The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Shopping at Costco is all about finding great deals, but that doesn't mean your purchases have to be low-quality or even cheap. We're getting closer to the Christmas shopping season every day, and if you're looking for some high-end gifts to give out without completely derailing your personal finances , you may want to consider some of these luxury items.
The Big Picture
OCTOBER 28, 2023
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Kanye and Adidas: Money, Misconduct and the Price of Appeasement : A year ago, after producing hundreds of shoe styles and billions of dollars together, Adidas broke with Kanye West as he made antisemitic and other offensive public comments.
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The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images If you're currently living paycheck to paycheck, please know that you're not alone. Many Americans are struggling to afford everyday living costs. A 2023 study by SecureSave found 74% of Ameridans are now living paycheck to paycheck. It can be challenging to reach your financial goals when you have little money left over after paying all your bills.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Online education company was once India’s most valuable start-up but now plans asset sales to settle debts
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Running a small business takes a lot of effort, but being a small business owner can be rewarding. As we get closer to the year's end, now is an excellent time to consider what you can do to set your small business up for success in the new year. You can feel more confident about the upcoming year by doing some extra planning before Jan. 1.
The Reformed Broker
OCTOBER 28, 2023
ALERT: Michael, Barry, Ben and about twenty of our most highly skilled advisor / client service superstars are coming to North Carolina from November 6th through 8th to meet with clients and celebrate our new branch office in downtown Charlotte. I’ll be there too, of course. If you’d like to chat with us about your financial plan and portfolio in-person and you’re within driving distance of CLT, hit us u.
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FinSMEs
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Eavor Technologies Inc., a Calgary, Alberta, Canada-based provider of advanced geothermal energy solutions, closed a $182m financing. The round was led by OMV AG, with participation from Canada Growth Fund, Japan Energy Fund, Monaco Asset Management and Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund, as well as existing investors BDC, bp Ventures, Eversource Energy, Temasek and Vickers Venture […] The post Eavor Technologies Raises $182M in Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Some couples combine their finances. While sharing a joint bank account works for many couples, it's not an ideal solution for all. Even if you've been with your partner for a long time or are married, there can be benefits to maintaining some or all of your bank accounts individually. Still unsure of the best way of managing your finances with your partner?
FinSMEs
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Scatec, an Oslo, Norway-based renewable energy solutions provider, closed a USD102m capital financing round to further accelerate the growth of “Release by Scatec” as a separate platform. Climate Fund Managers, a climate-centric blended finance fund manager backed by FMO, the Dutch Development Bank, and Sanlam Infraworks, part of the Sanlam Group of South Africa, invested […] The post Scatec Closes USD 102M Capital Financing Round appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
You're probably busy sifting through the number of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks that seem to dominate every "Top Stocks to Buy" list this year. The introduction of ChatGPT started a trend that can't be ignored. From your investing club to the water cooler at work, everyone is thinking and talking about AI these days. But what if you could hit two birds with one stone?
The Big Picture
OCTOBER 28, 2023
This week, we speak with Michael Carmen , co-head of private investments at Wellington Management Co. LLP, which has more than $1 trillion in assets under management. Carmen, who manages the diversified late-stage growth equity business, previously managed institutional portfolios in the multi-cap growth style. He has written papers on topics concerning investment trends in late-stage growth and small-cap equity portfolios and is a chartered financial analyst.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become all the rage over the past year. Investors are constantly looking to identify the next company that could emerge as a leader in generative AI, and current market conditions show that they're willing to pay a premium. While the upside of AI investments could be lucrative, there's still plenty of value in other areas of the capital markets.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 28, 2023
US company competes with the likes of Norway’s Stokke and Amsterdam-based Bugaboo
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
In this podcast, Motley Fool host Ricky Mulvey and analyst Jason Moser discuss: Unity Software CEO John Riccitiello stepping down from his role. How Unity handled pricing changes with its developers. Trian Fund Management increasing its stake in Walt Disney. Questions about Disney's turnaround story. Plus, Motley Fool host Alison Southwick and personal finance expert Robert Brokamp discuss the growing trend of "unretirement.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images If you are an employee in a traditional work relationship, the company that you work for withholds money from each paycheck. This is sent to the IRS to satisfy your tax obligations. If you overpay, as many people do, then you end up getting a refund. If you underpay, you may owe a small amount when you submit your tax returns.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Many financial experts spent the better part of 2022 warning consumers to gear up for a 2023 recession. Only that never happened. And while we're not quite done with 2023, at this point, it's pretty fair to say that the economy is in a good position to hold steady until 2024. But just because we managed to avoid a 2023 recession doesn't mean we're permanently in the clear.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Don't call it a comeback, but Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) stock is on the upswing. Shares of the former Wall Street favorite are beating the S&P 500 this year and are well ahead of the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index. Much of that rally came after Netflix announced stellar Q3 earnings results on Oct. 18 that showed excellent membership momentum. You'd be wrong to think you missed the boat on this growth stock, though.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Self-driving cars are finally here, and somehow nobody's talking about it. In a year when investors have fallen over themselves trying to get a piece of AI stocks, they seem to be missing a potentially bigger story as AI-based autonomous vehicles (AV) are whizzing all over cities like San Francisco as I write this. Alphabet's (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Waymo and General Motors (NYSE: GM) Cruise have emerged as two of the leaders in the AV race, but there are other companies actively ferrying
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
While stock price growth gets a lot of attention, it's not the only way to make money. Investors should also pay attention to dividends and their role in a stock's total returns. Dividends are a way for companies to reward investors for their patience. They can also make up a lot of investors' total returns over the long haul, so their impact shouldn't be taken for granted.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images It's been a tough go for prospective home buyers. And those looking to sell their homes actually don't have it so easy, either. Mortgage lenders have been charging eye-watering rates. Granted, today's rates aren't the highest they've ever been. But they're the highest rates we've seen in over two decades. Because of how high rates are, it's been difficult for buyers to afford a home.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Chip giant Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) still generates nearly all its revenue from selling its own chips, but that won't remain the case as the company ramps up its foundry business. Intel has its sights set on regaining its manufacturing advantage with an aggressive plan to launch five process nodes in a four-year span, culminating with the Intel 18A process in late 2024.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Share prices of social media king Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) are finally getting their pullback after an epic year -- down nearly 15% from their most recent highs, but still up an incredible 140% in 2023 as of this writing. The reason is a bit confusing because Meta handily beat all financial expectations for the third quarter of 2023. Some of that beat is attributed to a partial return to operating profit margins that Meta was known for.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images If you want to become a millionaire, investing money can help make that happen. If you open a brokerage account and begin buying assets that provide a generous return, the money your investments earn can be reinvested and earn even more for you. This is called compound growth , and it's a powerful wealth-building tool. But just how quickly can investing make you a millionaire?
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images College students can get credit cards if they have a parent willing to cosign or if they have proof of income sufficient to pay the card. And getting a card in college can sometimes make sense, as students can begin building credit and earning rewards for essential spending. RELATED: Best Credit Cards for Students It's important for young people to use their cards wisely, though.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
While the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution has been decades in the making, 2023 could very well be remembered as the year that this incredible technology shift began shaping the stock market. Some top companies in the field have already seen explosive gains thanks to the rapidly accelerating tech trend, but it's worth noting that this incredible tech movement is still very much in its infancy.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Robotics company Symbotic (NASDAQ: SYM) scored a coup in 2021 when it contracted with Walmart (NYSE: WMT) to automate the retail giant's 42 regional distribution centers. Given Walmart's size, such a deal can change the game for any rising company and significantly benefit its investors. However, that has not led to Symbotic landing comparable contracts with other companies.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
In the first half of 2023, the surprising turnaround for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) was the talk of the crypto industry. Bitcoin skyrocketed right out of the gate, and by mid-July, had nearly doubled in price to $32,000. However, since then, Bitcoin's fortunes have cooled considerably. Bitcoin is trading around $28,000 as of this writing, a nearly 15% haircut from its intra-year high.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
This is a good time to be shopping for retailing stocks. Worries over sluggish consumer spending trends have pushed valuations down for most of the sector even though cyclical downturns are a normal, and temporary, part of the economic cycle. It makes sense, then, to consider purchasing the best of these businesses when they are trading for a discount.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
When it comes to picking winning biotech companies, sometimes it pays to go with players who are at the cutting edge of their field. On Oct. 18, regulators at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that Intellia Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NTLA) is a leader in gene editing: The FDA approved the company's application to proceed with its phase 3 clinical trial for its candidate NTLA-2001, which aims to treat transthyretin (ATTR) amyloidosis, a fatal protein misfolding disorder of the liver.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Many Americans hope to save more. But saving can feel impossible if you have minimal extra cash left in the bank after paying your bills. Even if you only have $50 a month to save, it can make a difference and improve your future. Don't let your current financial situation keep you from saving at all. Here are two options to consider if you want to save $50 each month.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Brookfield Renewable Corporation (NYSE: BEPC) has been a hard stock to love over the past three years. But the business hasn't skipped a beat. Here's why, despite steep losses, investors will probably still find Brookfield Renewable an attractive way to invest in the clean energy sector. A lot of heartache for investors Looking at stock price performance, a $10,000 investment in Brookfield Renewable Corporation three years ago would be worth just about $5,200 today.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) investing is one trend you don't want to miss. Although AI has been around for some time, the innovations happening today have the potential to shift how we work, interact with others, and do business. Two stocks heavily invested in artificial intelligence proliferation are UiPath (NYSE: PATH) and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD).
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Bill Barker and host Deidre Woollard discuss: What's driving the rapid growth of Modelo. If wine and spirits can rebound for Constellation Brands. The future of cannabis and Tilray 's tough path to profitability. Deidre interviews Joel Marcus, CEO of Alexandria Real Estate Equities , about the future of this life sciences real estate investment trust.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Image source: Getty Images I'm going to be buying a house very soon. This is something I've done many times before, and something that people do often (although, less often now during this time of high mortgage rates). The difference in this particular situation is that the home I'm buying was not actually for sale. Even though it wasn't listed on the Multiple Listing Service and the owners were not actually looking for a buyer, I'm due to close any day now.
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