The Motley Fool
JUNE 28, 2023
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) recently announced the next iteration of its AMD Versal Premium chip, a unique chip that solves a big problem. Check out the short video to learn what semiconductor investors Jose Najarro and Billy Duberstein had to say. Also, consider subscribing and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the market prices of June 27, 2023.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 28, 2023
CVC Capital Partners, the third-biggest Europe-based private equity firm according to the PEI 300, is on track to raise what would be the largest-ever private equity fund, defying the market’s choppy waters. The Luxembourg-headquartered firm has secured at least €25 billion in commitments for CVC Capital Partners IX, according to three sources familiar with the fundraising.
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JUNE 28, 2023
Almost 20 years ago, sometime after Fred Wilson started writing and just before Brad Feld jumped in, I started “blogging”. I put that in quotes because no one really calls it blogging anymore and there aren’t even that many people still doing it from those days. A few went pro and most just moved on to other platforms, including Medium and Substack.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 26, 2023
Companies knew the mandated return to the office would cause some attrition, however, they were not prepared for the serious problems that would present.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 30, 2023
Image source: Getty Images If you've been trying to buy a home this year, you may be growing increasingly frustrated by the day. Not only is it an expensive time to sign a mortgage , but it's a tough time to find the right home due a glaring lack of inventory. Things might improve slightly during the month of July, but only marginally so. Here are some predictions for July's real estate market. 1.
A Wealth of Common Sense
JUNE 30, 2023
Here’s a headline from a Bloomberg story about the economy: And the lede: The recession calls are getting louder on Wall Street, but for many of the households and businesses who make up the world economy the downturn is already here. This story probably could have been written yesterday but it was actually published a year ago, in July 2022. If it seems like we’ve been reading about a looming recession for m.
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Blackstone News
JUNE 26, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO & NEW YORK, June 26, 2023 – Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD) and Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced a definitive agreement for Prologis to acquire nearly 14 million square feet of industrial properties from opportunistic real estate funds affiliated with Blackstone for $3.1 billion, funded by cash. The acquisition price represents an approximately 4% cap rate in the first year and a 5.75% cap rate when adjusting to today’s market rents.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 28, 2023
What happened Wednesday is turning into another great day to own electric vehicle (EV) stocks , as EV start-ups jostle for pole position and a couple news items shake up the rankings. In early afternoon trading, as of 12:15 p.m. ET, Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ: RIVN) stock has tacked on a respectable 4.1% gain, while Fisker (NYSE: FSR) shares are up 4.5%, and Lucid Group (NASDAQ: LCID) is leading the pack higher with a 4.8% gain.
FinSMEs
JUNE 30, 2023
GeologicAI, a Calgary, Canada-based provider of rock and resource digitization services, raised $20M in Series A funding. The round was led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures. The company intends to use the funds to further the development and global scaling of its fleet of AI-powered robot geologists, accelerating resource exploration and extraction. Led by CEO Grant […] The post GeologicAI Raises $20M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Big Picture
JUNE 29, 2023
One of the most important aspects of becoming a good investor is creating a model of the world around you. To do this, you must have good decision-making skills, and the ability to make sense of incomplete and sometimes contradictory information. This is not easy. Indeed, it is often counterintuitive. What seems like an obvious market-moving data point or piece of news is very often already in the price.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 28, 2023
Amid declining sales, Bud Light is offering $15 rebates on 15-packs of Budweiser, Bud Light, Budweiser Select, or Budweiser Select 55—making the beer practically free. Read more about Bud Light, here.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 26, 2023
What constitutes a blue chip stock is subject to some debate, but the term generally refers to large businesses that reliably create wealth for shareholders. Most blue chip stocks have a wide market presence and a well-known brand, and many pay a dividend that consistently climbs over time. Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA) meet most of those criteria, and both stocks could soar when economic conditions improve and the next bull market begins.
FinSMEs
JUNE 26, 2023
Agile Space Industries, a Durango, CO-based in-space propulsion solution provider, raised $13M in Seed funding. The round was led by Caruso Ventures and included Greater Colorado Venture Fund (GCVF), Cori Innovation Fund and Greenline Ventures, with participation from Lockheed Martin Ventures. Agile, which did not disclose the valuation of the round, has now raised in excess of $18M. […] The post Agile Space Industries Closes $13M Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Big Picture
JUNE 26, 2023
Rising rates, falling savings, increased deficits, dubious GDP : Ever since the yield curve inverted and warnings of “imminent recession” filled the air, the Philly Fed’s map of State Coincident Indexes has provided a good real-time snapshot of the state of the economy. Friday’s release might have snuck by, but its filled with upside surprises that are worth looking at.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 28, 2023
Airbnb is offering two free one-night stays in an all-pink mansion hosted by "Ken," in the latest marketing move ahead of Great Gerwig's upcoming Barbie movie. Here's a look at the other "Barbie" collabs.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 26, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Moving is no one's idea of a good time (and if it's yours, please seek help). That said, it's sometimes necessary -- to go to school, to change jobs , and ideally, to grow your life. Analysis from the U.S. Census Bureau based on 2007 data suggested that the average American moves 11.7 times in their lifetime. You can certainly DIY a move, but if you've been considering whether to hire movers, the extra cost involved might be giving you pause.
FinSMEs
JUNE 27, 2023
Sixty AI, a Portland, Oregon-based provider of an AI-Powered Personal Relationship Management (PRM) platform, raised $3.5m in seed funding. Backers included 468 Capital. The company intends to use the funds to continue to expand operations and its development efforts. Led by Mat Ellis, founding CEO, Sixty provides a software platform that manages mundane tasks whether […] The post Sixty AI Raises $3.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Big Picture
JUNE 28, 2023
All of the companies in the S&P 500 are worth $7.1 trillion in assets, accounting for close to 80% of available market capitalization on U.S. stock exchanges. Visual Capital notes: “Over the last decade, big tech names have dominated the index. The tech sector makes up over 26% , with Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia as the top S&P 500 companies by market capitalization.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 30, 2023
A suspect has been identified after a viral video showed a man etching the names "Ivan+Hayley" into the brick walls of the Rome Colosseum in Italy earlier this week.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 26, 2023
Over the past few years, the market has no doubt tested the patience and resolve of some investors. Inflation has made things more expensive to buy, higher interest rates and a slowing economy may be contributing to higher debt levels, and a bear market has caused most investments to lose a lot of value. These factors can all make it tempting to alter your retirement planning , but it is important to not let short-term issues affect your long-term strategy.
FinSMEs
JUNE 29, 2023
Outdid, a London, UK-based company that provides an end-to-end private ID verification solution leveraging zero knowledge (“ZK”) proofs, raised $2.5M in Seed funding. The round was led by Jump Crypto, followed by Superscrypt, and with participation from more than 15 angel investors such as Matias Woloski, Martin Varsavski, Gaston Frydlewski, Santiago Siri, Pia Mancini, Emanuele […] The post Outdid Raises $2.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Big Picture
JUNE 24, 2023
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • The Evolution of Financial Advice. To be a successful investor you need to possess a number of different traits. You need to understand how math, statistics and probabilities work. You need to understand how corporations and the global economy generally function over the long haul.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 26, 2023
While slow periods can be a stressful time for entrepreneurs and remote workers alike, it also presents a unique opportunity to take a step back and evaluate your business and goals. By taking advantage of the slower summer season, you can ensure that you're well-rested and well-prepared for the busy fall season ahead.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 25, 2023
Investors are excited about the explosive potential of artificial intelligence (AI). It seems every day groundbreaking AI tools are created that captivate users and generate untold riches for the innovators behind them. Yet it's the businesses that supply the technology upon which AI is built that could profit most of all. Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) is one of these "picks and shovels" providers.
FinSMEs
JUNE 29, 2023
Runway, a New York-based applied AI research company building the next generation of creative tools, raised $141M in Additional Series C funding. The round saw participation from Google, NVIDIA, Salesforce Ventures, and existing investors, among others. The company intends to use the funds to further scale in-house research efforts, expand its team, and continue to […] The post Runway Raises $141M in Addiditional Series C Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
Top 1000 Funds
JUNE 27, 2023
The risk of a deficit is a key driver in the management of PSP Investments as it looks to build resilience and cashflows in its portfolio. Amanda White spoke to CIO Eduard van Gelderen.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 27, 2023
Explore their key differences, advantages, and limitations, empowering you to make an informed decision that propels your online presence and drives growth in the competitive digital landscape.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 26, 2023
Investors follow what stocks Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway picks for a simple reason. Since Buffett took over the company in the 1960s, it has become the largest financial stock in the U.S. market and has delivered a five-year return of 79% and a 10-year return of 202% versus 60% and 173%, respectively, for the S&P 500 index. The best way to see which stocks Berkshire Hathaway is buying or selling is by following the company's 13F reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
FinSMEs
JUNE 26, 2023
Rubber Ducky Labs, a San Francisco, CA-based company dedicated to making recommender systems to build and imbue with human knowledge, raised $1.5M in Seed funding. The round was led by Bain Capital Ventures with participation from Cadenza Ventures and angel investors including Brad Klingenberg, Patrick Hayes, and Dave Aronchick. The company intends to use the […] The post Rubber Ducky Labs Raises $1.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
Investment Writing
JUNE 26, 2023
Can you spot what’s wrong in the image below? Please post your answer as a comment. Oops! Hint: Reading this paragraph out loud might help you find the mistake that caught my eye. I post these challenges to raise awareness of the importance of proofreading. The post MISTAKE MONDAY for June 26: Can YOU spot what’s wrong? appeared first on Susan Weiner Investment Writing.
Entrepreneur - VC
JUNE 30, 2023
Why, from the outside looking in, do we feel the need to pick holes in other people's success? Is it jealousy? Or a simple fact of life? If someone wins, you do not necessarily lose.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 26, 2023
For the last several months, financial headlines have been dominated by the rising popularity of artificial intelligence (AI). Wall Street's new obsession with AI makes it easy to miss things that should otherwise be on your radar. Luckily, or perhaps controversially, serial entrepreneur Elon Musk always seems to have a way of getting his name and his companies into the headlines, regardless of what the new trending topics are.
FinSMEs
JUNE 30, 2023
MedScout, an Austin, TX-based revenue acceleration platform for med tech commercial operations, raised $5M in Seed funding. The round was led by Stage 2 Capital, with participation from LiveOak Venture Partners, as well as Alumni Ventures, and a16z’s Scout Fund. Mandy Cole and Mike Marcantonio, Partner at LiveOak Venture Partners, will join the MedScout Board The company intends […] The post MedScout Raises $5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
Integrity Financial Planning
JUNE 27, 2023
In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring financial stability for future generations can be a daunting task. However, it is a common goal for retirees to create and maintain generational wealth in retirement. What better way to leave a legacy than to provide financial security? That’s why this article will provide valuable tips and insights to help retirees build a legacy for their families and future generations.
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