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ChargePoint designs, develops, and markets networked electric vehicle charging system infrastructure and cloud-based services that enable consumers to locate, reserve, and authenticate EV charging. The company's hardware product lineup includes solutions across home, commercial, and fast-charging applications. ChargePoint derives the majority of its revenue from the United States.

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새로운 관세 파동이 자동차 산업을 흔들 위협을 가하고 있으며, 미국 자동차 제조사들이 그 중앙에 놓여 있다. 캐나다와 멕시코에서 수입되는 자동차에 대한 관세가 다시 부과된다면 자동차 가격이 최대 3,000달러까지 상승할 수 있다고 블룸버그가 보도했다.

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12월 회의에서 시장에 큰 영향을 미친 결정으로 기억될 연방준비제도(연준)는 수요일에 예상대로 기준금리를 25베이시스포인트(bp) 인하하여 목표 범위를 4.25%-4.5%로 조정했다.

이번 주 시장 동향: 연준의 금리 인하, 파월이 산타 랠리를 망쳐; 달러가 2년 만에 최고치

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전기차(EV) 충전 관련 주식들이 11월에 브레이크를 밟고 1개월 동안 21% 하락하며, 넓은 시장 지수와 EV 섹터 평균 모두 뒤처졌다. 하지만 JP모건의 애널리스트 빌 피터슨(Bill Peterson)은 EV고(NASDAQ:EVGO)에서 밝은 모습을 보고 있다. EV고는 업계의 저조한 성장에도 불구하고 동종업계의 경쟁사들보다 앞서 나가고 있다.

어려운 시장 상황에 차지포인트가 휘청, EV고는 $10억의 자금을 확보하며 성장

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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43718032/warren-buffett-was-asked-how-a-regular-person-gets-rich-he-detailed-exactly-how-hed-make-30-billion-starting-over-with-only-10000">Warren Buffett</a> back in 2011 made a bold <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2011/07/07/warren-buffetts-5minute-plan-to-fix-the-deficit.html">claim on CNBC</a>. He said he could fix the U.S. deficit in five minutes. His idea? Make sure politicians actually feel the consequences of their spending habits.
"You just pass a law that says that any time there's a deficit of more than 3% of GDP, all sitting members of Congress are ineligible for re-election," Buffett said. He laughed, but his point was clear: politicians don't fix the deficit because there's no real incentive for them to do so. "A more effective threat would be just to say, ‘If you guys can't get it done, we'll get some other guys to get it done.'"
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Nearly 14 years later, the deficit hasn't just stuck around—it's ballooned. In 2011, the U.S. debt was around $14.3 trillion. As of 2025? It's now <a href="https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/vendor/_accounts/JEC-R/debt/Monthly%20Debt%20Update.html#:~:text=As%20of%20January%202025,%20of,16.75%25%20($4.84%20trillion).">past $36 trillion</a>, with an annual deficit projected at $2.84 trillion. If Buffett thought Washington was reckless in 2011, what would he say now?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Enter Trump and Musk: A New Plan to Cut the Deficit</h2>
In a move that nobody saw coming at the time, President Donald Trump—reelected in 2024—teamed up with billionaire Elon Musk to take a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43801493/this-says-it-all-says-mark-cuban-as-doge-website-was-still-blank-despite-musks-claim-that-all-department-actions-were-posted-there">swing at government inefficiency</a>. Their newly formed Department of Government Efficiency aims to trim federal spending by up to $2 trillion by July 4, 2026.
DOGE, which Musk himself is leading, has already started slashing budgets, focusing on programs under agencies like USAID and the Department of Health and Human Services. So far, their reported savings sit at $55 billion, a small dent in their massive goal — but it's only been four weeks.&nbsp;
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Trump, never one to shy away from bold claims, has praised Musk as the smartest guy for the job. But not everyone is convinced. Conservatives are torn—some love the aggressive cost-cutting, while others point out that major entitlement programs, which make up a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43759664/trump-investigates-u-s-debt-for-fraud-suggests-treasury-payments-might-not-count">bulk of federal spending</a>, remain untouched.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Would Buffett's Idea Have Worked?</h2>
Buffett's plan was simple but ruthless: make politicians personally accountable for running deficits. But in reality, Congress would never pass such a law—because it would mean voting themselves out of power.
In a 2011 CNBC article, an attorney pointed out that there is a legal loophole that could make it happen. Under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, two-thirds of state legislatures could call for a convention to propose an amendment. If three-fourths of the states ratified it, it would become law—no Congressional approval needed. But as the attorney noted, odds of that happening would have been slim and the process would take longer than "five minutes."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Same Problem, Just Bigger</h2>
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Washington is still <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43756938/ray-dalio-warns-of-looming-us-debt-crisis-says-america-faces-economic-heart-attack-without-fiscal-cuts">kicking the debt problem down the road</a>, and politicians are still avoiding real consequences. Buffett's five-minute plan never happened, and neither did serious budget reform.
Trump and Musk's DOGE initiative might be the biggest attempt yet to tackle spending, but the question remains: will it be enough?&nbsp;
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Warren Buffett Said He Could End U.S. Deficit In 5 Minutes: 'If You Guys Can't Get It Done, We'll Get Some Other Guys To Get It Done'

Singapore Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen, was direct when speaking at the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt Annual Leaders Roundtable last week. In a speech addressing the shifting global landscape, he said the world is witnessing a fundamental change in the assumptions that have shaped international relations for the past 80 years.
The U.S. has &#8220;willy-nilly&#8221; shifted its image from a liberator to a great disruptor and now to a landlord demanding rent, Ng said, pointing to a stark departure from the post-World War II global order where the US was seen as a stabilizing force.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Shift in US Priorities</h2>
Ng suggested that while American primacy has always been a key element of its foreign policy, it has now become the overriding concern, sometimes at the expense of traditional alliances. "America's primacy has become the overriding consideration," he said, adding that this shift is disrupting global stability and trade.
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43607060/5-stocks-to-sell-on-the-new-china-trade-war">U.S.-China rivalry</a> remains the most significant geopolitical factor moving forward. With new <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43423288/trumps-tariffs-are-here-heres-what-will-get-more-expensive-from-canada-china-and-mexico">trade restrictions and fresh tariffs</a>, Ng noted that the world should brace for continued economic disruptions. Citing the previous trade war between 2018 and 2019, he pointed out that bilateral trade between the two economic giants dropped by 10%. Europe, too, imposed tariffs to counter its trade imbalance with China, but the result was a slowdown in economic growth, from 3.5% to just 0.4% in 2023.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">US Antagonism Pushing Allies Toward China</h2>
Donald Trump's administration has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43418661/trump-announces-new-tariffs-on-goods-from-canada-mexico-and-china-will-go-into-effect-from-feb-1">imposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico</a> while pressuring Colombia and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43447167/trumps-takeover-of-panama-canal-stocks-to-watch-as-diplomacy-affects-presidents-plan">Panama</a> over trade and migration. He has also repeatedly said Canada &#8220;should become the 51st state." Colombia, a longtime U.S. partner, initially resisted his demand to accept deported migrants on military flights but ultimately complied, which critics dismissed as political theater. Meanwhile, as Trump's hardline approach strains relations, China has been actively courting these and other U.S. allies with economic incentives and diplomatic overtures.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A World Without a Stabilizing Leader</h2>
Ng warned that the absence of a stabilizing global leader could have serious consequences. "In the absence of a leader to protect our global commons, I think we must all expect that the progress and well-being of the global commons will suffer," he stated.&nbsp;
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&#8220;On the other hand, if you look at China, it is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/42779225/this-domestic-solar-stock-fslr-could-shine-in-your-portfolio-if-president-elect-donald-trump-imposes-tariffs-on-chinese-solar-panels">80% of the world's solar manufacturing</a> capacity, and more than half of EVs produced worldwide are Chinese-made,&#8221; Ng pointed out. As the U.S. takes a more isolationist stance, China is seizing opportunities to strengthen its economic and political ties with countries that feel alienated by Washington's hardball tactics.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Who Will Step Up?</h2>
Ng left his audience with an open question: If the U.S. no longer plays the role of global stabilizer, who will? "Who, if anyone, any one country or region or bloc, can step in if the U.S. declines to protect the global commons, and how effective, and against what resistance?"
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'Willy-Nilly'—Singapore Defense Minister Says The US Is No Longer A Stabilizing Force, But A 'Landlord Seeking Rent'

Samson Mow, a staunch Bitcoin supporter, has suggested a rollback of the Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) blockchain. This comes in the wake of a massive $1.4 billion theft from the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, reportedly orchestrated by North Korean hackers.
What Happened: In a post on X, Mow proposed that Ethereum, the dominant smart contract platform in terms of volume, should execute a hard fork. The aim is to return the purloined funds to Bybit and hinder the North Korean government from exploiting the stolen assets.
Mow expressed his support for the rollback of Ethereum&#8217;s chain, stating, "I fully support rolling back Ethereum's chain (again) so the stolen ETH is returned to Bybit and also to prevent the North Korean government from using those funds to finance their nuclear weapons program.&#8221;
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Blockchain rollbacks, a process that reverses confirmed transactions to restore the chain to a previous state, are typically initiated after a significant security violation. In the case of Ethereum, a rollback would result in a hard fork, akin to the one that occurred in 2016 during the Ethereum DAO hack.
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In a lighter vein, Mow suggested&nbsp;that the new roll-backed chain&nbsp;should retain the ticker ETH, while the existing one could be rebranded as "ETHNK." He also cautioned investors to abstain from trading ETH until the issue is fully resolved.
As of now, Ethereum is being traded at $2,770, reflecting a 4% surge over the last day.
Why It Matters: The proposed rollback and hard fork of Ethereum&#8217;s blockchain is a significant development in the crypto world. It underscores the security vulnerabilities that persist in the digital asset ecosystem and the potential measures to mitigate the impact of such breaches. 
The situation also highlights the geopolitical implications of cryptocurrency theft, with the alleged involvement of North Korean hackers. 
The outcome of this situation could set a precedent for how the crypto industry responds to such security breaches in the future.
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Disney CEO Bob Iger recently underscored the significance of hiring employees who exhibit &#8216;genuine decency&#8217;, a characteristic he feels is frequently undervalued in recruitment.
What Happened:&nbsp;Iger advocates for the prioritization of &#8216;genuine decency&#8217; in the hiring process. Iger contends that this trait is often overlooked by hiring managers.
In&nbsp;his book published in 2019, &#8220;The Ride&nbsp;of A Lifetime: Lessons Learned&nbsp;from 15 Years as CEO&nbsp;of the Walt Disney Company,&#8221; Iger wrote,&nbsp;&#8220;Genuine decency — an instinct&nbsp;for fairness and openness and&nbsp;mutual respect — is a&nbsp;rarer commodity in business than&nbsp;it should be, and you&nbsp;should look for it in&nbsp;the people you hire and&nbsp;nurture it in the people&nbsp;who work for you.&#8221;
"When hiring, try to surround yourself with people who are&nbsp;good&nbsp;in addition to being good at what they do," Iger wrote and as quoted <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/29/disney-ceo-bob-iger-bosses-should-hire-genuinely-decent-people-more-often.html">by </a>CNBC. 
While acknowledging the importance of skills and experience, Iger asserts that character is equally crucial in fostering a positive workplace culture. He further emphasized that leaders should embody the values of integrity, decency, and honesty, as they are representative of the company&#8217;s values.
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&#8220;What people think of you&nbsp;is what they&#8217;ll think of&nbsp;your company,&#8221; Iger wrote, underlining the importance of a leader&#8217;s reputation in shaping the company&#8217;s image.
"You can be the head of a seven-person organization or a quarter-million person organization, the same truth holds. What people think of you is what they'll think of your company," he wrote in the book. 
Why It Matters: Iger&#8217;s comments come at a time when companies are increasingly being scrutinized for their corporate culture and values. 
The emphasis on &#8216;genuine decency&#8217; not only reflects the changing dynamics of the workplace but also underscores the need for companies to align their values with those of their employees. 
This alignment is becoming increasingly important as workers are more likely to remain loyal to companies that share their values, thereby reducing turnover and increasing productivity.
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Disney CEO Reveals the One Quality Leaders Should Prioritize, and Why It's So Rare

In his annual letter to&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) shareholders, investment mogul&nbsp;Warren Buffett&nbsp;has once again imparted his insights on investing.
What Happened: Warren Buffett&#8217;s <a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">letter</a>, released on Saturday, provides insights into investing and lessons from his six-decade tenure at Berkshire. The letter, which Buffett has kept free from political and current events, focuses on the future of Berkshire and his reliance on equities.
Buffett hinted at his successor, stating, &#8220;At 94, it won't be long before Greg Abel replaces me as CEO and will be writing the annual letters.&#8221; He also stressed the importance of honesty with shareholders.
Buffett also discussed Berkshire&#8217;s investment strategies, expressing impartiality in choosing equity vehicles and the occasional availability of outstanding businesses at bargain prices.
"Businesses, as well as individuals with desired talents, however, will usually find a way to cope with monetary instability as long as their goods or services are desired by the country's citizenry. So, too, with personal skills. Lacking such assets as athletic excellence, a wonderful voice, medical or legal skills or, for that matter, any special talents, I have had to rely on equities throughout my life. In effect, I have depended on the success of American businesses and I will continue to do so," he shared in the letter. 
He also reflected on America&#8217;s prosperity, attributing it to the wise deployment of capital and consistent saving by Americans. Despite the presence of scoundrels and promoters, Buffett believes the savings of Americans have delivered a quality of output beyond the dreams of any colonist.
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"Understandably, really outstanding businesses are very seldom offered in their entirety, but small fractions of these gems can be purchased Monday through Friday on Wall Street and, very occasionally, they sell at bargain prices. We are impartial in our choice of equity vehicles, investing in either variety based upon where we can best deploy your (and my family's) savings. Often, nothing looks compelling; very infrequently we find ourselves knee-deep in opportunities. Greg has vividly shown his ability to act at such times," he added. 
On Berkshire&#8217;s $334.2 billion cash pile, Buffett assured shareholders that the majority of their money remains in equities and that preference won&#8217;t change. He warned against the potential evaporation of paper money&#8217;s value if fiscal folly prevails.
Why It Matters: Buffett&#8217;s annual letter is a much-anticipated event in the investment world, offering insights into his investment philosophy and the future direction of Berkshire Hathaway. 
His comments on his successor and the company&#8217;s investment strategies provide valuable insights for investors. His reflections on America&#8217;s prosperity and the role of savings and capital deployment underscore his long-term, value-oriented investment approach. 
His warning about the potential devaluation of paper money in the face of fiscal folly serves as a cautionary note for investors.
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Buffett's Key Lessons in Berkshire Annual Letter: 'Really Outstanding Businesses Are Very Seldom Offered in Their Entirety'

The late billionaire Charlie Munger, who passed away at the age of 99, shared in an interview that there&#8217;s no hidden formula to achieving <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/42935637/heres-how-charlie-mungers-final-investment-move-doubled-his-money-reveals-his-close-friend-li-lu">financial success and longevity.</a>
What Happened: Munger&#8217;s approach to life and work was simple and direct. He focused on evading conventional pitfalls and was prudent in his decision-making.
Munger, a resident of the same humble abode for seven decades, held the belief that lavish living often paves the way to discontent. 
"I avoided the standard ways of failing, because my game in life was always to avoid all standard ways of failing. You teach me the wrong way to play poker and I will avoid it. You teach me the wrong way to do something else, I will avoid it. And, of course, I've avoided a lot, because I'm so cautious," Munger said in the interview <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5Oom5Rjp_Y">with </a>CNBC. 
This pragmatic approach was also mirrored in his spending habits. When his business associate at&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett, opted&nbsp;to replace a company jet,&nbsp;Munger deemed the $6.7 million expense as extravagant.
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In Munger&#8217;s view, steering clear of apparent risks, frivolity, and &#8220;insane&#8221; scenarios were instrumental to his financial success and longevity. &#8220;Steer clear of insanity at all costs. Insanity is far more prevalent than you&#8217;d imagine,&#8221; he said. 
Munger&#8217;s financial success and longevity were driven by his ability to steer clear of unnecessary risks, frivolous decisions, and irrational situations.
"Avoid crazy at all costs. Crazy is way more common than you think. It's easy to slip into crazy. Just avoid it, avoid it, avoid it," Munger said. 
Why It Matters: Munger&#8217;s philosophy of financial success and longevity offers valuable insights into his life and work ethic. 
His avoidance of conventional failure modes, his cautious decision-making, and his disdain for extravagance and risky ventures like cryptocurrency, all paint a picture of a man who valued practicality and prudence over quick gains and lavish lifestyles. 
His views on financial success and longevity, while not groundbreaking, offer a refreshing perspective in a world often obsessed with quick riches and ostentatious displays of wealth. 
His legacy serves as a reminder that success can be achieved through simplicity, caution, and a steadfast refusal to participate in &#8220;insane&#8221; ventures.
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Charlie Munger's Financial Success and Longevity Advice: 'My Game in Life Was Always To Avoid All Standard Ways of Failing'

Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is one stock that has skyrocketed from its beginning stages, leaving many wishing they got in on it from the start. One woman recently called "The Ramsey Show" for financial advice regarding her Tesla stock, which grew to an astonishing amount from her initial investment.&nbsp;
Her dilemma? Whether to cash out and pay off her mortgage or hold onto the stock because, in her words, "Nobody knows what Tesla&#8217;s capable of."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From $1,000 to $380,000 in Tesla Stock</h2>
The caller explained that she invested $1,000 in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43686887/teslas-stock-climbs-nearly-3-in-thursday-pre-market-as-analyst-predicts-growth-in-ev-ai-and-robotics">Tesla stock</a> in 2011, in the company's early stages. Over the years, without adding any additional money to her investment, the stock surged, reaching upwards of $380,000. She and her family now owe $288,000 on their home and are weighing the benefits of selling the stock to become mortgage-free.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Financial expert <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43276105/trumps-tax-plan-could-slash-social-security-benefits-33-by-2035-ramsey-show-host-george-kamel-weighs-in">George Kamel</a>, a host on "The Ramsey Show," was impressed by the caller's success. "What?" he reacted in shock, before confirming that she had truly turned just $1,000 into hundreds of thousands of dollars without adding more funds to the investment.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Risks of Holding a Single Stock</h2>
While acknowledging the incredible return, Kamel advised the caller to be cautious. He emphasized the risks associated with keeping such a large portion of wealth in a single stock, even one as well-known as Tesla. "As soon as you can get that house paid off and get out of a single stock, the better," he said.
His advice aligns with common financial principles: diversifying investments can help protect against market downturns. Tesla's stock, like any other, is subject to volatility. Holding onto the stock means exposure to potential price swings that could reduce the value of her gains.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Role of Taxes in the Decision</h2>
One of the biggest factors to consider in selling such a large stock position is the tax implication. Kamel advised the caller to consult a tax professional before making any moves. Since the stock's value has increased significantly since she bought it, selling would trigger <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43669470/im-so-sorry-dave-ramsey-left-speechless-after-hearing-the-capital-gains-tax-a-canadian-restaurant-owner-would-owe-if-he-sold-his-business">capital gains taxes</a>. Depending on her income and how long she has held the stock, the tax bill could be substantial.
Instead of selling all at once, Kamel suggested an alternative approach: selling off portions of the stock gradually over a few years. This strategy could help reduce the overall tax burden by spreading the gains across multiple tax years, potentially keeping her in a lower tax bracket.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Can Her Income Cover the Mortgage Instead?</h2>
Another consideration is the caller's household income. She shared that her family is earning $275,000 annually, which is a strong financial position. Kamel's advice implies that, with such a high income, they may be able to aggressively pay down the mortgage without relying entirely on the Tesla stock sale.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Should She Do?</h2>
Ultimately, the decision rests on her financial goals and risk tolerance. Paying off the mortgage would provide security and eliminate monthly payments, but holding onto the stock could yield further gains—though with added risk. Consulting a financial and tax professional could help her determine the best course of action based on her specific situation.
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Should She Cash Out? Woman Who Turned $1,000 Into $380,000 In Tesla Stock Asks The Ramsey Show For Guidance

Billionaire business tycoon Mark Cuban has expressed his dissatisfaction with the Democratic Party&#8217;s salesmanship.
What Happened: Cuban, a supporter of then-Vice President Kamala Harris in the last election, voiced his disappointment over the Democrats&#8217; performance in an interaction on Saturday.
He pinpointed the party&#8217;s failure to effectively communicate their message as a significant reason for their defeat in the White House and Senate races, and the Republicans&#8217; success in retaining the House majority.
Cuban shared his experiences as a spokesperson for Harris&#8217;s campaign. He criticized the Biden administration&#8217;s approach to several issues, notably immigration, labeling it as &#8220;awful.&#8221;
Despite his criticisms, Cuban attributed the Democrats&#8217; November losses to inadequate salesmanship. He compared this to President Donald Trump&#8216;s knack for selling a winning message, despite his own criticisms of Trump.
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"It was kind of fun actually. I learned that the Democrats can't sell worth shit. And they're so, you know, persnickety about every little detail and that's why the Republicans at the presidential level — I don't want to say kicked their ass because it wasn't a runaway, but like I said, Donald Trump can sell. If you gave the Democrats a dollar bill and said, you can sell these for 50 cents, they would hire 50 people to decide how to do it and then would not know how to sell a dollar bill for 50 cents,&#8221; Cuban said. 
&#8220;If you gave it to Donald Trump and said sell this dollar bill for two dollars, he'd figure out a way. He'd tell you that two dollar bill is huge, it'll get you gold tennis shoes, it'll get you a Trump meme coin. That's the problem and that's what I learned,&#8221; Cuban added. 
When asked about possibility of a presidential run, Cuban emphatically stated, &#8220;Hell&nbsp;no. No. No. No, it's&nbsp;not going to happen.&#8221;
Why It Matters: Cuban&#8217;s critique of the Democrats&#8217; salesmanship underscores the party&#8217;s struggle to effectively communicate their message to voters. 
This has been a recurring issue, leading to significant losses in recent elections. 
Cuban&#8217;s comments also highlight the importance of effective communication and salesmanship in politics, a factor that has played a significant role in shaping the political landscape.
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev recently expressed the company&#8217;s commitment toward prediction markets, stating that they are poised to shape the future of trading and information.
What Happened: Tenev, during an&nbsp;episode of &#8220;Hard Fork,&#8221; a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/21/podcasts/hardfork-grok-robinhood.html">podcast</a> by The New York Times, shared his belief in the potential of prediction markets. Tenev, who has a net worth of over $3 billion, explained the distinction between prediction markets, sports betting, and traditional news models.
&#8220;Prediction&nbsp;markets are the future of&nbsp;not just trading, but also&nbsp;information,&#8221; Tenev stated. He further elaborated that prediction markets, which involve wagers on the outcomes of future events, could potentially deliver news faster than traditional models. 
&nbsp;&#8220;I&#8217;ve been a big believer in the power of prediction markets for a long time — kind of a student of them — and I think prediction markets should be live for everything,&#8221; he added. 
He also suggested that the economic value of prediction markets could surpass that of news after the event.
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Robinhood had previously seen&nbsp;success with its prediction market&nbsp;for the 2024 presidential election. The platform also introduced&nbsp;Super Bowl event contracts earlier&nbsp;this month, but had to pause the rollout following&nbsp;a request from the US&nbsp;Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
In a recent earnings call, Tenev underscored the potential of prediction markets for Robinhood&#8217;s business, stating,&nbsp;&#8220;We had over half a&nbsp;billion contracts traded in right&nbsp;around a week leading up&nbsp;to the election&#8230;&nbsp;what you should expect from&nbsp;us is a comprehensive events&nbsp;platform that will give access&nbsp;to prediction markets across a&nbsp;wide variety of contracts later&nbsp;this year.&#8221;
Why It Matters: The commitment to prediction markets by Robinhood signifies a shift in the trading landscape. 
As Tenev pointed out, these markets could potentially provide faster and more economically valuable information than traditional news models. 
With Robinhood&#8217;s previous success in the 2024 presidential election prediction market and plans for a comprehensive events platform, the company seems to be positioning itself at the forefront of this emerging trend in trading.
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Renowned YouTuber MrBeast has disclosed a massive financial loss amounting to &#8220;tens of millions of dollars&#8221; from the production of his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/05/32297538/mrbeast-invades-suburbia-buys-neighborhood-cul-de-sac-to-create-ultimate-friend-zone">Amazon Prime Video series, &#8220;Beast Games.&#8221;</a>
What Happened: In a recent podcast, MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, confessed to the financial loss. 
Despite the fact that &#8220;Beast Games&#8221; was one of Amazon&#8217;s most successful series debuts in 2024, Donaldson labeled the decision to create it as&nbsp;&#8220;not a good financial decision.&#8221;
The reality show, consisting of 10 episodes and offering contestants the opportunity to win $5 million cash prizes, garnered over 50 million viewers within its first 25 days. However, the high production costs led to significant losses for Donaldson. He disclosed that the sets for just&nbsp;the first two episodes cost&nbsp;more than $29 million.
During the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjrJ2DJN_pA&amp;ab_channel=TheDiaryOfACEO">podcast</a>, Donaldson confirmed that the total production cost surpassed $100 million. Despite the financial setback, he expressed no regrets, underlining his dedication to creating high-quality content for the YouTube community and his apprehension about disappointing them.
&#8220;I lost a ton of money filming the show, so that came out of my pocket,&#8221; he said. 
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&#8220;I lost tens of millions of dollars on that show. I&#8217;m an idiot,&#8221; he said adding that the sets on the first two episodes cost more than $29 million together.
In the same conversation, Donaldson also touched upon his personal finances, stating&nbsp;that he had &#8220;less than&nbsp;a million dollars&#8221; in his&nbsp;bank account, even though he boasts over&nbsp;365 million subscribers on YouTube.
&#8220;For me, it was about making season one as good as possible. I can&#8217;t let the YouTube community down because creators don&#8217;t have a good rep when it comes to doing stuff on streaming platforms. If I fail, it&#8217;s over; no streaming platform is ever gonna touch a YouTuber ever again,&#8221; he added.
Talking about his mental health, he said, &#8220;There&#8217;s definitely times where I would cry. But if my mental health was a priority, I wouldn&#8217;t be as successful as I am.&#8221;
&#8220;This is the life I chose. You want success, you want to change the world, you want to do this. And this is the price you have to pay,&#8221; he added. 
Why It Matters: This incident underscores the high costs associated with producing quality content, even for successful YouTubers like MrBeast. Despite the financial loss, 
Donaldson&#8217;s commitment to his audience and the quality of his content remains unwavering. This could potentially influence other content creators&#8217; decisions regarding the production of high-budget projects, highlighting the balance between financial investment and audience engagement.
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Friedrich Merz of the conservative CDU is likely to become Germany's new chancellor, according to exit polls from Sunday's elections. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/25/01/42920583/musk-supports-german-afd-party-as-remedy-for-faltering-economy">far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD)</a> finished second.
What Happened: <a href="https://www.reuters.com/graphics/GERMANY-ELECTION/RESULTS/movaynkgova/">Reuters</a> reports that the first exit polls show the conservative CDU/CSU bloc taking about 28% of the vote. The AfD is on track to finish with about 20% of the vote.
Current Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democratic Party (SPD) is running third, with about 16%, which would be its worst showing in decades. The Greens have about 13% of the vote, with several other parties dividing the remainder.
Despite the CDU/CSU bloc&#8217;s comfortable lead, Germany may face months of political uncertainty as the party will need to form a coalition to secure a majority.
The conservative bloc, composed of the Christian Democrats (CDU) and its Bavarian sister party the Christian Social Union, stands for low taxes, budget discipline, conservative-liberal values, and a strong role for Germany within the European Union and NATO.
The AfD, established as an anti-euro party in 2013, has evolved into an anti-immigrant grouping with some radical far-right members. Its leader, Alice Weidel, recently received support from the new U.S. administration, including a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and an endorsement from Elon Musk.
Why It Matters: The election results could have significant implications for Germany&#8217;s economy and its stance on immigration. The AfD&#8217;s surge in popularity is notable, particularly given its anti-immigrant stance and the recent endorsement from Elon Musk.
The election could also impact the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/25/02/43886450/germanys-2025-election-could-make-or-break-cannabis-legalization-heres-where-key-parties-stand">future of cannabis legalization in Germany</a>. The SPD has been supportive of cannabis legalization. The conservatives&#8217; potential victory could change the course of this policy.
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When deciding between buying a home or investing in a business, financial stability plays a crucial role. That's exactly the dilemma Casey from Lexington, Kentucky, presented on a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrV8wCxBC78&amp;t=769s">recent episode</a> of "The Ramsey Show" with hosts George Kamel and Ken Coleman.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Dilemma: Homeownership vs. Business Expansion</h2>
Casey and her husband are working through Baby Step 3, which in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43768530/should-married-couples-split-expenses-dave-ramsey-says-no-youre-married-not-roommates">Dave Ramsey</a>'s framework means they're building a fully funded emergency fund of three to six months' worth of expenses. Once they complete this step, they're debating between purchasing a home or putting money into expanding Casey's husband's restaurant business.
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While the business is already established, Casey explains that her husband currently has partners and wants to eventually open his own restaurant. However, their financial situation raises concerns. Their household income varies significantly, with Casey's husband earning around $35,000 to $40,000 annually before taxes. Additionally, Casey stays home to homeschool their children, meaning their financial situation relies solely on her husband's earnings.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Ramsey Show's Advice</h2>
Kamel and Coleman strongly advised against <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/10/41304880/should-i-buy-a-225k-business-or-grow-my-30k-side-hustle-dave-ramsey-weighs-in">investing in a new business</a> at this stage. The restaurant industry is known for its high risk, and they emphasized the importance of financial stability before taking on even more.
"There is immense risk in starting a restaurant," Kamel cautioned. Coleman reinforced the idea of patience, advising Casey's husband to focus on his current business, learn from his experiences, and ensure financial stability before making a major move. He quoted an old saying: "If you chase two rabbits, you lose them both."
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When it comes to <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">homeownership</a>, the hosts initially agreed that buying a home should be the next goal after completing Baby Step 3. They called this "Baby Step 3B" in Ramsey's plan—saving aggressively for a down payment before moving on to investing in retirement.
However, after learning about the couple's income, their concerns about income stability led to a key point: homeownership may not be a wise decision at this stage either. Coleman pointed out that Casey's husband's income isn't high enough to comfortably afford a mortgage, warning that an unexpected downturn in the business could leave them financially vulnerable. "I would not be in any hurry to get in a house at all," he stressed.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Priority: Increasing Income</h2>
Ultimately, the hosts agreed that before considering either homeownership or business expansion, Casey's husband needs to focus on increasing his income.
"We've got to delay the business dream," Kamel said. "The income is a crisis at this point."&nbsp;
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Coleman went even further, suggesting that Casey's husband could potentially earn more working elsewhere. "My goodness, he could make more working at Walmart," he said, highlighting that even a retail job could provide better financial stability at this stage.
While Casey and her husband are eager to build a future, "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43758999/the-idea-that-youre-going-to-tax-corporate-america-is-mythology-dave-ramsey-says-the-consumer-always-pays">The Ramsey Show</a>" hosts made it clear: neither buying a house nor expanding the business is a good idea right now. Instead, they encouraged them to focus on increasing their income, stabilizing their financial situation, and then working toward homeownership. Only after achieving financial security should they consider investing in a new business venture.
For those facing a similar dilemma, Kamel and Coleman's key takeaway is simple: financial stability comes first. Ensuring a steady, sufficient income lays the foundation for smart, long-term financial decisions.
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Investor Chris Camillo has transformed a modest sum of $84,000 into a whopping $42 million over a span of 15 years, leveraging a unique investment strategy known as social arbitrage.
What Happened: Camillo&#8217;s strategy is centered around spotting investment opportunities by monitoring social media platforms and making early investments. His nearly 15-year track record from 2006 to 2020 boasts an average 77% annual compounded return, as confirmed by trading expert Jack D. Schwager.
According to a report <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/stock-market-trading-strategies-social-arbitrage-chris-camillo-bets-picks-2021-8">by </a>Insider, Schwager audited and wrote about Camillo and others in his book &#8220;Unknown Market Wizards: The Best Traders You&#8217;ve Never Heard Of.&#8220;
Breaking away from traditional investors, Camillo doesn&#8217;t depend on company earnings reports or Wall Street analysts. He instead utilizes platforms like TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to identify trends and investment opportunities, while also keeping a keen eye on the everyday world.
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His remarkable gains, audited and confirmed by Schwager, started with a balance of $84,000 in August 2006. By May 2021, his cumulative profits had skyrocketed to $42 million.
Such performance is deemed rare, as even professional money managers find it challenging to beat the market. In fact,&nbsp;over 86% of US active&nbsp;stock-fund managers failed to outperform the S&amp;P 1500 in the 20 years through 2020.
However, Camillo&#8217;s strategy is not without its risks. Biljana Adebambo, the academic director of the Master of Science in Finance program at the University of San Diego School of Business, highlighted that his approach likely necessitated the use of riskier strategies such as options, which can amplify the volatility of returns and the frequency or severity of losses, reports the outlet. 
Why It Matters: Camillo&#8217;s success story underscores the potential of social arbitrage as an investment strategy. In an era where social media plays a pivotal role in shaping trends, his approach offers a fresh perspective on investment decision-making. 
However, it&#8217;s important to note the inherent risks associated with such a strategy, as pointed out by Adebambo.
Currently, Camillo is committed to educating others on how to leverage social arbitrage. 
He shares his knowledge and insights via his YouTube channel, Dumb Money Live, and engages with a community of social-arb investors on Dumb Money&#8217;s Discord channel.
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In a strategic shift, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has unveiled its latest product, the iPhone 16e, marking its exit from the budget <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43424187/apples-struggles-in-ai-and-ar-indicate-a-loss-in-product-edge">smartphone market</a>.
Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman in his <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-02-23/apple-abandons-budget-phones-inside-apple-s-modem-m4-macbook-air-launch-timing?srnd=undefined&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">latest</a> weekly "Power On" has shared that Apple&#8217;s new iPhone 16e, priced at $599, is $170 more expensive than its predecessor, the iPhone SE.
This price hike places the iPhone 16e in a different segment, leaving the budget smartphone market to rivals such as&nbsp;Samsung Electronics Co.,&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&#8216;s Google, and Chinese manufacturers.
Despite lacking some features of the regular iPhone 16, the iPhone 16e offers most of the flagship lineup&#8217;s features for $200 less. 
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The decision to increase the price of its low-end iPhone comes as Apple&#8217;s China revenue declined by&nbsp;11% and total iPhone sales&nbsp;fell about 1% during the holiday quarter. 
This suggests that Apple is prioritizing profit margins over higher unit sales.
Apple&#8217;s new pricing strategy could potentially impede its customer base expansion in emerging markets like India. However, the company may continue to sell older models in certain markets through carriers without advertising them on its website, a tactic Apple has used in the past.
Along with the iPhone 16e, Apple is also gearing up&nbsp;to launch the M4 MacBook&nbsp;Air and has confirmed&nbsp;that Apple Intelligence is coming&nbsp;to the Vision Pro.
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Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a major breach on Friday which resulted in the theft of $1.4 billion Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>). The incident is considered the largest cryptocurrency hack in history, surpassing the 2021 Poly Network<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43886224/bybit-founder-confirms-1-4-billion-ethereum-hack-blames-masked-transaction"> hack of $611 million.&nbsp;</a>
The attack, which targeted Bybit&#8217;s Ethereum cold wallet, resulted in the loss of 401,347 ETH ($1.12 billion), 90,376 stETH ($253 million), 15,000 cmETH ($44 million), and 8,000 mETH ($23 million), <a href="https://x.com/OnchainLens/status/1892964703263244377">according</a> to Onchain Lens.
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Following the discovery of the theft, Bybit launched a recovery bounty program with a reward of up to 10% of the recovered funds to ethical cyber and network security experts who retrieve any of the stolen assets.
The potential bounty of up to $140 million is one of the largest crypto recovery efforts in history.
&#8220;Within 24 hours of the event, we were overwhelmed with support from some of the best people and organizations in the industry, and we do not take it for granted. We have shared in a dark moment of crypto history, and we&#8217;ve proven we are better than the malicious actors,&#8221; said Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit.
SEC Creates Cyber And Emerging Technologies Unit&nbsp;
The Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday announced the creation of the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) to focus on combatting cyber-related misconduct and to protect retail investors in the emerging technologies space.&nbsp;
The CETU, led by Laura D'Allaird, replaces the Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit and employs approximately 30 fraud specialists and attorneys.&nbsp;
"Under Laura's leadership, this new unit will complement the work of the Crypto Task Force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce. Importantly, the new unit will also allow the SEC to deploy enforcement resources judiciously," said Acting Chairman Mark T. Uyeda.&nbsp;
"The unit will not only protect investors but will also facilitate capital formation and market efficiency by clearing the way for innovation to grow. It will root out those seeking to misuse innovation to harm investors and diminish confidence in new technologies," Uyeda said.&nbsp;
The CETU listed the following as high-priority areas of focus:&nbsp;
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Before <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/10/41255752/jeff-bezos-says-all-overnight-success-takes-10-years-amazon-didnt-turn-a-profit-for-almost-a-decade">Jeff Bezos built Amazon</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) into a trillion-dollar empire, he had a very specific approach to dating—one that involved a lot of blind dates. His top requirement? The woman had to be resourceful. Not just in the everyday sense, but in a "could-get-him-out-of-a-Third-World-prison" kind of way.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Blind Date Rule</h2>
In a <a href="https://www.wired.com/1999/03/bezos-3/">1999 interview with Wired</a>, Bezos admitted he let his friends set him up before he met MacKenzie Scott at D.E. Shaw, where he served as vice president. "The No. 1 criterion was that I wanted a woman who could get me out of a Third World prison," he said.&nbsp;
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His reasoning? "I'm not the kind of person where women say, ‘Oh, look how great he is,' a half hour after meeting me. I'm kind of goofy," he said.
Bezos also said in the interview, "What I really wanted was someone resourceful. But nobody knows what you mean when you say, &#8216;I&#8217;m <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40208629/jeff-bezos-once-said-lifes-too-short-to-hang-out-with-people-who-arent-resourceful-who-are-the-peopl">looking for a resourceful woman</a>.&#8217;&nbsp;
Luckily for Bezos, he didn't need a blind date to meet MacKenzie—he just had to conduct a job interview. In 1993, she applied for a position at D.E. Shaw in New York, and Bezos was the first person to interview her. He hired her as a research associate, and her office ended up right next to his. Listening to his laugh all day, she quickly found herself drawn to him.
"My office was next door to his, and all day long I listened to that fabulous laugh," she <a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/a-novel-perspective-mackenzie-bezos">told Vogue</a> in 2013. "How could you not fall in love with that laugh?"
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The couple, who share four children —three sons and a daughter— married later that year, long before Bezos became one of the world's richest men. He joked in the same Vogue interview, "I think my wife is resourceful, smart, brainy, and hot, but I had the good fortune of having seen her résumé before I met her, so I knew exactly what her SATs were."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Prenup, No Problem—For MacKenzie</h2>
Despite amassing a fortune together, Jeff and MacKenzie never signed a prenup. That made their 2019 divorce one of the most expensive in history. The settlement left MacKenzie with 25% of their Amazon stock—about $36 billion at the time, according to media reports. Instead of hoarding her wealth, she started giving it away at an unprecedented pace.
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MacKenzie Scott has since donated more than $19 billion to charities, funding social justice initiatives, education, and human services. Unlike traditional philanthropists, she doesn't micromanage how the money is spent. The typical grant size? $5 million—far beyond the usual $123,000 median seen in major philanthropic studies.
Her no-strings-attached generosity has upended conventional giving, proving that even in divorce, resourcefulness isn't just a trait Bezos admired—it's something Scott has mastered on a whole different level.
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Billionaire investor&nbsp;Warren Buffett&nbsp;has addressed concerns regarding the record cash pile of&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>). 
What Happened: In a <a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">letter</a> to shareholders on Saturday, Buffett reassured of his commitment to owning businesses, amidst the company&#8217;s cash reserves reaching an all-time high due to a lack of major acquisitions and a sell-off of stocks.
The 94-year-old investor&#8217;s&nbsp;decision to address the cash&nbsp;pile, which stood at $334.2 billion&nbsp;at the end of last&nbsp;year, comes amid record valuations that have made US stocks less appealing and made it difficult for Buffett to find major deals.
Buffett assured shareholders that&nbsp;a substantial majority of their&nbsp;money would be deployed in equities, primarily American, many of which have significant international operations. 
"Berkshire shareholders can rest assured that we will forever deploy a substantial majority of their money in equities — mostly American equities although many of these will have international operations of significance," Buffett said. 
This statement was released alongside Berkshire&#8217;s Q4 results, which showed a $9 billion increase in the cash pile as Buffett reduced stakes in stocks, including significant&nbsp;sales of shares in Citigroup&nbsp;and Bank of America.
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Over the past year, the company&#8217;s cash pile has nearly doubled as it reinvested the proceeds from stock sales,&nbsp;including tens of billions of&nbsp;dollars&#8217;&nbsp;worth of shares in Apple, into Treasury bills.
"We were aided by a predictable large gain in investment income as Treasury Bill yields improved and we substantially increased our holdings of these highly liquid short-term securities," Buffett added in his letter.
"Paper money can see its value evaporate if fiscal folly prevails. In some countries, this reckless practice has become habitual, and, in our country's short history, the US has come close to the edge. Fixed-coupon bonds provide no protection against runaway currency," Buffet shared. 
Why It Matters: Buffett&#8217;s reassurance comes at a crucial time when the company&#8217;s cash reserves have reached an all-time high due to a lack of major acquisitions and a sell-off of stocks. 
The investor&#8217;s commitment to owning businesses and preference for &#8220;ownership of good businesses&#8221; over cash-equivalent assets is a strong message to shareholders about the company&#8217;s investment strategy.
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<li>Celsius Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) stock surged 43.95% after the company reported better-than-expected Q4 financial results. The company also announced the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43868556" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">acquisition of </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43868556" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alani Nutrition</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43868556" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> for $1.65 billion</a>.</li>
<li>WeRide Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRD#NASDAQ">WRD</a>) shares escalated 42.22%, possibly after NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)  disclosed a stake of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43739878" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1.74 million shares in a 13F filing</a> last week.</li>
<li>Applied Digital Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLD#NASDAQ">APLD</a>) stock jumped 34.64%.</li>
<li>Solaris Energy Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEI#NYSE">SEI</a>) shares upped 31.87% after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43872744" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter financial results</a>.</li>
<li>Vicor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VICR#NASDAQ">VICR</a>) stock upped 27.80% after the company reported better-than-<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43865613" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">expected Q4 fourth-quarter financial results</a>.</li>
<li>GDS Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDS#NASDAQ">GDS</a>) share rose 24.26%, probably after China's central bank vowed to take measures to support its real estate and shore up the economy.</li>
<li>VNET Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNET#NASDAQ">VNET</a>) stock upped 24.17%.</li>
<li>The Goodyear Tire &amp; Rubber Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GT#NASDAQ">GT</a>) shares escalated 22.15%. </li>
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The rise of cryptocurrencies and the new administration&#8217;s friendliness <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43889897/bitcoin-strategic-reserve-with-1-million-btc-could-offset-21-trillion-national-debt">toward digital assets</a> have left advisors deeply conflicted about the asset class, a new survey by CoinShares reveals.
On the one hand, 62% of advisors say recommending Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies goes against their fiduciary duties, and half think doing so would make colleagues think less of them. 
On the other hand, 85% of advisors say their firm&#8217;s views on digital assets have changed since President Donald Trump won re-election, and 79% agree that, with more and more clients putting money into cryptocurrencies, the role of advisors is becoming to manage the risk that poses for clients.
Squaring this circle will require more information and education about digital assets. Over 80% of surveyed advisors were willing to spend money on cryptocurrency education but wanted that information to be independent. That excludes crypto exchanges, while many &#8220;crypto-native&#8221; educational resources are difficult to access for those unfamiliar with the space.
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In addition to education, new regulations seem set to improve advisors&#8217; views on digital assets. In the CoinShares survey, 88% of advisors said the SEC&#8217;s recent approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs made them more positive about cryptocurrencies, and almost two-thirds said SEC approval was in the top three factors that most determined whether they felt it was appropriate to recommend cryptocurrency investments.
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<li>Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKAM#NASDAQ">AKAM</a>) stock fell 23.01% following weak FY25 guidance. Several analysts lowered the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sfm/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Axon Enterprise (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>) shares fell 22.79% after Craig-Hallum analyst Jeremy Hamblin downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/axon/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced a $625 price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Twilio Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWLO#NYSE">TWLO</a>) shares tumbled 22.39% after the company reported mixed fourth-quarter results and analysts revised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43742521" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">forecasts on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>EPAM Systems Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPAM#NYSE">EPAM</a>) stock declined 21.97% following its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings report <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43867480" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">and disappointing 2025 guidance.</a></li>
<li>Nu Holdings Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>) stock decreased 21.54% following the company's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43869101" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> fourth-quarter financial results</a>.</li>
<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) lost 21.18% as the software company's stocks fell amid overall market weakness on U.S. consumer and economic concerns.</li>
<li>Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) stock lost 21.04% last week. The stock reversed its gains following an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43883117" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">agreement in principle with SEC staff</a> to drop the case against the company.</li>
<li>DaVita Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVA#NYSE">DVA</a>) shares dipped 19.58%. Warren Buffett's investment firm, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>), has offloaded a 2% stake in the company, with the transaction <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43874883" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valued at around $116 million</a>.</li>
<li>Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) stock lost 19.12% as broader financial sector stocks fell amid overall market weakness on U.S. consumer and economic concerns.</li>
<li>Reddit (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>) shares declined 18.81%. Piper Sandler analyst Thomas Champion maintained an Overweight rating and raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/rddt/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $210 to $220</a>.</li>
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새로운 관세 파동이 자동차 산업을 흔들 위협을 가하고 있으며, 미국 자동차 제조사들이 그 중앙에 놓여 있다. 캐나다와 멕시코에서 수입되는 자동차에 대한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">관세가 다시 부과된다면</a> 자동차 가격이 최대 3,000달러까지 상승할 수 있다고 <a href="https://blinks.bloomberg.com/news/stories/SR3U8XT1UM0W">블룸버그</a>가 보도했다.
한편, 테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)와 다른 전기차(EV) 제조사들은 배터리의 중요한 구성 요소인 중국산 흑연에 대한 높은 새로운 관세에 저항하고 있다.
JP모건의 빌 피터슨(Bill Peterson)은 이러한 무역 긴장이 산업 전반에 걸쳐 비용 인플레이션을 유발할 수 있으며, 이는 전기차 채택에 위협이 될 수 있다고 경고한다.
추가 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43558633/tesla-stock-stumbles-but-musks-10-trillion-ai-bet-is-in-motion">테슬라 주식이 하락하지만, 머스크의 10조 달러 AI 베팅은 진행 중입니다.</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">미국 자동차 관세: 가격이 비싼 문제?</h2>
캐나다와 멕시코에서 수입되는 자동차에 대한 관세 일시적 유예가 곧 만료될 예정이며, 다시 부과될 경우 그 영향은 엄청날 수 있으며 2,500억 달러 규모의 무역이 중단될 수 있다.
에어백과 안전벨트의 거의 80%가 이들 국가에서 수입되므로, 전통적인 차량과 전기차 모두의 생산 비용이 상승할 것이다.
JP모건은 전기차가 이미 내연기관(ICE) 차량보다 18-60% 높은 MSRP 프리미엄을 가지고 있는 상황에서, 비용 상승이 소비자에게 더 멀리 다가갈 수 있다고 지적한다. 특히 7,500달러의 전기차 세액 공제가 사라질 경우 더욱 그렇다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">흑연 관세: 전기차 시스템에 대한 충격?</h2>
배터리 측면에서 테슬라는 중국산 흑연에 대한 관세에 맞서 싸우고 있으며, 이는 최대 920%까지 상승할 수 있다.
미국 흑연 생산자들은 저렴한 중국산 공급이 국내 채굴을 압박한다고 주장하지만, JP모건은 흑연이 리튬 이온 전기차 배터리에서 가장 많은 양을 차지하는 소재라고 지적한다. 가격 인상이 발생하면 전기차 제조사에 직접적인 타격을 줄 수 있으며, 이는 마진을 더욱 압박하고 가격 접근성을 더욱 어렵게 만들 것이다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">전기차 공식: 높은 비용, 느린 성장?</h2>
공급망 인플레이션, 관세 리스크 및 세액 공제 불확실성 등으로 인해 JP모건은 미국 내 전기차 성장에 대한 잠재적 역풍을 보고 있다.
가격이 계속 상승하면 소비자 채택이 느려질 수 있으며, 이는 자동차 제조사뿐만 아니라 차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)와 EV고(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVGO#NASDAQ">EVGO</a>)와 같은 전기차 충전 회사에도 영향을 미칠 수 있다.
다음 읽기: 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43527039/teslas-chinese-rival-byd-to-hire-20000-more-workers-in-zhengzhou-plans-major-expansion-to-meet-rising-ev-demand">테슬라의 중국 라이벌 BYD, 전기차 수요 증가에 대응하기 위해 정저우에 20,000명의 추가 근로자 채용 계획</a></li>
</ul>
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12월 회의에서 시장에 큰 영향을 미친 결정으로 기억될 연방준비제도(연준)는 수요일에 예상대로 기준금리를 25베이시스포인트(bp) 인하하여 목표 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/24/12/42561549/fed-slashes-interest-rates-by-0-25-as-predicted-december-dot-plot-flags-only-2-potential-cuts-in-2025">범위를 4.25%-4.5%</a>로 조정했다.
그러나 월스트리트를 놀라게 한 것은 금리 인하 자체가 아니라, 연준의 수정된 경제 전망과 제롬 파월 의장의 입장이 2025년에 더 깊은 금리 인하에 대한 기대를 무너뜨린 것이었다.
연준은 2025년 인플레이션 전망을 상향 조정하고, 그 해에 금리 인하가 두 번만 가능할 것이라고 시사했다. 이는 최근 몇 주 동안 투자자들의 낙관주의를 부추겼던 기대에서 급격한 변화로 이어졌다.
파월 의장은 기자 회견에서 이 매파적 톤을 확고히 하며, 2024년에 100베이시스포인트 금리 인하 후 연준이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42563299/feds-powell-shocks-markets-its-a-new-phase-were-significantly-closer-to-neutral">"새로운 단계"의 통화정책</a>에 진입할 것이라고 밝혔다. 금리가 중립 수준에 가까워짐에 따라 신중한 접근의 중요성을 강조하며, 공격적인 완화에 대한 희망을 일소했다.
진정한 &#8216;그린치(Grinch)&#8217; 같은 모습으로, 파월의 메시지는 투자자들의 산타 랠리에 대한 기대를 앗아갔다. 산타 랠리는 12월 하반기에 주식이 강력한 상승세를 보이는 계절적 시장 흐름이다.
SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)가 추적하는 S&amp;P 500은 3% 급락하여 2022년 9월 이후 최악의 하루 하락폭을 기록했다. 동시에 미국 달러 지수는 2년 만에 최고치로 상승했다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/24/12/42564807/powell-triggers-market-carnage-vix-spikes-58-stocks-plummet-dollar-hits-2-year-highs-bitcoin-nosedives">투자자들이 기대치를 재조정</a>한 결과이다.
비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)은 매크로 경제 발전에 대해 큰 민감성을 보였으며, 연방준비제도 회의 하루 전 사상 최고가인 $108,388를 기록한 후 $100,000 이하로 하락했다.
금요일에는 연준의 선호 인플레이션 지표가 11월에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42619788/market-volatility-halts-on-soft-inflation-data-yet-traders-remain-wary-of-fighting-the-fed-10-etfs-moving-friday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">예상보다 낮게</a> 발표되어 잠시 안도감을 주었다. 그러나 연준의 충격은 지속적인 디스인플레이션(progress in disinflation)이 회복할 수 있는 잔여 상처를 남겼다.
이제 초점은 2025년으로 옮겨진다. 투자자들은 새로운 트럼프 행정부의 재정 정책, 정부 셧다운 가능성 그리고 연준 통화 정책의 광범위한 영향을 대비하고 있다.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">차지포인트-GM 협력</h1>
차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)와 제너럴 모터스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>)는 미국 전역의 주요 위치에 초고속 전기차(EV) 충전소를 배치하기 위한 파트너십을 체결했다. 이 전략적 움직임은 전기차 인프라를 강화하고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42553394/chargepoint-inks-pact-with-general-motors-eyes-installing-ultra-fast-charging-ports-at-key-locations">EV 보급을 가속화</a>하는 것을 목표로 한다.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">팔란티어, 중력을 거부</h1>
팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)의 주가는 금요일에 주요 미군 계약을 확보하고 나스닥-100 지수에 편입되면서 급등했다. 주식의 올해 누적 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/24/12/42620067/palantir-defies-gravity-army-deal-nasdaq-100-spotlight-fuel-rally">상승률은 385%</a>를 넘는다.
지금 읽어보세요:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/12/42623343/exclusive-weight-loss-market-experts-scoop-up-novo-nordisk-stock-after-worst-drop-since-2002-following-drug-trial-miss">독점: 체중 감량 시장 전문가들이 2002년 이후 최악의 하락 후 노보 노디스크 주식을 사들입니다.</a></li>
</ul>
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전기차(EV) 충전 관련 주식들이 11월에 브레이크를 밟고 1개월 동안 21% 하락하며, 넓은 시장 지수와 EV 섹터 평균 모두 뒤처졌다.
하지만 JP모건의 애널리스트 빌 피터슨(Bill Peterson)은 EV고(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVGO#NASDAQ">EVGO</a>)에서 밝은 모습을 보고 있다. EV고는 업계의 저조한 성장에도 불구하고 동종업계의 경쟁사들보다 앞서 나가고 있다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EV 배치: 연료 고갈 상태</h2>
미국 EV 시장은 지난달 약간의 진전을 보였는데, EV 침투율이 8.8%로 소폭 상승했다. 전체 충전 설치 수는 전월 대비 1.5% 증가했지만, 이는 10월의 4.4% 증가에서 둔화된 것이었다. 레벨 2 충전기는 1.1% 증가에 그쳤지만, DC 패스트 충전기는 3.6% 증가하여 더 강한 모멘텀을 보였다.
그럼에도 불구하고 전체 성장 궤적은 상업 및 차량 충전 배치에 지속적인 역풍이 있음을 시사한다.
관련 기사: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42137466/evgo-powers-on-despite-trump-shake-up-analyst-projects-16-us-bev-penetration-by-2030">EV고가 트럼프 교체에도 불구하고 힘을 내고 있음: 애널리스트는 2030년까지 미국 배터리 EV 침투율 16%를 예상</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EV, 선두로 나아가다</h2>
이러한 도전 과제에도 불구하고, EV고는 눈에 띄는 성과를 보이고 있다. 이 회사는 연초까지 780개의 DC 패스트 포트를 추가했으며, 2024년까지 800포트 목표를 달성할 예정이다. EV고의 주가는 연초 대비 93% 상승했으며, 이는 10억 달러의 에너지부 대출을 통해 운영 레버리지를 개선한 경쟁 우위 덕분이다.
반면, 차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)는 50% 하락하며 어려움을 겪고 있다. 피터슨은 차지포인트의 비용 절감 조치가 긍정적이지만, 회사의 수익성에 대한 불확실한 경로가 전망에 그림자를 드리운다고 언급했다. 차지포인트의 주가는 연초 대비 약 40% 하락했다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">테슬라의 슈퍼차저 지배력 유지</h2>
테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)의 슈퍼차저 네트워크는 여전히 56.2%의 패스트 충전 시장 점유율을 차지하며 선두를 유지하고 있다. 이는 투자 축소에도 불구하고 여전히 강력한 위치다.
일렉트리파이 아메리카(Electrify America)와 EV고는 각각 9.1%와 7.2%의 작은 점유율을 유지하고 있지만, EV고의 지속적인 성장과 고객 기반 확장은 시장 역학의 변화를 신호한다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EV고의 성공 전략</h2>
피터슨은 EV고에 대해 낙관적이다. 그는 EV고가 높은 이용률, 라이드쉐어 사용자로 인한 장기간 충전 세션, 그리고 고객 확보—특히 테슬라 드라이버를 포함한—에서 이점을 누릴 수 있다고 언급했다.
정책 불확실성으로 인해 EV 판매가 둔화되더라도, EV고의 확장 전략은 위기를 극복할 수 있는 좋은 위치를 제공한다.
EV고의 미래는 전기를 통한 발전을 예고하고 있다. 나머지 섹터에 대해서는 불확실한 도로가 남아 있다.
주가 움직임: EV고의 주식은 금요일 1.43% 상승한 6.37달러에 마감했다. 반면 차지포인트의 주가는 2.96% 하락한 1.31달러에 마쳤다.
다음 읽기:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42250648/plug-power-evgo-among-jpmorgans-top-sustainable-picks-for-2025">플러그 파워와 EV고가 JP모건의 2025년 최고의 지속 가능성 선택에 포함되었다.</a></li>
</ul>
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차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)는 수요일 장 마감 후 3분기 실적을 발표했다. 이번 실적 <a href="//www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41989671/chargepoint-to-announce-third-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results-on-december-4-2024"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">보고서의 세부 내용</a>을 살펴보자.
세부 사항: 차지포인트는 예상치에 부합하는 주당 18센트의 분기별 GAAP 손실을 보고했다. 분기 매출은 9,961만 달러로 컨센서스 예상치인 8,984만 달러를 상회했다.
차지포인트 CEO인 릭 윌머(Rick Wilmer)는 &#8220;우리는 업계에서 기록적인 전기차 판매에 고무되어 있으며, 네트워크 활용도가 더 많은 충전 인프라의 필요성을 계속 주도하고 있다&#8221;며 "3분기 실적은 예상을 뛰어넘는 것으로, 우리의 전략과 운영 우수성에 대한 집중, 엄격한 현금 관리가 가시적인 성과로 이어지고 있음을 보여 준다&#8221;고 말했다.
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전망: 차지포인트는 4분기 매출을 9,500만~1억 1,500만 달러로 예상했다. 이는 예상치 1억 1,126만 달러보다 높은 수치다.
차지포인트 주가 움직임: <a href="//pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">벤징가 프로</a> 데이터에 따르면 수요일 정규장에서 5.17% 상승한 후 시간외 거래에서 11.48% 상승한 1.36달러에서 거래되고 있다.
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차지포인트, 3분기 호실적 발표 이후 시간외 11% 급등

월스트리트는 도널드 트럼프가 2025년 1월에 취임할 때 정책 변경이 미칠 영향에 대해 추측하고 있다. JP모건의 애널리스트인 버지니아 마틴 헤리즈(Virginina Martin Heriz)는 두 번째 트럼프 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41781921/what-does-trumps-victory-mean-for-ev-giant-tesla-and-the-big-3-automakers" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">행정부가 지속 가능한 투자</a>에 미칠 잠재적 영향을 분석했다.
온쇼링: 헤리즈는 두 번째 트럼프 행정부가 인플레이션 감축법(IRA)을 수정할 것으로 보지만, &#8220;망치가 아닌 메스&#8221;로 접근할 것이라고 예상한다.
JP모건의 애널리스트는 IRA의 국내 콘텐츠 부분이 공급망 온쇼링에 대한 양당의 지지로 인해 &#8220;가장 안전한 인센티브&#8221;라고 보고 있다. 헤리즈는 퍼스트 솔라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), 선런(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) 및 선노바 에너지 인터내셔널(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOVA#NYSE">NOVA</a>)를 공급망 온쇼링의 혜택을 받을 수 있는 청정 기술 회사로 지목했다.
자세히 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41822473/trumps-potential-health-czar-robert-f-kennedy-jr-rattles-vaccine-stocks-shoot-first-reaction">트럼프의 잠재적 &#8216;보건 차르&#8217; 로버트 F. 케네디 주니어가 백신 주식을 흔들다: &#8216;먼저 쏴라&#8217; 반응</a>
수소: 헤리즈는 청정 수소 생산자에 대한 45V 세액 공제가 전통 에너지 회사와 공화당 지지 지역의 강력한 지지로 인해 유지될 가능성이 높다고 보고 있다. 청정 수소 회사인 퓨어셀 에너지(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCEL#NASDAQ">FCEL</a>)와 플러그 파워(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>)는 두 번째 트럼프 행정부 하에서도 정책 변화의 영향을 받지 않을 것으로 헤리즈가 판단했다.
전기차 인센티브: 이 애널리스트는 전기차(EV) 보조금이 축소되거나 폐지될 것으로 예상하고 있다. 여기에는 자격이 되는 전기차 구매 시 최대 7,500달러의 30D 청정차 세액 공제가 포함된다. 또한, 헤리즈는 EV 충전 인센티브인 30C 세액 공제가 각 충전기 비용의 최대 30%로 강화될 것으로 예상한다. 전기차 및 관련 충전 인센티브의 폐지로 부정적인 영향을 받을 수 있는 회사들로는 EV고(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVGO#NASDAQ">EVGO</a>), 차지포인트 홀딩스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NASDAQ">CHPT</a>) 및 블링크 차징(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLNK#NASDAQ">BLNK</a>)가 있다.
석유 및 가스: 국내 석유 및 가스 생산은 정부 정책보다는 시장 가격과 글로벌 수요 및 공급에 더 영향을 받기 때문에 헤리즈는 규제 부담이 줄어드는 것이 &#8220;산업에 도움이 되지만 단기적으로는 삶을 바꾸는 것은 아닐 것&#8221;이라고 말했다.
결론: 헤리드는 두 번째 트럼프 행정부 하의 정책 변화가 지속 가능한 투자에 영향을 미칠 것으로 예상하지만, 지속 가능한 투자에서의 자금 유출은 주로 성과 부진에 의해 발생한다고 언급했다.
JP모건의 이 애널리스트는 &#8220;펀드 성과가 정치보다 훨씬 더 중요하다&#8221;고 말했다.
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전기차(EV) 충전 주식에 관해서는 EV고(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVGO#NASDAQ">EVGO</a>)가 뛰어난 성과를 낼 것으로 보인다. 반면에 차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EVGO/news" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">모멘텀을 유지</a>하는 데 어려움을 겪고 있다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">EV고: 빠르게 전진</h3>
로스앤젤레스에 본사를 둔 이 회사는 확장 가능한 사업 모델과 높은 이용률을 가지고 있다.
EV고의 소유-운영 모델은 전기차 판매가 예상보다 느리게 진행된 시장에서 독특한 우위를 제공한다. JP모건의 빌 피터슨(Bill Peterson)에 따르면, EV고의 고속 충전 사업은 &#8220;높은 이용률과 충전 속도로 잘 확장되고 있다&#8221;고 한다. EV고는 경쟁사들과 달리 매출이 제공된 전력의 킬로와트 수에 직접 연결되어 있어, 전기차 수요가 저조한 환경에서도 성장할 수 있다.
이 회사는 네트워크 처리량 증가, 안정적인 마진, 더 나은 운영 레버리지를 통해 견고한 결과를 제공해 왔다. 피터슨은 에너지부 대출 약정의 잠재적 지원을 통해 EV고의 &#8220;네트워크 구축 속도&#8221;가 가속화되어 2025년 말까지 회사가 수익성을 달성하는 데 도움이 될 것으로 보고 있다. 이 7달러의 목표 주가가 이러한 낙관적인 전망을 반영하고 있으며, 피터슨은 EV고를 긍정적 촉매 관찰(Positive Catalyst Watch) 대상에 올렸다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">차지포인트: 연료가 바닥난</h3>
차지포인트의 사업 모델은 하드웨어 판매에 크게 의존하고 있으며, 이는 예상보다 느린 전기차 채택으로 큰 타격을 받았다.
피터슨은 수익성에 대한 우려와 향후 성장에 대한 가시성 부족을 이유로 주식을 &#8216;비중 축소&#8217;로 하향 조정했다.
차지포인트의 소프트웨어 마진은 높지만, 하드웨어 사업은 충분히 확장되지 않아 성과에 큰 영향을 미치지 못했다.
피터슨이 지적하듯이, &#8220;차지포인트의 수익성 경로는 현재로서는 명확하지 않다.&#8221; 캘리포니아 캠벨에 본사를 둔 이 회사는 제3자 사이트 호스트에 더 많은 충전기를 추가하도록 의존하고 있어, 특히 자체 및 상업 고객들의 수요가 부진한 경우에는 저조한 성과에 노출된다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">EV가 선두를 차지</h3>
현재 환경에서 EV고의 독자적인 운전 능력과 이용률을 높일 수 있는 능력은 차지포인트와 차별화된다.
EV고의 고속 충전 소유-운영 모델이 모든 실린더에서 작동하고 있는 만큼, EV고는 전기차 충전 경쟁에서 선두를 차지할 준비가 되어 있으며, 차지포인트는 느린 차선에 남겨져 있다.
주가 움직임: EV고의 주식은 목요일 60.81% 급등한 6.32달러에 마감한 반면, 차지포인트의 주식은 3.82% 오른 1.36달러에 마쳤다.
EV고의 주가는 회사가 미국 에너지부(<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41162942/evgo-receives-conditional-commitment-for-doe-loan-guarantee-of-up-to-1-05-billion-to-accelerate-bu" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">DOE</a>)로부터 최대 10억 5천만 달러의 부채 조달에 대한 대출 보증에 대한 조건부 약속을 받았다고 발표한 후 목요일 상승세를 보였다.
EV고는 이 자금 조달이 충전 공간을 확장하고 공공 충전소에 대한 전국적인 접근성을 높이려는 회사의 노력을 가속화할 것이라고 말했다. 이 회사는 미국 전역에 약 7,500개의 고속 충전소를 추가로 건설할 계획이며, 주요 주 시장은 애리조나, 캘리포니아, 플로리다, 조지아, 일리노이, 미시간, 뉴저지, 뉴욕, 펜실베니아 및 텍사스가 될 것으로 예상된다. 최종적으로 EV고는 2030년까지 새로운 부스 배치를 완료할 것으로 예상하고 있다.

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차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)는 수요일 시장이 마감된 후 2분기 재무 실적을 발표했다. 이 발표로 주가는 시간외 거래에서 9%이상 급락했다. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b40718218/chargepoint-reports-second-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results">2분기의 주요 지표</a>는 다음과 같다.
2분기 실적: 차지포인트(ChargePoint)의 2분기 매출은 1억 900만 달러로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">컨센서스 추정치</a>인 1억 1,360만 달러를 하회했다. 이 전기차(EV) 충전 회사는 분석가 추정치와 일치하는 주당 16센트의 분기별 손실을 보고했다.
총 매출은 전년 대비 28% 감소했다. 네트워크 충전 시스템 매출은 전년 대비 44% 감소하여 6천 410만 달러를 기록했다. 구독 매출은 21% 증가하여 3천 620만 달러에 달했다. 차지포인트는 현금 및 현금 등가물 2억 4,370만 달러로 분기를 마감했다고 밝혔다.
차지포인트의 CEO인 릭 윌머(Rick Wilmer)는 "차지포인트는 계속해서 전략을 실행하고 우리가 명시한 목표에 부합하는 결과를 제공했다. 2분기 매출은 명시된 지침 범위 내에 있었고 총마진은 3분기 연속으로 개선되었다."
"오늘 우리는 운영 비용을 줄이면서 효율성을 높이기 위한 실행 계획을 시행했다. 보다 쉽게 ​​전기화할 수 있는 새로운 소프트웨어 및 하드웨어 솔루션을 제공하려는 우리의 초점은 변함이 없다."
차지포인트는 인력 15% 감축을 포함한 운영 개편을 발표했다. 이번 조직개편을 통해 연간 약 4,100만 달러의 절감 효과가 있을 것으로 예상된다. 이 회사는 구조조정 비용으로 약 1천만 달러를 예상하고 있다.
전망: 차지포인트는 3분기 매출이 8,500만 달러에서 9,500만 달러에 이를 것으로 예상하고 있다. 이 회사는 또한 2026회계연도 동안 긍정적인 비GAAP 조정 EBITDA를 목표로 삼고 있다고 밝혔다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40716772/broadcom-q3-earnings-preview-can-sustained-ai-order-momentum-help-company-with-hist">브로드컴 3분기 실적 전망: &#8216;지속적인 AI 주문 모멘텀&#8217;이 실적 추정치를 뛰어넘은 회사에 도움이 될 수 있을까?</a>
CHPT 주가 움직임: 차지포인트의 주식은 수요일 애프터 마켓에서 9.47% 하락한 1.53달러에 거래되었다.
사진 출처: <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/noyafieldsorg/">Noya Fields</a> from Flickr.
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차지포인트의 주식은 부진한 2분기 매출과 인력 15% 감축 발표 후 9% 이상 하락

차지포인트 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHPT#NYSE">CHPT</a>)는 수요일 시장 마감 후 1분기 재무 결과를 발표했다. 이 보고서의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/06/b39193497/chargepoint-reports-first-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results">주요 내용</a>은 다음과 같다.
주요 사항 (The Details):
차지포인트는 분기별 손실을 주당 17센트로 보고했는데, 이는 분석가의 합의 손실 추정치인 18센트를 5.56% 앞선 것이다.
이 회사는 분기별 매출 1억 700만 달러를 보고했는데, 이는 분석가의 합의 추정치 1억 579만 1000달러를 1.14% 상회하고 지난해 같은 기간보다 17.71% 감소한 수치이다.
1분기 네트워크 충전 시스템 매출은 6,540만 달러로 전년도 같은 분기의 9,830만 달러보다 34% 감소했다. 구독 매출은 3,340만 달러로 전년도 같은 분기의 2,640만 달러보다 27% 증가했다.
"차지포인트는 1분기에 예상대로 제공되었다. 우리는 가이던스 범위의 중간점을 넘는 매출을 달성했고, 순차적 총마진 개선, 운영 비용의 의미 있는 감소, 비GAAP 조정 EBITDA 손실 개선 등을 달성했다"고 차지포인트의 CEO인 릭 윌머(Rick Wilmer)가 말했다.
&#8220;우리는 운영 우수성에 계속 초점을 맞추고 있으며, 이를 통해 계속해서 훌륭한 운전자 경험을 제공하고 EV 충전을 제공하려는 모든 사람이 선택하는 플랫폼이 될 수 있다.&#8221;
전망 (Outlook): 
차지포인트는 2분기 매출을 1억 800만~1억 1,800만 달러로 예상하고 있으며 이는 합의 추정치 1억 2135만 달러와 비교된다. 이 회사는 2025년 1월 31일에 종료되는 2025 회계연도 4분기에 긍정적인 비GAAP 조정 EBITDA를 달성하겠다는 목표를 재확인했다.
관련 뉴스: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39190550/whats-going-on-with-novavax-stock">노바백스 주식은 무슨 일이?</a>
CHPT 주가 움직임: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/2020/11/08/why-did-chargepoint-holdings-fall-10-in-its-first-day-of-trading#NYSE">Benzinga Pro</a>에 따르면, 수요일 차지포인트의 주식은 시간외 거래에서 2.31% 하락한 1.69달러를 기록했다.
이미지: Pixabay의 Gerd Altmann

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