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The past week has seen significant developments in the tech industry, with AI at the forefront. OpenAI announced its transition to a for-profit entity, President-elect Trump appointed a new senior AI advisor, and Google faced intense scrutiny following the release of ChatGPT. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories.
OpenAI&#8217;s For-Profit Transition
Microsoft Corp.-backed&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) OpenAI has revealed its plans to evolve into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation (PBC). The company aims to balance shareholder and stakeholder interests while maintaining its public benefit mission. The transition is part of OpenAI&#8217;s mission to advance artificial general intelligence (AGI) for the benefit of all humanity.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42712683/openai-lays-out-its-for-profit-transition-plans-says-it-must-evolve-to-advance-its-agi-mission">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s New AI Advisor
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Sriram Krishnan, a former general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, as senior policy advisor for AI. Krishnan will work closely with David Sacks, recently named Trump&#8217;s "AI and crypto czar." The move is part of Trump&#8217;s efforts to ensure America&#8217;s technological dominance and foster scientific breakthroughs.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42639812/trump-taps-sriram-krishnan-as-senior-ai-advisor-to-work-closely-with-ai-and-crypto-czar-david-sacks">Read the full article here.</a>
See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42664762/after-investing-nearly-14-billion-in-openai-microsoft-reportedly-moves-to-reduce-its-dependence-on-chatgpt-parent?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Microsoft Invested Nearly $14 Billion In OpenAI But Now It&#8217;s Reducing Its Dependence On The ChatGPT-Parent</a>
Google&#8217;s &#8216;Code Red&#8217;
Following the release of OpenAI&#8217;s ChatGPT,&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(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 declared a &#8220;Code Red&#8221;. The tech giant faced criticism for lagging behind rivals like Microsoft in integrating ChatGPT-like capabilities into its products. However, Alphabet&#8217;s latest advancements in AI and quantum computing are rebuilding its reputation and investor confidence.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42641018/google-faced-intense-scrutiny-post-chatgpt-leading-up-to-declaring-code-red-but-gemini-20-and-quantum-chip-gives-investors-renewed-confidence">Read the full article here.</a>
Palantir: The &#8216;Next Oracle&#8217;
According to Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives,&nbsp;Palantir Technologies Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) could emerge as "the next Oracle" in the AI revolution. Despite its stock surging 395.42% in 2024, Ives maintains a strong conviction in the company's growth trajectory.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42696805/palantir-touted-as-next-oracle-by-dan-ives-here-is-why-the-wedbush-analyst-called-the-company-a-table-pounder">Read the full article here.</a>
Microsoft&#8217;s Reduced Dependence on OpenAI
Microsoft is reportedly planning to reduce its dependence on OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT. The company is working on integrating internal and third-party AI models into its AI product, Microsoft 365 Copilot.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42664762/after-investing-nearly-14-billion-in-openai-microsoft-reportedly-moves-to-reduce-its-dependence-on-chatgpt-parent">Read the full article here.</a>
Peter Thiel&#8217;s Bet on AI
Former PayPal CEO Peter Thiel has shared his perspective on the evolving role of AI and its potential impact on math skills. Thiel suggested that the rise of AI could reduce the emphasis on math proficiency and lead to a societal transformation.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42680592/peter-thiel-once-said-he-would-bet-on-the-reversal-of-silicon-valleys-math-bias-as-ai-continues-to-rise-isnt-that-a-long-overdue-rebalancing-of-our-society">Read the full article here.</a>
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OpenAI's For-Profit Transition, Trump's AI Advisor, And Google's Code Red: This Week In AI

The holiday week was abuzz with news from Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>). The tech giant continues to make headlines with its innovative products and bullish market predictions. From the anticipated AI-driven iPhone upgrade cycle to the rumored features of the AirTag 2, AirPods, and the M4 MacBook Air, Apple&#8217;s tech advancements continue to impress. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories from the weekend.
Tech Bull Foresees 26% Upside for Apple Stock
Wedbush analyst Dan Ives is optimistic about Apple&#8217;s future, predicting a 26% upside for the company&#8217;s stock. Ives attributes this potential growth to a &#8220;multi-year&#8221; upgrade cycle for the iPhone, driven by artificial intelligence (AI). He believes this will usher in a &#8220;golden era of growth for Cupertino&#8221; into 2025.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42682230/tech-bull-predicts-26-upside-for-apple-stock-sees-golden-era-of-growth-for-cupertino-due-to-multi-year-ai-driven-iphone-upgrade-cycle">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s AirTag 2: Enhanced Tracking and Safety
Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch the AirTag 2, with significant upgrades in range and safety. The new item tracker is expected to feature an Ultra Wideband chip for a longer range.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42677323/apples-airtag-2-roundup-ultra-wideband-boost-safety-improvements-and-more-rumored-features">Read the full article here.</a>
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42677504/amid-donald-trumps-concerns-about-taiwans-rising-chip-business-jensen-huang-praises-tsmc-for-its-unquestionable-innovation-vows-nvidias-support-for-the-incoming-us-administration?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amid Donald Trump&#8217;s Concerns About Taiwan&#8217;s Rising Chip Business, Jensen Huang Praises TSMC</a>
Apple AirPods to Incorporate Health Sensors and Cameras
According to Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to introduce heart rate monitors, temperature sensors, and cameras to its AirPods to enhance AI capabilities. The company is reportedly experimenting with these new improvements.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/12/42640232/apple-airpods-to-get-heart-rate-temperature-sensors-and-cameras-to-help-with-ai-features-top-analyst">Read the full article here.</a>
M4 MacBook Air Release Could Be Ahead of Schedule
Apple&#8217;s highly anticipated M4 MacBook Air could arrive sooner than expected, according to Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman. While new iPads and the iPhone SE are slated for a spring release, the M4 MacBook Air might hit the market earlier.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42665141/top-apple-analyst-says-new-m4-macbook-air-could-be-available-sooner-than-expected">Read the full article here.</a>
iPhone 17 Pro Likely to Retain Triangular Camera Layout
Despite rumors of a radical horizontal layout, Apple&#8217;s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro is expected to stick with its distinctive &#8220;triangular&#8221; camera design. This information was revealed by the leaker "Instant Digital" on Weibo last week.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42666163/iphone-17-pro-could-retain-iconic-triangular-camera-design-despite-rumors-of-a-radical-horizontal-layout">Read the full article here.</a>
Steve Jobs&#8217; MacBook Vision Realized After 25 Years
Steve Jobs had a vision for what a MacBook should look like back in 1983. It took Apple 25 years to bring this vision to life, but the company&#8217;s stock is now soaring to record highs. Analysts at JPMorgan are optimistic about Cupertino&#8217;s prospects, giving the Apple stock an overweight rating and a price target of $265.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42699730/steve-jobs-knew-what-macbook-should-be-like-in-1983-it-took-apple-25-years-to-bring-his-vision-to-life-with-aapl-stock-at-record-highs-heres-what-analysts-say">Read the full article here.</a>
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Apple's AI-Driven Growth, AirTag 2, AirPods' Health Features, And iPhone 17 Pro: This Week In Appleverse

As we wrap up the week, a series of intriguing developments have unfolded in the electric vehicle industry. From Hertz Global Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NASDAQ">HTZ</a>) selling used EVs at substantial discounts to Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) donating a fleet of vehicles for Trump&#8217;s inauguration, the news cycle has been anything but dull. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories.
Hertz Trims Fleet with Discounted EVs
In a bid to reduce its fleet, car rental company Hertz has been selling used electric vehicles for as low as nearly $12,000. The discounted EVs include models from Chevrolet, Tesla, and Subaru. For example, a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV in Denver is listed for sale on Hertz&#8217;s website for $11,985, while a 2022 Tesla Model 3 base sedan in Oklahoma is priced at $17,921.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42666220/hertz-sells-used-evs-including-chevrolet-bolt-tesla-model-3-for-whopping-discounts-in-bid-to-reduce-evs-in-fleet">Read the full article here.</a>
Ford Donates to Trump&#8217;s Inauguration
Automaker Ford has donated $1 million and a fleet of vehicles to Donald Trump&#8217;s inauguration fund. This donation matches totals from Amazon.com Inc. and Meta Platforms Inc., as well as a recent $1 million pledge from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42660866/trump-gets-ford-vehicles-1m-for-inauguration-will-musk-respond-or-could-he-ride-in-rival-vehicle">Read the full article here.</a>
Fund Manager Questions Musk&#8217;s Robotaxi Fleet Ambitions 
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk envisions a future where Tesla car owners can rent their vehicles to the company&#8217;s robotaxi fleet, likened to a combination of Airbnb and Uber. However, Future Fund Managing Partner Gary Black doubts that a majority of Tesla owners would want to participate in this scheme.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42642606/elon-musk-wants-to-raise-a-tesla-fleet-expert-estimates-vehicle-owners-can-make-40kyear-but-remains-doubtful">Read the full article here.</a>
Tesla&#8217;s Recall Costs
Tesla executive Sendil Palani expressed frustration over the cost of notifying customers about the company&#8217;s recent recall. Palani criticized the mandate of sending letters to affected owners as a waste of time and money.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42640472/tesla-exec-bemoans-cost-of-sending-letter-to-owners-affected-by-ev-giants-recent-recall-of-nearly-700000-vehicles">Read the full article here.</a>
Musk&#8217;s Bold Tesla Valuation
Elon Musk believes that Tesla could exceed the value of all transport companies, with the exception of his rocket manufacturing company SpaceX. However, he noted that achieving this would require a lot of work and good ideas.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42667044/teslas-valuation-could-exceed-all-transport-companies-but-spacex-ceo-elon-musk">Read the full article here.</a>
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Hertz's EV Sale, Ford Donates to Trump's Inauguration, Fund Manager Questions Musk's Robotaxi Fleet Ambitions And More: This Week In Mobility

As the week wraps up, we bring you a recap of the top stories that made headlines. From Senator Bernie Sanders&#8217; call to end Super PACs to Nikki Haley&#8217;s clash with DOGE Co-Head Vivek Ramaswamy, the week was filled with political drama. Elon Musk also found himself in the spotlight, with Ukraine receiving Starlink sets from Poland and Musk stating he can no longer afford to give them away for free.
Bernie Sanders Calls Out Elon Musk and Super PACs
Senator Bernie Sanders voiced his concerns about billionaires, including Elon Musk, influencing elections and called for an immediate ban on Super PACs by the Democratic National Committee. Sanders expressed his disdain for billionaires buying elections and demanded that the DNC ban Super PACs in Democratic primaries.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42676387/bernie-sanders-the-american-people-are-disgusted-with-musk-calls-on-democrats-to-end-super-pacs-in-primaries">Read the full article here.</a>
Nikki Haley and DOGE Co-Head Vivek Ramaswamy Clash Over American Culture
Former U.N. Ambassador and 2024 presidential candidate Nikki Haley responded to Department of Government Efficiency Co-head Vivek Ramaswamy&#8217;s comments about American culture. Ramaswamy, who is set to lead DOGE alongside Elon Musk under President-elect Donald Trump, had suggested that cultural factors contribute to top tech companies often hiring foreign-born engineers over U.S.-born engineers.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42696536/nikki-haley-blasts-doge-co-head-vivek-ramaswamy-for-his-take-on-american-culture-all-you-have-to-do-is-look-at-the-border-and-see-how-many-want-what-we-have">Read the full article here.</a>
Ukraine Receives Starlinks, Musk Says He Can&#8217;t Afford to Give Them Away for Free
Ukraine received 150 sets of SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink from Poland, just hours before Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk stated that the U.S. should pay for the high-speed internet services as he can no longer afford to give them to Ukraine for free.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/10/42708683/ukraine-gets-150-starlinks-from-poland-while-elon-musk-says-he-can-no-longer-afford-to-give-the-kits-away-for-free">Read the full article here.</a>
Ford Donates to Trump&#8217;s Inauguration, Sparks Speculation
Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) made a substantial donation to Donald Trump&#8217;s inauguration fund, matching totals from Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>). This move comes as Ford&#8217;s rival Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk are likely set to benefit from the new White House administration.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42660866/trump-gets-ford-vehicles-1m-for-inauguration-will-musk-respond-or-could-he-ride-in-rival-vehicle">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump Reconsiders TikTok Ban
President-elect Donald Trump has had a change of heart about banning TikTok from the United States. Despite a pending ban that could take place on Jan 19, the day before he is inaugurated as president once again, Trump shared that he supports TikTok remaining operational in the U.S.
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Sanders Targets Musk, Haley Clashes With DOGE Co-Head, And Trump Reconsiders Tiktok Ban: This Week In Politics

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In the midst of the ongoing infighting within the Republican Party&#8217;s MAGA base, tech mogul Elon Musk has called for the expulsion of &#8220;contemptible fools&#8221; from the party.
What Happened: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, named by President-elect Donald Trump as co-leaders of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have found themselves at odds with the GOP&#8217;s hard right and MAGA base. The disagreement stems from their support of H-1B visas, which are used to bring high-skilled migrant workers to the U.S.
Ramaswamy previously stirred up controversy by stating&nbsp;that the U.S. needs to&nbsp;import high-skilled workers, a standpoint that was met with backlash from several MAGA influencers. 
Musk responded to the criticism on X, saying, &#8220;Yes. And those contemptible fools&nbsp;must be removed from the&nbsp;Republican Party, root and stem.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Yes. And those contemptible fools must be removed from the Republican Party, root and stem.
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Responding to Musk&#8217;s post, Gab CEO&nbsp;Andrew Torba said that Musk is declaring war on them. 
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&mdash; Andrew Torba (@BasedTorba) <a href="https://twitter.com/BasedTorba/status/1872753653553217726?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
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The infighting within the MAGA base has reportedly escalated into a virtual right-wing civil war over issues such as race, class, and immigration. Musk&#8217;s position has increasingly put him at odds with Trump&#8217;s base, with figures like Steve Bannon and Laura Loomer expressing their disapproval, as reported <a href="https://www.axios.com/2024/12/27/elon-musk-contemptible-fools-maga-doge">by</a> Axios.
The report also suggests that this divide may force Trump to choose sides between his original white, working-class supporters&nbsp;and the techno-libertarian billionaires like&nbsp;Musk who are central to his new administration.
Why It Matters: The ongoing infighting within the MAGA base and the Republican Party at large could have significant implications for the future of the party and its political strategies. 
The schism between the traditional white, working-class supporters&nbsp;and the techno-libertarian billionaires like&nbsp;Musk could force a reevaluation of the party&#8217;s stance on key issues such as immigration and labor. 
This could, in turn, influence the party&#8217;s appeal to different voter demographics and its prospects in future elections.
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Elon Musk Weighs In On MAGA Divide, Urges GOP To Purge 'Contemptible Fools'

Leading CEOs from the tech industry are reportedly courting favor with President-elect Donald Trump, indicating a significant change in corporate America&#8217;s approach towards his upcoming term.
What Happened: High-profile business leaders have been visiting Trump at his Florida residence, Mar-a-Lago, marking a stark contrast to the reception he received following his 2016 election victory. 
Among the attendees were&nbsp;Amazon&#8217;s Jeff Bezos,&nbsp;Apple&#8217;s Tim Cook,&nbsp;Google&#8217;s Sundar Pichai, and&nbsp;TikTok&#8217;s&nbsp;CEO Shou Zi Chew.&nbsp;Meta&#8217;s&nbsp;Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with Trump last month.
Trump, who secured his election victory&nbsp;with 49.8 percent of the&nbsp;vote, shared his enthusiasm on Truth Social, <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/113679845810455086">saying </a>that &#8220;EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE MY FRIEND!!!&#8221; 
He also observed a marked shift in attitude compared to his first term, noting that there seems to be a greater willingness to cooperate this time around.
Former&nbsp;Microsoft&nbsp;CEO Bill Gates is also said to have requested a visit. 
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In a&nbsp;<a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/113725094327948716" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">post</a>&nbsp;on Truth Social on Friday, Trump said that Gates had asked to come to Mar-a-Lago. The 78-year-old Republican encouraged him to visit.
"Where are you? When are you coming to the ‘Center of the Universe,' Mar-a-Lago. Bill Gates asked to come, tonight. We miss you and x! New Year's Eve is going to be AMAZING!!!" Trump wrote. He signed it "DJT."
Why It Matters: This change in corporate America&#8217;s stance towards Trump could be motivated by a desire for influence or a fear of potential backlash. 
Major corporations&nbsp;such as Amazon, Meta, OpenAI, and Perplexity have pledged to donate $1 million each to Trump&#8217;s inaugural fund. 
This shift underlines the importance of political engagement for these tech giants, who are likely seeking to ensure their interests are represented in the upcoming administration.
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An Azerbaijan Airlines flight which crashed on Christmas Day in Kazakhstan was reportedly hit by &#8220;external interference&#8221; over Russia, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42711444/national-security-councils-kirby-notes-early-indications-of-russian-link-in-azerbaijan-crash" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">according to Azerbaijan&#8217;s transport minister, </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42711444/national-security-councils-kirby-notes-early-indications-of-russian-link-in-azerbaijan-crash" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rashad Nabiyev</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42711444/national-security-councils-kirby-notes-early-indications-of-russian-link-in-azerbaijan-crash" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">.</a>
The crash, which claimed 38 lives, occurred after the plane, a Brazilian-made Embraer 190, was diverted to Kazakhstan from Russia&#8217;s Chechnya region due to damage sustained during flight, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy4717j21kko" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> BBC.
Passengers onboard reported hearing three blasts above Grozny, leading to speculation that the aircraft had been struck by Russian air defense systems.
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Russian authorities have yet to comment, though Dmitry Yadrov, head of Russia&#8217;s civil aviation agency, claimed that the region was under threat from Ukrainian drone attacks, and a &#8220;Carpet plan&#8221; was enacted, clearing aircraft from the area.
He also mentioned dense fog over Grozny airport, which could have contributed to the incident.
The U.S. government has confirmed receiving early indications that Russian air defense systems may have downed the plane, although they have refrained from making a definitive statement.
Azerbaijan Airlines has pointed to &#8220;physical and technical external interference,&#8221; which experts believe involved GPS jamming and missile shrapnel damage, BBC adds.
One flight attendant described hearing a &#8220;strike,&#8221; which injured her arm. Pilot Tahir Agaguliev speculated that the missile exploded nearby, with shrapnel damaging the aircraft&#8217;s hydraulics.
Despite the damage, the pilots managed to land the plane, saving 29 lives.
Azerbaijan is demanding Russia acknowledge its responsibility for the incident, similar to the apology Russia extended in 2020 when it shot down an Azerbaijani helicopter.
Meanwhile, Azerbaijan Airlines suspended flights to several Russian cities, including Grozny and Sochi, citing security concerns. The investigation is ongoing, with Azerbaijan pushing for an international inquiry rather than one led by Russia or Kazakhstan.
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In an interview with Fortune in 2013, legendary investor Warren Buffett shared his insights on avoiding speculative investing and adopting a disciplined, long-term approach. 
What Happened: Buffett, known for his value investing philosophy, highlighted the importance of understanding the productive potential of assets rather than making impulsive decisions based on market noise.
During the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzuTj_t7ILs&amp;t=2s">interview</a>, Buffett compared evaluating stocks to assessing tangible investments like farms or apartment buildings. For a farm, he advises calculating expected crop yields and determining their value. 
Similarly, for an apartment building, rental income should be weighed against taxes and expenses to estimate the expected return. In both cases, the focus should be on paying a fair price for the asset's productive potential.
&#8220;You always want to look at the productive ability of the assets you're buying, whether it's a farm, an apartment house, or a company. The company is represented by a stock. If you always get your money's worth, you'll do very well,&#8221; Buffett said. 
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&#8220;If you buy a farm, you look at the farm and say, "I expect to get so many bushels per acre of corn or soybeans." Then you figure out how much that will be worth and you figure out what the price should be. If you buy an apartment house, you should look at what the rentals will be, what the taxes and expenses will be, and then decide how much income you'll have. You pay a fair price for that,&#8221; Buffett added. 
However, when it comes to stocks, Buffett warned against buying based on hearsay or speculative advice. He encouraged investors to prioritize the long-term productive ability of assets over short-term price movements. 
"The biggest mistake people make is listening to a lot of other people and buying something because they think it's going to go up next week or next month, for whatever reason people give you. You should understand what you buy," he said. 
He emphasized that understanding the intrinsic value of a company, which a stock represents, is key to successful investing.
&#8220;With stocks, their neighbor whispers something to them and then run out and spend money that it took them years to earn,&#8221; Buffett said. 
Why It Matters: This advice aligns with Buffett's broader philosophy of value investing, which has guided his decades-long track record of outperforming the market. 
His focus on fundamentals serves as a reminder that patience and careful evaluation remain the cornerstones of sound investing.
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Anthony Scaramucci, the former White House communications director, has urged&nbsp;Elon Musk&nbsp;to focus on his thriving businesses and refrain from political involvement. 
What Happened: Scaramucci, who had a brief stint in the first Donald Trump administration and has since become a vocal critic of the President-elect, praised Musk&#8217;s business prowess.
Speaking with CNN in an interview last week, he said of Musk, &#8220;Stick to business. You've done great. You've made a couple hundred billion dollars since the election.&#8221;
He further warned Musk about the potential pitfalls of political involvement, saying, &#8220;Lay&nbsp;off the gas on politics&nbsp;a little bit because these&nbsp;people, these people could hurt&nbsp;you.&#8221;
While acknowledging Musk&#8217;s significant influence during the 2024 election, Scaramucci expressed doubts about Musk&#8217;s ability to exert the same level of influence in Washington. 
Despite Musk&#8217;s large following and significant influence, Scaramucci advised him to tread carefully. 
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He stated, &#8220;He's&nbsp;just got to be very,&nbsp;very careful because he's making&nbsp;enemies that he doesn‘t realize,&#8221; and added, &#8220;And&nbsp;the incentives in Washington are&nbsp;totally different than those in&nbsp;business.&#8221;
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&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1871485780037972349?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Responding to Scaramucci&#8217;s advice, Musk asked whether Scaramucci could &#8220;do the fandango like in that Queen song,&#8221; a reference to the line &#8220;Scaramouche, Scaramouche, will you do the Fandango&#8221; in the song &#8220;Bohemian Rhapsody.&#8221;</figcaption></figure>
Why It Matters: Scaramucci&#8217;s advice to Musk comes at a time when the latter&#8217;s influence has been growing, not just in the business world but also in the political sphere. 
Musk&#8217;s significant role in the 2024 election and his large following are testament to his influence. However, Scaramucci&#8217;s cautionary words highlight the potential dangers that come with political involvement, especially for someone who is primarily a business figure. 
The different incentives and dynamics in Washington, as compared to the business world, could pose challenges and risks for Musk.
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President-elect Donald Trump&#8217;s repeated calls to defund public media have put organizations like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/recent" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NPR and PBS on high alert</a>.
Trump has long criticized outlets like NPR and PBS, accusing them of promoting liberal bias, and has vowed to cut all federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which supports public media, The Guardian <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/28/trump-npr-pbs-funding-cut" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
In April on Truth Social, Trump called NPR a &#8220;total scam&#8221; and demanded an end to its funding.
His criticism follows a longstanding pattern of Republican efforts to reduce or eliminate public media funding, dating back to the 1967 creation of the CPB.
The CPB provides grants to over 1,500 public radio and TV stations across the country, helping ensure editorial independence while also allowing for local fundraising.
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Trump&#8217;s allies, including Elon Musk, have joined the chorus. Musk, after labeling NPR as &#8220;state-affiliated media&#8221; in 2023, has called for the defunding of NPR, echoing Trump&#8217;s anti-public media stance, the report adds.
His recent collaboration with Vivek Ramaswamy to reduce government spending includes proposed cuts to the CPB&#8217;s $535 million budget.
Despite these efforts, public media remains deeply embedded in American life, with 99% of the population within reach of public radio or TV, The Guardian adds.
Yet the U.S. spends far less on public media compared to other countries. Critics argue that defunding public media would harm rural communities, where stations are often crucial for local news and emergency alerts.
While bills to defund NPR and PBS are currently before Congress, the challenge of transferring emergency alert responsibilities and the two-year funding cycle for the CPB could slow these efforts.
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Dave Ramsey is synonymous with financial advice, but his journey to becoming a household name and building Ramsey Solutions – a $300 million business – is filled with humility, resilience and common sense lessons. Ramsey doesn't shy away from admitting his mistakes, jokingly claiming, "I've got a PhD in D.U.M.B." Here's how he turned those missteps into steppingstones for success.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From Rock Bottom to Financial Freedom</h2>
Over 35 years ago, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/12/42514449/dave-ramsey-says-his-wife-wanted-to-leave-him-but-she-didnt-have-a-car-hitting-rock-bottom-financially-almost-ended-his-marriage">Dave Ramsey hit rock bottom</a>. In his late 20s, he went bankrupt. With a marriage hanging by a thread, two young kids and a mountain of fear, Ramsey recalls standing in the shower, crying because he didn't know what to do next.
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But adversity became his teacher. He turned to biblical principles about money, which mirrored the advice of seasoned wealthy individuals. Ideas like living on less than you make, avoiding debt, budgeting and being generous became the foundation of his financial philosophy. Applying these principles helped his family recover and inspired him to help others do the same.
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What started as a small ministry in his church, teaching others how to manage their finances, became a full-fledged business. Ramsey was reluctant to expand initially. "I didn't want employees," he admitted. "As far as I was concerned, employees come late, leave early and steal while they're there."
But as demand for his financial advice grew, so did the need to build a team. His first hire was a man named Russ Carroll and from there, the journey began. Ramsey's early days were filled with long hours, mistakes and hard lessons, but he kept pushing forward.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Five Stages of Business</h2>
Through trial and error, Ramsey identified five stages of business growth and shared them in a recent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHZEAXH6kqk">video</a>:
1. Treadmill Operator
Business owners are overwhelmed at this stage because they're doing everything themselves. Ramsey described his experience working 16-hour days, collapsing on the couch at night and barely remembering what he accomplished. &#8220;I was the CEO – the chief everything officer,&#8221; he says. It's a cycle of nonstop work, where cash flow becomes the primary concern and the business cannot function without the owner's constant presence.
2. Pathfinder
This stage involves a lack of clear direction, where the team feels uncoordinated and enthusiasm begins to drop. Ramsey discovered that the key to breaking out of this stage is defining a mission, vision and core values. For example, one of his breakthrough moments came when he fired an employee spreading negativity, clarifying the company's no-gossip policy and reigniting team alignment.
3. Trailblazer
Scaling the business requires implementing systems and processes while delegating leadership responsibilities. Ramsey recalled the game-changing decision to record <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/06/39316291/dave-ramsey-tells-americans-if-you-retire-broke-its-your-fault-explains-how-to-retire-with-1-mil">Financial Peace University</a> on video. This shift allowed him to expand his reach while freeing up his time. At this stage, businesses must also focus on strategic planning to prepare for larger growth.
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4. Peak Performer
Businesses at this stage thrive financially and operationally, but the danger lies in becoming too comfortable. Ramsey emphasized the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/04/38254603/warren-buffett-says-the-key-to-success-isnt-having-the-greatest-business-idea-in-the-world-the-test">importance of staying innovative</a> and maintaining a culture of excellence. He shared how his team continually reevaluated systems and processes to keep improving, even when things were going well.
5. Legacy Builder
The final stage focuses on ensuring the business's success beyond the founder. For Ramsey, this meant rebranding his company to "Ramsey Solutions" and transitioning the "Dave Ramsey Show" to "The Ramsey Show." By developing future leaders and creating a succession plan, Ramsey ensures his company will continue to thrive long after his direct involvement.
Ramsey attributes much of his success to the "Momentum Theorem": Focused intensity over time, multiplied by God, equals unstoppable momentum.
He quickly acknowledges that his achievements combine relentless effort and divine grace. Ramsey says it's God's blessings, "but it's also 25 years of hard work."
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Renowned financial educator&nbsp;and author Robert Kiyosaki&nbsp;has predicted a significant surge in Bitcoin&#8216;s (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) value by 2025, while expressing distrust in Black Rock&#8217;s handling of the cryptocurrency.
What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki voiced his concerns about Larry Fink, the head of Black Rock, and his handling of Bitcoin.
He accused Fink of being a &#8220;Marxist&#8221; and a &#8220;Share Holder Capitalist,&#8221; suggesting that such individuals are suppressing Bitcoin&#8217;s price for personal gain.
&#8220;Larry Fink dumping Bitcoin. VIVEK warned Larry Fink of BLACK ROCK is a Marxist. Vivek warned Fink &amp; Black Rock are Share Holder Capitalist not Stake Holder Caplitist. Share Holder Capitalists are Marxist….like Klaus Schwab who state: "Someday you'll own nothing and you'll be happy," he wrote in the post. 
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&mdash; Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) <a href="https://twitter.com/theRealKiyosaki/status/1872665122440704137?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Kiyosaki further stated his preference for keeping Bitcoin in his own wallet, expressing distrust in Black Rock&#8217;s Bitcoin ETF. Despite his criticisms, Kiyosaki remains bullish on Bitcoin, predicting it will reach $350,000 in 2025.
&#8220;I love Bitcoin in my own wallet. I would not trust Bitcoin in Black Rocks ETF. Black Rock suppressing Bitcoin price so the whales can buy Bitcoin at under $100k. I will keep buying more Bitcoin because Bitcoin going higher. I predict Bitcoin to hit $350 k in 2025,&#8221; he added in the post. 
Why It Matters: Kiyosaki&#8217;s comments come amid a broader debate about the role of institutional investors in the cryptocurrency market. His criticisms of Black Rock and Larry Fink reflect concerns about potential market manipulation and the concentration of power in the hands of a few large players.
Despite these concerns, Kiyosaki&#8217;s bullish prediction for Bitcoin suggests he remains confident in the cryptocurrency&#8217;s long-term potential. 
His comments highlight the ongoing tension between the decentralized ethos of cryptocurrencies and the increasing involvement of traditional financial institutions.
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Geologists have discovered a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/05/38895301/solitario-resources-finds-new-gold-zones-in-south-dakota-highest-grade-samples-collected">large gold deposit</a> in Hunan Province, China and experts call it a "supergiant." The Geological Bureau of Hunan Province announced their discovery in the Wangu gold field. It is estimated to contain 1,000 metric tons of gold, valuing around 600 billion yuan or almost $83 billion. However, some experts question the feasibility of this finding and whether the scope is as large as estimates say.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Discovery</h2>
According to Xinhua News Agency, the deposit was identified through extensive exploration, which included drilling 150,000 meters and analyzing 40 distinct gold veins. The highest-grade samples contained 138 grams of gold per ton of ore, surpassing the typical benchmark of eight grams for high-grade deposits. The initial exploration discovered 300 tons of gold at depths of up to 2,000 meters. Further analysis suggests that the deposit could extend up to 3,000 meters.&nbsp;
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Liu Yongju, vice head of the Geological Bureau of Hunan Province, said that technological advancements like 3D geological modeling played a large role in uncovering the deposit. Visible gold in rock cores was among the evidence supporting the claim of vast reserves.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Comparisons and Skepticism</h2>
If verified, this discovery could rival South Africa&#8217;s South Deep Mine, which holds approximately 900 metric tons of gold and is considered one of the largest deposits globally. However, some analysts, including those at the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/12/42502069/gold-poised-for-its-best-year-in-a-decade-while-bitcoin-surges-analysts-eye-2025-as-a-golden-era-for-precious-metal-amid-michael-saylors-push-for-btc-as-a-reserve-asset">World Gold Council</a> (WGC), remain cautious.
John Reade, WGC's senior market strategist, emailed The Northern Miner to label the estimate of 1,000 metric tons as "aspirational." He pointed out that much more exploration would be needed to confirm the full scale of the deposit. He noted that Chinese reporting standards differ from global frameworks like Canada's NI 43-101 and Australia's JORC code, making independent verification necessary.
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Challenges to mining at such depths – ranging from extreme heat to high operational costs – could delay or limit production. Reade noted that even if mining begins, the deposit would contribute only a fraction to global supply, approximately 3,600 metric tons annually.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Implications for China</h2>
China is already the world's largest gold producer, with reserves estimated at over 2,000 metric tons earlier this year, according to ScienceAlert. Yet, domestic production has declined due to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41158922/biden-signs-law-to-exempt-certain-us-chipmaking-facilities-from-federal-environmental-reviews-un">environmental regulations</a> and the closure of smaller mines. A find like this could bolster China's reserves and production capacity.
The discovery also comes as global gold prices rise amid economic uncertainty, increasing the potential economic impact of such a find. However, historical parallels, like the Sonbhadra gold deposit claim in India, which was debunked in 2020 according to Mining.com, underscore the need for rigorous verification.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Comes Next?</h2>
While the announcement has sparked excitement, experts urge caution. Developing a deposit of this size and depth will require years of investment and planning. Independent verification of the reserves will also be critical to establish credibility.
For now, the Wangu gold field represents a promising development in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41398733/gold-surges-past-2-700-to-record-high-asia-and-europe-markets-in-green-global-markets-today-while-us">global gold market</a>, but whether it becomes a game-changer remains to be seen.
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Prominent MAGA figures have accused Elon Musk of silencing critics who challenge <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/12/42713746/financial-crime-weekly-sec-charges-tai-mo-shan-with-misleading-terra-usd-investors-rocket-companies-sued-over-alleged-kickback-scheme" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">his views on immigration</a>.
The controversy erupted when at least 14 right-wing accounts reported losing access to premium features on X, including blue verification badges and monetization tools, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/28/elon-musk-accused-of-censoring-conservatives-on-x-over-immigration.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> CNBC.
This follows a wave of criticism targeting Musk's pro-immigration stance, particularly from anti-immigration factions within the MAGA movement.
The affected users, many affiliated with the media group ConservativeOG, said they were penalized after publicly voicing opposition to Musk's position.
These accounts saw their reach on the platform shrink significantly, triggering accusations that Musk was shadowbanning or censoring those who disagreed with him.
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Some of these individuals expressed concern that losing monetization features would impact their ability to continue posting content regularly.
In response to the growing controversy, Musk posted a "reminder" on X about the platform's algorithm, stating that accounts frequently blocked or muted by verified users would see their reach decline. 
However, this explanation only fueled further accusations of censorship. Critics felt that Musk, despite his claims of championing free speech, was punishing those who voiced opposition to his views on immigration.
Among those impacted was Preston Parra, head of ConservativeOG, who described the actions as a "political takedown" aimed at silencing conservative voices.
Parra vowed to continue fighting Musk's platform policies, which he sees as an attack on conservative values. The incident has sparked a broader debate over the influence of tech executives like Musk and their role in shaping political discourse, especially in light of his immigrant background and ties to pro-immigration figures.
The controversy highlights the ongoing tension between free speech advocates and those who believe social media platforms should regulate harmful content.
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According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), first-time homebuyers are now on average 38 years old, up three years from 2023 and nearly a decade older than buyers in the 1980s. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/11/41876775/u-s-homebuyers-are-now-56-on-average-as-younger-generations-struggle-with-wildly-unaffordable-market-housing-expert-warns">median age for all homebuyers reached 56</a>, jumping seven years from 2023&#8217;s figure of 49.
Money talks in today&#8217;s market, with one-third of home purchases made in cash compared to one-fourth during the late 2010s. Existing homeowners tap their home equity for substantial down payments, outmaneuvering first-timers who must borrow at higher rates.
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Family wealth shapes buying power. A Redfin-commissioned survey revealed over one-third of buyers under 30 planned to use family cash gifts for down payments. University of Chicago economists found children of homeowners face better odds of achieving homeownership themselves, according to HousingWire.
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&#8220;To reverse these trends, we must address the root causes of unaffordability. That means building starter homes, reforming zoning laws and creating pathways for economic mobility that don&#8217;t rely so heavily on homeownership,&#8221; HousingWire said.
Most new mortgage holders are young borrowers from diverse backgrounds. While they stand to gain from homeownership&#8217;s long-term benefits, many report working longer hours or postponing medical care to afford payments.
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In a recent forecast, Anthony Pompliano, founder of Morgan Creek Capital, anticipates a significant upswing for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42638493/crypto-analyst-2025-will-continue-to-be-a-great-year-for-bitcoin">broader crypto market in 2025</a>.
What Happened: Pompliano, a prominent crypto advocate, asserts that digital assets are gaining traction in the conventional finance sector, which will act as a key driver in 2025.
Recently <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bPxXF-34XE">on</a> Fox Business, Pompliano said, &#8220;I think the big story of 2025 is going to be that crypto has now grown up and is part of the traditional financial system.&#8221;
He further emphasized that Bitcoin will continue to dominate the crypto sphere, with the majority of capital influx from the traditional sector being directed towards Bitcoin.
&#8220;I think that Bitcoin is the king and will remain the king. Most of the capital flows from the traditional world are going into Bitcoin. There are going to be other assets that enter into the market, you obviously see the Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) ETF get approved and you'll probably see others get approved as well,&#8221; he said during the interview. 
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Pompliano also pointed out that the case for any crypto other than Bitcoin is essentially a technological one, drawing parallels to the choice between tech behemoths such as Google, Amazon and Facebook.
&#8220;The argument for anything other than Bitcoin is a very different one, it's a technology argument. It's no different than trying to pick between Google, Amazon, and Facebook. The Bitcoin argument is much more akin to ‘Do I want to protect my purchasing power?&#8217;"
Despite the recent declaration by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell that the U.S. is legally prohibited from holding BTC as a reserve asset, Pompliano maintains a positive outlook for Bitcoin&#8217;s future. At the time of the report, Bitcoin was trading at $94,108, reflecting a 2.1% drop on the day.
Why It Matters: Pompliano&#8217;s forecast comes at a time when cryptocurrencies are increasingly being recognized and adopted by traditional financial institutions. 
This growing acceptance, coupled with technological advancements in the crypto space, is expected to fuel the predicted surge in 2025. 
Despite regulatory hurdles, such as the recent statement by the Fed Chair, the optimism surrounding Bitcoin and other digital assets remains high, indicating a promising future for the crypto market.
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Ever wondered what it feels like to become a millionaire? Kevin O'Leary, aka &#8220;Mr. Wonderful&#8221; from Shark Tank, has an answer that might surprise you: He doesn't remember – and he doesn't care.
For many, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/42223593/70-of-millionaires-dont-think-theyre-rich-even-though-people-are-wealthier-than-ever-they-dont-feel-it">hitting the millionaire milestone feels like</a> the ultimate dream. But O'Leary says it's not about the money. "People ask me all the time, ‘What did it feel like to become a millionaire?' My answer? I don't remember," Kevin shared. "That's not why I did it. It's not about chasing money."
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&mdash; Kevin O&#39;Leary aka Mr. Wonderful (@kevinolearytv) <a href="https://twitter.com/kevinolearytv/status/1870486863116636248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">It's About Solving Problems and Gaining Freedom</h2>
So, if it's not about the money, what is it about? According to Kevin, the real reward is personal freedom. "Solve big problems and the money will come," he explains. But it's freedom – being able to do what you love on your terms – that makes it all worthwhile.
Kevin believes that when you're passionate about solving problems, financial success naturally follows. But he also points out that the journey doesn't end when the bank account hits seven figures. In fact, for him, the work only got more exciting. "I woke up rich one day, but I didn't care. I work harder now than I ever did before."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Retiring Early: A Dream or a Dull Reality?</h2>
Still, what he said earlier this year tells a somewhat different story. In his mid-30s, he sold his first company, Softkey, for $4.2 billion and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/09/40776473/it-was-boring-kevin-oleary-explored-every-beach-on-earth-after-he-first-got-rich-but-the-highs-and-l">decided to retire and live the dream</a>. He spent three years traveling to stunning beaches and exploring the world, but instead of happiness, he found boredom.
"I thought, ‘Hey, I'm 36, I can retire now.' And that's exactly what I did. But after three years, I realized it was really boring," Kevin admitted.
He discovered that work isn't just about money – it's about having a purpose. "Work gives you social interaction, keeps you thinking and makes life more interesting," Kevin says. That realization brought him back into the game, this time as an investor.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why the F.I.R.E. Movement Misses the Mark</h2>
Kevin's experience puts him at odds with the popular F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. While F.I.R.E. encourages people to save aggressively and retire young, Kevin says early retirement often results in a lack of fulfillment.
"This whole idea of Financial Independence, Retire Early <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39938702/dave-ramsey-says-the-fire-movement-isnt-sustainable-to-caller-who-spent-5-years-working-3-jobs-t">doesn't work</a>," he explains. People think, &#8220;I'm going to retire early and life will be perfect,&#8221; but they're wrong. Staying engaged is how you stay sharp and healthy, according to O'Leary.
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President-elect Donald Trump&#8216;s estranged niece Mary Trump recently shared some of her most peculiar Christmas gift experiences with her uncle.
What Happened: Known for her vocal criticism of the President-elect, Mary Trump often uses online platforms to express her views.
In a recent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u_K67M9WHw">video</a>, she reflected on some of the more unusual gifts she received from her uncle.
She recalled a &#8220;single shoe&#8221; filled with hard candy, which she suspects was a regifted &#8220;party favor&#8221; from a luncheon hosted by Donald Trump's first wife, Ivana Trump.
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Mary also recounted a playful sibling rivalry with her brother over who could receive the &#8220;worst&#8221; gift — a competition sparked by a leather-bound calendar that was already two years outdated.
She also revealed that her first gift from Donald and Ivana Trump was a three-pack of underwear from Bloomingdales. &#8220;It was a very exciting&nbsp;moment, and it just kind&nbsp;of got weirder from there,&#8221; she said in the post.
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These personal anecdotes provide a unique insight into the private life of the once and future president, adding a humanizing layer to the often controversial figure.
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Benzinga examined the prospects for<a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas"> many investors&#8217; favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here&#8217;s a look at some of our top stories.
Major U.S. indexes ended the week higher, with the Dow up 0.4%, S&amp;P 500 gaining 0.7%, and Nasdaq rising 0.8%, breaking a three-week decline streak. 
The S&amp;P 500&#8217;s strong Christmas Eve performance fueled hopes for a &#8220;Santa Rally,&#8221; a historical trend showing gains 64 out of 96 years during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/12/42675763/santa-rally-serial-winners-10-stocks-historically-poised-for-big-year-end-gains">December&#8217;s final week. </a>Markets started recovering from the Fed&#8217;s hawkish rate cut signals but faced renewed volatility Friday, tempering Santa Rally expectations. 
Despite near-term uncertainty, 2024 remains exceptional, with the S&amp;P 500 matching last year&#8217;s 24% gain and U.S. stocks outperforming global markets by the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42711387/wall-streets-santa-rally-at-risk-palantir-dethrones-nvidia-consumer-confidence-pulls-back-this-week-in-the-markets">widest margin since 1997.</a>
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week&#8217;s most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Bulls</h3>
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42657620/amd-and-micron-top-analyst-picks-for-ai-and-next-gen-tech-growth">AMD And Micron Are Top Analyst Picks For AI And Next-Gen Tech Growth</a>,&#8221; by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/anusuya-lahiri-0">Anusuya Lahiri</a>, highlights Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) being a top 2025 analyst&#8217;s pick for CPU/GPU momentum and AI edge opportunities, and Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) for its dominance in high-bandwidth memory.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42676474/dogecoin-whales-load-up-coins-worth-92-million-over-4-days-as-meme-king-outperforms-bitcoin-ethereum-in-2024">Dogecoin Whales Load Up Coins Worth $92 Million Over 4 Days As Meme King Outperforms Bitcoin, Ethereum In 2024</a>,&#8221; by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/shivdeep-dhaliwal">Shivdeep Dhaliwal</a>, reports that whale investors acquired 270 million Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), worth $92 million, over four days, boosting DOGE's 274% YTD rally, far outpacing Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) gains of 132% and 53%, respectively.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42698198/quantum-computing-stock-qubt-has-more-than-doubled-while-bitcoin-has-dropped-since-googles-willow-reveal-what-does-this-mean">Quantum Computing Stock QUBT Soars 157% While Bitcoin Drops Post Google's &#8216;Willow&#8217; Reveal</a>,&#8221; by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/aniket-verma">Aniket Verma</a>, highlights Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) surging after Google's &#8220;Willow&#8221; chip breakthrough, outperforming key indices, while Bitcoin faced a downturn amid concerns Willow&#8217;s quantum power could undermine cryptographic security.
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The Bears
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42660092/microstrategy-sinks-after-nasdaq-100-inclusion-bitcoin-bet-under-fire">MicroStrategy Sinks After Nasdaq 100 Inclusion: Bitcoin Bet Under Fire</a>,&#8221; by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/piero-cingari">Piero Cingari</a>, reports MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shares dropping 8.5% after its Nasdaq 100 debut, as analysts question its $561 million Bitcoin purchase at a 12% premium to current levels, marking its smallest acquisition amid declining stock performance.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/12/42688941/are-us-vehicles-under-30000-a-thing-of-the-past-trumps-mexico-tariff-plans-could-change-auto-market">Are Sub-$30,000 Cars Disappearing? Trump&#8217;s Tariff Plans Could Reshape US Auto Market</a>,&#8221; by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/chris-katje">Chris Katje</a>, explores Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, potentially pushing the price of vehicles like Ford Motor Co.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) Maverick and Honda Motor Co.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMC#NYSE">HMC</a>) Civic above $30,000, with one-third of sub-$30,000 cars currently made in Mexico.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">새로이 등장한 블록</h2>
치과용품 제조업체인 패터슨 컴퍼니즈(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDCO#NASDAQ">PDCO</a>)가 주주 가치를 높이기 위해 매각 또는 합병을 포함한 전략적 옵션을 모색 중이라고 목요일 발표했다. 이 회사는 거래 과정을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42342667/dental-supplies-patterson-companies-evaluates-strategic-alternatives-after-mixed-q2-earnings-amid-challenging-end-market-environment">2분기 재무 보고서</a>의 일환으로 공개했다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">블록의 업데이트</h2>
이지호텔(EasyHotel)이 매각될 준비를 하고 있다. 런던 및 지역 부동산(London &amp; Regional Properties)이라는 억만장자 지원 업체가 트리스탄 캐피털 파트너스(Tristan Capital Partners)가 관리하는 펀드와 경합을 벌이고 있다. <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-27/billionaire-brothers-private-equity-chase-deal-for-easyhotel">블룸버그</a>에 따르면, 경매 과정은 마지막 단계에 있다.
유비소프트 엔터테인먼트 SA(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBSFF#OTC">UBSFF</a>)가 텐센트 홀딩스 ADR(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>)과 <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%9C%A0%EB%B9%84%EC%86%8C%ED%94%84%ED%8A%B8-%EC%A3%BC%EC%8B%9D-%ED%85%90%EC%84%BC%ED%8A%B8-%EC%9D%B8%EC%88%98-%EB%B3%B4%EB%8F%84-%ED%9B%84-16-%EA%B8%89%EB%93%B1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">잠재적 인수합의</a>를 논의 중이다. 로이터에 따르면, 이번 거래는 유비소프트의 창립자인 기예모(Guillemot) 가문이 회사를 비공개로 전환할 경우에도 통제권을 유지할 수 있도록 할 것이다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/09/40801168/ubisoft-is-mismanaged-shareholders-are-hostages-investor-demands-video-game-company-go-private-aft">우여곡절이 많았던 한 해</a>를 보낸 유비소프트에 따른 발전으로, 이는 인력 감축, 실망스러운 매출, 여러 스튜디오 폐쇄로 이어졌다. 이 인수 논의 소식이 전해진 후, 유비소프트의 주가는 14% 급등했다.
라이트스피드 커머스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSPD#NYSE">LSPD</a>)가 구조 조정을 하고 있다. 이번 구조 조정 비용의 대부분은 2025 회계연도 3분기에 발생할 것이다. &#8220;우리 사업의 복잡성을 줄이는 데 중점을 두고 있다&#8221;고 라이트스피드의 창립자이자 CEO인 댁스 다실바(Dax Dasilva)가 <a href="https://investors.lightspeedhq.com/English/newsroom/news-details/2024/Lightspeed-Commerce-Announces-Strategic-Reorganization-Continues-to-Optimize-for-Profitable-Growth/default.aspx">말했다</a>. 한 분석가는 페이먼츠 다이브(<a href="https://www.paymentsdive.com/news/lightspeed-strategic-reorganization-employee-impact/734300/">Payments Dive</a>)에 라이트스피드를 매각하기 위한 준비라고 언급했습니다. JP모건과 RBC가 이 과정을 자문하고 있다고 <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-07/lightspeed-looks-for-efficiencies-as-strategic-review-continues">블룸버그</a>가 보도했다.
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노바백스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>)가 노보 노디스크 A/S(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>)에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/n42308359/novavax-announces-sale-of-czech-republic-manufacturing-site-to-novo-nordisk-for-200-million" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2억 달러에</a> 체코 보후밀 제조 시설을 매각하기로 합의했다. 이 거래에는 150,000평방피트의 공장 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42323263/wegovy-maker-novo-nordisk-to-buy-novavaxs-czech-republic-manufacturing-facility-for-200-million">과 기존 인력의 이전</a>이 포함된다.
슈나이더 내셔널(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNDR#NYSE">SNDR</a>)이 코완 시스템즈(Cowan Systems, LLC)와 그 계열사들을 약 3억 9천만 달러 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b42167845/schneiders-dedicated-momentum-continues-to-build-with-latest-acquisition-of-cowan-systems-llc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">현금으로 인수하기로 합의했다</a>고 발표했다. 이 거래에는 관련 부동산의 별도 매입도 포함되어 있으며 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/mid-cap/24/11/42170700/schneider-expands-its-fleet-390-million-cowan-systems-deal-supercharges-dedicated-services">3천 1백만 달러</a>에 이루어진다.
리뉴위(Renewi), 런던에 상장된 폐기물 관리 회사가 맥쿼리 에셋 매니지먼트로부터 7억 9십만 파운드(8억 8,880만 달러)로 평가되는 인수 <a href="https://www.macquarie.com/assets/macq/about/company/macquarie-asset-management/project-earth/joint-statement-regarding-a-final-possible-cash-offer-for-renewi-by-macquarie.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">제안</a>을 받았다고 공식 발표했다. 리뉴위는 부채를 줄이고 네덜란드, 벨기에, 프랑스 및 포르투갈의 핵심 재활용 사업에 집중하기 위해 특정 자산(즉, 영국 지방 부문) 매각을 검토하고 있었다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">파산 블록</h2>
이지스(Eegee&#8217;s), 1971년 투손에서 설립된 인기 드라이브 스루 레스토랑 체인이 챕터 11 파산을 신청하고 투손의 네 곳과 피닉스의 한 곳, 총 다섯 개의 매장을 폐쇄했다. 도전에도 불구하고 이지스는 투손과 피닉스에 20개 이상의 매장을 계속 운영하고 있다. 현지 언론 <a href="https://www.kold.com/2024/12/06/eegees-closes-five-restaurants-files-bankruptcy/">보도에 따르면</a> 회사는 상당한 부채를 안고 있으며, 시스코(Sysco)에 120만 달러 이상, 기타 공급업체에 수십만 달러를 빚지고 있어 총 부채가 1천만 달러에서 5천만 달러 사이이다. CEO 크리스 웨스트콧(Chris Westcott)는 재구성의 이유로 여러 압박을 언급했지만, 현지 주민들은 2018년부터 이지스의 소유주인 39 노스 캐피털을 비난했다.
트럭 운송 회사인 Kal Freight가 수익성이 좋지 않은 수직적 통합 비즈니스로의 전환 시도와 코로나19 팬데믹 정점기 추가 차량 투자에 대한 의문으로 재정 상태가 악화되어 파산 보호를 신청했다. 이 회사는 또한 압류 조치를 포함한 소송에 직면해 있다고 <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/trucker-kal-freight-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-06194094">월스트리트 저널</a>가 목요일 미국 파산 법원에 제출한 서류를 인용해 보도했다.
프로마 그룹(Proma Group)가 독일의 레카로 오토모티브 GmbH를 <a href="https://www.promagroup.com/archive/news/68" target="_blank" rel="noopener">인수함</a>으로써 회사를 파산에서 탈출시키고 2025년 1월부터 유럽 전역에서 운영을 재개할 수 있게 되었다. 레카로의 애프터마켓 시트는 1월에 다시 시장에 출시될 예정이며, OEM 생산은 프로마가 본사인 이탈리아로 이전된다. 레카로의 영업 및 기술 부서의 몇몇 직원은 원활한 전환 및 고객 지원을 보장하기 위해 슈투트가르트 지역에 남아 있다. 레카로의 북미 및 일본 운영은 영향을 받지 않는다. 프로마 그룹의 CEO인 루카 피노(Luca Pino)는 이 파트너십을 독일 산업 및 이탈리아 제조 우수성의 조합으로 칭찬했다.
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베인 앤 컴퍼니가 이번 주 M&amp;A 통신 트렌드를 잘 정리했다. 우리가 배운 것은 다음과 같다:
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<li>2023년 1~3분기 전 세계 거래 가치가 약 240억 달러에서 2024년 같은 기간 900억 달러로 &#8220;급증&#8221;했다고 이 회사가 지적했다. 미주 지역이 전 세계 총액의 63%를 차지했다.</li>
<li>재무 투자자들이 타워와 고정 자산을 인수하고 있다. 이 추세는 디지털 인프라의 비즈니스 기본 요소에 대한 신뢰를 강조하지만, 역풍이 있다.</li>
<li>프론티어 커뮤니케이션즈 패런트(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FYBR#NASDAQ">FYBR</a>)와 버라이즌 커뮤니케이션스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) 간의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40727235/verizon-to-acquire-frontier-in-20b-deal-reaffirms-fy24-outlook" target="_blank" rel="noopener">203억 달러 규모의 거래</a>가 지금까지 올해의 최대 거래이다.</li>
<li>규모 거래가 올해까지 전 세계 거래 가치의 거의 절반을 차지했으며, 인프라 매각이 2024년 1~9월 거래 가치의 22%를 차지했다(지난 5년간 모든 거래 가치의 36%); 이동통신 및 고정 매각이 약 20%를 차지했다. 전체 보고서를 보려면 <a href="https://www.bain.com/insights/telecom-m-and-a-here-are-the-latest-deal-trends-worldwide-interactive/">여기를 클릭하십시오</a>.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">뉴 온 더 블록</h2>
알터스 파워(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMPS#NYSE">AMPS</a>)는 투자은행 모엘리스 앤 컴퍼니(Moelis &amp; Company LLC)에 주주 가치를 높이기 위한 전략을 모색하도록 의뢰했다. 청정 전력 공급업체인 알터스는 이 과정이 2025년까지 완료될 것이라고 밝혔다. 알터스는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/clean-energy" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">법률 문제에 대한 자문</a>을 위해 라탐 앤 왓킨스(Latham &amp; Watkins) 로펌을 고용했다.
모터스포츠 게임즈(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSGM#NASDAQ">MSGM</a>)도 주주 가치를 높이기 위해 매각 또는 합병을 고려하고 있다. 목표는 소니 플레이스테이션과 마이크로소프트 Xbox 게임 콘솔에 르망 얼티메이트(Le Mans Ultimate)를 출시할 수 있는 충분한 자금을 마련하는 것이다. 르망 얼티메이트는 FIA 월드 내구선수권대회의 공식 게임이다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">오프 더 블록</h2>
덴마크에 본사를 둔 룬드벡(H. Lundbeck A/S)는 롱보드 파마슈티컬스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBPH#NASDAQ">LBPH</a>)를 주당 60달러 현금으로 인수하기로 합의했다. 이번 거래는 약 26억 달러의 주식 가치와 25억 달러(약 170억 덴마크 크로네)로 평가된다. 이 거래는 2024년 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41313129/why-is-epilepsy-focused-longboard-pharmaceuticals-stock-trading-higher-on-monday">4분기</a>에 마무리될 것으로 예상된다.
유니버설 스테인리스 &amp; 알로이 프로덕츠(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USAP#NASDAQ">USAP</a>)는 룩셈부르크 기반 아페람(Aperam)의 주당 45달러 현금 전액 인수 제안을 수락했다. 이번 인수로 아페람은 미국 내 첫 제조 시설을 확보하게 되어 지리적 범위와 제품 포트폴리오가 확장되며, 특히 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41385280/universal-stainless-finds-new-home-as-luxembourg-based-aperam-makes-big-us-move-details">항공우주 및 산업 응용 분야</a>와 같은 고성장 분야에서의 입지가 강화된다.
비트 디지털(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTBT#NASDAQ">BTBT</a>)는 HPC 데이터 센터 회사인 에노범 데이터 센터(Enovum Data Centers)를 약 6,280만 캐나다 달러(4,600만 달러)에 인수했다. 이 인수는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/24/10/41336358/bit-digital-stock-is-rising-tuesday-whats-driving-the-action">10월 11일</a>에 완료되었다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">더 블록의 업데이트</h2>
사모펀드 회사 TPG와 블랙스톤은 바슈롬(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLCO#NYSE">BLCO</a>)을 인수하기 위해 공동 입찰을 제안했다고 파이낸셜 타임스가 보도했다. 지난달 바슈롬은 채권자들, 특히 아폴로 글로벌 매니지먼트(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>)의 우려를 해소하기 위해 매각을 검토하고 있다고 밝혔다. 바슈롬의 분사는 바슈 헬스(Bausch Health)의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/10/41313679/bausch-lomb-sale-process-gains-momentum-as-tpg-and-blackstone-join-forces">210억 달러 부채 완화 계획</a>의 일환이었다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">파산 블록</h2>
트루 밸류(True Value)가 파산을 선언했다. 이 회사는 자산을 경쟁업체 두잇베스트(Do it Best)에 매각할 계획이다. 시카고에 본사를 둔 이 하드웨어 스토어 체인은 &#8220;강력한 마케팅 프로세스&#8221;를 통해 회사가 최고 입찰자로 남게 되었다고 밝혔다. 아래의 방송을 참조하세요.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">블록의 메모</h2>
S&amp;P 글로벌에 따르면, 미국과 캐나다의 M&amp;A 활동이 2023년과 비교하여 둔화되었다.
<ul>
<li>3분기에 발표된 미국과 캐나다의 거래 수는 4,153건으로, 전분기 대비 4.3% 감소했지만, 2023년 3분기와 비교하면 2% 증가했다.</li>
<li>총 거래 가치는 3,659억 9,000만 달러로, 2분기 3,016억 2,000만 달러 및 작년 같은 기간 2,827억 7,000만 달러에서 증가했다.</li>
<li>2024년 첫 9개월 동안 미국과 캐나다에서 12,680건의 M&amp;A 거래가 발생했다. 이는 2023년 같은 기간에 비해 13,203건보다 적다.</li>
<li>2024년 1~3분기 M&amp;A 거래 가치는 약 1조 5억 달러로, 2023년 3개월 동안 8,383억 2,000만 달러에서 증가했다.</li>
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S&amp;P 글로벌 마켓 인텔리전스에서 분기별 M&amp;A 보고서를 작성하는 조 만토네(Joe Mantone)는 다음과 같이 말했다:
BZ: 최근 거래 데이터에서 놀라운 점이 있었나?
Mantone: 거래 수가 전분기 대비 감소한 것은 계절적 경향을 고려할 때 그리 놀랍지 않다. 거래는 여름철 3분기 동안 느려지는 경향이 있다. 전년 대비 거래 증가가 M&amp;A가 회복되고 있다는 약간의 증거를 제공한다. 그러나 활동 수준은 여전히 역사적 기준에 미치지 못하며, 미국과 캐나다에서 발표된 거래 수는 지난 6개 분기 동안 크게 변동하지 않았다.
BZ: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">금리</a> 변동으로 4분기가 강하게 마무리될 것으로 예상하나?
금리가 낮아지면 M&amp;A에 더 유리한 환경을 조성하고, 발표된 거래 수가 현재 수준을 넘어설 수 있도록 도와준다. 특정 분기의 활동을 예측하기는 어렵지만, 금리가 낮아지는 것이 M&amp;A의 촉매제가 될 것이라고 생각한다. 특히 2025년으로 넘어가면서 사모펀드와 관련된 거래에 그렇다. 사모펀드 회사들은 충분한 자금을 보유하고 있으며, 낮은 금리는 인수 자금 조달 비용을 낮추어 매수 측의 레버리지 사용에 유리하다. 저렴한 부채를 이용할 수 있는 구매자는 일반적으로 가치 평가를 높여 사모펀드가 포트폴리오 회사를 매각하는 거래가 더 많아지게 한다.
BZ: 선거일 이후 딜메이커들이 어떤 반응을 보일 것으로 예상하는지?
총 거래 가치 측면에서 4분기는 2023년 4분기에 일부 대형 거래가 있었기 때문에 전년 대비 비교가 어려운 상황이다. 선거를 앞두고 큰 거래에 대한 일시 중지가 있을 수 있지만, 딜메이커가 결과에 따라 전략적 계획을 완전히 변경할 것이라고는 의심하지 않는다.

다음 읽기:
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<li><a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EA%B3%A8%EB%93%9C%EB%A7%8C%EC%82%AD%EC%8A%A4-3%EB%B6%84%EA%B8%B0-%EC%8B%A4%EC%A0%81-%EC%8B%9C%EC%A6%8C%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C-%EA%B3%B5%EB%A7%A4%EB%8F%84-%EC%95%95%EB%B0%95-%EA%B8%B0%ED%9A%8C%EA%B0%80/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">골드만삭스, 3분기 실적 시즌에서 공매도 압박 기회가 전망되는 상위 20종목</a></li>
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비트 디지털(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTBT#NASDAQ">BTBT</a>)가 월요일 시장 마감 후 2분기 재무 결과를 발표했다. 이 발표 후 애프터마켓에서 주가가 10% 이상 상승했다. 보고서의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/n40449716/bit-digital-inc-announces-second-quarter-of-fiscal-year-2024-financial-results">자세한 내용</a>은 다음과 같다.
주요 내용: 비트 디지털은 분기별 주당 손실을 9센트로 보고했는데, 이는 애널리스트들의 합의된 주당 손실 추정치인 주당 3센트를 하회한 것이다.
분기별 매출은 2,900만 달러로 분석가의 합의 추정치인 2,609만 달러를 11.16% 상회하고 전년 대비 220.87% 증가했다. 이 회사는 이러한 증가가 주로 고성능 컴퓨팅 서비스(HPC) 사업의 시작과 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ​​실현 가격의 상승에 따른 것이라고 밝혔다.
2024년 2분기 비트코인 ​​채굴 매출은 1,610만 달러로 전년 동기 대비 80% 증가했다.
이 회사는 전년도보다 23% 감소한 244.2개의 비트코인을 벌었다. 이러한 감소는 주로 2024년 4월 반감기 사건 이후 블록 보상 감소와 네트워크 난이도 증가로 인해 발생했다.
비트 디지털은 해당 분기에 기본 스테이킹을 통해 109.4개의 이더리움(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)을 얻었다. 비트코인과 이더리움의 보유량은 각각 585.6개와 27,226.21개였으며, 2024년 6월 30일 기준 공정 시장 가치는 각각 약 3,670만 달러와 9,350만 달러였다.
"2024년 2분기는 비트 디지털의 진화에 있어서 중요한 단계였다. 4월 &#8216;반감기 이벤트&#8217;로 인한 블록 보상 감소에도 불구하고 총 매출은 주로 HPC 서비스 사업의 첫 번째 전체 분기 매출에 힘입어 전년도보다 두 배 이상 증가했다. 우리의 대차대조표는 최근의 시장 변동성을 견디고 성장 자본을 고수익 기회에 배치할 수 있는 핵심 강점으로 남아 있다"고 비트 디지털이 실적 보도 자료에서 말했다.
이 회사는 화요일 미 동부시간 오전 10시에 2분기 결과에 대한 컨퍼런스 콜을 개최할 예정이다.
기타 주요 소식: 비트 디지털은 또한 고성능 컴퓨팅(HPC) 사업의 새로운 고객인 부스터로이드(Boosteroid Inc)와 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/n40449717/bit-digital-inc-announces-binding-term-sheet-with-new-hpc-customer-representing-a-more-than-700-mi" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">구속력 있는 계약</a>을 체결했다고 발표했다.
부스터로이드는 서비스 기간이 5년인 GPU 서버의 시작 수량에 대해 초기 구매를 할 예정이며, 이는 5년 동안 비트 디지털에 약 1,300만 달러의 매출을 창출할 것으로 예상된다.
이 회사는 전체 50,000개의 GPU 배포가 배포 계획과 시장 상황에 따라 비트 디지털에 5년 기간 동안 7억 달러가 넘는 총 매출 기회를 의미한다고 밝혔다.
BTBT의 주가 움직임: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>에 따르면, 비트 디지털의 주식은 시간외 거래에서 11.04% 상승한 3.32달러를 기록했다.
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