The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Regular Americans are no longer limited to buying gold through ETFs or bullion companies -- you can buy the precious metal through Costco, your friendly local wholesaler. All you need is a Costco membership and access to the internet. Why? Well, the economy is being weird, so gold is a nice hedge. Nothing says stability like a chunk of gold.
FinSMEs
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Labrys Technologies, a London UK-based defence technology startup, raised $5.5M in Seed funding. The round was led by Project A Ventures, with participation from international DefenceTech focused investors including MD-One, Offset Ventures, Marque Ventures and Expedition Fund. The company intends to use the funds to scale its engineering team, grow its commercial team, and focus […] The post Labrys Technologies Raises $5.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
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The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Squishmallows are small plush toys that first launched in 2017. But it didn't take long to find its fanbase. According to The NPD Group, it was the best-selling toy of 2022, just five years after launch. And now, like Beanie Babies back in the 1990s, Squishmallows are getting their chance to headline Happy Meals from McDonald's. Squishmallows Happy Meals launch on Dec. 26 in the U.S. nationwide.
The Big Picture
DECEMBER 23, 2023
This week, we speak with Stephen Suttmeier , director and chief equity technical strategist at B of A Merrill Lynch. His Monthly Chart Portfolio of Global Markets and Market Analysis Commentary are both widely read among professional traders. He has been highly ranked in Institutional Investors’ Research Poll and was the winner of the Best Bank for Equity Research category in the Technical Analyst Awards.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
For most Americans, Social Security represents what is, or will be, an indispensable source of income during retirement. Based on over two decades' worth of annual surveys from national pollster Gallup, as many as 90% of then-current retirees rely on their monthly payout to cover at least some portion of their monthly expenses. Considering the role Social Security plays in the financial well-being of current and future retirees, getting as much as possible out of America's top retirement program
The Big Picture
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat by the fire, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • The 2024 research dump! A comprehensive round-up of all the 2024 investment outlook reports ( Financial Times ) • Christmas Didn’t Start Out as a Shop Fest. Here’s How It Became One. the holiday season accounts for nearly a fifth of U.S. annual retail sales, and more for sellers of clothes, toys, and other prime gift items.
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FinSMEs
DECEMBER 23, 2023
DeFi, Crypto World, December 23rd, 2023, Chainwire Where decentralized perpetual trades are more transparent and easy to use, in an ecosystem full of exciting features Picture a world where the traditional rules of the game don’t bind cryptocurrency trading. This is where perpetual decentralized exchanges (PDEXs) come into play, a relatively new kid on the […] The post Swych Finance Releases the Next Generation of Decentralized Perpetual Exchanges appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
You may find yourself with a little extra cash around now thanks to an end-of-the-year bonus -- and the possibilities of what to do with it are endless. One particular choice, though, could actually grow that money into a whole lot more. I'm talking about investing. If you invest in a variety of solid companies over time -- at least five years -- you could see the amount of your bonus multiply.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the successful completion of the previously announced acquisition of Simon & Schuster from Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) in a $1.62 billion all-cash transaction. With the closing of the deal, Simon & Schuster is now a standalone private company, and the only independent major trade publisher in the U.S.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
After a brutal year-long bear market, it looks like crypto may have turned a corner. The total crypto market cap has nearly doubled in 2023, adding much-needed optimism that seemed all but gone in the crypto winter. With exuberance back in full swing, many investors might wonder if Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) can ride this momentum and return to its previous all-time high, or potentially soar to new heights, like maybe $1.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) today reported its third quarter 2023 results, which have been posted to the Investor Center section of KKR’s website at [link] This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: [link] A conference call to discuss KKR’s financial results.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The Avalanche (CRYPTO: AVAX) cryptocurrency is a promising part of the crypto market. The smart contracts platform has enjoyed a surge in app development recently, lifting the digital token's value to levels not seen since the spring of 2022. In fact, Avalanche's price has more than quintupled from the multi-year lows seen in September and October. Today, you can pick up Avalanche tokens for roughly $46 per digital coin.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
8 November 2023 - Orchid Lux HoldCo S.à r.l. (“Bidder”), a holding company controlled by investment funds, vehicles and/or accounts advised and managed by various subsidiaries of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (“KKR”), today announced the final result of the voluntary public takeover offer to shareholders of OHB SE (ISIN: DE0005936124, “OHB”).
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Europe's Arianespace ("Ariane") has a problem, and its name is SpaceX. Back in 2015, California Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez related a conversation she had had with a top exec at Airbus 's (OTC: EADSY) struggling space subsidiary Ariane in which the exec jokingly asked Sanchez if she could find some way to "get rid of SpaceX," because otherwise it was going to drive Ariane out of business with its ultra-low launch prices.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
KKR continues to scale its strategic partnership with InVivo and Malteries Soufflet by more than doubling its investment as Malteries Soufflet acquires United Malt, creating the world’s largest maltster
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Looking back at 2023, a key development has been the resurgence of the cryptocurrency market. The industry's current valuation of over $1.6 trillion is about 100% higher than it was nearly 12 months ago. Unsurprisingly, the most valuable digital asset, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) , has also benefited tremendously. But bigger gains could be on the horizon.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
New KKR Report Focuses on Role of Private Markets in Individual Investor Portfolios NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the release of “A New Foundation for Global Wealth: Rebuilding Portfolios for the New Regime” by Paula Campbell Roberts, Chief Investment Strategist for Private Wealth. This is the first release in Investing for Wealth, a planned.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) stock has been in the dumps this year. It is struggling due to declining demand for its COVID products. And it may take some years before its top line starts rising meaningfully again. The company's recent forecast didn't help matters, either. But with the stock losing close to half its value this year, are investors being overly punitive on what's still a top healthcare company?
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) announced today that Scott C. Nuttall, Co-Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Goldman Sachs 2023 US Financial Services Conference on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 8:40AM ET. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the Investor Center section of KKR’s website at [link] For those.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Investors often dream about finding the next game-changing company. Of course, finding a game-changing company set to revolutionize an industry is far easier said than done. Remember back when Tesla changed the game by essentially introducing a sports car that was battery electric powered? And Tesla did so at a time ditching fossil fuels seemed daunting -- and that's putting it lightly.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
All Employees to Become Owners in the Company ST LOUIS, Mo. & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that investment funds managed by KKR have acquired Potter Global Technologies (“Potter” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of fire and life safety equipment, from Gryphon Investors. KKR plans to support the Company in its continued growth.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Many Americans begin thinking a lot about retirement as they approach their early 60s. When to claim Social Security retirement benefits is an important factor in determining an exact retirement age. Financial advisors would likely tell you to at least wait until your full retirement age (FRA) to collect Social Security. And that's great advice for most people.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Closer Coordination and Alignment Expected to Further Accelerate Growth of Both KKR and Global Atlantic KKR Announces Other Strategic Initiatives to Benefit Shareholders KKR and Global Atlantic to Host a Conference Call at 10:00 a.m. EST NEW YORK & HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) and Global Atlantic Financial Group LLC (“Global Atlantic” or “GA”) today announced.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
2023 is almost over. And unless some dramatic sell-off occurs, it was an impeccable year in the market. But there's no telling what the market will do in 2024 -- or any short time period for that matter. Dividend stocks help smooth out the uncertainty that comes with investing in the stock market by providing stable, usually quarterly streams of dividend income no matter what the market is doing.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Platform Will Focus on Technologies to Detect Lung Cancer, the Leading Cause of Cancer Deaths NEW YORK & MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced a new platform established with investments from KKR and Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX), a global leader in women’s health and medical technology innovator.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
It's been a bit of a roller coaster for early investors of the electric vehicle (EV) industry. There have been lofty goals to catch Tesla and harsh realities of the cash crunch that come with manufacturing low volume and expensive EVs. That said, the temptation of buying into a successful EV maker early is enticing, and if you are considering an investment in the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio (NYSE: NIO) , then last week brought two intriguing developments.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Zurich, 7 December 2023 – KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the opening of a new office in Zurich, Switzerland, solidifying its presence in one of the world's most important institutional and wealth management centers. The KKR office opens with individuals representing KKR’s Global Client Solutions team and will also serve as a Swiss base for investment professionals covering the DACH region.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a home run investment in 2023. Shares of the semiconductor giant have more than tripled this year, gaining a whopping 238% thanks to an astronomical acceleration in the company's revenue and earnings. Booming demand for its graphics cards is playing a major role in training artificial intelligence (AI) models. The good news is that analysts are anticipating Nvidia stock to head higher in 2024.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
MENLO PARK, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ajax Health announced today the formation and funding of Cortex, a medical technology company developing an integrated mapping and ablation solution suite for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common heart rhythm disorder, affecting more than 30 million patients worldwide. Cortex has raised $90 million in funding commitments led by KKR and Hellman & Friedman (H&F) with participation by other investors including AI Life
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Shares of Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) are down roughly 50% from their 2021 highs. There are very good reasons for this, as you'll learn below. But the company is expecting an incredible improvement in earnings in 2024. Assuming it can live up to this forecast, the stock could be in for a big rebound, too. Here's what you need to know. Stanley Black & Decker dropped the ball During the coronavirus pandemic, demand for the tools that Stanley Black & Decker produces was quite str
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR today announced the appointment of Dane E. Holmes as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective December 29, 2023. As CAO, he will join the firm’s leadership team and oversee and work with the existing leaders of a number of key functions, including KKR’s Human Capital, Communications, Marketing, Sustainability, and Citizenship teams.
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) is one of the top healthcare companies in the world. It has become a big name thanks to its diabetes and weight-loss products. Two promising assets it has are Ozempic (for diabetes) and Wegovy (weight loss), which have been highly effective in helping people lose weight. With strong growth opportunities thanks to these drugs, investors have been bullish on its prospects.
KKR
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Henry McVey: Investors Should Approach Markets with a ‘Glass Half Full’ Lens NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today released its 2024 Global Macro Outlook by Henry McVey, CIO of KKR’s Balance Sheet and Head of Global Macro and Asset Allocation (GMAA).
The Motley Fool
DECEMBER 23, 2023
After a bruising year for the markets in 2022, the past year has been much better. The major market indexes rebounded, with the growth-centric Nasdaq Composite up 43% in 2023. The best way to stay ahead of Wall Street is to focus on holding shares of quality businesses. If you do that, the stock will take care of itself over the long term. If you're looking to put some money to work but have less than $500 to invest, a team of Motley Fool contributors has you covered.
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