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Dutch Bros Inc is an operator and franchisor of drive-thru coffee shops that are focused on serving hand-crafted beverages. The company's hand-crafted beverage-focused lineup features hot and cold espresso-based beverages, cold brew coffee products, proprietary energy drinks, tea, lemonade, smoothies and other beverages. The company has two reportable operating segments Company-operated shops and Franchising. It derives maximum revenue from Company operated shops.

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A senior White House official&nbsp;has hinted at the possibility of the U.S. utilizing its gold reserves to acquire more Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>).
What Happened: Bo Hines, the executive director of the President&#8217;s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, suggested in an interview that the U.S. could capitalize on the gains from its gold holdings to purchase more Bitcoin.
This move, according to Hines, could&nbsp;be a budget-neutral way to&nbsp;increase the country&#8217;s Bitcoin reserves.
Hines referenced the Bitcoin Act of 2025, proposed by Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), which advocates for the US to acquire 1 million Bitcoin, approximately 5% of the total Bitcoin supply, over a span of five years. This acquisition would be funded through the sale of Federal Reserve gold certificates.
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"If we actually realize the gains on the U.S. gold holdings, that would be a budget-neutral way to acquire more bitcoin," Hines said adding that there's been "countless ideas" and the &#8220;best ideas" will be enacted by President Donald Trump.
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President Trump, in a pre-recorded message, expressed his commitment to making the US the leading Bitcoin superpower and the global hub for cryptocurrency. 
"It's high time that our president started accumulating assets for the American people, which is what president Trump is doing rather than taking it away," Hines added. 
Despite recent market stagnation due to macroeconomic factors, Trump&#8217;s pledge has instilled confidence in the market.
Why It Matters: The potential use of US gold reserves to purchase Bitcoin signifies a major shift in the country&#8217;s approach to digital assets. 
The Bitcoin Act of 2025, if passed, could significantly increase the US&#8217;s stake in the global Bitcoin market. This move, coupled with President Trump&#8217;s commitment to crypto, could position the US as a leading player in the global crypto market, potentially influencing Bitcoin&#8217;s price and market dynamics.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the tech and auto industry, with&nbsp;Elon Musk&nbsp;making headlines and&nbsp;Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)&nbsp;facing challenges. From surprise all-hands meetings to delivery estimates taking a hit, there&#8217;s a lot to unpack.
Let&#8217;s dive in.
Musk Urges Tesla Employees to Hold Onto Their Stock
In a surprise late-night all-hands meeting, Tesla CEO Musk encouraged employees to keep their stock. The meeting, originally scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET, didn&#8217;t kick off until 9:58 p.m. ET.
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Tesla&#8217;s March Deliveries Expected to Dip
Despite Tesla&#8217;s shares plunging nearly 40% in 2025, the company recorded its highest weekly registrations in China this year. However, analysts predict that Tesla&#8217;s March deliveries will fall short of expectations.
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Waymo Takes The Lead In Robotaxi Race
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Waymo has taken a significant lead in the autonomous vehicle market, with over 2 million paid robotaxi rides across multiple U.S. cities. Meanwhile, Amazon&#8217;s Zoox is giving Tesla a run for its money.
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Nvidia Partners with General Motors
Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang announced a partnership with General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) for its self-driving segment, stating that &#8220;the time for autonomous vehicles has arrived.&#8221;
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44383445/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-announces-gm-partnership-the-time-for-autonomous-vehicles-has-arrived">Read the full article here.</a>
Tesla Owners May Face Higher Insurance Premiums
Tesla owners might have to shell out more for insurance due to a surge in vandalism against the company&#8217;s vehicles. Incidents of spray-painting, arson, and even shootings have been reported, fueled by resentment towards Elon Musk&#8217;s association with the Trump administration.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. PepsiCo, Restaurant Brands, and Fifth Third Bancorp have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of over 3%.
PepsiCo
PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) engages in the manufacture, marketing, distribution, and sale of various beverages and convenient foods worldwide.
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The company has increased its dividends consecutively for the past 53 years. According to its most recent dividend hike announcement on Feb. 5, PepsiCo raised the quarterly payout by 7% to $1.355, which is equal to $5.42 annually. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock stands at 3.66%.
PepsiCo's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $91.85 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings report on Feb. 4, the company posted EPS of $1.96, beating the consensus estimate of $1.94, while revenues of $27.78 billion came in below the consensus of $27.89 billion.
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Restaurant Brands International
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSR#NYSE">QSR</a>) operates as a quick-service restaurant company in Canada, the U.S., and internationally.
Restaurant Brands has raised its dividends every year for the last 10 years. In its most recent dividend announcement on Feb. 12, the board increased the quarterly payout from $0.58 to $0.62 per share, equaling an annual figure of $2.48 per share. The current yield on the dividend is 3.65%.
The company's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $8.41 billion. In its most recent quarterly earnings release on Feb. 12, the company posted Q4 2024 EPS of $0.81 and revenues of $2.30 billion. Both figures beat the Street estimates.
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Fifth Third Bancorp
Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>) operates as the bank holding company for Fifth Third Bank, National Association that engages in the provision of a range of financial products and services in the U.S.
Fifth Third Bancorp has increased its dividends every year for the last nine years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Sept. 12, the company raised the quarterly payout from $0.35 to $0.37 per share, equal to an annual figure of $1.48 per share. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock is 3.75%.
The company&#8217;s annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $8.25 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Jan. 21, Fifth Third Bancorp posted revenues of $2.17 billion, below the consensus estimate of $2.21 billion, while EPS of $0.90 beat the consensus of $0.88.
Check out this <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/analyst-ratings/25/03/44151455/deep-dive-into-fifth-third-bancorp-stock-analyst-perspectives-8-ratings">article by Benzinga</a> for eight analysts&#8217; insights on Fifth Third Bancorp.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride in the world of artificial intelligence (AI). From Google&#8217;s ambitious 100-day AI sprint to OpenAI&#8217;s legal troubles, Nvidia&#8217;s AI advancements, and concerns over an AI bubble, the industry has seen it all. Let&#8217;s dive into the details.
Google&#8217;s 100-Day AI Sprint
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google took on a 100-day challenge to develop a rival to ChatGPT. The project, named Bard, was led by Sissie Hsiao, a Google veteran with over 16 years of experience. The team&#8217;s objective was to counter the rising popularity of OpenAI's ChatGPT.
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Legal Action Against OpenAI
A Norwegian man, Arve Hjalmar Holmen, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI led by Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT falsely accused him of murdering his children. The false claim was discovered when Holmen asked ChatGPT about himself.
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Nvidia&#8217;s Humanoid AI Brain
Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) unveiled Groot N1, a new foundation model for humanoid robots, at GTC 2025. The company&#8217;s CEO, Jensen Huang, believes this development in embodied AI could potentially fill a growing labor gap and become the largest industry.
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Nvidia and General Motors Partnership
Nvidia&#8217;s CEO, Jensen Huang, announced a partnership with General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) for its self-driving segment at the GPU Technology Conference (GTC). Huang declared that the era of autonomous vehicles has arrived.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44383445/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-announces-gm-partnership-the-time-for-autonomous-vehicles-has-arrived">Read the full article here.</a>
Concerns Over AI Bubble
The &#8216;Magnificent 7&#8217; companies, including Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), are expected to spend over $330 billion on AI infrastructure in 2025. However, China's AI breakthrough, despite the chip shortage, could affect these targets, potentially impacting profitability.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. Essential Utilities, Portland General Electric, and Independent Bank have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of around 3% to 4%.
Essential Utilities
Essential Utilities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTRG#NYSE">WTRG</a>) operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, and natural gas services in the U.S.
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Essential Utilities has increased its dividends every year for the last 33 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on July 31, the company raised the quarterly payout by 6% to $0.3255 per share, equaling an annual figure of $1.302 per share. The dividend yield on the stock is 3.28%.
The company's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $2.09 billion. According to its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 26, the company posted revenues of $604.38 million and EPS of $0.67. Both figures came in above the Street estimates.
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Portland General Electric&nbsp;
Portland General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POR#NYSE">POR</a>), an integrated electric utility company, engages in the generation, wholesale purchase, transmission, distribution, and retail sale of electricity in the state of Oregon.
Portland General Electric has raised its dividends consecutively for the last 19 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement last April 19, the company increased the quarterly payout by 5.3% to $0.50 per share, equal to $2 per share annually. The company confirmed on Feb. 12 that the payout would remain the same. The current dividend yield on the stock stands at 4.49%.
The company's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $3.44 billion. As per its most recent earnings release on Feb. 14, it posted Q4 2024 revenues of $837 million and EPS of $0.36, both above the Street estimates.
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Independent Bank
Independent Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDB#NASDAQ">INDB</a>) operates as the bank holding company for Rockland Trust Company that provides commercial banking products and services to individuals and small-to-medium sized businesses in the U.S.
Independent Bank has raised its dividends every year for the last 14 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on March 21, 2024, its board increased the quarterly payout from $0.55 to $0.57 per share or $2.28 annualized. More recently, in its dividend announcement on Dec. 12, the company maintained the payout at the same level. The dividend yield is 3.58%.
Independent Bank&#8217;s annual revenue as of Dec. 31 is $683.11 million. In its most recent earnings release on Jan. 16, the company posted Q4 2024 revenues of $176.85 million and EPS of $1.21. Both figures beat the consensus estimates.
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Essential Utilities, Portland General Electric, and Independent Bank are good choices for investors seeking reliable passive income. Their dividend yields of around 3% to 4% and long history of consistent hikes make them attractive to income-focused investors.
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The past week in the world of cryptocurrency was nothing short of eventful. From&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;advocating for stablecoin legislation to&nbsp;Peter Schiff&nbsp;slamming the strategic Bitcoin reserve, the crypto market was abuzz with activity.
Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines.
Trump Calls For Stablecoin Legislation
In his address at the Blockworks Digital Asset Summit, U.S. President Donald Trump urged Congress to pass legislation for stablecoins. Trump emphasized the potential of stablecoins to enhance the U.S. financial system and maintain the dollar&#8217;s global dominance. This marked his first address at a crypto conference as a sitting president.
<a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44420122/donald-trump-calls-for-stablecoin-legislation-lauds-bitcoin-reserve-biden-got-a-fraction-of-their-value">Read the full article here.</a>
Schiff Slams Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff warned that the strategic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) reserve is a tool to trick Americans into speculative losses. Schiff predicted that more Americans will lose money in crypto under Trump&#8217;s influence than in any other speculative mania in history.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44423999/peter-schiff-says-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-is-a-scam-to-lure-americans-into-buying-more-crypto">Read the full article here.</a>
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Bitcoin Prices And The Potential Ukraine Ceasefire
As U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin prepare for a much-anticipated phone call, Bitcoin&#8217;s price action remains closely tied to the outcome of a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. According to Polymarket data, a ceasefire in Ukraine has a 61% chance of being announced until July.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44379524/what-will-happen-to-bitcoin-prices-if-donald-trump-and-vladimir-putin-agree-on-a-ceasefire-in-ukraine">Read the full article here.</a>
MSTR&#8217;s Novel Strategy For Bitcoin Exposure
Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), formerly MicroStrategy, has been helping bond managers outperform with its novel strategy of issuing 0% convertible bonds to acquire more Bitcoin. Tom Lee, the CIO at Fundstrat Capital, believes this strategy has great potential for future upside.
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Schiff Criticizes Bitcoin ETFs
Peter Schiff once again criticized Bitcoin and extolled the benefits of gold. Schiff highlighted that gold prices have surged past $3,000 as foreign central banks continue selling U.S. dollars to accumulate gold, weakening the U.S. dollar and boosting foreign stock markets.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), with the tech giant facing a series of challenges from internal turmoil to security oversights. The company&#8217;s stock has taken a hit, falling over 12% this year.
Amid these issues, CEO Tim Cook is reportedly making strategic changes to revive the struggling Siri assistant and catch up in the generative AI race.
Here&#8217;s a recap of the major stories that unfolded over the week.
Tim Cook Bets on Mike Rockwell to Revive Siri
Apple CEO Cook has reportedly reshuffled its AI leadership to revive the struggling Siri assistant. Mike Rockwell, the executive behind the Vision Pro headset, has been moved into a new leadership role overseeing Siri, pulling the virtual assistant out from under AI chief John Giannandrea&#8217;s control.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44429160/apple-stock-down-over-12-this-year-now-tim-cook-is-reportedly-betting-on-vision-pros-mike-rockwell-to-fix-siri-after-losing-confidence-in-ai-boss-john-giannandrea">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s Passwords App Exposes Users to Phishing Attacks
Security researchers found that the Passwords app introduced with Apple&#8217;s iOS 18 was using unencrypted HTTP connections, leaving users exposed to potential phishing attacks until a quiet fix was issued.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44390868/apples-new-passwords-app-left-users-exposed-to-phishing-attacks-for-months-due-to-serious-http-flaw-researchers-reveal">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s AI Crisis Peaks Ahead of Executive Retreat
Apple is reportedly entering its annual Top 100 executive retreat this week amidst mounting criticism over the company&#8217;s stalled artificial intelligence efforts.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44350512/apples-ai-crisis-reaches-boiling-point-ahead-of-top-100-executive-retreat-tim-cook-and-key-execs-called-out-over-siri-failure-by-top-analyst">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple Struggles to Fix Siri&#8217;s AI Failures
Apple is reportedly facing internal turmoil as it struggles to fix major AI failures in Siri, with a top executive calling the delays ugly and embarrassing after the company prematurely marketed features that weren&#8217;t ready.
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iPhone 16e Sales Surge, But China Sales Expected to Slide
Apple&#8217;s newly released iPhone 16e is off to a strong start, but analysts say it won&#8217;t be enough to offset the tech giant&#8217;s declining sales in China this year.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the financial world. From the Federal Reserve&#8217;s unchanged interest rates to Mark Cuban&#8217;s probing questions about the U.S. economic shift, the week was filled with significant events.
Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories that made headlines.
Fed&#8217;s Powell Revives &#8216;Transitory&#8217; Inflation Talk&nbsp;
The Federal Reserve, led by Chairman Jerome Powell, left interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.50% this week. Despite the Fed&#8217;s projection of two rate cuts in 2025, the latest dot plot reflects lower growth and higher inflation, sparking concerns about stagflation. Economists are questioning the Fed&#8217;s confidence in easing inflation, warning of potential policy missteps and rising recession risks.
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Mark Cuban Questions Motives Behind Economic Shift
 Amid the ongoing U.S. economic overhaul, billionaire Mark Cuban has raised questions about the interests of those in charge. He contrasted the difference between turning around a corporation and a country, calling the 330 million citizens the directors of the corporation. Cuban&#8217;s comments came in response to a post that praised the current economic churn and criticized DOGE for being too timid.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: A &#8216;Deficit Hawk&#8217;
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Ray Dalio Warns of Imminent Debt Crisis
Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio has raised concerns about the U.S.&#8217;s national debt, predicting an imminent crisis. Dalio pointed out a severe imbalance between supply and demand, noting that the debt-to-GDP ratio has reached 122%, surpassing the nation&#8217;s economic output. He warned that the U.S. might soon face difficulties selling its debt.
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Canada&#8217;s Retaliatory Tariffs Draw Criticism
In response to the Trump administration&#8217;s recent trade measures, Canada has introduced retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick criticized Canada&#8217;s &#8220;tone deaf&#8221; approach ahead of a meeting with Canadian officials.
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The past week has been a whirlwind of news, with the Trump administration making headlines on multiple fronts. From a shake-up in the education sector to controversial deportation practices, the administration&#8217;s actions have sparked widespread discussion. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories of the week.
Trump Dismantles Department of Education
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The order also transfers federal student loan servicing to the Small Business Administration. Trump&#8217;s order instructs Education Secretary Linda McMahon to facilitate the dissolution of the Department of Education and return educational authority to the states.
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Revised Terms for Access to Ukraine&#8217;s Resources
The Trump administration is pushing for revised terms to access Ukraine's critical minerals and energy assets. This move is part of a larger strategy to secure a peace agreement with Russia. The U.S. is persuading Kyiv to agree to comprehensive terms about the ownership and control of a joint investment fund.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44435337/trump-administration-pushes-for-revised-terms-to-access-ukraines-critical-resources-amid-peace-talks-report">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump Administration&#8217;s Deportation Practices Under Scrutiny
A federal judge has criticized the Trump administration for its handling of Venezuelan deportation flights. The administration has been accused of not providing sufficient details about the flights and failing to respond adequately to a court order.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44428767/trump-administration-failed-to-respond-to-court-order-on-deportation-flights-explain-non-compliance-by-tuesday-says-judge">Read the full article here.</a>
Bill Gates Warns of Global Health Funding Gaps
Microsoft Corp. co-founder, Bill Gates, has urged the Trump administration to maintain funding for international health initiatives. Gates warned that his foundation cannot compensate for the potential shortfall caused by cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
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US-EU Tensions Escalate
French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has criticized the Trump administration&#8217;s stance on U.S.-European relations. Glucksmann&#8217;s comments came in response to a statement made by White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, leading to an escalation in tensions between the U.S. and EU.
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For 20 years, one Redditor dedicated themselves to a frugal lifestyle, prioritizing financial security over luxury. Now, at 51 and facing a cancer diagnosis, they wonder: Was it all worth it?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Lifetime of Sacrifices</h2>
In a now-viral <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/comments/1j1bsyv/i_have_been_frugal_the_last_20_years_and_now_i_am/">post</a> on the r/Frugal subreddit, user Bib_fortune shared their dilemma. Thanks to decades of careful budgeting, they own their home outright and have solid savings and investments. But their frugality came at a cost: driving old, unreliable cars and skipping out on the finer things in life. Meanwhile, their sister—who struggles with money—has always enjoyed new cars, expensive clothes, and a seemingly lavish lifestyle.
&#8220;I always thought my life choices were the right ones, thinking of the future&#8230; until I was diagnosed with cancer four months ago,&#8221; they wrote.
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Now, with an uncertain prognosis, they're questioning whether their sacrifices were worth it. &#8220;If I die in three years, my sister will be rewarded with my estate (don&#8217;t get me wrong, I love my sister, but [it] is not my life goal to support her lifestyle).&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Should They Finally Indulge?</h2>
One thing on their mind is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/12/42427200/amazon-autos-buy-your-next-car-online-its-just-a-click-away">buying a brand-new car</a>—something they've never done. But they worry that splurging now might be for the wrong reasons. &#8220;I am considering buying a brand-new car&#8230; but at the same time, I think I would be doing it for the wrong reasons.&#8221;
Redditors quickly chimed in with advice, and the overwhelming consensus was that this was exactly what they'd been saving for.
&#8220;<a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44408726/got-laid-off-so-i-went-all-in-on-living-frugally-redditor-shares-how-they-saved-big-and-why-these-tips-may-be-more-important-than-ever">Frugality has its rewards</a>. One is deciding when and how to spend it,&#8221; one user responded. &#8220;Your cancer may not take you that fast, but you have time to enjoy yourself. Go for it.&#8221;
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Another echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/42771996/this-is-unhinged-a-reddit-user-asks-others-for-extreme-acts-of-frugality-they-witnessed-and-the-replies-are-shockingly-entertaining">key to frugality</a> isn't just saving but also knowing when to enjoy what you've saved. &#8220;I think this is [what] people miss about being frugal. I just spent ~$1000 in Key West for my 40th. I regret nothing. Had I spent $1000 at a casino? I would have regretted it.&#8221;
Many urged the OP to take a balanced approach. &#8220;I don't think you have to overhaul your entire life. Just get the things you like, e.g., a nice car, a trip somewhere, and some nice clothes, etc.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Money For?</h2>
This post sparked a larger discussion about the purpose of money. Many Redditors shared their own experiences of learning to balance financial responsibility with enjoying life.
One user reflected on how frugality allowed them to live stress-free: &#8220;So many people with luxury things <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43947512/dave-ramsey-baffled-by-family-living-paycheck-to-paycheck-on-600000-a-year-why-do-you-need-18000-a-month-to-run-your-household">live &#8216;paycheck to paycheck&#8217;</a> and have panic attacks in their BMW while wearing that expensive watch. Peace and safety are priceless and you now have the luxury to do anything you want within reason.&#8221;
Another pointed out the importance of intentional spending: &#8220;I do and have a lot of things that die-hard frugal people would never consider frugal, but it's really about being intentional with my money.&#8221;
Some encouraged the OP to shift focus from material goods to meaningful experiences. &#8220;Where is one place that you have always wanted to go? Or something that you always wanted to do? Instead of a car, how about an experience?&#8221;
Others reminded them that life is unpredictable. &#8220;Nothing is promised to us &#8230; and how to balance saving for the future and spending for now is something we just have to make our best guess at.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next?</h2>
While many agreed that the OP deserved to enjoy the fruits of their labor, they also emphasized responsible enjoyment. &#8220;Maybe instead of a new car, finance one 2-3 years old with lower mileage,&#8221; one suggested.
Another recommended focusing on comfort, especially during treatment. &#8220;Spend your money as you see fit. Enjoy a new car. Focus on making yourself comfortable for your journey ahead.&#8221;
The Redditor clarified that they don't have a terminal diagnosis—yet. &#8220;I have been through surgery and chemo, but the odds of recurrence are high&#8230;&#8221;
With that in mind, users suggested they reassess their will to ensure their money goes where they want it to. If she doesn&#8217;t want her sister to inherit everything, she can donate to charity or set up a scholarship.
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Mark Cuban may have sold most of his stake in the Dallas Mavericks, but back when he was running things day to day, he had some intense moments. In a 2024 &#8220;Club Shay Shay&#8221; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DAVdTTgGcU">interview</a>, Cuban reflected on one of those raw moments when he lit into his team after a lackluster performance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Calling Out the Team</h2>
Cuban, known for his hands-on approach as an owner, recalled a game where he felt the players weren't putting in the effort. He unleashed on the players in the locker room.
"I walked into the locker room and I started pointing at different guys—&#8217;Yo, did you get your paycheck this week? Yeah? Did you get your paycheck this week?&#8217;" Cuban recounted. "And I went around to all of them. &#8216;You get your paycheck this week?&#8217; They all said yes. I said, &#8216;Then motherf&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A; play like you got your paycheck because you all aren&#8217;t doing s&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A;"
Despite his best efforts to fire up the team, Cuban admitted that they lost that game.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Passionate, Involved Owner</h2>
Cuban bought the Mavericks in 2000 for $285 million after seeing empty seats at the team's home opener and thinking, &#8220;We&#8217;re undefeated. We should have a good team. And I&#8217;m like, &#8216;I can do better than this,'&#8221; Cuban recalled on the &#8220;Life in Seven Songs&#8221; <a href="https://www.lifeinsevensongs.com/turns-out-mark-cuban-is-an-emotional-guy/">podcast</a>. He quickly became one of the NBA's most engaged owners, often sitting courtside, arguing with referees, and making bold moves to improve the franchise.
His efforts paid off. Under Cuban's ownership, the Mavericks won their first NBA championship in 2011, led by Dirk Nowitzki. He also revolutionized the way NBA teams invested in facilities, player care, and fan experiences.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Selling the Mavericks and Rewarding Loyalty</h2>
In December 2023, Cuban <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/01/42803678/mark-cuban-on-selling-dallas-mavericks-stake-i-didnt-want-my-kids-feeling-the-pressure-of-walking-into-my-spot">sold the majority stake</a> of the team to casino billionaire Miriam Adelson and her son-in-law, Patrick Dumont, in a deal valuing the franchise at $3.5 billion. He retained a 27% stake.
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Part of his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/10/41302910/why-mark-cuban-stepped-back-from-mavericks-ownership-his-kids-dont-need-all-that-abuse">motivation for selling</a> was to be more with his family.
"There's a lot of pressure for them," Cuban said about his kids, who were aged 15, 18 and 21 at the time. "When you're having a bad season, your kids are on social media. I just don't want them to put up with all that abuse."
However, before walking away from the owner's chair, Cuban made sure to take care of the people who helped build the team. He <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42341972/mark-cuban-hands-out-35m-in-bonuses-to-mavericks-employees-it-was-life-changing-money">handed out $35 million in bonuses</a> to long-serving Mavericks employees, describing it as "life-changing money" for those who had been with him for 20 years or more.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Legacy Beyond Basketball</h2>
Even though Cuban is no longer the face of the Mavericks, his impact on NBA ownership, player experience, and franchise management will last for years. He continues focusing on business ventures, including Cost Plus Drugs, a company aiming to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43435413/mark-cubans-cost-plus-marketplace-now-sells-over-6000-medicines-saving-customers-between-40-60-by-cutting-out-the-middle-man">lower prescription medication prices</a>, and potential casino development in Texas.
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The cannabis industry saw major developments this week across regulation, corporate earnings and consumer trends. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) introduced a federal cannabis strategy while France moved to ban raw flower in medical cannabis sales. Uruguay made an unexpected regulatory appointment and Spain's top medical cannabis advocacy group shut down in protest of restrictive policies.
On the business side, High Tide reported record revenue but faced margin concerns, while SNDL reached break-even free cash flow despite weakness in its liquor segment. Charlotte's Web continued its mainstream retail expansion, while Agrify doubled down on THC beverages. Edible Brands launched Edibles.com, bringing its consumer trust into the hemp industry and Poseidon-backed Herb Haus prepared to open a social equity dispensary in New Jersey.
Consumer trends continued to shift, with three in four young adults now substituting cannabis for alcohol at least weekly. Meanwhile, Curaleaf and Fab 5 Freddy teamed up to train 175 new cannabis workers and Ted Cruz and Elon Musk stirred conversation with jokes about smoking weed on air.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Regulatory And Policy Updates</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">CDC Unveils Federal Cannabis Strategy</h3>
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a cannabis strategic plan, outlining a public health approach to cannabis use in the U.S., as first reported by <a href="https://www.greenstate.com/news/cdc-cannabis-strategic-plan/">Green State&#8217;s Rachelle Gordon</a>. The plan highlights concerns over rising THC potency and increased cannabis consumption, while also acknowledging potential benefits.
The strategy focuses on monitoring trends, expanding research, supporting healthcare providers and increasing public awareness. The CDC will also examine cannabis use in key populations, including pregnant women, adolescents and workers in safety-sensitive jobs. While largely focused on risk management, the plan represents a shift toward a more research-driven federal stance on cannabis.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">France Proposes Medical Cannabis Rules, Excludes Raw Flower</h3>
France submitted its proposed medical cannabis regulations to the European Commission, favoring single-use cartridges while banning raw flower sales. The government argues that restricting flower will prevent overlap with recreational use, though critics note that Germany and the Netherlands allow vaporized flower for medical patients.
The regulation would allow tamper-proof cannabis cartridges for fast-acting relief while tightening controls on cultivation, import and distribution. The move places France among the most restrictive medical cannabis markets in Europe, contrasting with broader reforms elsewhere.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Uruguay Names New Cannabis Regulator In Unexpected Move</h3>
Uruguay appointed Martín Rodríguez as the new director of the Institute for Regulation and Control of Cannabis (IRCCA) after Daniel Radío declined the position, reported <a href="https://elplanteo.com/ircca-uruguay-nuevo-director/">El Planteo</a>. Rodríguez, who led IRCCA from 2015 to 2019, is seen as an industry insider with a track record in cannabis regulation.
The appointment shifts control to the ruling Frente Amplio party, raising speculation over potential regulatory changes. Uruguay's legal cannabis market has cut illicit trade by 50% and the new leadership could shape its next phase.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Spain's Leading Medical Cannabis Group Shuts Down</h3>
After a decade of advocacy, Spain's Observatorio Español del Cannabis Medicinal (OECM) announced its closure. Founder Carola Pérez blamed government inaction and restrictive policies, particularly the refusal to legalize raw flower or full-spectrum oils for patients.
While Spain grants cultivation licenses for export, domestic patients are limited to expensive pharmaceuticals like Sativex and Epidiolex. The OECM's closure is seen as a setback for patient access, even as the country finalizes long-awaited medical cannabis regulations.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference Returns To Chicago</h2>
The Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is set to return to Chicago on June 8 to June 10, 2025, bringing together top investors, executives and industry leaders. The event will feature exclusive networking opportunities, market insights and discussions on the future of cannabis investing and business strategy. Attendees will hear directly from some of the most influential voices shaping the cannabis landscape. For more details and registration, visit <a href="https://www.bzcannabis.com/">bzcannabis.com</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Market And Earnings Updates</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">High Tide Reports Record Revenue But Faces Margin Pressure</h3>
High Tide (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HITI#NASDAQ">HITI</a>) reported CA$142.46 million ($99.76 million) in first-quarter revenue, an 11% increase year-over-year. The company now has 5.66 million Cabana Club members, including 85,500 paying Elite members, up 13% quarter-over-quarter.
Despite revenue growth, gross margins fell to 24.9%, the lowest in company history, prompting Beacon Securities to lower its 12-month price target from CA$6.25 to CA$5.75 despite maintaining a &#8220;Buy&#8221; rating. Management expects margins to stabilize as the company expands its Canna Cabana store count, with plans to open between 20 and 30 locations in 2025.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">SNDL Achieves Break-Even Free Cash Flow Amid Cannabis Growth</h3>
SNDL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNDL#NASDAQ">SNDL</a>) posted fourth-quarter revenue of CA$257.68 million, up 3.7% year-over-year, exceeding analysts&#8217; estimates of CA$248.10 million. Full-year revenue reached CA$920.4 million, a 1.3% increase from 2023.
The company's cannabis operations saw a 42.4% sales jump, driven by provincial board and business-to-business distribution. However, SNDL's liquor retail segment struggled, with sales down 3.4% year-over-year. Same-store sales in the cannabis segment rose 6.3% in the quarter and 3.5% for the year.
Despite a fourth-quarter operating loss of CA$76.1 million, SNDL achieved positive free cash flow of CA$11.6 million in the quarter and CA$8.9 million for the full year. CEO Zach George noted that the company exceeded its commitment to reaching break-even free cash flow while continuing to invest in expansion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Industry And Business Developments</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Edible Brands Enters The Hemp Market With Edibles.com</h3>
Edible Brands, the parent company of Edible Arrangements, launched Edibles.com, an e-commerce marketplace focused on hemp-derived products. The platform, led by former Theory Wellness CMO Thomas Winstanley, aims to bring Edible Brands&#8217; reputation for quality to the fast-growing hemp industry.
The platform launched in Texas on March 20 and plans rapid expansion into Florida and Georgia. Select products will be available for nationwide shipping where legally permitted.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Poseidon Backs New Jersey Social Equity Dispensary</h3>
Poseidon Investment Management has financed Herb Haus, a social equity dispensary in Carlstadt, New Jersey. The dispensary is strategically located near MetLife Stadium and the Meadowlands Sports Complex, aiming to serve a high-traffic customer base.
Founder Joe Kanegieser secured a social equity license and was selected for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority&#8217;s Cannabis Equity Grant Program. With New Jersey's cannabis sales growing 25% in 2024, Herb Haus is positioned for success in the state's expanding market.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Consumer Trends And Cultural Shifts</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Young Adults Increasingly Replacing Alcohol With Cannabis</h3>
A Bloomberg Intelligence report found that 74% of consumers aged 18-24 substitute cannabis for alcohol at least weekly. The trend is reshaping the beverage industry, with major cannabis operators like Trulieve and Curaleaf expanding THC-infused drink offerings.
A YouGov poll reinforced the shift, showing that a majority of Americans now believe regular alcohol consumption is more harmful than cannabis use.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fab 5 Freddy, B-Noble And Curaleaf Support Free Cannabis Job Training</h3>
Curaleaf (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CURLF#OTC">CURLF</a>) partnered with Green Book Academy and B-Noble to train 175 aspiring cannabis workers free of charge. The program provided hands-on training, resume workshops and industry networking. Hip-hop legend Fab 5 Freddy made a surprise appearance, emphasizing the importance of education in cannabis career development.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Elon Musk And Ted Cruz Joke About Smoking Weed On Air</h3>
During a recent podcast, Ted Cruz and Elon Musk joked about smoking cannabis live, referencing Musk's infamous 2018 interview with Joe Rogan. The exchange, reported on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44427511/elon-musk-ted-cruz-joke-about-cannabis-on-podcast-should-i-pull-out-a-joint-to-boost-ratings">Benzinga</a>, reignited conversations about cannabis normalization in politics and business.
With 4/20 approaching, industry watchers are speculating whether Musk will once again make headlines around the topic.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Grassland Movie Spotlights Cannabis Incarceration</h3>
Grassland, a new social justice drama, is now available for pre-order on Apple TV. Starring Mía Maestro, Quincy Isaiah, Jeff Kober and Ravi Cabot-Conyers, the film explores the human impact of cannabis incarceration in the U.S. during the 2008 economic recession.
The story follows a single mother running an illegal cannabis business to support her family, only to face potential exposure when her son befriends the new neighbors—including a police officer. The film's official trailer has just dropped, offering a gripping look at the challenges of cannabis criminalization.
Stay tuned for more <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/cannabis">cannabis news</a> on Benzinga.

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Three months after saying that a one-size-fits-all federal minimum wage &#8220;wouldn't work,&#8221; President Donald Trump has rolled back a key wage rule <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44277188/a-poverty-sentence-heres-why-some-say-losing-a-federal-job-is-worse-than-being-fired-in-the-private-sector">affecting federal contractors</a>. The move cancels an executive order from then-President Joe Biden that required contractors to pay their workers at least $17.75 per hour.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump&#8217;s Take on Federal Wages</h2>
Back on Dec. 8, during an <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/video/trump-says-he-would-consider-raising-the-federal-minimum-wage-226490437864">appearance</a> on NBC News&#8217; &#8220;Meet the Press,&#8221; Trump said, "It would be nice to have just a minimum wage for the whole country, but it wouldn't work because you have places where it's very inexpensive to live." He argued that a federal minimum wage could have &#8220;very little effect&#8221; in some areas due to lower living costs.
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His comments fueled debate over whether the U.S. should have a federal wage floor at all. But as of 2023, only about 1.1% of American workers actually earn the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43234188/bernie-sanders-the-7-25-federal-minimum-wage-is-shameful-in-2025-america">federal minimum of $7.25 an hour</a>, according to the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/opub/reports/minimum-wage/2023/">Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>. The vast majority earn more, thanks to higher state minimums and market conditions.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Biden&#8217;s $17.75 Minimum Wage for Contractors Repealed</h2>
On March 15, Trump formally repealed Biden's 2021 order that had gradually raised the minimum wage for federal contract workers to $17.75 per hour by this past January. That order replaced an earlier rule from President Barack Obama, who had bumped the contractor minimum to $10.10 in 2014 with periodic increases.
Biden's order also removed an exemption for seasonal recreational businesses on federal land—a carveout Trump had supported during his first term. With the repeal, many federal contractors will now fall back to the Obama-era rate of $13.30 or to the base federal minimum of $7.25 per hour, unless higher state minimum wages apply.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Millions of Workers Could See Pay Changes</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/trump-nixes-1775-minimum-wage-federal-contractors-adopted-by-biden-2025-03-20/">Reuters</a>, roughly 20% of the U.S. workforce is employed by companies with federal contracts. Critics of Biden&#8217;s rule, including some Republicans and business groups, said the $17.75 wage made it harder for small businesses to compete and didn't fit low-cost areas.
But advocates say the change could hurt low-wage workers. &#8220;The federal minimum wage has become largely irrelevant,&#8221; Chad Gammon, a certified financial planner, told <a href="https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/economy/trump-federal-minimum-wage-doesnt-work-what-happen-to-earnings-if-eliminated/">GOBankingRates</a>. He pointed out that the federal rate hasn't budged since 2009. Others warn the rollback may reduce worker protections.
The repeal also wipes out Biden-era rules that favored federal contractors who stayed neutral in union drives or joined registered apprenticeship programs. Trump didn't give a&nbsp; reason for the changes, but they align with his stated goal of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43701025/analyst-optimistic-about-banks-trumps-pro-business-agenda-should-drive-customer-acitivity">trimming regulations</a> he sees as unnecessary or burdensome.
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Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has voiced his shock over the recent trade of Luka Dončić to the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44067809/mark-cuban-shares-two-things-hed-do-at-12-to-succeed-and-they-work-for-everyone"> Los Angeles Lakers</a>.
What Happened: Cuban, currently a minority owner of the Mavericks, expressed his astonishment over the team&#8217;s decision to trade their 26-year-old superstar, Luka Dončić. 
This disclosure was made during an episode of&nbsp;the &#8220;Your Mom&#8217;s House&#8221; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUwmA0lOWwM">podcast</a>.
The Mavericks&#8217; move to trade Dončić for the older and more injury-prone Anthony Davis, along with Max Christie and a future first-round draft pick, has left fans and analysts puzzled. 
The trade has significantly bolstered the Lakers&#8217; position in the Western Conference, while the Mavericks are grappling with injuries and are in danger of missing the postseason.
Cuban disclosed that he had no sway over the decision, stating,&nbsp;&#8220;If I had any influence&#8230;&#8221;&nbsp;before trailing off. He further clarified that he no longer oversees basketball operations and that his voice holds no weight under the new ownership.
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&#8220;The majority owner, Patrick Dumont decided that he was comfortable with Nico Harrison, which is his choice. You can&#8217;t totally argue with him because we went to the Finals, but yeah it was his choice and he made his choice. I&#8217;m just a fan now. When I originally sold the team, that&#8217;s what was supposed to happen, and initially it was. And then over time it was &#8216;OK in Nico we trust,&#8217; so here we are,&#8221; Cuban said. 
The former majority owner also shared his reaction upon hearing about the trade, stating,&nbsp;&#8220;I was just as dumbfounded as everybody else. It&#8217;s just brutal, it&#8217;s painful not matter how you look at it. It&#8217;s like talking about a pet dying, I&#8217;m in mourning kind of, still. But they paid me to buy the circus, so I just look at my bank account and feel better.&#8221;&nbsp;
Despite his disagreement with the decision, Cuban recognized that it was not his call to make.
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The power outage at London&#8217;s Heathrow Airport resulted in substantial flight disruptions, potentially causing airlines <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/03/44431360/londons-heathrow-airport-shuts-down-due-to-major-power-outage-caused-by-a-fire-over-1300-flights-expected-to-be-impacted">to lose millions of dollars</a>.
What Happened: The outage forced LHR to close, resulting in flight cancellations and diversions. This left thousands of passengers stranded, with some finding themselves in cities like Tokyo, Mumbai, and Dallas.
Although the airport announced that flights would resume later on Friday, reorganizing airline networks continues to be a significant hurdle.&nbsp;
According to the report <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/heathrow-airport-power-outage-ccould-cost-airlines-millions-2025-3">by</a> Insider, Ronan Murphy, a director at Alton Aviation Consultancy, estimates that airlines could face losses ranging from $80 to $100 million due to the costs of rerouting passengers and providing accommodations.
&#8220;If you think about load factor, let&#8217;s say 75% full on average, that&#8217;s 220,000 people, give or take, that are affected. That could be $100 million-plus of revenue for one day,&#8221; Murphy told the outlet.
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&#8220;I think it&#8217;s a good thing it&#8217;s sort of pre-Easter in a bit of a March lull moment. If this is the&nbsp;middle of July, it would be an absolute disaster. You could have another 300 or 400 flights,&#8221; he said. 
As Heathrow reopens, airlines such as&nbsp;United Airlines&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and&nbsp;British Airways&nbsp;are striving to mitigate the impact and restart operations.&nbsp;British Airways CEO Sean Doyle&nbsp;referred to the situation as &#8220;unprecedented.&#8221;
Heathrow, ranked as the world&#8217;s fifth-busiest airport, had around 1,300 flights scheduled for&nbsp;Friday, with a capacity of&nbsp;290,930 seats. The&nbsp;New York-JFK to London Heathrow&nbsp;route, one of the world&#8217;s busiest, is expected to be among the most affected.
Why It Matters: The power outage at Heathrow Airport underscores the vulnerability of global airline networks to unexpected disruptions. Despite the significant interruption, travel expert Mike Arnot remains hopeful, noting that large airlines usually&nbsp;have spare capacity and can&nbsp;utilize their alliance partners to manage such situations. 
However, the incident serves as a reminder of the need for robust contingency plans in the aviation industry, particularly at high-traffic airports like Heathrow.
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During a high-level meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump hosted UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, marking a significant step in strengthening economic relations between <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/44272280/3-stocks-investing-650-billion-in-the-u-s-should-you-invest" rel="noreferrer noopener">the United States and the United Arab Emirates.</a>
Sheikh Tahnoon, visiting Washington at the direction of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, was accompanied by an extensive delegation, including heads of major UAE Sovereign Wealth Funds and corporations, per a <a target="_blank" href="https://ae.usembassy.gov/thanks-to-president-trump-uae-announces-significant-investments-in-u-s-economy/#:~:text=Following%20the%20meeting%2C%20the%20UAE,%2C%20energy%2C%20and%20American%20manufacturing." rel="noreferrer noopener">statement </a>from the U.S. Embassy &amp; Consulate in the United Arab Emirates.
The key highlight of the meeting was the announcement of a 10-year, $1.4 trillion investment framework, signaling the UAE's commitment to substantially increasing its investments in the U.S. economy.
These investments will focus on critical sectors such as artificial intelligence infrastructure, energy, semiconductors, and American manufacturing.
This landmark agreement aims to bolster U.S. leadership in technology and infrastructure, with the UAE committing to invest significantly in the next-generation data centers, energy solutions, and advanced technology development.
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In addition to the broader framework, several UAE-based companies made significant announcements. For instance, Abu Dhabi-based MGX, BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)
, and Global Infrastructure Partners welcomed NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and xAI into the AI Infrastructure Partnership, aimed at mobilizing up to $100 billion for data center and energy infrastructure.
Meanwhile, XRG, owned by ADNOC, committed to supporting U.S. natural gas production with a major investment in a LNG export facility in Texas.
Sheikh Tahnoon also <a target="_blank" href="https://www.uae-embassy.org/news/tahnoon-bin-zayed-meets-donald-trump-discusses-strategic-partnership-prospects" rel="noreferrer noopener">praised </a>President Trump for his leadership, which he believes has stimulated foreign direct investment and fostered robust economic partnerships between the two nations.
As part of his official visit to the U.S., Sheikh Tahnoon met with Scott Bessent, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, to discuss areas of economic and financial cooperation between the UAE and the U.S. and explore ways to strengthen them to serve the interests of both countries.
Both parties expressed their commitment to further strengthen the strategic partnership, particularly in advanced technology, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
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President Donald Trump recently took to his social media handle about falling egg prices, claiming they are &#8216;WAY DOWN&#8217; from the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44147801/egg-prices-hit-record-4-95-per-dozen-agriculture-secretary-blames-overregulation-for-skyrocketing-cost" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> &#8220;Biden inspired prices&#8221; just weeks ago</a>.
In a <a target="_blank" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114198370343993836" rel="noreferrer noopener">post </a>on&nbsp;Truth Social, he added, &#8220;Groceries and Gasoline are down, also.&#8221;
Meanwhile, the Trump administration has announced plans to import millions of eggs from Turkey and South Korea in an effort to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44147801/egg-prices-hit-record-4-95-per-dozen-agriculture-secretary-blames-overregulation-for-skyrocketing-cost" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">alleviate the rising cost of eggs in the U.S.</a>
BBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c743g135vj9o" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports </a>that Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins confirmed that the U.S. is negotiating with other countries for egg supplies, with officials expecting the short-term importation to reach &#8220;hundreds of millions of eggs.&#8221;
The bird flu crisis, which started in 2022, has caused severe disruptions to the egg supply, contributing to a 65% surge in egg prices over the past year. Prices are projected to rise another 41% in 2025, BBC adds.
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To combat the crisis, the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled a $1 billion plan aimed at addressing the bird flu outbreak.
The plan includes measures such as $500 million for biosecurity efforts, $100 million for vaccine research, and $400 million for farmer relief programs.
Rollins told&nbsp;reporters at the White House that the U.S. will return to sourcing eggs domestically once the egg-laying industry is fully restocked, BBC notes.
The administration&#8217;s plan also includes free consulting services for commercial egg farms to help prevent future outbreaks. While some countries, including Poland and Lithuania, have also been contacted for possible egg exports, the goal is to restore U.S. egg production to full capacity as soon as possible.
As the bird flu continues to affect the poultry industry, the administration aims to stabilize egg prices while addressing the ongoing supply shortages.
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Wall Street is buzzing with increasing speculation about a recession, as economists identify several indicators suggesting an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44448437/benzinga-bulls-and-bears-tesla-nvidia-fedex-and-the-market-digests-the-feds-rate-decision">impending economic downturn</a>.
What Happened: According to a report, Goldman Sachs&nbsp;has raised its likelihood of a recession in&nbsp;the next 12 months from&nbsp;15% to 20%. A March survey by&nbsp;Bank of America&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) showed that 55% of fund managers perceive&nbsp;a global recession triggered by&nbsp;a trade war as the&nbsp;primary&nbsp;tail risk for the market.
Consumer expectations of a recession in the upcoming year have also risen to a nine-month peak, according to the latest Consumer Confidence Survey by the Conference Board, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/recession-2025-warning-economy-outlook-growth-slowdown-debt-stocks-rates-2025-3">reports</a> Insider.
Economist David Rosenberg foresees a downturn in the next few months, highlighting several warning signs of a faltering economy.
Rosenberg points out several alarming signs including US households battling to keep up with inflation, an increased debt load, struggling small- and mid-cap stocks, and declining corporate earnings guidance. 
Rosenberg stated, &#8220;If the past is prescient, the recession which nobody believes will rear its ugly head will materialize as early as July.&#8221;
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Households are increasingly unable to handle emergency expenses, with&nbsp;the latest Survey of Consumer&nbsp;Expectations from the New York&nbsp;Fed indicating that only 63% of US households could manage a sudden $2,000 bill. 
This is the lowest percentage since Q4 2015, as per an analysis by&nbsp;Apollo Global Management&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>). Moreover, total household debt increased by $93 billion in Q4, hitting a record $18 trillion. 
Small- and mid-cap stocks are also struggling, with the iShares S&amp;P Small-cap 600 Value ETF down 16% from its November peak and the S&amp;P MidCap 400 down 13% from its November high.
Companies like&nbsp;Walmart&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>),&nbsp;Target&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), and&nbsp;FedEx&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) have reduced their guidance for the year, with approximately 70% of companies attributing potential negative outlooks this year to&nbsp;uncertainty around new policies and&nbsp;tariffs.
Finally, bond investors are factoring in a higher risk of companies defaulting&nbsp;in the coming years. Credit&nbsp;spreads have significantly increased in the past month, indicating investors&#8217; anticipation of a higher risk of corporate borrowers struggling to repay debt.
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Warren Buffett has made his annual March Madness bracket challenge for Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) employees <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44211240/warren-buffett-on-debt-and-donald-trumps-money-moves-trump-never-went-right">easier to win this year</a>.
What Happened: The grand prize of $1 million is up for grabs for those who can accurately predict the&nbsp;winners of 30 out of&nbsp;the 32 first-round games of&nbsp;the NCAA&#8217;s March Madness men&#8217;s&nbsp;basketball tournament.
This year&#8217;s challenge offers a more attainable goal compared to last year, when employees had to perfectly predict the outcomes of all 32 first-round games.
Buffett, now 94 years old,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wsj.com/sports/march-madness-tournament-bracket-warren-buffett-05f94416">told</a> The Wall Street Journal, "I'm getting older. I want to give away a million dollars to somebody while I'm still around as chairman."
Additionally, the challenge includes a $250,000 prize for the employee who predicts the most correct outcomes, should the grand prize go unclaimed. 
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"You'd like to think one of them had a chance of winning every four years. That's what we've been kind of fumbling our way toward," he added. 
In 2016, Buffett offered a $1 million annual prize for an employee&#8217;s lifetime if they could perfect the&nbsp;bracket for the first two&nbsp;rounds. However, the grand prize remained unclaimed.
Why It Matters: Despite the eased conditions, winning the challenge is still a daunting task. The NCAA estimates the odds of accurately predicting every game&#8217;s outcome at a staggering 1 in 9.2 quintillion. 
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NBA legend&nbsp;Shaquille O&#8217;Neal&nbsp;reportedly made a $250,000 &#8220;accidental&#8221; investment in tech giant&nbsp;Google, which has now grown exponentially, contributing significantly to his current net worth.
What Happened: O&#8217;Neal, better known as Shaq, invested $250,000 in Google, which he later described as an &#8220;accident.&#8221; This investment has played a substantial role in boosting his estimated&nbsp;net worth of $500 million. 
While his NBA career earnings form a part of his wealth, his post-career investments account for a significant portion.
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Shaq made the investment in Google during the company&#8217;s early days and only realized&nbsp;the success of his investment&nbsp;upon&nbsp;reading about it in a&nbsp;newspaper. &#8220;The newspaper told me&nbsp;how much I made and&nbsp;I couldn&#8217;t believe it,&#8221; O&#8217;Neal said.
Greenburg recounts that Shaq was playing with some children at a restaurant when he happened to meet their father, who was a prominent investor.
&#8220;He said, &#8216;Shaq, I like you, I got something for you. It was presented to me, I knew it was gonna hit,&#8221; O&#8217;Neal said.
&#8220;And I said, &#8216;Wow, I&#8217;ll try it.&#8217; My only regret is that I wish I would have bought more,&#8221; he added
Although the exact timing of O&#8217;Neal&#8217;s investment is not known, if he had invested $250,000 and held onto all&nbsp;his shares, they would have&nbsp;been worth approximately $16.5 million on the date of Google&#8217;s 20th anniversary of its initial public offering.
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지난주 JP모건 애널리스트인 존 이반코(John Ivankoe)는 블루밍 브랜드(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLMN#NASDAQ">BLMN</a>), 카바 그룹(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>), 블링커 인터내셔널 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>), 스위트그린(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SG#NYSE">SG</a>)을 JP모건 라스베이거스 포럼에 초청했다.
존 이반코는 이 4곳 회사 모두에서 중요한 시사점은 "더 적은 일을 더 잘하는 것"에 초점을 맞추고 고객과 직원 경험에 지속적으로 재투자하는 것이라고 강조했다.
그는 주식의 변동성은 기회를 창출했으며, 현재 10년 수익률 4.3%가 글로벌 QSR의 가치 평가에 도움이 되어 5~6% 수익률에 대한 두려움을 완화시켰다고 말했다.
한편 존 이반코는 더치 브로스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>), 스타벅스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), 카바에 대한 신규 투자를 추가할 것을 권장했다.
맥도날드(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>)와 레스토랑 브랜드 인터내셔널(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSR#NYSE">QSR</a>)은 공정하게 평가되었지만, 미국 데이터 및 국제 성장세 둔화는 더 나은 매수 기회를 제공할 수 있다고 언급했다.
염 브랜즈(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>)는기술 비용 회수 효과로 인해 기대치를 초과했다. 도미노 피자(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>)는 높은 기대치로 인해 적정 가치에 거래되고 있다. 중동 분쟁의 영향이 지속적인 매출 성장을 이끌 것인지 아니면 정체될 것인지는 아직 불확실하다.
존 이반코는 카바의 주식을 비중확대 의견으로 상향 조정했다. 카바는 인상적인 현금흐름과 매출과 이익을 촉진할 수 있는 운영 및 브랜드 이니셔티브의 강력한 파이프라인을 바탕으로 미국에서 상당한 확장 잠재력을 가지고 있다.
또한 치폴레(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>)와 블링커 인터내셔널에 대해 높은 밸류에이션과 최고 실적과 비교 영향으로 중립 의견을 반복했지만, 변동성에 따라 추가 매수를 고려할 수 있다고 신중하게 낙관했다.
비중확대 등급을 받은 스위트그린과 크리스피크림(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNUT#NASDAQ">DNUT</a>)은 매출 및 이익 문제에 직면해 있으며, 스위트그린은 계절 메뉴와 로열티 프로그램을 통한 단기 잠재력을 제공한다.
3월 4일 염 브랜즈의 &#8216;타코 벨 애널리스트 데이&#8217;에서 "Byte by YUM!" 플랫폼과 KFC의 국제적 추세 개선을 강조한 후, 존 이반코는 전체 모델 검토와 평가 재설정을 실시했다.
2030년까지 미국 내 타코벨의 점포 수가 9,000개로 증가할 것으로 예상되며, 타코벨 인터내셔널의 점포 수도 2,000개로 늘어날 것으로 예상된다. 한편 애널리스트들은 KFC 인터내셔널(중국 제외)이 22,300개로 증가할 것으로 예상하고, KFC 중국은 19,400개로 증가할 것으로 예상한다.
이전의 예상과 비교했을 때 더치 브로스, 도미노 피자, 타코벨(염 브랜즈)만이 기대 이상의 성과를 내고 있으며, 카바, 스위트그린, 스타벅스 같은 고성장 브랜드는 예상대로 성장하고 있다.
맥도날드, 레스토랑 브랜드, KFC(염 브랜즈) 같은 대형 퀵서비스 레스토랑(QSR) 브랜드와 치폴레, 쉐이크쉑(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHAK#NYSE">SHAK</a>) 같은 패스트 캐주얼 체인점의 실적이 저조하다. 다덴 레스토랑(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRI#NYSE">DRI</a>)(올리브 가든), 텍사스 로드하우스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXRH#NASDAQ">TXRH</a>)(로드하우스), 블루밍 브랜드(아웃백) 같은 캐주얼 다이닝 브랜드도 실적이 저조하다.
미국의 레스토랑 노동 시장은 안정적으로 유지되고 있으며, 총 고용의 6.2%가 공석으로 남아 있어 20년 평균인 4.4%에 근접하다. 이직률은 3.8%로 역사적 평균인 4.0%에 근접하다.
소비자의 신뢰도가 하락했는데, 이는 소비자들이 신중한 태도를 취하면서 선택적 소비에 더욱 신중을 기하게 되면서 "기대" 요소에 초점을 맞추게 되었기 때문이다.
맥도날드, 도미노 피자 같은 대형 QSR 브랜드의 경우, 저소득층 소비자들 사이에서 실적이 부진한 것으로 보고되고 있다. 이와는 대조적으로 카바 같은 고성장 브랜드의 경우, 최저 소득 계층에서 강력한 성장세를 보이고 있는데, 이는 QSR의 업그레이드와 브랜드 인지도 상승으로의 전환을 시사한다.
존 이반코에 따르면, 인재를 확보하고 유지하는 것은 강력한 브랜드를 구축하고 운영 규모를 확장하는 데 있어 핵심적인 요소이며, 이는 주로 매장 내/외부 기술의 급속한 도입 과정에서 더욱 두드러진다.
업계 전체 공급의 성장률은 놀라울 정도로 탄력적인 모습을 유지하고 있으며, 2018회계연도 3분기 대비 2024회계연도 3분기에는 12% 증가하여 연평균 성장률(CAGR)이 약 2%에 달한다고 강조했다.
그는 미래의 AI 기반 기회에 많은 관심이 집중되고 있지만, 실제로는 업계 매출의 40%가 상위 500개 체인에서 발생하고, 60%의 매우 큰 시장 규모를 가진 독립 체인으로 간주된다고도 지적했다.
또한 레스토랑 부문은 다른 산업에 비해 관세 문제가 덜하지만, 관련 인플레이션이 아보카도, 계절 농산물/과일, 커피를 포함한 여러 가지 일상 소비 필수품에 영향을 미칠 수 있다고 덧붙였다.
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독점 속보 및 스캐너와 같은 Benzinga Pro의 강력한 도구 세트로 다른 트레이더보다 우위를 점하세요. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?t=be2bewe5mibe3bz3&amp;utm_source=bz-kor">여기를 클릭</a>하여 14일 무료 체험을 시작하세요.

이들 12개 대형주는 지난주 최고의 성과를 거두었다. 그것들이 당신의 포트폴리오에 있나요?
1. 힘스 앤 허스 헬스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>)의 주식은 지난주 42.12% 상승했다. 이는 슈퍼볼 광고 이후의 모멘텀에 힘입어 상승한 것으로 보인다.
2. 오로라 이노베이션(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>)의 주식은 회사가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43675203" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">4분기 실적을 발표</a>한 후 41.53% 급등했다.
3. 앱러빈(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>)의 주식은 회사가 긍정적인 4분기 실적을 발표하고 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43709891" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 상향 조정</a>한 후 35.77% 상승했다.
4. 슈퍼 마이크로 컴퓨터(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>)의 주식은 회사가 예비 2분기 재무 결과를 발표하고 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43678005" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 상향 조정</a>한 후 32.06% 상승했다.
5. 템퍼스 AI(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEM#NASDAQ">TEM</a>)의 주식은 회사가 IFLI와의 협력을 발표한 후 29.70% 상승했다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43701711" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">여포림프종 환자를 위한 표적 치료제 개발</a>을 위한 것이다.
6. 드래프트킹스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>)의 주식은 회사가 예상보다 좋은 실적을 발표하고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43714236" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2025 회계연도 매출 가이던스를 상향 조정</a>한 후 26.51% 상승했다. 캐너코드 제뉴이티의 애널리스트 마이클 그레이엄(Michael Graham)은 매수 등급을 유지하고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dkng/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 54달러에서 60달러로 상향 조정</a>했다.
7. 인텔(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>)의 주식은 시장이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43723036" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">18A 공정 노드에 대한 낙관적</a>인 전망을 유지하면서 23.56% 상승했다.
8. 먼데이닷컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>)의 주식은 회사가 4분기 실적이 예상보다 좋게 나왔고 여러 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43622049" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 수정</a>한 후 23.33% 상승했다.
9. 더치 브로스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)의 주식은 회사가 4분기 재무 실적이 예상보다 좋게 나타난 후 22.75% 상승했다. 여러 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43704124" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 상향 조정</a>했다.
10. CVS 헬스 코퍼레이션(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>)의 주식은 회사가 4분기 실적을 발표하고 여러 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43709040" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">전망을 상향 조정</a>한 후 21.88% 상승했다.
11. 알리바바 그룹 홀딩(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>)의 주식은 애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)이 중국 아이폰 사용자들을 위한 AI 기능 개발 파트너십을 발표한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43631776" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">보고서</a> 이후 20.50% 상승했다.
12. 에어비앤비(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>)의 주식은 회사가 긍정적인 4분기 실적을 발표하고 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43736004" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 전망을 상향 조정</a>한 후 19.59% 상승했다.
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Benzinga Pro의 독점 뉴스 및 도구로 더 많은 승리를 거두세요 
독점 속보 및 스캐너와 같은 Benzinga Pro의 강력한 도구 세트로 다른 트레이더보다 우위를 점하세요. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?t=be2bewe5mibe3bz3&amp;utm_source=bz-kor" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">여기를 클릭</a>하여 14일 무료 체험을 시작하세요.

커피 체인 기업인 더치 브로스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)의 주가가 수요일 애프터 마켓에서 4분기 실적이 예상보다 좋았고, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43676849/dutch-bros-stock-rallies-after-blockbuster-q4-results-details" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">2025년 전망이 낙관적</a>이라는 발표 후 거의 25% 급등했다. 이 소식은 CNBC의 짐 크레이머에게도 찬사를 받았다.
무슨 일이 있었나: &#8220;크레이머가 좋아하는 더치 브로스가 엄청난 실적을 기록했다. 이들은 진짜라는 것을 모두 알고 있다&#8221;고 크레이머가 실적 발표 후 X(구 트위터)에 적었다.
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이 드라이브 스루 음료 회사는 주당 7센트의 순이익을 기록하여 애널리스트 예상인 2센트를 초과했다. 매출은 3억 4,280만 달러로 급증하여 예상인 3억 1,780만 달러를 웃돌았고, 지난해 같은 분기 매출 2억 5,412만 달러에 비해 크게 증가했다.
크리스틴 바론(Christine Barone) CEO는 회사의 뛰어난 성과를 강조하며, 매출이 35% 성장하고 시스템 동일 매장 매출이 6.9% 성장했다고 언급했다. 바론은 &#8220;우리 브랜드가 고객에게 잘 전달되고 있다고 믿고 있다. 시스템 동일 매장 거래 수가 2.3% 증가하여 2년 이상 만에 가장 큰 연간 증가폭을 기록했다&#8221;고 말했다.
참고: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EB%A1%9C%EB%B9%88%ED%9B%84%EB%93%9C-4%EB%B6%84%EA%B8%B0-%EA%B8%B0%EB%A1%9D%EC%A0%81%EC%9D%B8-%EB%A7%A4%EC%B6%9C-eps-%EC%83%81%ED%9A%8C-%EC%95%94%ED%98%B8%ED%99%94%ED%8F%90-%EB%A7%A4%EC%B6%9C-700/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">로빈후드 4분기 실적 요약: 사상 최대 매출, EPS 애널리스트 예상치 초과, 암호화폐 매출 700% 증가</a>
이것이 중요한 이유: 이 회사의 확장은 계속해서 가속화되고 있으며, 4분기에 32개의 새로운 매장이 열렸고, 이 중 25개는 회사 운영 매장이다. 이 회사 운영 매장 매출은 전년 대비 38.2% 증가하여 3억 1,420만 달러에 달했다.
앞으로 더치 브로스는 2025 회계연도 매출을 15억 5천만 달러에서 15억 7천만 달러 사이로 예상하고 있으며, 최소 160개의 새로운 시스템 매장을 열 계획이다.
주가가 지난 1년 동안 130% 이상 상승했지만, 최근 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BROS/analyst-ratings">애널리스트 컨센서스</a>는 혼재된 전망을 보이고 있다. 2025년 1월 BofA 증권, 제프리스 그리고 스티펠의 최신 평가는 평균 목표 주가가 67.67달러로, 현재 애프터 마켓 거래 수준에서 하락할 가능성이 있음을 시사한다.
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가격 변동: 주가는 수요일에 64.71달러로 마감한 후 애프터 마켓에서 24.85% 급등한 80.79달러에 거래되었다.
다음 읽기:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43674775/trump-putin-highly-productive-call-sparks-oil-sell-off-as-investors-eye-geopolitical-de-escalation">트럼프-푸틴 ‘매우 생산적인&#8217; 통화로 유가 급락, 투자자들이 지정학적 완화 주시</a></li>
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Benzinga Pro의 독점 뉴스 및 도구로 더 많은 승리를 거두세요 
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더치 브로스 주가가 약 25% 급등, 짐 크레이머 "내가 좋아하는 커피 체인은 진짜 이거야"

수요일(12일) 미국 증시는 다우존스 산업평균지수가 225포인트 하락한 44,368.56포인트를 기록하는 등 전반적 하락세를 보였다. 나스닥 종합지수는 0.03% 소폭 상승하며 19,649.95포인트를 기록했으나, S&amp;P 500 지수는 0.3% 하락한 6,051.97포인트로 마감했다. 미국 1월 소비자물가지수는 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43667632/inflation-rises-in-january-housing-costs-up-adding-to-consumers-2025-concerns" target="_blank" rel="noopener">전년 대비 3% 상승</a>해 예상치를 뛰어넘으면서 시장의 전반적인 움직임에 영향을 미쳤다.
수요일에 소매 투자자와 트레이더들이 주목한 주요 주식은 다음과 같다.
<h3>더치 브로스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)</h3>
수요일 커피 체인점 더치 브로스의 주가는 64.71달러로 마감하여 0.78% 상승했다. 장중 최고가 64.98달러, 최저가 62.11달러를 기록했으며, 52주 범위는 26.32달러에서 68.47달러다. 애프터마켓에서는 25% 상승한 80.79달러를 기록했다.
주가는 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/02/43676849/dutch-bros-stock-rallies-after-blockbuster-q4-results-details" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4분기 실적</a> 발표 이후 급등했는데, 주당 7센트의 수익을 기록하면서 컨센서스 예상치인 2센트를 상회했다. 해당 분기 매출은 3억 4,280만 달러로 예상치를 뛰어넘었으며 전년 대비 상당한 성장을 나타냈다.
<h3>로빈후드 마켓츠 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>)</h3>
로빈후드는 4.82% 상승하여 55.91달러에 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 56.74달러, 최저가는 52.65달러였으며, 지난 1년 동안 11.43달러에서 57.27달러 사이에서 거래되었다. 애프터마켓에서 주가는 15% 이상 상승한 64.47달러를 기록했다. 로빈후드는 4분기 실적에서 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43676276/robinhood-q4-earnings-highlights-record-revenue-eps-beat-analyst-estimates-crypto-revenue-up-700" target="_blank" rel="noopener">기록적인 매출</a>을 보고했으며, 특히 암호화폐 매출이 700% 이상 증가한 3억 5,800만 달러로 눈에 띄게 증가했다.
<h3>앱러빈 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>)</h3>
앱러빈의 주가는 1.35% 상승하여 380.32달러로 마감했다. 장중 최고가 390.21 달러, 최저 372 달러를 기록했으며 52주 범위는 45.12~417.64달러다. 애프터마켓에서 주가는 29% 급등한 490.75달러였다. 앱러빈의 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43676556/applovin-stock-soars-on-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-strong-guidance-and-more" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4분기 실적</a>은 예상치를 뛰어넘어 매출이 13억 7천만 달러, 주당 순이익이 1.73달러로 모두 애널리스트 예상치를 상회했다.
<h3>레딧 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>)</h3>
레딧 주가는 1.27% 상승하여 216.47달러로 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 220.75달러, 최저가는 211달러였으며, 지난 1년 동안 37.35달러에서 230.41달러 사이에서 거래되었다. 애프터마켓에서는 13% 이상 급락한 187.80달러를 기록했다. 사용자 증가세가 둔화되는 조짐을 보였지만, <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/02/43676199/reddit-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-shares-slide-as-user-growth-slows" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4분기 실적</a>은 기대치를 상회했다.
<h3>테슬라 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</h3>
테슬라 주가는 2.44% 상승하여 336.51달러에 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 346.4달러, 최저가는 329.12달러, 52주 범위는 138.8달러에서 488.54달러다. 한 애널리스트가 자율주행차, 로봇공학, 에너지 솔루션 분야의 성장 기회를 강조한 후 테슬라 주가는 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43675344/tesla-jumps-as-analyst-highlights-growth-in-evs-ai-robotics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">탄력을 받았다.</a>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">새로이 등장한 블록</h2>
인테백(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVAC#NASDAQ">IVAC</a>)은 태양전지나 하드디스크 드라이브와 같은 애플리케이션용 기술을 제조하는 회사로, 최근 변화를 겪었다. 과거의 구조조정 문제를 뒤로하고, 이 회사의 예상 EBITDA는 훨씬 건강해 보인다. 이제 투자은행 훌리한 로키(Houlihan Lokey)가 어떤 전략적 대안이 있는지 탐색 중인데, 이는 기본적으로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mergers-and-acquisitions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">거래를 원하는</a> 누구와도 대화를 나누고 있다는 뜻이다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">블록의 업데이트</h2>
허쉬 트러스트(Hershey Trust Co.)는 허쉬(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>)의 의결권 80%를 보유하고 있으며, 최근 몬델리즈 인터내셔널 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>)의 예비 입찰을 &#8220;너무 낮다&#8221;고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42398159/whats-going-on-with-hershey-stock-monday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">거부</a>한 후 다시 시도해 보라고 요청했다. 한편, 몬델리즈는 급등하는 코코아와 커피 가격에 시달리고 있으며, 이 스트레스를 인수 합병 계획의 연료로 활용할 수 있다. 코코아 가격은 지난 1년 동안 3배 이상 상승했으며, 10월과 11월 사이에만 20% 급등했다. 이는 코코아 생산 지역의 악천후, 전 세계 재고 감소 그리고 일반적인 공급망 문제 때문이다. BofA 증권의 애널리스트 피터 T. 갈보(Peter T. Galbo)도 허쉬가 현재 코코아 혼란 속에서 &#8220;상당히 매력적인 인수 대상&#8221;처럼 보인다고 언급했다.
닛폰 생명 보험(Nippon Life Insurance)는 레졸루션 라이프 그룹 홀딩스(Resolution Life Group Holdings)의 모든 주식을 인수하고 싶어한다. 82억 달러의 현금 거래는 이 일본 보험사로서는 역대 최대 해외 인수이다. 또한, 이는 올해 닛폰 생명이 발표한 두 번째 주요 거래이다. 닛폰 생명과 같은 일본 보험사들이 해외 기회를 찾고 있는 것은 분명하다.
또한 읽기: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/othermarkets/%EB%8B%AC%EC%97%90-%EC%9D%B8%EA%B0%84%EC%9D%84-%EC%B0%A9%EB%A5%99%EC%8B%9C%ED%82%A4%EB%A0%A4%EB%8A%94-nasa-%EC%9E%84%EB%AC%B4-%EC%A7%80%EC%97%B0-%EC%95%84%EB%A5%B4%ED%85%8C%EB%AF%B8%EC%8A%A4-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NASA의 인간 달 착륙 미션 연기 &#8211; 아르테미스 3는 이제 2027년 중반으로 예정됨</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">블록에서 제외</h2>
다우(Dow)는 자사의 미국 걸프 코스트 인프라 자산 40% 지분을 맥쿼리 에셋 매니지먼트(Macquarie Asset Management)가 관리하는 펀드에 24억 달러에 매각하기로 합의했다. 새로이 형성된 파트너십인 다이아몬드 인프라 솔루션즈(Diamond Infrastructure Solutions)는 다우 및 텍사스와 루이지애나의 다른 산업 고객들을 위한 최고급 인프라 서비스 제공업체로 기능할 것이다.
아폴로 글로벌 매니지먼트 소유의 포장 제품 제조업체 노보렉스(Novolex)는 팩티브 에버그린(Pactiv Evergreen)을 인수하기로 확정했다. 가격은 약 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42395976/pactiv-evergreen-realreal-kodiak-sciences-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-monday">32억 달러</a>이다. 월스트리트 저널에 따르면 <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/apollo-backed-novolex-to-buy-pactiv-evergreen-for-3-22-billion-0e4815cf">가격은 주당 현금 18달러로, 12월 6일 주가 14.66달러보다 23% 프리미엄이</a> 붙은 것이다. 이는 인수 소문이 돌기 전인 12월 2일 팩티브 주가보다 약 32% 높은 가격이다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">파산 블록</h2>
디 어니언(The Onion)의 소유자들은 알렉스 존스(Alex Jones)의 인포워스(Infowars) 회사를 인수하려는 자신들의 입찰이 패소한 것에 대해 파산 판사에게 불만을 표시했다. 연방 파산 판사는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/11/41982446/jokes-on-jones-onion-backed-by-families-of-sandy-hook-victims-buys-info-wars">지난달 경매</a>와 디 어니언의 제안을 &#8220;결함이 있다&#8221;고 선언하며 투명성 부족 및 불공정한 경쟁 환경 그리고 존스의 채권자들에 대한 가치 극대화 실패 등의 문제를 지적했다. 이 결정은 일론 머스크가 상황을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42229130/elon-musks-x-objects-to-sale-of-conspiracy-theorist-alex-joness-infowars-accounts-to-the-onion-claims-ownership-over-joness-social-media" target="_blank" rel="noopener">뒤흔든 후</a> 나온 것이다. 존스는 인포워스가 폐쇄되더라도 자신의 백업 스튜디오로 운영을 옮겨 위성, 방송국, 그리고 물론 머스크의 X 플랫폼을 통해 계속 방송할 것이라고 맹세했다. 모든 드라마에도 불구하고 이 판결은 샌디 훅(Sandy Hook) 비극의 희생자 가족들로부터의 법적 주장과 싸우고 있는 존스에게는 드문 승리였다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">블록의 메모</h2>
피치 레이팅스(Fitch Ratings)는 인수 여력이 충분하고 인수 여지가 있는 여러 섹터를 <a href="https://www.fitchratings.com/research/corporate-finance/us-corporate-m-a-could-accelerate-in-2025-credit-implications-mixed-02-12-2024">지정</a>했다. 이들에는 건설, 항공우주, 게임 및 레저, 헬스케어, 은행 및 기술이 포함된다. 벤징가는 성장 잠재력과 브랜드 인지도를 기준으로 2025년 인수 대상이 될 가능성이 높은 회사들을 좁혔다. 이들은 주로 50억~120억 달러의 시장 가치를 가진 중형 기업들이다.
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<li>더치 브로스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>): 이 인수 대상 기업은 수익이 증가하고, 부채가 적으며, 강력한 브랜드 인지도를 가지고 있으며, 커피 열풍이 있는 북동부 미국의 미개척 시장이 있을 수 있다.</li>
<li>월그린스 부츠 얼라이언스 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>): 12월 10일, 시카모어 파트너스(Sycamore Partners)가 월그린스 인수를 <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%9B%94%EA%B7%B8%EB%A6%B0%EC%8A%A4-%EC%A3%BC%EC%8B%9D%EC%9D%B4-%EC%82%AC%EB%AA%A8%ED%88%AC%EC%9E%90%EC%97%90-%EB%A7%A4%EA%B0%81-%EA%B0%80%EB%8A%A5%EC%84%B1-%EB%B3%B4%EB%8F%84%EB%A1%9C-17-%EC%9D%B4/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">탐색 중</a>이라는 소식이 전해졌다. 이들은 회사를 비공개로 전환하고 부서를 분할할 계획이다.</li>
<li>로쿠 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROKU#NASDAQ">ROKU</a>): ROKU의 시가 총액은 120억 달러에 불과하여, 디즈니, 넷플릭스 또는 애플과 같은 회사들이 하드웨어 공급업체를 추가하는 데 이득을 볼 수 있는 충분한 현금이다.</li>
<li>줌 비디오 커뮤니케이션 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>): 260억 달러의 시가 총액을 가진 줌은 구글, 마이크로소프트 또는 애플과 같은 깊은 주머니를 가진 구매자가 필요하지만, 회사는 긍정적인 잉여 현금 흐름과 견고한 대차대조표를 가지고 있다.</li>
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지금 읽기:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42391429/canopy-growth-closes-acreage-deal-expanding-us-cannabis-portfolio-heres-what-investors-need-to-know">캐노피 그로스, 에이커리지 인수 거래 완료 &#8211; 미국 대마초 포트폴리오 확대, 투자자들이 알아야 할 사항</a></li>
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2021년 미국에서 인수합병(M&amp;A) 활동이 최고조에 달했지만, SPAC이 타격을 받고 바이든 행정부가 대규모 합병에 대해 더 엄격한 태도를 보인 이후, 거래 건수가 줄고 간헐적으로만 발생했다.
하지만 이러한 추세는 2025년에 반전될 것으로 보인다. 연준이 금리를 인하하고 인수합병에 더 우호적인 연방거래위원회(FTC)가 등장하기 때문이다. 골드만삭스 애널리스트들은 향후 12개월 동안 많은 <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-sees-more-larger-162800585.html">대규모 거래</a>가 이루어질 것으로 예상하고 있으며, 몬델레즈 인터내셔널(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MLDZ#NASDAQ">MLDZ</a>)이 초콜릿 대기업 허쉬(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>) 인수를 다시 고려하고 있는 것처럼 이미 진행 중인 거래도 있을 수 있다.
오늘은 2025년 M&amp;A 대상이 될 수 있는  될 수 있는 주식 5종목을 살펴보자.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">선정 방법</h2>
피치 레이팅스(Fitch Ratings)는 <a href="https://www.fitchratings.com/research/corporate-finance/us-corporate-m-a-could-accelerate-in-2025-credit-implications-mixed-02-12-2024">인수 여력이 충분하고 인수 가능성이 높은 여러 섹터</a>를 확인했다. 주택 건설 및 건축, 항공 우주, 게임 및 레저, 의료, 은행, 그리고 (당연히) 기술 등이 여기에 포함된다. 우리는 이러한 산업 분야의 기업을 찾아 성장 잠재력, 브랜드 인지도, 재무 상태, 잠재적 인수 후보의 수를 기준으로 선택 범위를 좁혔다. 이들은 주로 시가 총액이 50억~120억 달러인 중형 기업이다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">더치 브로스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)</h3>
스타벅스나 던킨도너츠에서 긴 줄을 서서 기다리느라 짜증이 난다면, 여러분만 그런 것은 아니다. 모바일 주문과 온라인 프로모션이 있더라도 드라이브스루 줄은 대형 체인점에게 지속적인 압박 포인트이며, 커피 가격이 계속 상승함에 따라 고객들은 아예 줄을 서지 않으려고 할 수도 있다.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690339" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/Bros-1024x304.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/Bros-1024x304.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/Bros-300x89.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/Bros-768x228.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/Bros.png 1302w" alt="" width="1024" height="304" /></figure>
더치 브로스(Dutch Bros)와 같이 장인 정신을 바탕으로 한 커피 체인점은 대기업이 품질을 희생하지 않고도 경쟁 우위를 확보할 수 있는 방법일 수 있다. 더치 브로스는 미국 서부 지역을 중심으로 미국 전역에 900개 이상의 매장을 두고 있는 빠르게 성장하는 커피 체인점이다. 빠른 드라이브스루 경험과 세심한 서비스를 자랑한다. 900개의 매장이 스타벅스와 같은 거대 기업에겐 별것 아닌 숫자처럼 보일 수 있지만, 2009년 135개 매장에서 운영되던 것과 비교하면 인상적인 성장이다.
또한, 더치 브로스는 자체 브랜드의 커피를 온라인으로도 판매하고 있다. 매출 성장세는 꾸준히 이어지고 있으며, 2020년 이후 총이익은 두 배 이상 증가했다. 이러한 수익 증가, 최소한의 부채 부담, 강력한 브랜드 인지도, 그리고 커피에 열광하는 미국 북동부의 잠재적 시장 덕분에 인수 대상이 될 수 있다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">월그린스 부츠 얼라이언스 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>)</h3>
월그린스는 오랫동안 인수 대상이었지만, 현실적인 거래 시나리오가 실현되지 못하고 주식은 수년 간의 하락세에 갇혀 있다. 월그린스는 공개 인수에 실패했지만, 2025년이 회사가 다시 사모 시장으로 돌아가는 해가 될 수 있다.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690340" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/WBA-1024x304.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/WBA-1024x304.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/WBA-300x89.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/WBA-768x228.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163047/WBA.png 1302w" alt="" width="1024" height="304" /></figure>
12월 10일, 시카모어 파트너스(Sycamore Partners)가 월그린스 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42421855/walgreens-stock-jumps-on-report-of-potential-private-equity-sale-what-you-need-to-know">인수 가능성</a>을 검토하고 있다는 소식이 전해졌다. 월그린스는 기업을 비상장 기업으로 전환하고 사업부를 분할할 계획이다. 월그린스 주가는 2015년 시가총액 1,000억 달러에서 2024년 말 85억 달러로 급락하여 비상장 기업 인수 가능성이 훨씬 더 높아졌다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">로쿠 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROKU#NASDAQ">ROKU</a>)</h3>
로쿠의 주가 차트는 코로나19 팬데믹과 밈 주식 열풍으로 인해 영원히 왜곡될 것다. 당시 열풍으로 인해 로쿠 주가는 1년 만에 100달러에서 500달러로 급등했다. 하지만 2022년 초에 금리가 상승하기 시작했을 때, 로쿠는 큰 타격을 입었고 지난 2년 동안 주당 100달러 미만으로 거래되었다. 그러나 넷플릭스와 디즈니플러스는 스트리밍 서비스가 미국인들이 TV를 시청하는 새로운 방식임을 보여 주었으며, 로쿠는 이러한 서비스를 거실로 가져올 수 있는 하드웨어와 소프트웨어를 제공한다.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690341" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ROKU-1024x299.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ROKU-1024x299.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ROKU-300x88.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ROKU-768x224.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ROKU.png 1300w" alt="" width="1024" height="299" /></figure>
ROKU는 2023년에 15억 달러의 총 매출을 기록했다. 더 많은 고객들이 케이블을 포기하고 스마트 TV, 스트리밍 스틱, 그리고 로쿠의 가장 빠르고 고품질의 기기인 신제품 로쿠 울트라(Roku Ultra)를 통해 스트리밍 서비스로 전환했기 때문이다. 로쿠의 시가총액은 120억 달러에 조금 못 미치는데, 디즈니, 넷플릭스, 애플 같은 회사 입장에서는 적은 돈을 들여서 잠재 고객을 유치하고 경쟁에서 이길 수 있는 하드웨어 공급업체를 추가하게 된다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">줌 커뮤니케이션 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>)</h3>
코로나19 팬데믹이 한창일 때 사람들을 연결해 준 비디오 회의 서비스인 줌도 주가 차트에서 롤러코스터를 경험했다. 줌은 적기적소에 있었고, 그 결과 주가는 2020년 1월 76달러에서 11월 초에는 거의 500달러로 폭등했다. 그러나 2022년 8월에는 주가가 모든 팬데믹 관련 상승세를 잃고 다시 100달러 이하로 떨어졌다.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690342" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ZM-1024x300.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ZM-1024x300.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ZM-300x88.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ZM-768x225.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163048/ZM.png 1302w" alt="" width="1024" height="300" /></figure>
지난 2년 동안 줌 주식은 100달러 미만으로 거래되었지만, 지난 3개월 동안 주가가 거미줄을 떨쳐내는 모습을 보였다. 10월에는 줌의 50일 이동 평균이 200일 이동 평균을 상향 교차했다. 줌은 인프라, 브랜드 인지도 그리고 긍정적인 매출 성장으로 인해 2025년에 인수하기 좋은 기업이 될 것이라는 낙관적인 전망이 있다. 시가총액 260억 달러를 자랑하는 줌은 구글, 마이크로소프트, 애플 같은 자금력이 풍부한 구매자를 필요로 하지만, 충분한 양의 잉여현금흐름과 탄탄한 재무제표를 보유하고 있다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">SPDR Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>)</h3>
지금은 실제로 은행 ETF를 취득하려는 사람이 없다. 그러나 중소 은행 부문은 통합을 위한 준비가 되어 있으며, 이 지수의 성과는 도널드 트럼프의 선거 승리로 인해 업계에 얼마나 많은 낙관론이 넘쳐났는지를 보여 준다.
2023년, FDIC의 보험에 가입된 상업은행의 수는 <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/184536/number-of-fdic-insured-us-commercial-bank-institutions/">4,470개로 증가하여</a> 20년 만에 처음으로 늘었다. 2000년에는 8,000개가 넘는 은행이 보험에 가입되어 있었다. 많은 시장 애널리스트들은 이것이 일시적인 현상이라고 생각하고 있으며, 새로운 FTC의 지도력 하에서 통합이 재개될 것으로 예상하고 있다.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690343" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163103/KRE-1024x300.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163103/KRE-1024x300.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163103/KRE-300x88.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163103/KRE-768x225.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12163103/KRE.png 1302w" alt="" width="1024" height="300" /></figure>
S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF는 대통령 선거 이후 수요일에 규제 완화 의제가 은행 인수합병의 길을 열어주면서 큰 폭으로 상승했다. KRE 펀드는 57억 달러의 자산 규모를 가진 비교적 작은 펀드이지만, 다양한 지역 은행 주식을 보유하고 있다. 140개가 넘는 은행과 금융 서비스 회사가 지수에 포함되어 있는데, 여기에는 트루이스트 파이낸셜(시가총액 600억 달러)과 같은 대형 은행부터 애틀랜틱 유니온 뱅크쉐어스(시가총액 40억 달러 미만)와 같은 틈새 지역 은행까지 다양한 은행이 포함되어 있다. 4,000개가 넘는 은행 중에서 어떤 은행을 인수할지 선택하는 것은 매우 어려운 작업이다. 이 소규모 ETF에 투자하는 것이 전반적인 M&amp;A 추세를 활용하는 방법이 될 것이다.
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트럼프 취임 전 매수해야 할 2025년 인수 대상 기업 5곳

더치 브로스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>)의 주식은 회사가 수요일 시장 마감 후 3분기 실적을 발표한 후 약 16% 급등했다. 보고서의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41786518/dutch-bros-inc-reports-third-quarter-2024-financial-results">세부 사항</a>을 살펴보겠다.
세부 사항: 더치 브로스는 주당 16센트의 분기 이익을 발표했으며, 이는 애널리스트 컨센서스 추정치인 12센트를 초과했다. 분기 매출은 3억 3,821만 달러로, 애널리스트 컨센서스 추정치인 3억 2,514만 달러를 초과했으며, 지난해 같은 기간의 2억 6,451만 달러보다 증가했다.
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<li>더치 브로스는 38개의 새로운 매장을 열었으며, 이 중 33개는 회사 운영 매장이다. 매장은 11개 주에 분포해 있다.</li>
<li>시스템 동일 매장 판매 및 거래 수는 2023년 동기 대비 각각 2.7% 및 0.8% 증가했다.</li>
<li>회사 운영 동일 매장 판매 및 거래 수는 2023년 동기 대비 각각 4% 및 2.4% 증가했다.</li>
<li>회사 운영 매장 매출은 3억 8,830만 달러로 30.4% 증가했으며, 지난해 같은 기간의 2억 3,650만 달러와 비교된다.</li>
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다음 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41781921/what-does-trumps-victory-mean-for-ev-giant-tesla-and-the-big-3-automakers">트럼프의 승리가 EV 거대 기업인 테슬라와 빅 3 자동차 제조사들에게 의미하는 바는?</a>
&#8220;우리는 3분기에서 전략적 및 운영적 이니셔티브를 실행하면서 뛰어난 성과를 달성했다. 우리의 브랜드가 고객에게 반향을 일으키고 있다고 믿으며, 2년 만에 가장 높은 동일 매장 거래 성장 분기를 기록했다. 3분기에는 매출이 28% 증가하고 시스템 전반의 동일 매장 판매가 2.7% 성장하여 우리의 기대치를 초과했다&#8221;고 더치 브로스의 CEO인 크리스틴 바론(Christine Barone)이 말했다.
전망: 이 회사는 회계연도 총 매출 전망을 12억 5,500만 달러에서 12억 6,000만 달러로 상향 조정했으며, 이전의 12억 2,150만 달러에서 12억 2,300만 달러로 하향 조정되었다.
BROS 주가 변동: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>에 따르면, 더치 브로스의 주식은 수요일 시간외 거래에서 15.91% 상승하여 40.50달러로 거래되었다.
자세히 읽기: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/11/41774549/trumps-big-tech-policies-what-gop-victory-means-for-apple-google-microsoft">트럼프의 빅 테크 정책: 공화당 승리가 애플, 구글, 마이크로소프트에 의미하는 바</a></li>
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