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Okta is a cloud-native security company that focuses on identity and access management. The San Francisco-based firm went public in 2017 and focuses on two key client stakeholder groups: workforces and customers. Okta's workforce offerings enable a company's employees to securely access its cloud-based and on-premises resources. The firm's customer offerings allow its clients' customers to securely access the client's applications.

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Elon Musk&#8216;s intellectual abilities have been called into question by his biographer, Seth Abramson. Abramson has disputed the widely held belief of Musk&#8217;s intellectual achievements, asserting that there is no substantial evidence to support such claims.
What Happened: Abramson, a journalist and attorney, took to social media X on Friday to voice his opinions. He criticized Musk and his followers for using the billionaire&#8217;s IQ as a benchmark of his intellectual capacity.
Abramson, who is in the process of writing a biography on Musk, stated, &#8220;There&#8217;s&nbsp;zero evidence, from his life&nbsp;history, of Musk having anything&nbsp;higher than a 110 IQ.&#8221; He further contended that Musk&#8217;s success with companies such as Zip2, PayPal, and&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;was not a result of his intellectual accomplishments but rather his financial investments.
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&mdash; Seth Abramson (@SethAbramson) <a href="https://twitter.com/SethAbramson/status/1892972729583784215?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The biographer also asserted that Musk&#8217;s only &#8220;truly successful and novel company&#8221; is SpaceX, attributing a significant portion of its success to President Obama, whom Musk had lobbied. 
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Abramson went on to criticize Musk&#8217;s ventures like the Boring Company and Neuralink, labeling the former a failure and the latter embroiled in ethics investigations.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">I account Elon Musk&#39;s idea for SpaceX to be more or less the only clearly good idea he has ever publicly had, though it required heavy lifting mostly from a powerful Black man for it to become a success, which may be why Musk has so much resentment for the former president now.
&mdash; Seth Abramson (@SethAbramson) <a href="https://twitter.com/SethAbramson/status/1892974055130570876?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The comments made by Abramson have ignited a widespread online debate, with many questioning the correlation between wealth and intelligence.
Why It Matters: This development is significant as it challenges the popular narrative around Musk&#8217;s intellectual prowess, which has been a key aspect of his public persona. 
Abramson&#8217;s comments have sparked a debate around the correlation between wealth and intelligence, a topic that has been a subject of discussion in the tech and business world. 
The outcome of this debate could potentially impact public perception of successful entrepreneurs like Musk and their business ventures.
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The week was a rollercoaster ride in the world of cryptocurrency. From&nbsp;Gary Cardone&nbsp;exiting his XRP position to&nbsp;Elon Musk embracing his meme status with Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), the crypto market was buzzing with activity. Here&#8217;s a quick round-up of the top stories.
Gary Cardone Dumps XRP
Investment influencer Gary Cardone announced his exit from XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>), selling his 30,000 XRP holdings at $2.71. Cardone cited six guiding principles refined over his 40-year finance career as the reason for his decision. He wished the XRP army luck, though he expressed doubts about their potential wealth.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43880897/gary-cardone-dumps-xrp-position-saying-i-genuinely-hope-the-xrp-army-gets-stupid-rich-i-dont-think-you-will">Read the full article here.</a>
Dogecoin Millionaire Advocates for Conviction Plays
Glauber Contessoto, also known as SlumDOGE Millionaire, encouraged his followers to invest in &#8216;conviction plays&#8217; like Pepe amid a broader slump in the meme coin market. He urged his followers to seize the opportunity presented by the ongoing correction to invest in meme coins.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43874379/dogecoin-millionaire-pushes-conviction-plays-like-pepe-like-theres-no-tomorrow-best-time-to-start-buying">Read the full article here.</a>
Peter Schiff Expresses Concerns Over Strategy Inc.&#8217;s Convertible Debt Offerings
Economist and market commentator Peter Schiff expressed concerns over Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) convertible debt offerings, hinting at potential financial troubles for the Bitcoin treasury company. Schiff highlighted the 4.5% decline in the company's shares despite Bitcoin's gain of 2.5%.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43838036/peter-schiff-says-michael-saylor-led-strategys-convertible-debt-offerings-arent-going-well-as-stock-falls-despite-bitcoins-gain">Read the full article here.</a>
Pepe Bull Questions Traders Selling Frog-Themed Memecoin
A widely followed cryptocurrency trader highlighted the &#8220;Cycle of Regret&#8221; phenomenon, predicting that 99% of the traders cashing out of the frog-themed meme coin Pepe (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">PEPE</a>) won&#8217;t buy it back at a discount. The trader suggested that these traders would panic, wait for a better entry, and then freeze when it dips further.
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Elon Musk Embraces Dogecoin
Tesla Inc. and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk embraced his meme status during his recent appearance at CPAC 2025, tying it to his association with Dogecoin. Musk described himself as "living the meme," a reference to his connection with Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that originated from the internet-famous Doge meme.
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It was an eventful week for tech giant Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), with the company making headlines for a variety of reasons. From the launch of a new budget-friendly iPhone to a significant investment pledge in the United States, Apple was in the spotlight. Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.
Apple Unveils Budget-Friendly iPhone 16e
Apple kicked off the week with the announcement of the iPhone 16e, a new affordable offering that replaces the third-generation iPhone SE. The announcement was made by Apple CEO Tim Cook in a video posted by the company. The new iPhone comes with several improvements over its predecessor.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43820197/apple-unveils-iphone-16e-with-a18-chip-ai-features-599-price-tag">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple Pledges Significant US Investment
In a meeting with President Donald Trump, Tim Cook reportedly pledged a significant investment in the United States and a shift in manufacturing from Mexico to the U.S. This announcement was made by Trump during a meeting with governors.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43898992/tim-cook-reportedly-tells-trump-apple-will-invest-hundreds-of-billions-in-us-they-dont-want-to-be-in-the-tariffs">Read the full article here.</a>
New iPhone Expected to Boost Apple&#8217;s Revenue
Gene Munster of Deepwater Management predicts that the newly launched iPhone 16e will drive a revenue boost for Apple in FY25. Munster shared his insights on Apple's latest offering, highlighting three key takeaways from the new model.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43840286/apples-iphone-16e-to-drive-revenue-growth-for-tim-cooks-company-says-top-analyst">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple May Increase iPhone Prices
In response to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, analysts at the Bank of America suggest that Apple might have to raise iPhone prices by 9%. The tech titan may need to revise its pricing strategy to compensate for the costs related to the tariffs.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43839627/apple-may-hike-iphone-prices-by-9-due-to-trumps-tariffs-says-bank-of-america">Read the full article here.</a>
Wireless Reverse Charging Feature for iPhone 17 Pro
Apple is reportedly testing a wireless reverse charging feature for its upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models. This feature would allow the smartphone to power other devices. The news was reported by a Weibo-based Chinese leaker.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/02/43838655/iphone-17-pro-may-finally-get-wireless-reverse-charging-apple-reportedly-testing-power-sharing-with-airpods-apple-watch-and-more">Read the full article here.</a>
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The week has been a whirlwind of economic news, with President Donald Trump&#8217;s administration making headlines for its tax proposals and plans for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Meanwhile, gold is nearing the $3000 mark, and billionaire investor Ray Dalio has proposed a solution to America&#8217;s mounting debt crisis. Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.
Trump&#8217;s Plan to &#8216;Abolish&#8217; IRS
Howard Lutnick, the newly confirmed Commerce Secretary under President Donald Trump&#8216;s administration, has reiterated the President&#8217;s proposal to abolish the IRS. During an appearance on Fox News, Lutnick stated that Trump&#8217;s goal is to &#8220;abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay.&#8221;
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43840909/trumps-goal-is-to-abolish-irs-and-let-all-the-outsiders-pay-says-newly-confirmed-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s Tax Cut Could Add $4.6 Trillion To Deficit
Former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich has criticized the tax reduction plans of the Trump administration, terming them as an &#8220;absolutely shameless giveaway,&#8221; that could increase the deficit by $4.6 trillion. The proposed tax cuts for wealthy individuals and lower corporate tax rates are likely to widen the U.S. trade deficit.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43774882/donald-trumps-tax-cut-could-add-46-trillion-to-deficit-says-robert-reich-emphasizing-48-billion-relief-for-top-100-us-firms-via-corporate-tax-cuts">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s &#8216;DOGE Dividend&#8217; Proposal Criticized
President Donald Trump&#8217;s idea of using part of his cost-cutting efforts to reward taxpayers has been criticized by economist Craig Shapiro. Shapiro argues that all savings from the Department Of Government Efficiency (DOGE) should be dedicated to reducing the deficit, debt reduction, and inflation control.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43839198/reduce-deficits-and-debt-full-stop-says-this-economist-as-trump-mulls-doge-dividend-by-giving-away-20-of-its-savings-to-public">Read the full article here.</a>
Gold Nears $3000 Mark
As gold nears the $3000 per ounce mark, experts are highlighting the importance of the precious metal in investment portfolios. Despite trading flat at $2,930.62 per ounce, gold has been testing the $3,000 level after hitting fresh records.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43875557/donald-trump-airs-fort-knox-inspection-as-gold-edges-closer-to-3000-it-is-an-essential-component-of-portfolio-says-expert">Read the full article here.</a>
Ray Dalio&#8217;s Solution to America&#8217;s Debt Crisis
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio has called for urgent measures to address the mounting U.S. federal debt crisis. Dalio proposes reducing the deficit to 3% of gross domestic product from its current level of nearly 7%.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43328856/ray-dalio-backs-trumps-interest-rate-cut-proposes-3-solution-to-tackle-36-trillion-americas-debt-crisis">Read the full article here.</a>
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride in the world of politics, with President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;at the center of several significant developments. From a decline in approval ratings to potential multi-billion dollar deals, the Trump administration has been making headlines left, right, and center. Here&#8217;s a quick round-up of the top stories.
Trump&#8217;s Approval Rating Takes a Dip
According to a recent Emerson College poll, President Trump&#8217;s approval rating has seen a decline in February. The poll reveals that 48% of nationally registered voters approve of Trump&#8217;s performance, while 42% disapprove. The remaining 10% remain neutral. This comes in the wake of several of Trump&#8217;s decisions and announcements, including a push for tariffs on countries like Canada, Mexico, and China.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43847433/trump-approval-rating-declines-in-february-unpopular-domestic-and-foreign-policy-ideas">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump Administration Eyes Mineral Rights Deal with Ukraine
In a move that could potentially bring $500 billion to the U.S., President Trump is reportedly inching closer to securing a deal for substantial mineral rights in Ukraine. The President expressed optimism about finalizing the agreement amid escalating tensions between the two nations.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43900186/trump-administration-eyes-mineral-rights-deal-with-ukraine-amid-rising-tensions-were-signing-an-agreement">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump Dismisses Top US General, Nominates Retired Officer
In a significant shift in military leadership, President Trump has removed Air Force General C.Q. Brown from his role as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Trump announced his intention to nominate former Lieutenant General Dan "Razin" Caine as Brown's successor, marking the first time a retired officer has been nominated for this prestigious position.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43900171/trump-dismisses-top-us-general-breaks-from-tradition-to-nominate-retired-officer-as-top-military-officer">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s Federal Workforce Downsizing Plan Gets Green Light
A federal judge has rejected an appeal by several government employee unions to halt the Trump administration's plans to significantly downsize the federal workforce. This marks another victory for Trump's Justice Department, which is currently defending against numerous lawsuits challenging various executive actions of the president.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43871609/trumps-federal-workforce-downsizing-plan-gets-green-light-from-judge-appeal-by-unions-dismissed">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump's Goal Is To &#8216;Abolish&#8217; IRS, Says Newly Confirmed Commerce Secretary
Howard Lutnick, the newly confirmed Commerce Secretary under President Trump‘s administration, has reiterated the President's proposal for the abolition of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Lutnick stated that Trump&#8217;s goal is to &#8220;let all the outsiders pay.&#8221;
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A call to &#8220;The Dave Ramsey Show&#8221; took an unexpected turn when Jean, a 70-year-old woman from Lexington, Kentucky, called in for financial advice. She explained that she was set to inherit $175,000 and wanted to keep it private from her husband of over 50 years. Her goal was to ensure the money went to her children and was available if her elderly mother needed care.
Dave Ramsey, known for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43741282/dave-ramsey-says-parents-shouldnt-buy-their-teenagers-cars-it-creates-ridiculous-expectations-for-life">giving honest advice</a>, quickly asked why she felt she had to hide the money and keep such a big secret. As the conversation unfolded, it became clear that Jean's marriage had been dysfunctional for decades. She described a long-standing lack of respect from her husband toward her family, leading her to believe he would try to control the inheritance if he found out about it.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dave's Take</h2>
Dave didn't hesitate to tell Jean that hiding things from a spouse is not healthy. He acknowledged that while she had every legal right to manage the money independently, deception was not the way to go.&nbsp;
"I don't think it's healthy for you, and I don't think it's healthy for him," he said.
He pointed out that the real issue wasn't just the inheritance—it was the quality of her marriage. The fact that she didn't feel safe sharing this information was a red flag. "This isn't just a precarious relationship. This is a horrible relationship," Dave said.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Protecting Her Money Without Hiding It</h2>
While Dave refused to encourage deception, he did offer Jean sound legal advice. He suggested she <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/03/37593532/estate-planning-why-you-may-want-to-consider-a-trust-instead-of-a-will">create a trust</a> and a will to make sure her children got the money. He also recommended talking to an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/03/37593532/estate-planning-why-you-may-want-to-consider-a-trust-instead-of-a-will">estate planning attorney</a> to make sure everything was done properly.
"If you do what I'm talking about," Dave assured her, "he has absolutely no access to the money unless you give it to him."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Small Compromises Create Big Problems</h2>
Beyond the financial advice, Dave and his co-host dug into a deeper issue—how Jean ended up in such an unhealthy relationship after 50 years. They emphasized that major life problems don't appear overnight. They result from small compromises, lack of communication, and avoiding difficult conversations for years.
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By degrees, people allow bad situations to grow until one day, they find themselves stuck, feeling powerless. This applies not only to relationships but also to finances, careers, and personal growth. You don't just wake up in a bad place—it happens little by little when you stop being intentional.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Face Issues Head-On</h2>
Jean's story serves as a cautionary tale for anyone avoiding difficult conversations. Whether it's about money, marriage, or personal growth, ignoring problems won't make them disappear—it only makes them worse.
Dave encouraged Jean to seek counseling, talk to her pastor, and get support from people who could help her make real changes. The inheritance might have sparked the call, but the real issue was much deeper.
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The Trump administration plans to overhaul food assistance programs, with the new Department of Agriculture leadership promising to fix what they call Biden-era &#8220;financial mismanagement&#8221; of food benefits.
Kailee Buller, the new USDA chief of staff, accused former department Secretary Tom Vilsack of putting politics over commonsense in managing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. "Make no mistake, Secretary Vilsack and Deputy Under Secretary Stacy Dean put politics over commonsense, ignoring scores of USDA financial analysts and policy experts," Buller <a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/newsroom/usda-0020.25">said in a statement</a>. "The Trump Administration will immediately correct this egregious action, making certain material weaknesses like this do not happen again."
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However, Buller did not provide specifics on a General Accounting Office review findings or how the administration intends to fix the alleged mismanagement.
The criticism comes as House Republicans propose $230 billion in cuts across USDA programs. The reductions would likely decrease current benefit levels, not just expand work requirements, <a href="https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/02/12/congress/house-gop-budget-targets-snap-cuts-00203872">according to Politico</a>.
<a href="http://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap#:~:text=SNAP%20is%20the%20Nation's%20largest,Federal%20cost%20of%20%24112.8%20billion.">According to the USDA</a>, SNAP served an average of 42.1 million Americans monthly in fiscal year 2023, accounting for about 68% of USDA nutrition spending. Nearly 40% of recipients in 2022 were children, with 11.6% under age 5 and 28% between ages 5 and 17. The program provides critical food benefits to supplement the grocery budgets of low-income families.
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The Biden administration had increased benefits by updating the Thrifty Food Plan to reflect current food prices and dietary guidance, <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/trump-administration-announces-plans-snap-benefit-reform-2030452">according to Newsweek</a>. Republican lawmakers opposed the move, with House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn Thompson (R-PA) attempting to restrict USDA&#8217;s authority to revise the plan in his proposed 2024 Farm Bill.
&#8220;This is not about &#8216;cutting waste, fraud, and abuse.&#8217; It&#8217;s about slashing benefits for working-class Americans to pay for tax breaks for the ultra-rich,&#8221; <a href="https://x.com/RoKhanna/status/1889824185251160172">Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) posted on X</a>. Experts at the Center for American Progress warn that the Republican-controlled Congress will likely target the critical food aid program.
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The proposed cuts face resistance from some Republicans in competitive districts concerned about impacts on low-income families ahead of 2026 midterms. States with the highest percentage of SNAP recipients in 2023 included Oregon, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Illinois, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
The department faces additional changes under Trump. On Monday, it terminated 18 contracts totaling $9 million as part of Elon Musk&#8216;s government efficiency initiatives, while reportedly removing climate change references from its website. The USDA has also seen climate program funding slashed.
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A simple pizza delivery turned into an incredible story of generosity after a 20-year-old driver braved a snowstorm to deliver an order—only to get a measly $2.15 tip from a customer in an affluent neighborhood.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The $2 Tip That Started It All</h2>
On Jan. 11, Lt. Richard Craig—known as Officer Craig on TikTok—was on duty in Brownsburg, Indiana, when he spotted Connor Stephanoff trekking through the snow in sneakers and sweatpants, carrying a pizza. Curious about his situation, Craig asked how much he got tipped.
"Two dollars," Stephanoff answered. Craig was floored. "Man, cold-blooded! Two dollars!" he exclaimed in disbelief.
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Realizing the harsh conditions Stephanoff was working in, Craig gave him $15 of his own money and posted the encounter on TikTok. The <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@officercraig/video/7458528700187839775">video</a>, showing Stephanoff trudging through deep snow after parking his car nearly half a mile away, quickly went viral, racking up thousands of views and comments from outraged viewers.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Turning Frustration Into Action</h2>
Craig couldn't shake the unfairness of the situation, so he launched a <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-rockstar-pizza-drivers-dedication">GoFundMe campaign</a> on Jan. 12 titled "Support Rockstar Pizza Driver's Dedication." He initially hoped to raise just $500 to reward Stephanoff's dedication.
"I would LOVE to raise at least $500 for this guy!" Craig wrote in the fundraiser description, praising Stephanoff's work ethic and commitment despite the harsh conditions.
But the internet had bigger plans.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Over $45K Raised in Weeks</h2>
In just over a month, donations exploded past $45,000, with more than 2,100 people chipping in. The highest donation—$1,500 from an anonymous donor—was just one example of how much support Stephanoff received from strangers who were touched by his story.
Comments flooded in, with one donor writing: "This story made my day! Keep working hard, pizza delivery guy! You're the kind of person that makes this world go ‘round." Others shared their own experiences as former delivery drivers, emphasizing how rare such dedication is these days. &#8220;I'm gonna do what that pizza customer should have done that day. Props to you for keeping cool regardless of their horrible treatment. Never stop being the amazing person that you are. I see you.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Life-Changing Outcome</h2>
Stephanoff, who borrows his grandmother's car to make deliveries, <a href="http://today.com/">told Today.com</a> that he now plans to use the funds to buy his own car, help his grandmother with bills, and, if there's anything left, pursue a college degree in history or business.
Reflecting on the unexpected generosity, he said, "Oh, this is real!" when he saw the donations rolling in. Meanwhile, Craig summed up the entire experience with a simple truth: "Good things come to good people who do the right thing."
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'Man, Cold-Blooded! Two Dollars!' — Officer Steps Up And Crowdfunds $45K For Pizza Driver Who Got A Shockingly Low Tip In Snowstorm

Gerber Kawasaki Wealth &amp; Investment Management CEO Ross Gerber, a Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shareholder, anticipates a 50% plummet in the stock&#8217;s price this year.
What Happened: Gerber had earlier offloaded approximately $60 million worth of Tesla shares, citing concerns over the company&#8217;s dwindling popularity. 
Despite a brief spike following the 2024 election, Tesla&#8217;s shares have witnessed a 16% decline this year and have fallen 4% since Gerber&#8217;s remarks in December.
In his conversation <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-stock-price-2025-outlook-crash-elon-musks-gerber-tsla-2025-2">with</a> Insider, Gerber detailed four reasons behind his pessimistic forecast for Tesla. He expressed skepticism over Elon Musk&#8216;s ambitious goal of rolling out an autonomous taxi network in Austin, Texas, by June.
&#8220;All of this stuff is going to come to roost this year because he put this deadline on full self driving working in a couple months. It almost seems impossible for that to happen,&#8221; Gerber told the outlet. 
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He also voiced concerns about Tesla&#8217;s self-driving platform, which depends on cameras rather than LIDAR sensors.
Gerber also indicated that Musk&#8217;s emphasis on AI could prove harmful to Tesla. He suggested that Tesla&#8217;s primary business of car sales is slowing down due to rising competition from BYD, the world&#8217;s largest EV manufacturer based in China. 
&#8220;His 100% focus is on AI, and that&#8217;s really a detriment to Tesla more than it&#8217;s a plus for xAI and all the other businesses because he doesn&#8217;t work at Tesla anymore,&#8221; Gerber said. &#8220;If he were putting all of his time into full self-driving, I&#8217;d feel a lot more confident about Tesla.&#8221;
He also underscored the potential backlash Tesla may face owing to Musk&#8217;s close ties with President Donald Trump.
&#8220;What this does is it creates this anger. I&#8217;ve never seen this anger towards Tesla, but it&#8217;s not toward Tesla as the company, it&#8217;s because of Elon, this is the only way people can take it out,&#8221; Gerber added.
Gerber&#8217;s bearish perspective is echoed by several prominent Wall Street firms, including JPMorgan, which has set&nbsp;a $135 price target for&nbsp;Tesla stock, indicating a potential 60% downside from its current levels.
Why It Matters: Gerber&#8217;s prediction comes at a time when Tesla&#8217;s stock performance has been under scrutiny. The company&#8217;s shares have been on a downward trajectory this year, and Gerber&#8217;s comments add to the growing concerns about Tesla&#8217;s future prospects. 
His concerns about Tesla&#8217;s autonomous driving platform and the potential backlash due to Musk&#8217;s association with President Trump underscore the challenges that Tesla may face in the coming years.
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Former Tesla Booster Now Warns Stock Faces Major Pain in 2025

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has reportedly withdrawn its most secure cloud storage service, Advanced Data Protection (ADP), from the UK after the British government <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43554574/apple-faces-mounting-pressure-from-uk-government-to-grant-spying-access-to-encrypted-data-of-users-worldwide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">demanded secret access to user data</a>.
The decision follows an order under the UK&#8217;s Investigatory Powers Act, which would have required Apple to provide a &#8220;backdoor&#8221; to iPhone backups and cloud data, enabling law enforcement to access information otherwise protected by encryption, The Financial Times reports.
The company stated that it could no longer offer ADP to new UK users, and current users would eventually be forced to disable the feature, the report further noted, citing a statement from Apple.
Since the service was introduced in December 2022, British Apple users had to opt in to benefit from the advanced security.
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The British government&#8217;s request to access encrypted data through a &#8220;backdoor&#8221; has drawn criticism, with experts warning it would undermine online privacy and security for UK users, BBC reports.
Prof Alan Woodward, a cybersecurity expert, called the move an &#8220;act of self-harm,&#8221; as BBC dds, while online privacy advocate Caro Robson labeled it as an unprecedented step for a company to pull a product rather than comply with a government directive.
This development highlights the tension between national security demands and digital privacy rights, raising concerns over the global impact of such policies on technology companies.
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Singer-songwriter John Legend famously sang, &#8220;We&#8217;re just ordinary people,&#8221; but he and his wife, Chrissy Teigen, have far-from-ordinary bank accounts.
It&#8217;s just as well because after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/43300232/rebuilding-la-could-take-up-to-a-decade-according-to-experts-heres-what-a-new-la-could-look-like">L.A. wildfires</a>, the soulful crooner, 46, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/john-legend-my-favorite-dream-7b77f0af?mod=real-estate_lead_pos1">told The Wall Street Journal</a>, the family is considering saying goodbye to the West Coast and returning to New York.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Collective Trauma</h2>
&#8220;Watching TV in the family room, our fears grew. When the Sunset fire began to expand on Jan. 9, the danger felt too close for comfort,&#8221; he told The Journal. &#8220;That night, my wife and I gathered our four kids, four dogs, and bearded dragon and drove south to a hotel in Carlsbad. We didn&#8217;t return until the following week,&#8221; he said. &#8220;Our home was safe, but many weren&#8217;t so fortunate, and the threat still looms. The fires were a collective trauma that shook everyone, including our kids.&#8221;
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Legend added, &#8220;Chrissy and I have always considered returning to New York, where we once lived. We probably will, once our youngest ones grow up a bit.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">$100 Million Couple</h2>
The Ivy League-educated singer, who graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, and his wife are estimated to have a net worth that hovers around $100 million, according to multiple websites, the accuracy of which cannot be verified. The following calculations help shed light on this lofty number.
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<li>They have an expansive real estate portfolio, including a $5.1 million West Hollywood home and a $17.5 million <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/25/01/43345883/drake-seeking-high-rolling-tenant-at-250k-monthly-for-beverly-hills-mansion">Beverly Hills</a> mansion. They sold their two New York City penthouses for <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/25/realestate/john-legend-chrissy-teigen-nolita-penthouses.html#:~:text=Big%20Ticket-,John%20Legend%20and%20Chrissy%20Teigen%20Sell%20a%20Pair%20of%20Penthouses,sold%20for%20around%20%2456%20million.">$16.8 Million</a> in June 2022.</li>
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<li>Another source of income not usually mentioned in net worth round-ups is Legend&#8217;s music publishing. In 2022,<a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2022-01-06/john-legend-sells-music-catalog-joining-dylan-and-springsteen#:~:text=KKR%20has%20spent%20heavily%20since,music%20being%20performed%20via%20streaming.%E2%80%9D"> he sold the rights to his music</a> to an alliance of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/25/02/43626316/comparing-kkr-with-industry-competitors-in-capital-markets-industry">KKR</a> &amp; Co. and BMG. The financial terms were not disclosed.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">One Of The World's Highest Paid Models</h2>
In 2017, Forbes estimated that Teigen was one of the highest-paid models in the world, earning<a href="https://www.forbes.com/pictures/59f65cc231358e542c04644e/3-chrissy-teigen-1/"> $13.5 million</a>. The following year, she made<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/natalierobehmed/2018/12/13/highest-paid-models-2018-kendall-jenner-leads-with-22-5-million/"> $11.5 million</a>—largely from endorsements, TV hosting, social media, and cookbooks. Based on her yearly revenue, her contribution to the family coffers is not insubstantial, which puts these ordinary people into a very extraordinary wealth bracket.
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John Legend & Chrissy Teigen Plan To Quit LA For New York After Wildfires. They Can Take Their Pick With $100 Million Fortune

The Supreme Court has rejected a plea by President Donald Trump for an immediate dismissal of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43758634/mary-trump-warns-dni-gabbard-could-lead-to-catastrophic-outcome-a-known-russian-asset-defender-of-murderous-dictator-assad">Office of Special Counsel chief Hampton Dellinger</a>.
What Happened: The Supreme Court has denied Trump&#8217;s appeal to immediately fire Dellinger, who is responsible for protecting government whistleblowers. This decision allows Dellinger to maintain his position for a few more days.
A report <a href="https://www.mediaite.com/news/denied-trump-emergency-appeal-to-fire-watchdog-immediately-rejected-in-unsigned-supreme-court-order/">by</a> Mediaite says Trump had dismissed Dellinger via a direct email two weeks ago. However, U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson quickly ordered his reinstatement following a lawsuit filed by Dellinger.
Last Friday, the Supreme Court upheld Judge Jackson&#8217;s Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against Trump&#8217;s motion to vacate the order. The unsigned order was based on the fact that the TRO is due to expire in a few days.
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The order also pointed out that while the&nbsp;Court typically does not have&nbsp;appellate jurisdiction over TROs, the&nbsp;Government urged it to interpret&nbsp;the TRO as a preliminary&nbsp;injunction or to exercise jurisdiction&nbsp;under the All Writs Act&nbsp;due to the restrained core executive power.
Justices Neil Gorsuch and Samuel Alito dissented.
Why It Matters: This decision is significant as it highlights the ongoing legal battles involving the former president. The Supreme Court&#8217;s decision to uphold the TRO against Trump&#8217;s motion to vacate the order underscores the judiciary&#8217;s role in checking executive power. 
The case also brings to light the importance of the Office of Special Counsel in safeguarding government whistleblowers, a role that has been under scrutiny during Trump&#8217;s presidency. 
The decision to allow Dellinger to retain his position, albeit temporarily, is a testament to the checks and balances inherent in the U.S. legal system.
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President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in his ability to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to release thousands of Ukrainian children who have been kidnapped amid the ongoing conflict.
What Happened: Trump voiced his belief during a conversation with&nbsp;Fox News <a href="https://radio.foxnews.com/2025/02/21/president-donald-trump-on-his-frustration-with-zelenskyy/">Radio</a>. He said, &#8220;I&nbsp;believe I could, yes. I&nbsp;didn't know too much about&nbsp;it. I&nbsp;was hearing about it yesterday.&nbsp;It's pretty tough stuff, but&nbsp;I believe I could do&nbsp;that.&#8221;
The pro-Kyiv non-profit&nbsp;Razom for Ukraine&nbsp;has reported that Russian forces have kidnapped&nbsp;19,546 Ukrainian children since 2022.&nbsp;The United Nations Commission of&nbsp;Inquiry on Ukraine stated in 2023 that the majority of these children were taken from Russian-controlled territories in eastern Ukraine and moved further into Russia.
Some of these children were granted Russian citizenship and put into foster care, while others have&nbsp;lost all contact with their&nbsp;biological families. Parents have reported to&nbsp;the UN commission that their&nbsp;children are being subjected to mistreatment, including physical abuse and being forced to wear unclean clothes.
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According to the report <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/02/21/us-news/trump-i-believe-i-could-convince-putin-to-free-thousands-of-kidnapped-ukrainian-kids/">by </a>New York Post, the commission has termed Russia&#8217;s child deportation practices as a &#8220;war crime&#8221; and a breach of international humanitarian law, calling on&nbsp;Moscow to release all Ukrainian&nbsp;deportees and detainees.
While some children have been returned to Ukraine through successful charity operations, thousands still remain in enemy territory.&nbsp;Mykola Murskyj, advocacy director of&nbsp;Razom for Ukraine, underscored the seriousness of the situation, stating, &#8220;Trafficking&nbsp;children goes against everything we&nbsp;stand for as America. We&nbsp;cannot and must not falter&nbsp;in our fight against evil.&#8221;
Why It Matters: This development comes amidst a backdrop of escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in Europe. The kidnapping and mistreatment of Ukrainian children by Russian forces has been a significant point of contention, with international bodies and non-profits alike condemning the actions as war crimes. 
Trump&#8217;s assertion that he could influence Putin to release these children, if true, could potentially lead to a significant breakthrough in this humanitarian crisis. 
However, the actual feasibility and potential implications of such an intervention remain to be seen.
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Trump Says He Could Influence Putin To Free Kidnapped Ukrainian Children: 'It's Pretty Tough Stuff, But I Believe I Could Do That'

Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban is raising the alarm about a brewing battle that he believes will reshape the future of power in the U.S. In a series of recent Bluesky <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liaw4s65c22z">posts</a>, Cuban predicted that the biggest showdown yet will be between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, with AI at the center of the fight.
According to Cuban, AI is quickly becoming the most powerful tool in the world, rivaling even military strength. He believes that the next U.S. president must be technologically competent to keep the country competitive, especially as AI continues to evolve.
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Cuban envisions Musk pushing AI-driven automation in ways that directly conflict with Trump's desire to control certain aspects of governance. "Elon will try to implement AI in a manner that automates much of what Trump is now trying to control. Trump will have no understanding of what is going on and will have to turn to the AI oligarchs to support him in this battle," Cuban <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liay2ghdec2o">warned</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Battle of Business and Politics</h2>
Cuban doesn't just see this as a political fight—he believes it will be the greatest business battle in history. If Musk ever attempts to integrate AI into federal processes, a war between AI companies will erupt over which firms secure government contracts. "The battle will be fought over which company's AI will be used by the feds. This is a zero-sum battle that will create more chaos than this country has ever seen," he said.
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Apparently, trillions of dollars are at stake. Cuban <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liaw4s6e4s2z">noted</a> that major tech companies—Meta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), OpenAI, Anthropic, and Musk's ventures—are all vying for control. "This is a zero-sum game and the exact reason <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43056464/giving-millions-and-kissing-the-ring-when-trillions-are-at-stake-is-nothing-says-mark-cuban-explaining-why-big-tech-supports-trump">every tech bro has kissed the ring</a>. We are talking tens of TRILLIONS IN MARKET CAP."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI's Unpredictable Future</h2>
Cuban has long expressed concerns about <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42235738/in-just-16-months-elon-musk-achieved-with-xai-what-took-openai-nearly-nine-years-to-accomplish">AI's rapid development</a>, saying that unlike past technological revolutions, it's nearly impossible to predict where AI will take us. "I've <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/10/41234173/how-mark-cuban-turned-broadcast-com-into-5-7b-sale-we-were-the-youtube-of-our-day">been in technology for a long time</a>, and you can always look at a new tech, PCs, networks, the internet, streaming, whatever, and say, ‘OK, in five years, this is what's going to happen, right,' and have a good sense. With AI, you can't do that," <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/08/40431659/mark-cuban-says-everybodys-chasing-power-and-nothing-will-give-you-more-power-than-military-and-ai">he explained</a>.
Despite the uncertainty, Cuban is certain that the U.S. is the leader in AI development and must hold onto that advantage. Countries are now competing not just for better technology but for control over algorithms, which shape public opinion and decision-making. "If you want to influence somebody, just manipulate the algorithm, and you'll get their attention," he said.
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Americans&#8217; confidence in the economy remains in solidly negative territory as Gallup&#8217;s Economic Confidence Index (ECI) holds <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/657044/economic-confidence-index-steady-february.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">steady </a>at -19 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/02/43827291/exclusive-will-trumps-tariffs-hurt-or-help-stock-market-59-say-this" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">for February, the same as January</a>.
This index measures both public evaluations of current economic conditions and their outlook on the economy&#8217;s future.
The February survey reveals a shift in how Americans view the current state of the economy.
While 20% still consider it &#8220;excellent&#8221; or &#8220;good,&#8221; this is down from 26% in January.
On the flip side, the number of people labeling the economy as &#8220;poor&#8221; dropped from 40% to 33%, with a notable increase in those describing conditions as &#8220;only fair,&#8221; which now stands at 45%, up from 33% last month.
Meanwhile, according to the University of Michigan&#8217;s monthly consumer <a href="http://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/">survey</a>, consumer confidence took a significant dip in February, marking a nearly 10% decline from January.
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The Consumer Sentiment Index fell from 71.7 in January to 64.7 in February.
This sharp decrease is largely attributed to consumer concerns over tariff hikes and their potential impact on inflation, The Hill <a target="_blank" href="https://thehill.com/business/5157665-consumer-confidence-dips-in-trumps-first-month-as-tariff-threats-drive-inflation-fears/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
In early February, President Donald Trump approved a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, which were eventually delayed after both countries took steps to curb the flow of drugs at their borders.
Additionally, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, raised aluminum tariffs to 25%, and reinstated the full power of steel tariffs. These actions sparked worries about rising inflation, with inflation expectations for the next year jumping from 3.3% to 4.3%, while long-term inflation expectations increased from 3.2% to 3.5%.
Alongside the rise in inflation expectations, the consumer price index also showed an uptick, rising 3% year-over-year in January, up from 2.9% in December.
This marked the fourth consecutive month of inflation growth, The Hill adds.
The survey also revealed a partisan split in consumer sentiment. Both Democrats and independents saw a decline in sentiment, while Republicans&#8217; views remained largely unchanged.
Similarly, inflation expectations rose among Democrats and independents but fell slightly for Republicans.
In a recent <a target="_blank" href="https://emersoncollegepolling.com/february-2025-national-poll-trump-presidential-approval-at-48-musk-doge-job-approval-at-41/" rel="noreferrer noopener">poll </a>by Emerson College, Trump&#8217;s approval rating stood at 48%, with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43847433/trump-approval-rating-declines-in-february-unpopular-domestic-and-foreign-policy-ideas" rel="noreferrer noopener">42% disapproving of his performance</a>.
Despite strong approval for his election win in January, his recent tariff decisions and exploration of territorial expansion have seen a decrease in support, particularly concerning their potential impact on the stock market.
This shift in consumer sentiment highlights growing concerns over economic policies and inflation.
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North Korea&#8217;s infamous Lazarus Group is suspected to be the mastermind behind the $1.4 billion Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) hack on cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, as per findings from blockchain data platform Arkham Intelligence.
What Happened:&nbsp;According to the report, Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored hacking organization from North Korea, is believed to have pilfered&nbsp;over $1.4 billion worth of&nbsp;Ethereum and related tokens from Bybit last Friday. 
This suspicion was drawn from on-chain data analysis that linked the activity to previous attacks associated with the Lazarus Group.
The link was established by an anonymous on-chain investigator known as ZachXBT, who has a history of solving numerous crypto hacks. His report included a detailed analysis of test transactions, connected wallets used before the exploit, and several forensic graphs and timing analyses, reports <a href="https://decrypt.co/307304/north-korea-lazarus-group-bybit-hack-arkham">reports</a> Decrypt.
Arkham Intelligence&nbsp;had previously announced a bounty of nearly $30,000 in ARKM tokens for information leading to the identification of the hackers behind the massive Bybit hack. The hack not only impacted Bybit but also sent shockwaves through the crypto markets.
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The Lazarus Group, a collective of&nbsp;North Korean state-sponsored crypto hackers,&nbsp;is considered one&nbsp;of the most sophisticated on-chain&nbsp;operators globally. 
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Last year, they reportedly stole&nbsp;over $1.3 billion from various&nbsp;projects, accounting for 61% of all illicitly obtained crypto&nbsp;in 2024, according to Chainalysis.
Currently, the specifics of the recent hack, the&nbsp;largest in crypto history based&nbsp;on asset prices at the&nbsp;time of the incident, remain unclear. 
Bybit claimed that the exploit involved a &#8220;sophisticated attack&#8221;&nbsp;that masked the signing interface&nbsp;of a multi-signature transaction, making&nbsp;a hacker-controlled wallet appear as&nbsp;the intended recipient address.
Why It Matters: The magnitude of this hack underscores the growing threat of state-sponsored cybercrime in the crypto space. The Lazarus Group&#8217;s suspected involvement highlights the sophistication and scale of such operations. 
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the security vulnerabilities inherent in the crypto market and the need for robust security measures to protect against such sophisticated attacks.
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Buyer's remorse frequently accompanies large purchases, particularly if you don't have the financial means to make that purchase. Personal finance expert <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43086362/retiring-with-zero-money-and-a-nice-paid-for-house-is-not-a-plan-dave-ramsey-tells-59-year-old-with-no-retirement-savings">Dave Ramsey</a> stands by a simple rule to determine whether an abnormal purchase or charitable donation is too much.&nbsp;
"We use the burn the money in the middle of the floor thing," Ramsey said on The Ramsey Show. "If I took this much money and set fire to it, does my life change? If the answer is yes, then it&#8217;s too expensive."
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It's no secret that Ramsey is a fan of budgeting. He consistently emphasizes the importance of this exercise, especially when it comes to making large purchases. In a recent <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1005173921662454">Facebook post</a>, he wrote, &#8220;There&#8217;s nothing wrong with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43443687/dave-ramsey-says-if-you-want-to-waste-5000-a-year-spend-13-70-a-day-on-things-you-dont-need">spending money</a> on things you enjoy &#8211; just make sure you&#8217;ve planned for it! That plan is called a budget.&#8221;&nbsp;
By mapping out expenses ahead of time, individuals can ensure they are spending within their means and not jeopardizing their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43499935/worldwide-57-expect-the-next-generation-to-be-worse-off-financially-what-drives-this-economic-pessimism">financial stability</a>.
Many Americans struggle with buyer's remorse, often due to impulse purchases or unnecessary spending. A <a href="https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-have-experienced-buyers-remorse">2023 Google/Ipsos poll</a> found that:
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<li>The primary reason for regretting a purchase is realizing they didn't need the item (62%).</li>
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In the poll, respondents were asked about tips to avoid buyer's remorse. Over half of Americans (53%) believe that one way to combat regret is by price comparing across retailers. Comparatively, 47% agree that adequate research for products can help alleviate buyer's remorse.&nbsp;
Ramsey's approach aligns with this mindset—by evaluating the true impact of a purchase or donation, individuals can avoid spending decisions they may later regret.
While Ramsey advocates for financial discipline, he also acknowledges the importance of allowing some discretionary spending. In <a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/budgeting/fun-money-in-budget">an article</a> on Ramsey Solutions, they explained that budgeting for &#8220;fun money&#8221; ensures people can enjoy occasional indulgences without derailing their financial goals.&nbsp;
"We talk a lot about goals and how they need to be the perfect balance of empowering and realistic," Ramsey Solutions wrote. "Fun money helps you with the realistic side because it lets you stick to your goals and have a treat every now and then. Fun money also helps you remember a budget isn't all about restrictions."
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The key is to set a fixed amount and stick to it—once the fun money is spent, it's gone. This helps maintain financial balance while still allowing for small luxuries.
Charitable giving is also an important value for many, including Ramsey, but he advises people to ensure their generosity aligns with their financial situation. If giving away a certain amount would create financial strain, it may be too much. Instead, he recommends planning for generosity within a budget, just as one would for other expenses.
Ramsey's approach to evaluating major purchases and donations is rooted in financial responsibility and intentionality. By using a budget, planning ahead, and considering the impact of an expense, individuals can make confident financial choices without experiencing regret. For those looking to apply Ramsey's principles, his straightforward test serves as a practical guide: if losing the money would negatively impact your <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/02/36960367/average-person-believes-financial-happiness-comes-with-a-1-2-million-price-tag-revealing-money-c">financial well-being</a>, it's likely too much to spend.
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Investor and author Robert Kiyosaki, has predicted a &#8220;giant crash&#8221; in the market. Despite this, he is confident that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43423389/robert-kiyosaki-predicts-gold-silver-bitcoin-crash-over-trumps-tariffs-says-its-a-buying-moment">will be the first to recover</a>.
What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki anticipates a significant market crash that will impact all major assets, including&nbsp;stocks, bonds, real estate, gold,&nbsp;silver, and Bitcoin. However, he strongly believes in Bitcoin&#8217;s resilience, asserting that it&nbsp;will be the fastest to&nbsp;recover and hit new highs.
In the post Kiyosaki revealed his post-crash strategy on buying more Bitcoin. He said, despite the impending crash, he has no plans to sell his &#8220;digital gold.&#8221; Instead, he intends to &#8220;back up the truck and&nbsp;buy more&#8221; if Bitcoin&#8217;s price plummets.
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Kiyosaki&#8217;s confidence in Bitcoin is apparent in his social media posts. Earlier this month, he encouraged his followers to start accumulating gold, silver, and Bitcoin, while criticizing the U.S. dollar as &#8220;fake.&#8221; 
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He argues that owning gold and Bitcoin is a smarter and safer strategy than saving dollars.
As of the time of writing, Bitcoin has rebounded by 1.65% in the past 24 hours, moving from $96,870 to $98,540.
Why It Matters: Kiyosaki&#8217;s prediction comes at a time when Bitcoin&#8217;s volatility has been a cause for concern among investors. 
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Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has a warning for workers across America: If Elon Musk can fire hundreds of thousands of federal employees without cause, private sector workers could be next.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Billionaire Power and Its Consequences</h2>
In a recent <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1890894754423910412">post on X</a>, Sanders put it bluntly: &#8220;Today, it's federal workers. Tomorrow, it's &#x2A;your&#x2A; job. That's what oligarchy is about.&#8221;
Sanders has long criticized the growing influence of billionaires in politics and the economy, but he says Musk has made it clearer than ever. In an <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Txe2Zu3QbNU">interview</a> with Brian Tyler Cohen, Sanders argued that Musk's power goes beyond business—he's now shaping government itself.
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&#8220;Everybody has got to understand this is the wealthiest guy in the world right now, worth over $400 billion,&#8221; Sanders said. &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43582376/not-a-bad-return-on-his-investment-bernie-sanders-says-elon-musk-spent-277-million-to-elect-trump-and-made-154-billion-since-election-day">Musk put over $270 million</a> into Trump&#8217;s campaign and guess what? He's now the most important person in government. What does that sound like to you? Does that sound like a democracy&#8230; or is it really an oligarchy doing the bidding of the very richest people?&#8221;
Sanders pointed to Trump's budget priorities, which include massive tax cuts for the wealthy while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43718712/floridas-medicaid-disaster-1-3-million-cut-from-coverage-one-of-the-highest-disenrollment-rates-in-the-u-s">slashing programs like Medicaid</a>, student aid, and other critical support for working families. He sees it as part of a larger strategy where billionaires get richer while everyday Americans struggle.
&#8220;The end goal of oligarchy is to make the richest people who are already phenomenally rich even richer,&#8221; Sanders explained. &#8220;How do you do that? You give them <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43774882/donald-trumps-tax-cut-could-add-46-trillion-to-deficit-says-robert-reich-emphasizing-48-billion-relief-for-top-100-us-firms-via-corporate-tax-cuts">massive tax breaks</a>. And where do you get the money? You cut programs that working people need.&#8221;
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Musk's influence extends far beyond government decisions. Sanders argues that billionaires like Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43072236/biden-warns-of-musk-bezos-zuckerberg-oligarchy-but-is-he-to-blame-mark-cuban-says-president-pushed-t">control not just politics</a> but also the media landscape. &#8220;They will use their enormous media operations they own to deflect attention away from the impact of their policies while they entertain us to death,&#8221; Sanders said in a <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1889341118556274924">video</a> posted on X.
And for those who think these billionaires care about workers? Sanders doesn't buy it. &#8220;Do you think for one second that the oligarchs give a damn about working people? Trust me, they don't.&#8221;
He pointed to Musk's role in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43781034/bill-gates-hopes-elon-musk-will-rethink-slashing-usaid-their-work-is-something-every-taxpayer-would-be-proud-of">dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development</a>, a move that he says will leave thousands of people around the world without food and healthcare. &#8220;They will sacrifice, without hesitation, the well-being of working people to protect their interests.&#8221;
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So what's the solution? Sanders calls for unity among workers of all backgrounds—Black, white, Latino, urban, rural, young, old—to fight back against billionaire control. &#8220;The oligarchs' nightmare is that we will not allow ourselves to be divided up&#8230; and that we'll together have the courage to take them on.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mass Firings Shake Federal Workforce</h2>
Sanders' warning comes as the Trump administration, with Musk's influence, has begun a sweeping purge of federal employees. More than 9,500 workers across departments like Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Interior, Health and Human Services, and Energy have been fired. Another <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43801494/fork-in-the-road-75000-federal-workers-took-musks-offer-but-was-it-enough">75,000 have taken a buyout</a>, representing 3% of the 2.3 million civilian workforce. Many of the job cuts have targeted probationary employees with fewer protections.
The Trump administration claims these cuts are necessary to curb government waste, but Democrats argue they overstep Congress's authority on federal spending.
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In his latest annual letter to shareholders, Warren Buffett celebrated 60 years of steering the ship at Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>). He also expressed confidence in the company&#8217;s future under the leadership of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43769996/what-does-warren-buffett-know-that-we-dont-investors-are-paying-attention">chosen successor Greg Abel</a>.
What Happened: Buffett&#8217;s <a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">letter</a>, which was released on Saturday, chronicled the journey of Berkshire Hathaway from a floundering textile company to a powerful conglomerate. While he admitted to past errors, he assured shareholders that his choice of Abel as his successor was not one of them.
&#8220;Sometimes I've made mistakes in assessing the future economics of a business I've purchased for Berkshire – each a case of capital allocation gone wrong. That happens with both judgments about marketable equities – we view these as partial ownership of businesses – and the 100% acquisitions of companies. At other times, I've made mistakes when assessing the abilities or fidelity of the managers Berkshire is hiring. The fidelity disappointments can hurt beyond their financial impact, a pain that can approach that of a failed marriage,&#8221; Buffett wrote. 
&#8220;A decent batting average in personnel decisions is all that can be hoped for. The cardinal sin is delaying the correction of mistakes or what Charlie Munger called &#8216;thumb-sucking.&#8217; Problems, he would tell me, cannot be wished away. They require action, however uncomfortable that may be,&#8221; Buffett mentioned in the letter.
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Buffett praised Abel for his knack for identifying significant investment opportunities. He also pointed out that Berkshire Hathaway now boasts a cash reserve of $334.201 billion, nearly twice the $167.6 billion it had a year ago. 
&#8220;At 94, it won't be long before Greg Abel replaces me as CEO and will be writing the annual letters. Greg shares the Berkshire creed that a "report" is what a Berkshire CEO annually owes to owners. And he also understands that if you start fooling your shareholders, you will soon believe your own baloney and be fooling yourself as well,&#8221; he wrote in the letter. 
"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," Buffett added.
Despite recent challenges in finding major acquisitions, Buffett confirmed that he has no intention of offering a dividend. He also revealed that this year&#8217;s shareholder meeting in May will be shorter than usual, with Buffett and Berkshire&#8217;s two vice chairmen fielding&nbsp;questions from 8 a.m. until&nbsp;1 p.m.
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The significant cash reserves and strategic investments underscore Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s financial strength and its ability to seize investment opportunities. Despite the challenges in finding major acquisitions, Buffett&#8217;s decision not to offer a dividend reflects his confidence in the company&#8217;s growth prospects. 
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화요일(3일) 미국 증시는 혼조세를 보였다. 다우존스 지수는 70포인트 이상 하락한 반면 나스닥과 S&amp;P 500 지수는 각각 0.4%와 0.05% 상승하며 장을 마감했다.
화요일에 소매 투자자와 트레이더들의 주목을 받았던 주요 주식들은 다음과 같다.
1. 팔란티어 테크놀로지스 
화요일 팔란티어 테크놀로지스의 주가는 6.88% 상승하여 70.96달러로 마감했다. 주가는 장중 최고가 71.37달러, 최저가 66.15달러를 기록하며 52주 신고가를 경신했다. 팔란티어는 미국 정부 기관에 안전한 클라우드 서비스를 제공할 수 있도록 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/12/42292744/whats-going-on-with-palantir-technologies-stock-today-9" target="_blank" rel="noopener">연방 클라우드 서비스</a>에 대한 FedRAMP 높은 인증을 받았다고 발표했다.
2. 세일즈포스 
세일즈포스 주가는 0.13% 상승하여 331.43달러에 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 332.80달러, 최저가는 323.65달러를 기록했다. 세일즈포스는 3분기 매출이 94억 4,000만 달러로 애널리스트의 예상을 뛰어넘었지만 주당순이익은 예상치를 하회했다. 회사 측은 AI 발전에 힘입어 잉여현금흐름이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42302924/salesforce-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-free-cash-flow-up-30-ai-driving-groundbreaking-transformation-and-more" target="_blank" rel="noopener">30% 증가했다고</a> 강조했다.
3. 옥타 
옥타 주가는 1.06% 상승하여 81.71달러로 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 81.88달러, 최저가는 79.58달러였다. 옥타는 매출과 주당순이익 모두 예상치를 상회하는 강력한 3분기 실적을 발표했다. 옥타의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42303322/okta-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-strong-guidance-shares-surge" target="_blank" rel="noopener">가이던스</a>는 여전히 견고하여 투자자들의 신뢰를 높였다.
4. 메타 플랫폼스
메타 플랫폼스 주가는 3.51% 상승하여 613.65달러에 마감했다. 주가는 최고가 614.20달러, 최저가 591.25달러를 기록했다. 메타는 글로벌 선거 기간 동안 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42302411/meta-platforms-talks-political-misinformation-content-moderation-in-latest-blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">콘텐츠 중재</a>에서의 진화하는 역할에 대해 언급했으며, 이는 투자자 심리에 영향을 미쳤을 수 있다.
5. 테슬라 
테슬라의 주가는 1.59% 하락하여 351.42달러로 마감했다. 장중 최고가는 355.69달러, 최저가는 348.2달러를 기록했다. 일론 머스크가 이끄는 테슬라는 <a href="//www.benzinga.com/24/12/42283708/tesla-gives-cybertruck-production-line-workers-three-days-off-report"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">최근 보고서에</a> 따르면 사이버트럭 생산 라인 근로자들에게 3일 휴가를 준 것으로 알려졌는데, 이 부분이 주식 실적에 영향을 미쳤을 수 있다. 10월 말부터 사이버트럭 라인 근로자들의 근무 일정이 불규칙적이었다고 한다.
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클라우드 네이티브 사이버 보안 회사 옥타(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>)는 화요일(3일) 장 마감 후 3분기 재무 실적을 발표했다. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42301576/okta-announces-third-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener">실적 보고서 요약은 다음과 같다.</a>
3분기 실적: 옥타의 3분기 매출은 6억 6,500만 달러로 애널리스트 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noopener">예상치</a> 6억 4,970만 달러를 상회했다. <a href="//pro.benzinga.com/"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">벤징가 프로에</a> 따르면 조정 주당순이익은 67센트로 예상치 58센트를 상회했다.
총 수익과 구독 수익은 모두 전년 대비 14% 증가했다. 잔여 이행 의무(remaining performance obligation)는 분기 말 기준 총 36억 6,000만 달러로 전년 대비 19% 증가했다.
영업활동으로 인한 순현금 제공액은 1억 5,900만 달러로 전년 동기 1억 5,400만 달러에서 증가했다. 분기 잉여현금흐름은 1억 5,400만 달러로 전년 동기 1억 5,000만 달러에서 증가했다. 옥타는 22억 5천만 달러의 현금, 현금 등가물 및 단기 투자로 이번 분기를 마감했다.
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옥타의 공동 설립자 겸 CEO인 토드 맥키넌(Todd McKinnon)은 다음과 같이 말했다.
"3분기 견고한 실적은 수익성과 현금 흐름의 지속적인 강세가 뒷받침되었다. 파트너 생태계, 공공 부문, 대형 고객사에 대한 집중적인 투자가 비즈니스에서 구체화되고 있으며 각 분야가 매출 성장에 의미 있게 기여하고 있다.&#8221;
"혁신과 신원 보안 향상을 위한 옥타의 노력에 모든 규모의 고객들이 공감하고 있으며, 신원 인프라를 현대화하기 위해 옥타를 찾고 있다.&#8221;
전망: 옥타의 4분기 매출은 6억 6,700만 달러~6억 6,900만 달러로 예상되며, 예상치는 6억 5,664만 달러다. 4분기 조정 주당순이익은 73~74센트로 예상되며, 예상치는 주당 67센트다.
또한 연간 매출은 25억 9,500만 달러~25억 9,700만 달러 사이가 될 것으로 예상하며, 예상치는 25억 6,300만 달러다. 연간 조정 주당순이익은 주당 2.75달러~2.76달러 사이가 될 것으로 예상하며, 예상치는 주당 2.61달러다.
옥타 경영진은 동부 표준시 오후 5시에 애널리스트 및 투자자들과 컨퍼런스 콜을 개최하여 회사의 분기 실적에 대해 자세히 논의할 예정이다.
옥타 주가 움직임: 화요일(3일) 시간외 거래서 14.86% 상승한 93.85달러에 거래되고 있다.
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1. 달러 제너럴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DG#NYSE">DG</a>)의 주식은 회사가 2분기 실적과 매출이 예상보다 저조하게 나타났으며 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40623595" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2024년 가이던스를 하향 조정</a>했다고 발표한 후 32.42% 하락했다. 많은 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40656935" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">주가 목표를 하향 조정</a>했다.
2. 슈퍼 마이크로 컴퓨터(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>)의 주식은 회사가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40602417" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">10-K 제출을 지연할 것이라고 발표</a>한 후 20.21% 하락했다.
3. 옥타(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>)의 주식은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40613044" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2분기 재무 실적</a> 발표 후 18.69% 하락했다. 여러 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40625762" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">회사의 주가 목표를 하향 조정</a>했다.
4. 퓨어 스토리지(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>)의 주식은 회사가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40613896" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2분기 재무 실적</a>을 발표한 후 16.88% 하락했다. 애널리스트들이 주가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pstg/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">목표를 하향 조정</a>했다.
5. 뉴로크린 바이오사이언시스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBIX#NASDAQ">NBIX</a>)의 주식은 15.66% 하락했다. 이 회사는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40632561" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">조현병 성인</a>을 대상으로 한 NBI-1117568(NBI-&#8216;568)의 ​​2상 임상 연구에 대한 주요 데이터를 발표했다.
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7. 달러 트리(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLTR#NASDAQ">DLTR</a>)의 주식은 달러 제너럴이 예상보다 저조한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40625537" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">실적과 2024년 가이던스를 발표</a>한 후 12.18% 하락했다.
8. 테무의 모회사 PDD 홀딩(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>)의 주식은 CEO가 하반기 도전 과제를 강조한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40548945" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2분기 재무 실적</a> 발표 후 12.80% 하락했다.
9. 코인베이스 글로벌(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>)의 주식은 7.71% 하락했다.
10. 마이크로스트레티지(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>)의 주식은 9.76% 하락했다.
추가 읽기:
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<li><a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%ec%96%b4%ed%8e%8c-%eb%b0%8f-%eb%aa%bd%ea%b3%a0db%eb%8a%94-%ec%a7%80%eb%82%9c%ec%a3%bc-%ec%b5%9c%ea%b3%a0-%ec%84%b1%ea%b3%bc%eb%a5%bc-%eb%b3%b4%ec%97%ac%ec%a4%80-10%ea%b0%9c-%eb%8c%80%ed%98%95/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">어펌 및 몽고DB는 지난주 최고 성과를 보여준 10개 대형주 중 일부 (8월 25일-8월 31일)</a></li>
</ul>
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미국 주식이 금요일에 상승 마감했으며, 다우존스 지수가 거래 중에 새로운 최고가를 경신했다.
월스트리트 분석가들은 매일 새로운 주식을 선택한다. 투자자들에게는 불행하게도 모든 분석가들이 시장 동향을 예측하는 데 특히 인상적인 실적을 가지고 있는 것은 아니다. 단일 주식에 대해서도 애널리스트 등급과 목표 가격이 크게 달라질 수 있어 투자자들은 어떤 애널리스트의 의견을 믿어야 할지 혼란스러워진다.
벤징가(Benzinga)의 애널리스트 레이팅스(Analyst Ratings) API는 Benzinga 뉴스 데스크가 주요 셀사이드(sell-side) 은행들과의 직접적인 파트너십을 통해 선별한 최고 품질의 주식 등급 모음이다. Benzinga는 미국 주식 시장 개장 3시간 전에 매일 밤의 등급 변동을 표시한다. 투자 대시보드 제공업체인 토글AI(Toggle.ai)의 데이터 전문가들은 최근 Benzinga Pro 가입자들과 Benzinga 독자들이 정기적으로 받는 분석가 통찰력(analyst insights)이 주식 시장을 능가하는 거래 지표로 성공적으로 사용될 수 있다는 사실을 발견했다
최고 애널리스트 추천: 다행히도, Benzinga의 독자들은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">애널리스트 주식 평가</a> 페이지를 통해 최신 애널리스트 평가를 접근할 수 있다. 트레이더들이 Benzinga의 방대한 애널리스트 평가 데이터 베이스를 분류하는 방법 중 하나는 애널리스트의 정확성이다. 다음은 Benzinga <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">애널리스트 주식</a> 평가 기준으로 가장 정확한 월스트리트 애널리스트 5명의 최신 주식 추천을 살펴보겠다.
애널리스트: 레오 마리아니(Leo Mariani)
<ul>
<li>애널리스트 회사: 로스 MKM</li>
<li>평가 정확도: 88%</li>
<li>최신 평가: 8월 27일 코테라 에너지(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRA#NYSE">CTRA</a>)에 대한 투자의견을 보류에서 매수로 상향 조정하고 목표 가격을 25달러에서 29달러로 높였다. 이 분석가는 주가 상승 여력이 약 19%라고 보고 있다.</li>
<li>최근 뉴스: 8월 1일, 코테라 에너지는 예상보다 저조한 2분기 재무 결과를 보고했다.</li>
</ul>
애널리스트: 리차드 데이비스(Richard Davis)
<ul>
<li>애널리스트 회사: 캐너코드 제뉴이티(Canaccord Genuity)</li>
<li>평가 정확도: 88%</li>
<li>최신 평가: 옥타(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>)에 대해 보류 등급을 유지하고 8월 29일에 목표 가격을 95달러에서 90달러로 낮췄다. 이 분석가는 주가 상승 여력이 약 14%라고 보고 있다.</li>
<li>최근 뉴스: 8월 28일, 옥타는 주당 72센트의 분기 이익을 발표하여 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치인 주당 61센트를 초과했다.</li>
</ul>
애널리스트: 재커리 파덤(Zachary Fadem)
<ul>
<li>애널리스트 회사: 웰스 파고(Wells Fargo)</li>
<li>평가 정확도: 87%</li>
<li>최신 평가: 베스트 바이(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>)에 대해 동일 가중치 등급을 유지하고 8월 30일 목표 가격을 80달러에서 95달러로 높였다. 이 분석가는 주가가 약 5% 하락할 것으로 보고 있다.</li>
<li>최근 뉴스: 8월 29일, 베스트 바이는 예상보다 좋은 2분기 재무 결과를 발표하고 FY25 실적 가이던스를 상향 조정했다.</li>
</ul>
애널리스트: 윌리엄 스타인(William Stein)
<ul>
<li>애널리스트 회사: 트루이스트 증권(Truist Securities)</li>
<li>평가 정확도: 87%</li>
<li>최신 평가: 엔비디아(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)에 대해 매수 의견을 유지하고 8월 29일 목표 가격을 145달러에서 148달러로 높였다. 이 분석가는 주가가 약 24%의 상승 여력을 보고 있다.</li>
<li>최근 뉴스: 8월 28일, 엔비디아는 2분기 예상보다 좋은 이익과 매출 결과를 발표했다.</li>
</ul>
애널리스트: 트레버 월시(Trevor Walsh)
<ul>
<li>애널리스트 회사: JMP 증권(JMP Securities)</li>
<li>평가 정확도: 86%</li>
<li>최신 평가: 8월 28일, 센티넬원(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>)에 대해 목표 가격 33달러로 마켓 아웃퍼폼(Market Outperform) 평가를 반복했다. 이 분석가는 주가 상승 여력이 약 40%에 달할 것으로 보고 있다.</li>
<li>최근 뉴스: 8월 27일, 센티넬원은 주당 22센트의 분기 GAAP 손실을 보고하여 애널리스트 컨센서스 예상치와 일치했다.</li>
</ul>
자세히 읽기: 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/08/40666406/top-2-real-estate-stocks-that-could-blast-off-this-quarter">이번 분기에 급등할 가능성이 있는 상위 2개 부동산 주식</a></li>
</ul>
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이번 주 월스트리트에서 가장 정확한 분석가들의 추천하는 5주식: 엔비디아, 센티넬원 등

옥타(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>)는 수요일 시장 마감 후 2분기 재무 결과를 발표했다. 이 발표 후 주가는 시간외 거래에서 9% 이상 하락했다. 이번 분기의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/b40611266/okta-announces-second-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener">주요 내용</a>은 다음과 같다.
상세 내용: ID 및 액세스 관리 회사 옥타는 분기별 주당 순이익을 72센트로 보고했는데, 이는 분석가 컨센서스인 61센트를 18.03% 앞선 것이다. 분기별 매출은 6억 4,600만 달러로 컨센서스 예상치를 2.06% 상회했으며 지난해 같은 기간보다 16.19% 증가했다.
<ul>
<li>구독 매출은 6억 3,200만 달러로, 전년 대비 17% 증가했다.</li>
<li>잔여 이행 의무(RPO) 또는 구독 백로그는 35억 5천만 달러로 전년 대비 16% 증가했다.</li>
<li>현재 잔여 이행 의무(cRPO)는 전년 대비 13% 증가한 19억 9,500만 달러를 기록했다.</li>
</ul>
옥타의 CEO이자 공동 창업자인 토드 맥키넌(Todd McKinnon)은 "옥타는 끊임없는 혁신에 집중하고 워크포스 아이덴티티 클라우드(Workforce Identity Cloud) 및 커스터머 아이덴티티 클라우드(Customer Identity Cloud) 내에서 제품 제공을 확장함으로써 ID 보안의 표준을 설정하고 있다"고 말했다.
"우리는 기록적인 수익성을 달성하고 강력한 현금 흐름을 유지하면서 이 모든 제품 혁신을 제공하고 있다. 오늘날의 역동적인 사이버 보안 환경에서 신원 확인은 보안이며 옥타는 고객의 진화하는 요구 사항을 충족할 수 있는 최신 솔루션을 제공하기 위해 최선을 다하고 있다."
다음 읽어볼 기사: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40603612/whats-going-on-with-trump-media-technology-stock-after-new-indictment-against-donald-trump">트럼프 미디어 &amp; 기술 주식이 도널드 트럼프에 대한 새로운 기소 이후에 무슨 일이?</a>
전망: 옥타는 3분기 주당 순이익(EPS)이 주당 57센트에서 58센트, 매출이 6억 4,800만 ~ 6억 5,000만 달러에 이를 것으로 예상한다. 이는 추정치인 55센트 이익과 6억 3,913만 달러 매출을 초과한다.
이 회사는 2025 회계연도 주당 순이익이 2.58달러에서 2.63달러 사이가 될 것으로 예상하며, 이는 2.42달러 예상치에 비해 높다. 2025 회계연도 매출은 25억 5,500만 달러에서 25억 6,500만 달러 사이로 예상되며, 이는 25억 4,000만 달러의 예상치를 초과한다.
OKTA 주가 움직임: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>에 따르면, 옥타의 주식은 수요일 애프터마켓에서 9.17% 하락한 87.69달러에 거래되었다.
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옥타의 주식은 2분기 매출 및 EPS 예상 상회, 사상 최고의 수익성 발표 후 9% 이상 상승

이들 10개 대형주는 지난주 최악의 성과를 거두었다. 그것들이 당신의 포트폴리오에 있나요?
<ol>
<li>허브스팟(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUBS#NYSE">HUBS</a>)의 주가는 다수의 애널리스트들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/hubs/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">목표 주가</a>를 낮추면서 18.89% 하락했다.</li>
<li>윙스톱(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WING#NASDAQ">WING</a>)의 주식은 10.55% 하락했다.</li>
<li>뉴타닉스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTNX#NASDAQ">NTNX</a>)의 주가는 최근 기술 부문의 강세에 따른 매도 가능성으로 인해 9.29% 하락했다.</li>
<li>치폴레 멕시칸 그릴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>)의 주식은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/39673882" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">최근 주식 분할</a>과 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMG/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">최근 분석가</a>의 부분 크기 불일치에 대한 논평으로 인해 지난주 7.64% 하락했다.</li>
<li>델타 항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>)의 주가는 2분기 실적 부진 이후 지난주 6.90% 하락했다. 또한 이 회사는 FY24 전망을 재확인하고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/39726801" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">예상보다 낮은 3분기 EPS 전망</a>을 발표했다.</li>
<li>유나이티드 에어라인 홀딩스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>)의 주가는 2분기 실적이 혼조세를 보인 뒤 하락한 델타항공에 동조해 항공주가 하락하면서 6.07% 하락했다.</li>
<li>넷플릭스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>)의 주가는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/39749651" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">대형 기술주</a> 매도세로 인해 5.74% 하락했다.</li>
<li>먼데이닷컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>)의 주가는 5.04% 하락했다. 울프 리서치(Wolfe Research)는 아웃퍼폼(Outperform) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/mndy/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">등급과 300달러 목표 가격</a>으로 이 주식에 대한 커버리지를 시작했다.</li>
<li>데커스 아웃도어 코퍼레이션(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>)의 주가는 4.91% 하락했다. 이사회는 6대1 주식분할을 승인했다.</li>
<li>몽고DB(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>)의 주가는 최근 업종 강세에 따른 매도 가능성으로 인해 지난 주 4.82% 하락했습니다. 몇몇 분석가들도 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MDB/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">목표 주가를 낮췄다</a>.</li>
</ol>
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옥타(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>)는 수요일 시장 마감 후 회계연도 1분기 재무 결과를 발표했다. 이번 분기의 주요 측정항목과 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OKTA">하이라이트</a>를 살펴보자. 이 회사는 기업들을 위한 ID 관리 플랫폼 제공을 담당하고 있는 기업이다.
1분기 실적: 옥타의 1분기 매출은 6억 1,700만 달러로 전년 대비 19% 증가했으며 분석가 추정치인 6억 433.9만 달러를 앞지르는 수치이다. 이 클라우드 기반 사이버 보안 회사는 <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Benzinga Pro</a> 기준으로 주당 55센트라는 분석가 추정치를 뛰어넘는 조정 이익을 주당 65센트로 보고했다.
구독 매출은 6억 300만 달러로 전년 대비 20% 증가했다. 현재 잔여 이행 의무는 분기 말 기준 총 19억 4,900만 달러로 전년 대비 15% 증가했다.
운영을 통해 제공된 순현금은 2억 1,900만 달러로 전년도 분기의 1억 2,900만 달러보다 증가했다. 이 회사는 해당 분기에 2억 1,400만 달러의 잉여 현금 흐름을 창출했는데, 이는 전년 동기 대비 1억 2,400만 달러에서 증가한 수치이다. 옥타는 23억 2천만 달러의 현금, 등가물 및 단기 투자로 분기를 마감했다.
옥타의 공동 창업자이자 CEO인 토드 맥키넌(Todd McKinnon)은 &#8220;지난 몇 분기 동안 취해온 운영 효율성 조치의 혜택을 계속 누리면서 기록적인 비GAAP 수익성과 현금 흐름으로 새 회계연도를 시작했다&#8221;고 말했다.
전망 (Outlook): 옥타는 회계연도 2분기 매출을 6억 3,100만 달러에서 6억 3,300만 달러로 예상하고 있으며 추정치는 6억 1,582만 4,000만 달러이다. 이 회사는 2분기 조정 이익이 주당 추정치 54센트에 비해 60~61센트로 예상된다.
옥타는 또한 연간 가이던스를 상향 조정했다. 현재 옥타의 연간 매출은 추정치 25억 8천만 달러 대비 25억 3천만~25억 4천만 달러에 이를 것으로 예상된다. 이 회사는 현재 연간 조정 이익이 주당 2.32달러인 추정치에 비해 주당 2.35~2.40달러 사이가 될 것으로 예상하고 있다.
&#8220;옥타의 신원 보안 약속(Secure Identity Commitment)에 대한 발전과 성장하는 제품 파이프라인을 통해 우리는 시장 리더십 위치를 발전시키고 인력 및 고객 ID 시장 모두에서 더 많은 대규모 기회를 확보할 수 있는 좋은 위치를 유지하고 있다&#8221;고 맥키넌이 말했다.
OKTA 주가 움직임: <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/gxjhpowx7zks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">벤징가</a> 프로의 데이터에 의하면, 수요일 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OKTA">옥타</a>의 주식은시간외 거래에서 2.28% 상승한 98.560달러에 거래되었다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/39034047/deepfake-scams-rake-in-millions-cybersecurity-experts-warn-of-escalating-threats">딥 페이크 사기로 수백만 달러 약탈, 사이버 보안 전문가 경고</a>
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