven large tech-focused companies: Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) , Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) , Amazon , Alphabet , Meta Platforms , Nvidia , and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA). Each company has its own pros and cons.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Edinburgh-based investment syndicate, Archangels, invested more than £13.8m during 2023 in eleven of Scotland’s early-stage tech and life science companies. The year saw Archangels make two new investments including Bioliberty who secured £2.2M to fund the development of its soft robotic glove and, more recently, 1nhaler who secured £2M to develop its unique dry powder inhaler device.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved a new all-time high close of 37,557.92 on Dec. 19. Despite the impressive return, the Dow is still underperforming the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 year to date. The Dow has also underperformed the other two major indexes over the last five-year and 10-year time periods. Here's why the Dow could beat the Nasdaq in 2024, and why the index is a treasure trove of growth, value, and income.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Electronic services for working with funds continue to gain popularity not only among zoomers but also among millennials. Transfers, payment for services, purchasing goods on the Internet, and temporary storage of funds are the main functionality of such services. If you regularly work with electronic money and are considering using Neteller or Transfer Go, this […] The post Neteller vs Transfer Go: Comparison of Payment Systems appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

When examined over extremely long periods, Wall Street stands head and shoulders above all other asset classes in terms of annualized returns. This means any downturn in the broader market can be used as a surefire buying opportunity for long-term-minded investors. Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average recently powered to a record close, the growth-driven Nasdaq Composite still sits roughly 7% below its all-time high, which was set in November 2021.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The iGaming industry is one of the fastest growing entertainment industries in the world. For the unfamiliar, the phrase refers to any and all forms of online casinos, gambling, or betting. Thanks to the recent developments in technology, iGaming has gone from a subsidiary to a larger gambling industry, to a powerful force in its […] The post The Tech that Makes iGaming Work appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Robinhood Markets flipped the investing world upside down when it introduced commission-free stock trades, forcing the rest of the industry to play catch-up. Years after that move, Robinhood still holds significant influence over investors, especially with the younger cohort. Robinhood has more than 20 million active accounts on its platform, and they tend to skew toward millennials, as the average account holder on Robinhood is in his or her early 30s, making the trading app a good indicator of

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The Big Picture

DECEMBER 27, 2023

 The Best Way to Sell Your House with Jonathan Miller, Miller Samuel, December 27, 2023 Is it a seller’s market? That seems to be the consensus, but there are still tips and tricks to getting the biggest return for your home. On today’s episode, we discuss what to do, and NOT do, when selling a house. Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Jonathan Miller is founder and President of Miller Samuel.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Buying and holding solid companies for a long time can help you significantly increase the value of your investments, as this strategy helps you take advantage of the power of compounding while also enabling you to benefit from disruptive innovation. For instance, a $100,000 investment made in Nvidia and Netflix a decade ago has multiplied significantly over the years.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Higher interest rates, geopolitical tensions and regulatory challenges have prompted two-year hiatus

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian discusses why he likes this dividend stock, particularly for passive income investors. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Dec. 25, 2023. The video was published on Dec. 27, 2023. Should you invest $1,000 in Altria Group right now? Before you buy stock in Altria Group, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now. and Altria Group wasn't one of them.

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Financial Times - Banking

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Wall Street’s newest chief executive inherits a bank confronting more challenges than a year ago

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The stock market has had a strong year in 2023, but not every stock has been a winner. In fact, some of the most well-known companies in the United States have seen their shares decline this year. Here are the three worst performing stocks on the benchmark Dow Jones Industrial Average in 2023 (through late December), why each has performed so poorly, and whether it might be a good time to buy them now.

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SuperAngel.Fund

DECEMBER 27, 2023

I want to share something that a lot of investors don’t like to talk about: It’s the delta between a company’s “public” success and the venture returns that it produces. Contrary to popular belief, public notoriety and venture returns aren’t always equal. It’s one of the things that makes venture investing difficult.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

A number of companies have moved on from the pandemic's challenges to reach new heights. Rough times have a way of separating great companies from merely good ones, and although no one is asking for difficulties, these moments can often strengthen a business for the better. But not every top company is out of the woods just yet. Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) is still reeling from challenges of the past few years, with new ones taking the place of old ones and keeping Disney stuck in a rut.

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SuperAngel.Fund

DECEMBER 27, 2023

I want to share something that a lot of investors don’t like to talk about: It’s the delta between a company’s “public” success and the venture returns that it produces. Contrary to popular belief, public notoriety and venture returns aren’t always equal. It’s one of the things that makes venture investing difficult.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The stock market pumped the brakes in October but quickly restarted its engines again. As of Dec. 26, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has gained 16% in two months, erasing the October swoon and then some. Some would call this a market recovery; others see the technical qualities of a proper bull market. I'm here to show you a couple of great companies taking this opportunity by the horns.

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