에 대한 최신 뉴스 Xiaomi (OTC:XIACF) 주식

Xiaomi is a technology product and services company founded in early 2010, focusing mainly on smartphones and Internet of Things products and related internet services. An early adopter of online smartphone sales, Xiaomi uses Android as its operating system but has its own customized user interface called MIUI. As competition in its home Chinese smartphone market intensified and growth has slowed, it has expanded into other markets and has become the smartphone market leader in India and is gaining market share in Europe. From 2020 to 2024, from a country perspective, around 50% of its overall revenue was generated in mainland China, down from 94% in 2015. The company listed on the Hong Kong market at the beginning of July 2018.

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중국의 투자 주도 성장 시대가 끝난 것으로 보인다. 이제 중국의 경제 성장은 가계 소비에 의해 주도될 것으로 예상된다. 월요일에 발표된 데이터에 따르면, 2025년 첫 두 달 동안 중국의 소매 판매가 전년 대비 4.0% 증가하여 12월의 3.7% 성장에서 가속화되었다.

중국의 2차 소비의 성장: 주목해야 할 핵심 주식

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벤징가는 지난주 많은 투자자들이 선호하는 주식들의 전망을 조사한 결과를 바탕으로, 다음과 같이 주요 뉴스 몇 가지를 요약했다.
다우, S&amp;P 500 그리고 나스닥이 각각 3.7%, 2.9% 및 2.5% 상승하며 모두 몇 주 만에 가장 강력한 상승폭을 기록했다.

벤징가 불스 앤 베어스: 테슬라, 애플, 메타, 록히드 마틴 및 도지코인 인플루언서

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인터내셔널 데이터 코퍼레이션(International Data Corp: IDC)는 2024년 4분기 전 세계 스마트폰 출하량이 2.4% 증가한 3억 3,170만 대를 기록했다는 예비 데이터를 발표했다. 

IDC 보고서: 2024년 애플의 시장 점유율 감소, 중국 스마트폰 브랜드의 글로벌 성장

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Approximately 10,000 pages of records related to the 1968 assassination of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy (D-N.Y.) have been made public, unearthing the assassin&#8217;s notes and reigniting discussion of the event.
What Happened: The declassified documents include&nbsp;a handwritten note by the&nbsp;convicted assassin, Sirhan Sirhan, expressing that Kennedy &#8220;must be disposed of.&#8221; This revelation is part of a larger disclosure of national secrets mandated by President&nbsp;Donald Trump.
The released files showcase images of Sirhan&#8217;s notes, one of which calls for &#8220;the overthrow of the current president&#8221; of that time, Lyndon Johnson. The documents also bring to light interviews with tourists who had heard whispers about Kennedy&#8217;s assassination weeks before it actually occurred, reports <a href="https://fortune.com/article/rfk-robert-kennedy-assasination-files-fbi-documents-archives-trump/">the </a>Fortune. 
The&nbsp;National Archives and Records Administration&nbsp;has made these files available on its public website. This follows the disclosure of unredacted files pertaining&nbsp;to the 1963 assassination of&nbsp;President John F. Kennedy, which took place last month.
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Trump, who is known for his doubts regarding government intelligence agencies, has been a strong advocate for transparency through the release of such documents. The actions of his administration have opened the door for increased public scrutiny of institutions like&nbsp;the CIA and the FBI.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., applauded&nbsp;Trump and Tulsi Gabbard, the&nbsp;director of national intelligence, for&nbsp;their efforts in releasing these files, stating that it is a crucial step towards rebuilding trust in the American government.
Why It Matters: The release of these documents is significant as it provides new insights into a historical event that has been shrouded in mystery. It not only brings to light the mindset of the assassin but also reveals the existence of rumors about the assassination before it happened. 
This transparency is a step towards restoring public faith in government institutions, a sentiment echoed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Furthermore, it sets a precedent for future disclosures of national secrets, promoting transparency and accountability within the government.
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Donald Trump Just Unveiled 10,000 Pages on RFK Assassination — Here's What They Show

Stock market expert Jon Erlichman recently shared a review of stock returns during the last six U.S. recessions, highlighting those that have performed well in difficult times.
In a video <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27Lm9FH-c70">post</a> and also on X, Erlichman shared his analysis of stock returns during the past six recessions in the U.S.
&#8220;The Great Recession, which was longer from 2007 to 2009. We added in the dot-com recession, the recession in the early 90s, and the recessions in the early 80s. So you look at that, you start to get a better sample size,&#8221; he said. 
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In alphabetical order, he mentioned about stock number one, AutoZone (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</a>). He said that AutoZone is a great example of a stock that has done well during past recessions. Stock number two was Clorox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>). He said that Clorox is a great example of a stock that did well during the last recession.
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The other recession proof stocks he suggested were, General Mills (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIS#NYSE">GIS</a>), IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>), J.M. Smucker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SJM#NYSE">SJM</a>), McDonald&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Newmont (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>), Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), O&#8217;Reilly Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORLY#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>), Sherwin-Williams (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHW#NYSE">SHW</a>), and Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>). 
&#8220;And if you go back through all these six recessions, this is the stock that really stands out as a recession-proof stock. Now, of course, we&#8217;ve got the tariff uncertainty right now. That&#8217;s not great for retailers, but Walmart executives have already come out,&#8221; he said in the post. 
The analysis shared by Erlichman is particularly relevant in the current economic climate. With ongoing market volatility and uncertainty, investors are constantly on the lookout for stocks that can weather economic downturns. 
Erlichman&#8217;s review offers a historical perspective on stocks that have demonstrated resilience in the face of recessions, potentially guiding investors towards more stable investment options during turbulent times.
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Stocks That Weathered Past Recessions: Expert Shares Picks That Withstood Every Downturn

The International Monetary Fund, or IMF, has expressed concern over escalating trade tensions sparked by new U.S. tariffs but emphasized that a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/04/44884282/analyst-predicts-recession-is-coming-despite-financial-crisis-put-on-hold-warns-rich-kids-insulated-from-their-own-actions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">global recession is not on the horizon</a>.
The organization acknowledged a sharp rise in economic uncertainty, particularly in relation to trade policy, yet maintained a cautiously optimistic outlook for global growth, BBC reports.
While financial markets have faltered and geopolitical trust has deteriorated, the IMF stated that its revised projections reflect a slowdown—but not a full-blown recession.
Global equity markets have taken a hit since U.S. President Donald Trump introduced sweeping tariffs on April 2, an event dubbed &#8220;Liberation Day&#8221; by the White House.
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Major indexes remain down, with investor sentiment shaken by fears of retaliatory trade measures and sluggish global investment.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has predicted a contraction in international trade volumes this year, directly linking the outlook to Washington&#8217;s tariff strategy, BBC adds.
Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the IMF, urged nations to use the moment as an opportunity for structural reform.
BBC quotes Georgieva saying, &#8220;A better balanced, more resilient world economy is within reach.&#8221;
&#8220;We must act to secure it,&#8221; she said.
Georgieva called on the U.S. to address its fiscal deficit, encouraged China to bolster social safety nets, and pressed Europe to eliminate internal trade barriers in services and deepen its economic integration.
Despite lingering fears of a downturn, the IMF&#8217;s current stance offers reassurance that the global economy can weather the turbulence—provided governments act decisively.
The organization emphasized collective responsibility and policy coordination as the path to renewed growth and stability.
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President Donald Trump has signaled a potential end to efforts in mediating peace between Russia and Ukraine, stating that the U.S. may &#8220;take a pass&#8221; on further negotiations <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44888482/trump-set-ultimatum-for-russia-ukraine-peace-talks-not-going-to-continue-with-this-endeavour-for-weeks-and-months-says-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">if either side proves unwilling to compromise</a>.
BBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20x5xn1g92o" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports </a>that Trump emphasized urgency during remarks in the Oval Office on Friday, noting he wants a resolution soon, though not within a rigid timeframe.
Trump&#8217;s warning coincides with comments from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who stressed that American involvement in ceasefire talks could end within days unless tangible progress emerges.
The administration is prioritizing results, not prolonged diplomatic standoffs, BBC reports.
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As Russian forces continue to assault northeastern Ukrainian cities like Kharkiv and Sumy—leaving multiple casualties—U.S. officials are pressuring both sides to find common ground swiftly.
Despite initial confidence from the Trump administration in securing a quick ceasefire, progress has stalled, with Washington expressing frustration at both Moscow and Kyiv.
Trump&#8217;s past criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and overtures to Vladimir Putin have stirred unease among NATO members, who remain committed to Ukraine&#8217;s defense.
Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia remains open to negotiations but under conditions aligning with Moscow&#8217;s interests.
Amid the fragile peace efforts, Ukraine and the U.S. have revived discussions around a joint investment fund aimed at post-war reconstruction.
The preliminary agreement, signed Thursday, also hints at broader cooperation over energy infrastructure and mineral resources.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Ukraine&#8217;s Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed the deal is progressing and could be finalized by April 26, BBC adds.
Zelensky has continued to push for firm security assurances from the U.S. in any ceasefire deal, warning European allies that a truce without such commitments would leave Ukraine vulnerable.
U.S. officials, however, argue that American business investment itself may serve as a deterrent against future Russian aggression.
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President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to eliminate all federal funding for Head Start in his 2026 budget proposal, putting a program that has served nearly 40 million children since 1965 at serious risk.
According to <a href="https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2025/04/11/trump-proposal-eliminating-head-start/83045346007/">USA Today</a>, which cites a government official familiar with the plan, the White House&#8217;s proposed budget would zero out funding for Head Start, part of a broader effort to shrink the federal government under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/11/42152862/trump-picks-project-2025-co-author-russell-vought-for-omb">Project 2025</a> policy blueprint. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which helps families with heating and cooling costs, is also on the chopping block.
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While the White House has not confirmed the cut, Rachel Cauley, a spokesperson for the Office of Management and Budget, said, &#8220;No final funding decisions have been made.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Critics Warn of Catastrophic Consequences</h2>
Even so, the news has sparked widespread concern. The National Head Start Association called the proposal to eliminate the program &#8220;catastrophic&#8221; and warned it could result in more than 1 million parents losing access to affordable child care and preschool, disrupting their ability to work.
&#8220;Meals, developmental screenings and health care for nearly 800,000 children would disappear,&#8221; NHSA Executive Director Yasmina Vinci told USA Today. &#8220;We urge every parent, every American, and every believer in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/10/41196233/kevin-oleary-defends-the-american-dream-on-fox-business-im-the-guy-that-invests-in-businesses-5-to-5">American dream</a> to reach out to their elected officials to express their outrage about such a proposal.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Regional Offices Shut Down Without Warning</h2>
The proposal comes on the heels of abrupt closures of at least five regional Head Start offices in Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Seattle. These offices provide crucial oversight and support for local Head Start programs.
NHSA said it was informed of the closures early last week and is urging the administration to halt further action until a transition plan is in place. &#8220;Closing these regional Head Start offices could create delays in essential program support and weaken the system that has successfully served millions of children for decades,&#8221; the group said in a <a href="https://nhsa.org/press_release/nhsa-expresses-deep-concern-over-administration-shuttering-regional-offices/">statement</a>.
The staffing cuts, part of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's downsizing plans, left many program directors blindsided. &#8220;None of us saw this coming,&#8221; Janice Smith, early childhood services director at the Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency in Southeastern Michigan, told the <a href="https://eu.freep.com/story/news/education/2025/04/11/trump-cuts-head-start-jobs-leaving-local-michigan-programs-uncertain-of-future-closures/83009348007/">Detroit Free Press</a>.
NHSA emphasized that less than 1% of Head Start's annual funding goes to federal staff, including those working in regional offices.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sen. Murray: &#8216;Offensive and Just Plain Wrong&#8217;</h2>
Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, slammed the Trump administration's proposal in a statement released Monday.
&#8220;While families feel the crunch with a worsening child care crisis and much higher daily costs thanks to Trump's tariffs, President Trump wants to eliminate Head Start and kick hundreds of thousands of kids out of the classroom, fire teachers, and make child care and early learning more expensive and less safe,&#8221; Murray said in a <a href="https://www.murray.senate.gov/senator-murray-statement-on-trump-budget-proposal-to-fully-eliminate-head-start/">statement</a>.
She added, &#8220;This administration believes we cannot afford to help families get preschool or help kids get basic health services, but we can afford trillions of dollars more in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43578641/bernie-sanders-says-we-must-not-savage-programs-for-working-families-to-provide-huge-tax-breaks-for-billionaires">tax breaks for billionaires</a>. It's offensive and just plain wrong.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's at Stake</h2>
Head Start serves more than 750,000 children nationwide and is especially important in rural areas where other early childhood education options are scarce. The program provides early learning, health care, and family support to low-income families.
NHSA said it will continue working with the administration and Congress to protect the program. &#8220;An investment in Head Start is an important investment in our youngest learners, their families, our communities, and our nation,&#8221; the organization stated.
With Congress holding the final say on the budget, the future of Head Start now rests on political negotiations. But for the millions of families relying on it, the threat feels immediate and very real.
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In the ongoing antitrust trial against&nbsp;Meta Platforms Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FB#NASDAQ">FB</a>), decade-old emails from CEO Mark Zuckerberg have taken center stage.
What Happened: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been scrutinizing Zuckerberg&#8217;s emails, some of which are over 10 years old, during the trial. These emails disclose Zuckerberg&#8217;s long-held apprehensions about potential antitrust issues.
In a 2018 email to senior Facebook executives, Zuckerberg voiced concern that the company&#8217;s growth trajectory could invite antitrust regulation. This email was emphasized by the FTC&#8217;s lead attorney, Daniel Matheson, during the trial.
The emails also shed light on Zuckerberg&#8217;s worries about rising competitors and his candid evaluations of Facebook&#8217;s key deals. In a 2012 email to COO Sheryl Sandberg, Zuckerberg discussed the necessity to acquire Instagram due to its swift growth, reports <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/zuckerberg-meta-antitrust-trial-emails-ftc-2025-4">the</a> Business Insider.
If the FTC emerges victorious in the case, it could potentially force Meta to divest Instagram and WhatsApp. However, legal experts argue that proving Meta established its monopoly through these acquisitions will be a tough task, given that the FTC had previously greenlit these mergers.
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Mark Hansen, Meta&#8217;s lead attorney, has tried to downplay the importance of Zuckerberg&#8217;s emails, suggesting that worrying about competition is a standard part of a CEO&#8217;s job.
Why It Matters: The emergence of Zuckerberg&#8217;s old emails as key evidence in the trial underscores the FTC&#8217;s determination to hold Meta accountable for potential antitrust violations. 
The emails not only reveal Zuckerberg&#8217;s longstanding concerns about antitrust issues but also his strategic moves to neutralize emerging competitors. The outcome of this trial could have far-reaching implications for Meta and other tech giants, potentially reshaping the digital landscape. 
If the FTC wins, it could set a precedent for future antitrust cases, signaling a tougher regulatory environment for big tech companies.
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According to a recent survey, 40% of Americans with credit card debt are under the impression that making minimum payments is an effective way to manage their debt.
This misunderstanding is contributing to the escalating credit card debt in the country, which has now hit a record high of $1.2 trillion. The <a href="https://www.experianplc.com/newsroom/press-releases/2025/americans-tackling-debt-to-achieve-their-own-cinderella-story">survey</a> was carried out by Experian.
It revealed that a large number of Americans falsely believe that making the minimum payment on their credit card debt is enough to keep it under control. This misunderstanding is contributing to the growing credit card debt in the United States, which has reached an all-time high.
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According to&nbsp;the Federal Reserve Bank of&nbsp;New York, American consumers collectively owe $1.2 trillion in credit card debt.&nbsp;
Experts suggest strategies such as&nbsp;the &#8220;snowball&#8221; or &#8220;avalanche&#8221; methods&nbsp;to effectively manage and pay off credit card debt. Both methods have their pros and cons, and the choice depends on what works best for the individual.
The issue of credit card debt is a serious one, with experts stressing the importance of strategic debt management.&nbsp;
&#8220;Credit card debt is the&nbsp;highest cost debt for most&nbsp;households. This is definitely one to&nbsp;prioritize for your financial wellbeing,&#8221; Ted Rossman, senior industry&nbsp;analyst for credit cards at&nbsp;Bankrate <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/18/americans-biggest-misconception-about-managing-credit-card-debt.html">told </a>CNBC. 
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When it comes to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/04/44793077/retirement-nightmare-45-year-old-weighs-230k-lump-sum-vs-lifetime-pension-are-dividends-a-good-idea-for-me-reddit-reacts">retirement planning</a>, many Americans contribute to a traditional 401(k). But there&#8217;s another option available in most employer-sponsored retirement plans — and according to personal finance expert Suze Orman, far too few people are taking advantage of it.
The Roth 401(k) is a feature offered by roughly 90% of workplace retirement plans, yet only about 20% of participants are using it, according to Orman. She believes this overlooked strategy could offer major benefits, especially when it comes to taxes in retirement.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k): Know the Difference</h2>
With a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44424162/its-a-really-really-bad-idea-suze-orman-warns-58-year-old-against-using-a-401k-to-buy-a-lifetime">traditional 401(k)</a>, your contributions are made with pre-tax dollars. That means you reduce your taxable income today, but you'll owe income tax on every dollar you withdraw in retirement.
A Roth 401(k), by contrast, is funded with after-tax dollars. You won't get a tax break up front, but qualified withdrawals in retirement are completely tax-free. That includes both your contributions and any investment earnings.
"So for those of you saving in a 401(k), I want you to check if your plan offers the Roth 401(k) option. If so, I think you should consider switching your new contributions over to the Roth 401(k)," Orman wrote in a recent <a href="https://www.suzeorman.com/blog/The-Best-Investing-Move-for-Your-Retirement">blog post</a>.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Suze Orman Recommends Switching Future Contributions</h2>
Orman isn't advising anyone to convert their existing traditional 401(k) balances to a Roth — that move comes with a tax bill. Instead, she's suggesting that savers consider directing new contributions into a Roth 401(k), if their plan offers it.
This strategy, she says, could help reduce your taxable income in retirement. If you've already built up savings in a traditional 401(k), adding Roth savings to the mix gives you more flexibility. You'll be able to tap into tax-free funds in retirement, which could help you stay in a lower tax bracket and minimize required minimum distributions from your traditional accounts.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Avoiding Higher Medicare Premiums</h2>
Another important reason Orman says to consider a Roth 401(k)? Your future Medicare premiums.
Medicare Part B premiums are based on your taxable income. Withdrawals from a traditional 401(k) count as taxable income, but withdrawals from a Roth 401(k) do not — assuming the account has been open for at least five years and you're 59½ or older.
By using tax-free funds from a Roth 401(k), you may be able to avoid crossing into higher income tiers that trigger <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44694563/medicare-advantage-rates-expected-to-climb-over-5-in-2026-easing-pressure-on-managed-care">increased Medicare costs</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">More Flexibility for Life's "What Ifs"</h2>
A Roth 401(k) can also provide valuable peace of mind. Whether it's a big vacation, home care, or an unexpected expense, knowing you have access to tax-free funds can ease the financial pressure.
"I strongly believe that you will appreciate having some of your retirement money in Roth accounts once you are in retirement," Orman says.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bottom Line</h2>
If your employer offers a Roth 401(k), it might be worth giving this underused tool a closer look. Contributing even a portion of your future retirement savings to a Roth 401(k) could offer greater tax flexibility, protect your Medicare premiums, and give you more control over your retirement income.
Before making any changes, consider speaking with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-online-financial-advisors">financial advisor</a> or tax professional to make sure the strategy fits your situation.
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Bill Ackman&#8216;s hedge fund Pershing Square Capital Management has acquired a significant stake in Hertz Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NYSE">HTZ</a>).
What Happened: The stake, which includes both&nbsp;share ownership and total return&nbsp;swaps, has been built up since the end of last year. 
Ackman is of the opinion that Hertz can bounce back from an ill-advised investment in&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) electric vehicles and leverage a potential surge in used-car prices triggered by President Donald Trump&#8216;s&nbsp;tariff on US auto imports.
In a post on X, Ackman said that the company has "a 19.8% stake in the company comprised of outright share ownership and total return swaps."
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&mdash; Bill Ackman (@BillAckman) <a href="https://twitter.com/BillAckman/status/1912955549542744462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Hertz is uniquely well-positioned in the current tariff environment. Hertz owns a fleet of over 500,000 vehicles valued at approximately $12 billion. A 10% increase in used car prices would equate to a $1.2 billion gain on its auto assets – equivalent to approximately half of the company's current market capitalization," Ackman added in the post. 
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Following the news, Hertz&#8217;s shares soared&nbsp;44% in New York trading&nbsp;on Thursday, doubling in value over a two-day rally. 
The company&#8217;s CEO, Gil West, who is responsible for managing the company&#8217;s significant debt and implementing the turnaround, expressed gratitude for Ackman&#8217;s support in a note to employees.
Ackman also suggested a future where Hertz, leveraging its global presence, could manage a fleet of autonomous vehicles for&nbsp;Uber Technologies Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>). Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi responded positively to the idea, expressing interest in expanding their existing partnership.
&#8220;Investing is risky. There are no guarantees of a successful outcome. Caveat emptor,&#8221; he concluded in his post. 
Why It Matters: Ackman&#8217;s investment in Hertz is a strong vote of confidence in the company&#8217;s turnaround strategy. The hedge fund manager&#8217;s belief that Hertz can recover from its investment in Tesla and benefit from&nbsp;a potential rise in used-car&nbsp;prices due to tariffs on US auto imports could signal a positive future for the company.
Moreover, the idea of Hertz managing a fleet of autonomous vehicles for Uber could open up new avenues for the company, further strengthening its position in the market. However, Ackman has warned investors about the inherent risks, stating, &#8220;Investing is risky. There&nbsp;are no guarantees of a&nbsp;successful outcome. Caveat emptor.&#8221;
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Members of AmeriCorps and Peace Corps are facing an uncertain future due to staff cuts initiated by&nbsp;the White House DOGE office. This has left numerous young volunteers and employees in a state of doubt regarding their career trajectories.
What Happened: AmeriCorps members were unexpectedly sent home, with many of them only three months into their ten-month service contracts. This sudden decision has left thousands of volunteers and employees in a state of uncertainty, as they prepare for potential layoffs.
The&nbsp;White House DOGE&nbsp;office had previously visited the&nbsp;AmeriCorps and Peace Corps headquarters, leading to speculation about the future of these agencies. 
However, despite the hiring freeze, the Peace Corps confirmed that volunteer recruitment activities are ongoing and no staff have been cut as of yet, reports <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/americorps-peacecorps-genz-doge-trump-cuts-career-2025-4">the</a> Insider.
Founded in 1993 and 1961&nbsp;respectively, AmeriCorps and the Peace&nbsp;Corps enroll hundreds of thousands&nbsp;of young adult volunteers each&nbsp;year. These volunteers, who&nbsp;receive a stipend for living&nbsp;expenses, participate in various service works in local communities. The experience often serves as a stepping stone&nbsp;for a career in public&nbsp;service.
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Nevertheless, the recent developments have left many members concerned about their future career prospects. The White House confirmed that about&nbsp;75% of full-time AmeriCorps employees&nbsp;were placed on administrative leave&nbsp;this week, with&nbsp;no clear timeline for when&nbsp;they&nbsp;could return to work or&nbsp;be fired.
An administration official cited AmeriCorps&#8217; failure in eight consecutive audits and its management of&nbsp;over $1 billion in taxpayer&nbsp;dollars every year as reasons for the staff shake-up. AmeriCorps representatives have not responded to requests for comment.
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Dave Ramsey is known for helping people get out of debt, so it was shocking when he told a 40-year-old widower to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdlvQ48onNo">buy a new car</a>. The caller mentioned he was considering a new car to impress women since he's ready to attract another woman in his life. Ramsey didn't only tell him to get a new car, but he was pretty adamant about it.
"Regardless of women, you should get a better car. Your car sucks."
The context behind this response and the advice Ramsey gives later in the call can help people who are looking for love and want to build their net worth.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Caller Has An Old Vehicle</h2>
It's normal for people to drive older vehicles. The average age of a U.S. vehicle reached a <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/mobility/en/research-analysis/average-age-vehicles-united-states-2024.html#:~:text=Vehicles%20on%20the%20road%20are,2023%2C%20according%20to%20new%20analysis.">record 12.6 years</a> in 2024. New cars are expensive and can get you deep into debt, but there are two unique factors to the caller's situation.
The first one is that the caller is driving a 25-year-old pick-up truck. Even a used car from the 2010s is a massive upgrade from an old pick-up truck. The second detail is that the caller is in a tremendous financial position. He has a $1.3 million net worth and earns $132,000 per year. He also has no debt, no mortgage, and no kids.
While the caller shouldn't get an exotic luxury vehicle, he doesn't have to settle for a 25-year-old pick-up truck either.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Don't Buy A Car Just To Attract Women</h2>
The way Ramsey framed his advice is also important. He said that the caller should get a better car, even if trying to impress women wasn't a part of the equation. While Ramsey recommended a vehicle upgrade, he also warned against the caller tipping people off on his net worth.
"If you impress them with the car, it's the wrong woman," Ramsey responded.
A flashy car risks attracting a woman who only loves you for your money. Showing off rich items may attract a gold digger.&nbsp;
However, it is still ideal to have a car that's in good condition. Ramsey's daughter, Rachel Cruze, was the co-host for this episode, and she chimed in from the woman's perspective.&nbsp;
Cruze said that having a beat-up car can indicate to a woman that she has to be the breadwinner to hold up the family financially. Not every woman wants that pressure, especially biblical women. It's common for biblical women to see themselves as the person who has to nurture the kids while the father is the breadwinner who provides for the family.&nbsp;
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A good car can show a woman that you are able to provide. It can indicate that you either have good finances or are making progress with your finances.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Caller Is Looking At Used Cars</h2>
The caller has good financial management skills based on his net worth, and he's also looking at cars that range from $5,000 to $10,000. That puts him in the used car market, which isn't a bad thing. Almost any car is an upgrade from what he currently has.
While he has the flexibility to raise his budget, the caller's desire to spend a relatively small amount of money on a car demonstrates good financial management. A new car is a good investment, and in this case, a new car can simply mean a used car that looks better than the pick-up truck.
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Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen has proposed that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) could potentially see a 137% increase in a perfect market scenario.
What Happened: Cowen, during his discussion with Kyle Chasse, put forth that Bitcoin could reach up to $200,000 if it&nbsp;is currently in a right-translated&nbsp;cycle. This type of market cycle is characterized by prices peaking later rather than sooner.
During the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nTKdVWUM1Y">interview</a>, Cowen inferred that in such a cycle, Bitcoin could experience a 10x increase from its lowest point, positioning it around $150,000. However, he does not anticipate Bitcoin reaching $300,000 in this cycle, even though he is confident it will eventually hit that mark.
The analyst stressed that for Bitcoin to stay on course for new all-time highs in this cycle, it needs to uphold the 2024 high of&nbsp;approximately&nbsp;$72,000 on the weekly chart. He expressed a positive outlook for later in the year if Bitcoin can sustain this level, even in the face of another pullback.
"I would say that it's possible if we get a right translated cycle that from the bottom Bitcoin could go up about 10x or something, which would probably put it around $150,000. So I would say, in a right translated cycle my guess is that it would be anywhere from like $120,000 to like $150,000,&#8221; he said. 
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&#8220;It's possible in the perfect scenario that it could go all the way up to $200,000. I don't think Bitcoin will hit $300,000 this cycle. I do think Bitcoin will eventually hit $300,000, but I don't think it will be this cycle," Cowen added. 
&#8220;I would definitely become more optimistic later on this year. That's my main concern right now, is, if there is another pullback, can we hold it? The good news is we've held it so far, and we actually technically we haven't even tested it. So the good news is if there is another drop, you probably would have some bulls try to hold the line at those levels because we haven't even tested those levels yet," he continued. 
At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $84,483, with no significant change on the day.
Why It Matters: Cowen&#8217;s predictions come at a time when Bitcoin&#8217;s performance is under intense scrutiny. The cryptocurrency&#8217;s ability to maintain a high weekly chart, as Cowen suggests, could be a key determinant of its future trajectory. 
His forecast of a potential 137% surge under ideal conditions underscores the volatile and unpredictable nature of the crypto market. However, it also highlights the immense potential for growth that Bitcoin holds, reinforcing its appeal to investors. 
Despite the lack of a specific timeline for when Bitcoin might hit the $300,000 mark, Cowen&#8217;s optimism provides a positive outlook for the cryptocurrency&#8217;s long-term performance.
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Robert Kiyosaki, the well-known entrepreneur and author, has predicted that Bitcoin&#8217;s price will soon exceed $1 million.
What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki, the author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, expressed the view that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) will cross the $1 million mark.
His prediction is rooted in the current financial state of the U.S., which is burdened with heavy debt, soaring unemployment rates, and shrinking pension funds.
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Kiyosaki also expressed concerns about a potential &#8220;Greater Depression&#8221; looming over the country, a prediction he had made in his early 2000&#8217;s book Rich Dad's Prophecy. Despite the bleak outlook, Kiyosaki conveyed that individuals can still amass wealth amidst the current market crash.
He advocates for investing in Bitcoin, gold, and silver, stating that owning even a fraction of Bitcoin could lead to wealth post-crisis. He is confident that by 2035, Bitcoin&#8217;s price will cross $1 million, with gold and silver also witnessing significant increases in value.
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At the time the report was published, Bitcoin was trading at $84,967, marking a 2% increase since the previous Wednesday.
Why It Matters: Kiyosaki&#8217;s prediction comes at a time when the U.S. is grappling with economic instability. His views on the potential of Bitcoin, gold, and silver as investment options highlight the growing interest in alternative assets amidst economic uncertainty. 
His forecast also underscores the increasing acceptance of Bitcoin as a potential hedge against inflation and economic downturns. 
While his prediction is bold, it reflects a growing sentiment among investors seeking refuge in alternative assets during these turbulent times.
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), a longtime but mostly low-profile legislator, has surged into the national spotlight <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44779739/oops-hes-alive-and-secure-trump-administration-updates-status-on-mistaken-deportation-to-el-salvador" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">following a trip to El Salvador</a> to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
The visit, where Van Hollen met with the Maryland man erroneously deported by the Trump administration after initally being denief permission to do so, has raised Van Hollen&#8217;s profile and energized progressive Democrats, Politico <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2025/04/18/inside-chris-van-hollen-moment-00299228" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
The controversy has escalated as the White House publicly dismissed Van Hollen&#8217;s efforts, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/1913241658579440126" rel="noreferrer noopener">posting </a>that Abrego Garcia is &#8220;NOT coming back.&#8221;
El Salvador&#8217;s President Nayib Bukele joined in, mockingly posting staged photos of Van Hollen and Abrego Garcia at a restaurant.
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Van Hollen has denied the authenticity of these images, accusing Salvadoran officials of staging props for political theater.
Initially denied access to the prison where Abrego Garcia was held, Van Hollen ultimately succeeded in speaking with his constituent after a transfer to another facility.
His dramatic intervention has struck a nerve at a time when Democrats are struggling for unity and momentum, the report furher adds.
Van Hollen&#8217;s trip was prompted by what he and others have called a gross miscarriage of justice.
Despite a court ruling that allowed Abrego Garcia to stay in the U.S., immigration officials deported him, citing alleged gang affiliations — claims unsupported by evidence.
A federal judge later ordered his return, a directive the Trump administration has refused to implement, even after the Supreme Court upheld it.
The senator&#8217;s high-profile actions have sparked praise from progressive leaders who see him as a model for confronting the consequences of Trump-era immigration policies.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) and Leah Greenberg of Indivisible have applauded his initiative, noting it could revitalize a fractured party and offer a coherent, values-driven narrative on immigration and constitutional rights.
Van Hollen&#8217;s emergence as a moral voice on international human rights may reshape his political arc, Politico adds.
Known for a principled stance on foreign policy, including criticism of Israeli actions in Gaza, he is gaining traction as Democrats mull leadership changes. His name has even been floated for a potential cabinet role under a future Democratic administration.
At a press conference at Dulles International Airport, Van Hollen emphasized that his mission transcends partisan politics. &#8220;This is an American issue,&#8221; he said.
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Investor and entrepreneur Grant Cardone got people talking again with a tweet listing seven ways to scale passive income. The list included automated car washes, laundromats, lending, video arcades, self-storage, apartments and ATM machines. While some followers cheered him on, others raised eyebrows, laughed or called the whole thing outdated.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is Passive Income?</h2>
Passive income is money earned without putting in sustained effort. In contrast to active income, where you trade time for money through your job or services, passive income flows in with little to no regular involvement once systems are in place. It typically requires effort up front, but once running, it can offer financial independence and long-term stability.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Some Call It a Solid List</h2>
Supporters of Cardone&#8217;s tweet said the list featured proven ways to build long-term wealth. They argued that while these businesses require upfront effort, they can generate income with minimal daily involvement once set up. One user added that self-storage, in particular, has low overhead and high margins after the initial investment. &#8220;Self-storage is the hidden gem here. Been watching friends crush it.&#8221; Another praised car washes and apartments as strong income generators when properly managed.
Others jumped in with suggestions like vending machines, digital products, print-on-demand merch and even mobile home parks. A few noted that many new developments in their areas were car washes and self-storage units, possibly for these very reasons.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Others Aren&#8217;t Buying the Hype</h2>
Critics pushed back hard, saying that most of Cardone's list isn't passive at all. They argued that these are active businesses that need constant management. If a machine breaks, it&#8217;s your responsibility. If a tenant has a problem, you have to solve it. One user summed it up: &#8220;None of these are truly passive until you've mastered 3 things: Operations, automation, delegation. You&#8217;re not buying income. You&#8217;re buying systems that free you from the work.&#8221;
&#8220;Video arcades. Thanks boomer,&#8221; another person quipped, poking fun at the outdated feel of some entries on the list.
Some even suggested the list sounded more like a blueprint for money laundering than real investment advice.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ideas for Passive Income Investing</h2>
There are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/passive-income-investing-the-path-to-true-wealth">many ways to invest in passive income</a>. Some are business-based, like the ideas Cardone shared, while others rely more on traditional or digital investments. Here are a few general categories:
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investment-Based Passive Income</h2>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-dividend-paying-stocks">Dividend Stocks</a>: Earn a share of company profits. Yields can be modest, but with the right picks, they offer steady income.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-bonds">Bonds and Bond Index Funds</a>: Lend money to companies or governments and receive interest. Funds help spread out risk.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-annuity-companies">Annuities</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-mutual-funds">Mutual Funds</a>: Annuities guarantee regular payments; mutual funds offer dividends depending on performance.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-in-private-equity-guide-to-getting-started">Private Equity</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-venture-capital">Venture Capital</a>: High risk, but potentially high reward. You invest and earn returns if the business succeeds.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Interest-Based Passive Income</h2>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-savings-accounts">High-Yield Savings Accounts</a>: Lower risk and insured by the government. Pays modest interest.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-5-year-cd-rates">Certificates of Deposit</a>: Fixed rate for a fixed term. Less liquidity but more predictability.
Alternative Investment-Based Passive Income
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-invest-in-real-estate">Real Estate</a>: Rental properties can provide consistent income. Crowdfunding and REITs are options too.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-reits">REITs</a>: Own shares in real estate companies that pay dividends.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-get-into-cryptocurrency">Cryptocurrency</a>: Earn through staking or lending coins. High risk but also potential for high returns.
Cardone sparked an important conversation. Whether you agree with his list or not, it got people thinking about what it really takes to build wealth that works for you, instead of the other way around.
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'Video Arcades? Thanks Boomer'—Grant Cardone Shares Seven Passive Income Ideas, And People Are Amused

President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;has excluded a range of technology products, including certain consumer electronics made in China, from the reciprocal tariffs. The list of exemptions, released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, effectively <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44784092/apple-smci-nvidia-and-amd-stocks-climb-in-monday-pre-market-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">reduces the scope of the imposed levies</a>.
The exclusions apply to smartphones, laptops, hard drives, and computer processors and memory chips, shielding them from Trump&#8217;s proposed 125% tariff on Chinese goods and the baseline 10% global tariff on most other countries.
Pedestrians in at least three California cities were met with bizarre AI-generated voice clips mimicking Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and Meta Platforms Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) Mark Zuckerberg after crosswalk buttons were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44784312/hacked-crosswalk-buttons-in-california-cities-play-ai-generated-elon-musk-zuckerberg-voice-clips-mocking-democracy-and-begging-for-friends" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reportedly hacked over the weekend.</a>
Automotive
Rivian Automotive Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has said the company boasts a "U.S.-centric" supply chain amid&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8216;s 25% <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44836493/rivians-us-centric-supply-chain-could-offer-edge-amid-trumps-auto-tariffs-says-ceo-rj-scaringe" rel="noreferrer noopener">tariffs on the auto industry</a>.
Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has released a cheaper, long-range version of the Model Y facelift. The new version replaces the limited-run launch edition, which is no longer <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44809616/heres-how-the-new-2025-tesla-model-y-long-range-differs-from-the-limited-run-launch-edition" rel="noreferrer noopener">available for sale by the company</a>.
A&nbsp;Tesla Model Y was spotted testing in India&#8217;s Mumbai, adding to the anticipation of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44833951/elon-musk-led-teslas-model-y-spotted-testing-in-mumbai-ahead-of-india-debut" rel="noreferrer noopener">the company&#8217;s debut in India</a>.
Social Media/Entertainment
Netflix Inc.&nbsp;has begun testing an artificial intelligence–powered search engine that enables subscribers to find movies and TV shows based on their emotions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44778760/netflix-debuts-openai-backed-search-engine-that-lets-you-discover-movies-and-tv-shows-based-on-emotions-not-just-titles" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">preferences, or specific situations</a>.
TikTok‘s U.S. public policy chief,&nbsp;Michael Beckerman, is leaving his Washington-based role to transition <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/25/04/44856624/tiktoks-us-policy-chief-steps-down-as-bidding-war-heats-up-after-trump-extends-deadline-report">to a global advisory position</a>.
Technology
Nvidia Corp.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) and&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) have reportedly decided to invest in the artificial intelligence startup co-founded by former&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44778730/nvidia-and-alphabet-to-back-openai-co-founder-ilya-sutskevers-new-ai-startup-safe-superintelligence-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">OpenAI&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44778730/nvidia-and-alphabet-to-back-openai-co-founder-ilya-sutskevers-new-ai-startup-safe-superintelligence-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">chief scientist&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44778730/nvidia-and-alphabet-to-back-openai-co-founder-ilya-sutskevers-new-ai-startup-safe-superintelligence-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ilya Sutskever</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;Google&nbsp;rolled out its&nbsp;Veo 2&nbsp;model <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44832438/googles-veo-2-will-allow-you-to-create-high-resolution-videos-with-text-in-gemini-app-sundar-pichai-shows-off-cyberpunk-style-anime" rel="noreferrer noopener">to&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44832438/googles-veo-2-will-allow-you-to-create-high-resolution-videos-with-text-in-gemini-app-sundar-pichai-shows-off-cyberpunk-style-anime" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gemini Advanced</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44832438/googles-veo-2-will-allow-you-to-create-high-resolution-videos-with-text-in-gemini-app-sundar-pichai-shows-off-cyberpunk-style-anime" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;users</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;Google&#8217;s DeepMind&nbsp;is diving into marine science with a new AI model designed to help <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44833198/can-ai-talk-to-dolphins-googles-deepmind-creates-dolphingemma-to-explore-animal-language" rel="noreferrer noopener">researchers decode dolphin communication</a>.
Meta Platforms announced Friday it will appoint&nbsp;Dina Powell&nbsp;McCormick&nbsp;and&nbsp;Stripe&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Patrick Collison&nbsp;to its board of directors, effective April 15. The move increased the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44782094/meta-board-shake-up-trump-era-veteran-dina-powell-and-stripe-ceo-join-as-zuckerberg-reshapes-companys-political-and-strategic-direction" rel="noreferrer noopener">board&#8217;s size to 15 members</a>.
Microsoft Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) announced a research preview of &#8220;Computer Use,&#8221; a new tool within&nbsp;Copilot Studio&nbsp;that enables AI agents to perform tasks on desktop and web <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44831264/microsoft-debuts-computer-use-tool-for-copilot-studio-ceo-satya-nadella-says-anyone-can-build-agents-that-take-action-on-the-ui-across-desktop-and-web-apps" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">applications by interacting directly</a>.
Bill Gates&nbsp;says artificial intelligence will soon wipe out chronic shortages of skilled workers like doctors and teachers, eventually forcing societies to rethink the value of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44857520/bill-gates-says-his-kids-and-grandkids-will-live-in-a-very-changed-world-as-ai-puts-an-end-to-shortage-of-teachers-and-doctors">time and the concept of ‘work hours</a>'.
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Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) investors breathed a much-needed sigh of relief on Friday when the Trump administration announced a decision to exempt iPhones, iPads, and Macs from the latest wave of reciprocal tariffs. This might have saved the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/04/44788262/apples-margins-catch-a-break-but-road-ahead-still-looks-bumpy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> company from a near-term cost storm</a>.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. Evergy, Sempra, and Philip Morris have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of over 3%.
Evergy
Evergy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVRG#NASDAQ">EVRG</a>) engages in the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity in the U.S. It generates electricity through coal, landfill gas, uranium, and natural gas and oil sources, as well as solar, wind, and other renewable sources.
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Evergy has raised its dividends consecutively for the last seven years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Nov. 7, the company's board increased the quarterly payout by 4% to $0.6675 per share, equal to an annual figure of $2.67 per share. The current dividend yield is 3.93%.
Evergy's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $5.85 billion. According to its most recent release on Feb. 27, it posted Q4 2024 revenues of $1.26 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $1.24 billion, while EPS of $0.35 came in below the consensus of $0.37.
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Sempra
Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) operates as an energy infrastructure company in the U.S. and internationally.
The company increased its dividends consecutively for the last 15 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Feb. 25, it raised the quarterly payout from $0.62 to $0.645 per share, which is equal to an annual figure of $2.58 per share. The current yield on the dividend is 3.67%.
Sempra's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $13.19 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings announcement on Feb. 25, the company posted revenues of $3.76 billion and EPS of $1.50. Both figures came in below expectations.
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Philip Morris
Philip Morris International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) operates as a tobacco company. The company offers cigarettes and smoke-free products, including heat-not-burn, vapor, and oral nicotine products under the IQOS and ZYN brands; and consumer accessories, such as lighters and matches.
Philip Morris has raised its dividends every year for the past 17 years. In the company&#8217;s most recent dividend hike announcement on Sept. 12, it increased the quarterly payout from $1.30 to $1.35 per share, equaling an annual figure of $5.40 per share. More recently, in its dividend announcement on March 6, the company maintained the payout at the same level. The current dividend yield on the stock is 3.37%.
The company&#8217;s annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $37.88 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 6, it posted revenues of $9.71 billion and EPS of $1.55, both above the consensus estimates.
Evergy, Sempra, and Philip Morris are good choices for investors seeking reliable passive income. Their dividend yields of over 3% and long history of consistent hikes make them attractive to income-focused investors.
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Chocolate lovers are in for a rude awakening this Easter, with their favorite bars, cherished brands, and even the iconic Cadbury Creme Egg are significantly dearer compared to prior years.
The 370% rally in cocoa prices, from $2,600 a ton in 2023 to $12,200 in April 2024, is more than just a bitter pill for consumers. It is weighing on the entire supply chain, from farmers and traders to confectionery giants and small chocolatiers alike.
While prices have stabilized this year, they are still well above historic averages at $7,750 a ton, and analysts warn that there is little relief on the horizon.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Turmoil In West Africa &#8211; Poor Weather, Crop Failures &amp; Floods</h2>
The world produces nearly 6 million tonnes of cocoa beans each year, with two-thirds of them coming from the West African nations of Ghana and Ivory Coast. Starting with the 2022-23 cocoa season, however, the region has been hit by a perfect storm of floods, crop failures, and shifting weather patterns.
According to the International Cocoa Association, the global market has faced three consecutive years of deficit, the latest being a 150,000 tonne deficit during the 2024-25 season.&nbsp;
Following devastating floods that wiped out key growing regions, the extra dry Harmattan season roasted the cocoa pods, according to a <a href="https://think.ing.com/articles/cocoa-deficit-concerns-grow-chocolate-prices-record/">report</a> by ING Group analysts. Harmattan refers to dusty easterly or north-easterly winds on the West African coast that prevail between December to February. 
To make matters worse, nearly 600,000 hectares of the 1.4 million hectares of land in Ghana that is under cocoa production has been infected with Swollen Foot Virus, which affects cocoa trees, harming their yield, and ultimately killing them, according to Reuters.
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Chart representing Cocoa prices in USD per Tonne: source: tradingeconomics.com
Even as the dust settles on these issues, climate change-driven shifting weather patterns are threatening to destroy West Africa's cocoa industry for good.
Max Dugan-Knight, a climate data scientist at Deep Sky, a Canadian carbon capture startup, says that cocoa is grown in tropical climates, but persistent temperatures above 90°F kill cocoa trees. Both Ivory Coast and Ghana now see extended periods above these thresholds every year.
Climate change is causing more extreme heat, extreme precipitation, and larger swings between hot and cold and wet and dry. None of that is good for crops like cocoa, he adds.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs &amp; Other Structural Issues</h2>
While critical problems continue to persist across key areas of the supply, new structural issues have since cropped up, further adding to the complexity of this crisis.
With just two days left for Easter, the White House is planning its annual Easter Egg Roll, a time-honored tradition going back nearly 150 years. The event will use 30,000 real eggs, but for those who want to celebrate with chocolate Easter Bunnies and eggs, things aren't as festive.
Recently, the U.S. Government <a href="https://benzinga.com/25/04/44616760/donald-trump-sets-reciprocal-tariffs-on-key-trade-partners-in-historic-policy-shock">imposed reciprocal tariffs</a> of 21% on the Ivory Coast and 10% on Ghana, making cocoa more expensive for importers and chocolate producers located in the United States. To make matters worse, no region in the U.S. besides small parts of Hawaii is suitable for cultivating cocoa.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Shrinkflation Takes Hold of Big Chocolate</h2>
The big chocolate and confectionery companies such as Hershey Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>) and Mondelez International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>), which owns Cadbury's, have come under pressure from rising raw material prices, but not to the extent that was expected.
While cocoa prices have rallied over 300%, Hershey's has raised prices by 12% to 13% for some products, Mondelez by less than 10% for its chocolate products, while other popular brands such as Lindt &amp; Spruengli AG have hiked prices by 6.5%.
According to the consumer price index, the retail price of chocolate has increased by 3% over the past year. A part of this was owing to the extensive hedging strategies and long-term contracts used by the big companies to handle volatility, but that doesn't last very long.
As cocoa prices show no signs of retreating, companies have begun employing other strategies to maintain their prices and margins in the long run.&nbsp;
This includes a reduction in product sizes, or ‘Shrinkflation,' along with changing formulations, with some products now labeled &#8220;chocolatey&#8221; or &#8220;chocolate flavored&#8221; to reflect reduced cocoa content, according to a <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-29/rising-cocoa-prices-drive-mars-hersey-to-use-less-chocolate">report</a> by Bloomberg.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Small Craft Chocolatiers Are Doing Better</h2>
Smaller craft chocolatiers see an opportunity in this crisis and are using their unique niche positioning to pass on the costs to consumers.
According to Chaitanya Muppala, the CEO of Manam Chocolate, an Indian craft chocolate brand focused on ethical sourcing and sustainability, "Given that for many companies the cacao content is going to change to cushion the volatility, this stands as an opportunity for us to truly familiarize people with premium quality, world-class chocolate."
Muppala adds that fine flavor cacao that craft chocolatiers work with has always traded at a premium to bulk cacao, and while the gap has narrowed, it still trades at a considerable premium. "We don't bother much about spot cacao prices," he says.
According to Carla Martin, director of the Fine Cacao and Chocolate Institute at Harvard University, there are 400 specialty chocolate companies in the U.S., a number that has doubled since 2017. She now worries that the rising prices alongside the new tariffs by the Trump administration could kill this nascent industry, as <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/01/03/climate-related-cocoa-shortages-put-strain-on-the-global-chocolate-industry">reported</a> by The Marketplace. &nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Easter Bunnies: More Expensive Than Ever, Not Getting Any Cheaper</h2>
Chocolate Easter bunnies, already costlier to produce due to their intricate shapes, are expected to see price increases, with German manufacturers reporting bunnies are 2 to 3 times more expensive than regular chocolate bars, according to a <a href="https://www.dw.com/en/germany-high-global-cocoa-prices-hamper-easter-bunny-output/a-72220808">report</a> by DW.&nbsp;
Cocoa's rally has turned a holiday indulgence into a bellwether for climate resilience and trade policy. Whether the industry can channel record prices into better farm incomes and sustainable replanting will determine if the current boom ends in relief, or another meltdown the following Easter.
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<li>Coinbase Institutional has suggested that the cryptocurrency market is at the start of a bearish cycle.</li>
<li>Bitcoin and major altcoins have fallen below a key technical level.</li>
<li>Coinbase Institutional does not expect the cryptocurrency bear market cycle to last long.</li>
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Amid <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44830360/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-match-stock-futures-decline-as-nvidia-faces-pressure-analyst-sees-signs-of-resumption-of-btcs-uptrend">declining prices and growing market uncertainty</a> over the past few months, the burning question on the minds of several cryptocurrency market participants has been: Is the bull market cycle over?
Coinbase Institutional, the institution-facing arm of the leading U.S. cryptocurrency exchange, is the latest to attempt to answer the question. The answer? Probably, especially in the short term.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">‘Crypto Winter'</h2>
&#8220;Several converging signals may be pointing to the start of a new &#8216;crypto winter,'&#8221; Coinbase Institutional Global Head of Research David Duong asserted in a Tuesday <a href="https://www.coinbase.com/institutional/research-insights/research/monthly-outlook/monthly-outlook-apr-2025">note</a>.
Crypto winter is an extended bear market phase characterized by falling prices, low volumes, and negative market sentiment.
Amid market uncertainty sparked by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44845141/nvidia-drags-wall-street-down-gold-defies-gravity-ahead-of-powell-remarks-whats-driving-markets-wednesday">the U.S.-led trade war</a>, Duong argues that Bitcoin has been trading in bear market territory since late March and altcoins, specifically the top 50 coins per market cap, since the end of February, citing the 200-day moving average.
The moving average is a technical indicator traders often rely on to cut through the noise from market fluctuations and identify the underlying trend. The 200DMA, in particular, is widely believed to indicate long-term market trends. If an asset&#8217;s price is above the indicator, it is considered to be in a bull market and vice versa.
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Bitcoin fell below the 200DMA on March 9 and has failed to hold above since.
Beyond the 200DMA, Duong highlighted significant declines in the total cryptocurrency market capitalization and venture capital funding as further evidence that cryptocurrencies were in a bear market cycle.
Specifically, he noted that the total crypto market capitalization, excluding Bitcoin, stood at $950 billion, down 41% from a December 2024 high of $1.6 trillion and 17% year-on-year.
At the same time, according to the analyst, venture capital funding in the cryptocurrency space remains over 50% below the levels observed during the height of the 2021-2022 cycle, suggesting reduced fresh capital inflows, especially for altcoins.
But Duong remains optimistic that the current cryptocurrency bear market trajectory may not last long.&nbsp;
&#8220;We still believe that crypto prices may be able to find their floor in mid-to-late 2Q25 &#8211; setting up a better 3Q25,&#8221; he wrote.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Improved Global Liquidity</h2>
Speaking to Benzinga about why Coinbase Institutional is anticipating a Q3 market recovery, Duong explained that he expects global liquidity to recover in late Q2, helped by anticipated lower borrowing costs from interest rate reductions. At the same time, he asserted that secular trends like AI were likely to sustain long-term growth.
&#8220;Thus, we think it&#8217;s possible that this quarter may represent the low for crypto prices in 2025 – barring any major paradigm shifts – as tax cuts, deregulation and other stimulative fiscal policies may yet materialize later this year. That would also enable some of positive [sic] crypto regulatory developments to support markets,&#8221; he submitted.
The positive cryptocurrency regulatory developments referenced by Duong likely refer to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/25/04/44758705/ripple-sec-move-to-end-legal-dispute-as-both-sides-withdraw-appeals">the less combative approach</a> regulators have taken to the sector under President Donald Trump and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44420122/donald-trump-calls-for-stablecoin-legislation-lauds-bitcoin-reserve-biden-got-a-fraction-of-their-value">the push to pass pro-cryptocurrency regulation</a> before year-end.
Citing similar factors, Cardano founder <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/04/44781236/why-cardano-founder-sees-bitcoin-hitting-250k-this-year-despite-trump-tariffs">Charles Hoskinson recently contended</a> that Bitcoin still had the potential to surge to a new price record of $250,000 this year. At the time of writing, however, the asset is struggling to hold above the $85,000 price point.
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Coinbase Institutional Says Several Signs Point To 'Crypto Winter' But Remains Optimistic About H2 2025

Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen anticipates that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) will maintain its dominance over altcoins until there are alterations in the US monetary policy.
What Happened: In a video post on Wednesday, Cowen communicated his insights to his 892,000 YouTube subscribers. He anticipates that the total market cap of altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, will persist in its decline against Bitcoin.
Cowen&#8217;s prediction is that Bitcoin will continue to outperform altcoins until the US Federal Reserve relaxes its monetary policy. &#8220;My base case right now for Bitcoin dominance is that it will likely go higher until quantitative tightening is over,&#8221; Cowen expressed in the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMU14i4PIYk">post</a>.
The term Bitcoin dominance refers to the proportion of Bitcoin&#8217;s total market capitalization in comparison to all other crypto assets. A rise in Bitcoin dominance signifies that Bitcoin is either ascending faster than other crypto assets or its descent is less severe.
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Regarding the timeline for the Federal Reserve to relax its monetary policy, Cowen said, &#8220;Now, I don&#8217;t know how long it&#8217;s&nbsp;going to take them to&nbsp;end quantitative tightening, it&#8217;s&nbsp;possible they end it this&nbsp;summer.&#8221;
At the time of the report, Bitcoin was trading at $84,270.
Why It Matters: The dominance of Bitcoin over altcoins has significant implications for investors and the broader cryptocurrency market. If Bitcoin continues to outperform altcoins, it could lead to a consolidation of investment in Bitcoin, potentially driving its price even higher. 
Conversely, a shift in the US monetary policy that leads to an easing of the Federal Reserve&#8217;s current stance could disrupt this trend, leading to a more even distribution of investment across different cryptocurrencies. 
This prediction by Cowen provides valuable insight for investors navigating the volatile cryptocurrency market.
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This Crypto Analyst Forecasts Bitcoin's Superiority Over Altcoins Until This Happens

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중국의 투자 주도 성장 시대가 끝난 것으로 보인다. 이제 중국의 경제 성장은 가계 소비에 의해 주도될 것으로 예상된다. 월요일에 발표된 데이터에 따르면, 2025년 첫 두 달 동안 중국의 소매 판매가 전년 대비 4.0% 증가하여 12월의 3.7% 성장에서 가속화되었다.
중국의 경제 성장 둔화로 소비자들은 점점 더 중고 및 리퍼브(재생품) 소비로 눈을 돌리고 있으며, 저렴함과 지속 가능성을 우선시하고 있다.
이러한 트렌드를 활용하는 기업들과 그들의 최근 실적을 살펴보겠다.
PDD 홀딩스, 4분기 매출 추정치 하회
중국 전자상거래 플랫폼 핀둬둬(Pinduoduo)와 테무(Temu)의 모회사 PDD 홀딩스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>)는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44414695/temu-parent-pdd-holdings-drops-after-q4-revenue-miss-details" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">목요일에 2024년 4분기 및 회계연도 실적</a>을 발표했다.
이 회사는 모든 주요 지표에서 강력한 성장을 기록했지만, 분기 매출이 높은 기대에 미치지 못했다. 4분기 총 매출은 전년 대비 24% 증가하여 1,106억 1,000만 위안(151억 5,000만 달러)에 달했으나, 컨센서스 예상치인 1,151억 5,000만 위안을 하회했다.
영업 이익은 전년 대비 14% 증가하여 255억 9,000만 위안(35억 1,000만 달러)에 달했으며, 비GAAP 기준 순이익은 280억 위안(38억 6,000만 달러)이었다. 조정된 주당 순이익(ADS)은 20.15 위안(2.76달러)으로, 예상치인 19.84 위안을 상회했다.
&#8220;앞으로도 우리는 플랫폼 생태계에 대한 투자를 장기적인 가치 창출 전략의 초석으로 삼을 것&#8221;이라고 PDD 홀딩스의 재무 부사장인 리우 준(Jun Liu)이 실적 발표 전화 회의에서 말했다.
PDD 홀딩스에 대한 분석가 등급 변경
<ul>
<li>노무라의 분석가 시 지아롱(<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/597f2735c1f5580001ef53be/jialong-shi">Jialong Shi</a>)가 목요일에 매수에서 중립으로 등급을 하향 조정하고, 목표 주가를 137달러에서 130달러로 낮췄다.</li>
<li>US 타이거 증권의 분석가 보 페이(<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5e4d2018ece4e600011f25ca/bo-pei">Bo Pei</a>)가 매수에서 보유로 등급을 하향 조정하고 목표 주가는 130달러로 유지했다.</li>
</ul>
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샤오미, 기록적인 연간 매출 및 수익 발표
중국의 스마트폰 거인 샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>)가 화요일에 4분기 매출이 전년 대비 49% 증가하여 1,090억 위안(151억 달러)으로 기록적인 수치를 기록했다고 발표했다. 이는 시장 예상치인 1,039억 4,000만 위안을 상회하는 수치이다.
조정된 순이익은 전년 대비 70% 증가하여 83억 2,000만 위안으로, 예상치인 63억 9,900만 위안을 상회했다.
전체 연간 매출은 3,659억 위안(506억 2,000만 달러)으로 35% 증가했으며, 조정된 순이익도 사상 최고인 272억 위안(37억 6,000만 달러)으로 전년 대비 41.3% 증가했다.
이 회사는 2025년 전기차(EV) 배송 목표를 30만 대에서 35만 대로 상향 조정했으며, 이는 주가가 2023년 현재까지 거의 40% 하락한 테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)에 대한 치열한 경쟁을 제기한다. 또한 샤오미는 핸드폰 출하 목표를 1억 8,000만 대로 상향 조정했으며, 이는 애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)의 시장 점유율을 잠식하면서 중국에서 계속해서 시장 점유율을 확대하고 있다.
&#8220;샤오미에게는 이정표가 되는 해였습니다. 우리는 모바일폰, 자동차, IoT 및 기타 사업들이 병행하여 성장하는 빠른 성장 궤도로 들어섰다&#8221;라고 이 회사의 사장 루 웨이빙(Lu Weibing)이 샤오미의 실적 발표 전화 회의에서 말했다.
AT리뉴, 흑자 전환
AT리뉴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RERE#NYSE">RERE</a>)는 최근 4분기 매출이 전년 대비 25.2% 증가하여 48.5억 위안(6억 6,440만 달러)으로 급증했다고 발표했다. 회사는 영업 이익이 5,310만 위안(730만 달러)으로, 2023년 같은 분기에는 손실을 기록했다고 보고했다.
전체 연간 매출은 25.9% 증가하여 163.9억 위안(22억 4,000만 달러)에 달했으며, 조정된 영업 이익은 62.8% 증가하여 4억 970만 위안(5,610만 달러)으로 증가했다.
주목할 만한 기타 주식
<ul>
<li>애플은 전 세계 리퍼브 스마트폰 시장에서 약 50%의 점유율로 선두를 달리고 있다.</li>
<li>리퍼브 제품은 이베이(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EBAY#NASDAQ">EBAY</a>)의 총 상품 가치(GMV)의 60% 이상을 차지한다.</li>
<li>이 분야의 다른 주요 업체로는 삼성전자(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>), 아마존닷컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), 베스트 바이(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>)가 있다.</li>
</ul>
주가 동향
<ul>
<li>PDD 홀딩스의 주식은 금요일 3.27% 하락하여 126.64달러에 마감되었다.</li>
<li>샤오미의 주식은 금요일 1.52% 하락하여 7.15달러에 마감되었다.</li>
<li>AT리뉴의 주식은 금요일 2.21% 하락하여 3.10달러에 마감되었다.</li>
</ul>
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벤징가는 지난주 <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">많은 투자자들이 선호하는 주식들</a>의 전망을 조사한 결과를 바탕으로, 다음과 같이 주요 뉴스 몇 가지를 요약했다.
다우, S&amp;P 500 그리고 나스닥이 각각 3.7%, 2.9% 및 2.5% 상승하며 모두 몇 주 만에 가장 강력한 상승폭을 기록했다.
12월 인플레이션 보고서에서 2.9% 상승과 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/01/43003047/stocks-rise-on-core-inflation-slowdown-banks-rally-after-strong-q4-earnings-treasury-yields-plummet" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">완화된 핵심 인플레이션</a>이 발표되어 올해 연준 금리 인하에 대한 낙관론을 불러일으켰다. 주요 은행들이 뛰어난 실적을 발표하면서 금융 주식이 6% 급등했으며, 골드만삭스는 11% 상승하여 기록적인 최고가를 기록했다.
한편, 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)이 100,000달러를 넘어서며 암호화폐 친화적인 정책에 대한 기대감이 커졌다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/43068335/wall-street-rallies-as-inflation-fears-recede-banks-smash-earnings-bitcoin-reclaims-100000-this-week-in-the-markets">트럼프 행정부</a>의 출범과 관련이 있다.
벤징가는 투자자들이 가장 선호하는 주식들에 대한 일일 보고서를 제공한다. 지난주 가장 긍정적(bullish)이고 부정적(bearish)인 포스트 몇 가지를 다시 살펴보겠다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">긍정적인 소식들</h3>
"<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43036902/tesla-stock-valuation-analyst-flags-long-term-growth-opportunities-robotaxis-fsd">테슬라 주식 &#8216;가치 평가가 이미 충분하다&#8217;: 애널리스트가 로보택시와 FSD를 통한 장기 성장 기회를 강조하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서 Chris Katje는 테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)에 대해 완전 자율주행(FSD) 기술이 발전함에 따라 로보택시에서 2027년 매출이 1억 1,500만 달러에 이를 것으로 예측하는 골드만삭스 애널리스트의 통찰력을 다루었다.
"<a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/crypto/dogecoin/%EB%8F%84%EC%A7%80%EC%BD%94%EC%9D%B8-%ED%8A%B8%EB%9F%BC%ED%94%84-%EC%B7%A8%EC%9E%84-%ED%9B%84-%EC%82%AC%EC%83%81-%EC%B5%9C%EA%B3%A0%EC%B9%98-%EB%8F%8C%ED%8C%8C%ED%95%A0%EA%B9%8C/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">도지코인, 트럼프 취임 후 사상 최고가 갱신할까? 인플루언서가 &#8216;패턴이 거의 동일하다&#8217;고 말하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서는 Aniket Verma가 도지코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)이 2021년 취임 후 랠리를 재현할 수 있다는 추측을 다루었다. 한 인플루언서는 역사적 패턴이 반복된다면 DOGE가 0.73달러로 두 배 상승할 수 있다고 주장했다.
"<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/initiation/25/01/43010706/doge-fears-for-defense-contractors-lockheed-martin-northrop-grumman-overblown-analyst-says">DOGE, 방산업체 록히드 마틴과 노스롭 그루먼 우려 &#8216;과장됐다&#8217;고 애널리스트는 말하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서는 Erica Kollmann은 한 애널리스트가 록히드 마틴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>)과 노스롭 그루먼(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>)에 매수 등급과 목표 주가를 각각 579달러와 544달러로 설정하며, 도널드 트럼프의 정부 효율부 제안과 관련된 우려는 과장되었다고 일축했다고 보도했다.
추가적인 긍정적 의견들은 다음과 같다:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42948649/goldman-sachs-warns-of-90-oil-risk-trump-may-not-ease-sanctions-once-he-takes-office">골드만삭스, 유가 90달러 경고: &#8216;트럼프, 취임 후 제재 완화 안할 듯&#8217;</a>
<a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%E7%BE%8E-%EB%8C%80%EC%84%A0-%EC%9D%B4%ED%9B%84-%EB%AF%BC%EA%B0%84-%EA%B5%90%EB%8F%84%EC%86%8C-%EC%BD%94%EC%96%B4%EC%8B%9C%EB%B9%85%EA%B3%BC-%EC%A7%80%EC%98%A4-%EA%B7%B8%EB%A3%B9%EC%9D%98-%EC%A3%BC/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">코어시빅, 지오 그룹, 선거일 이후 두 자릿수 상승: 왜 트럼프가 민간 교도소 주식을 부양하는가</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43035566/taiwan-semiconductor-projects-ai-revenue-to-double-in-2025-highlights-advanced-packaging-as-growth-driver-analyst">대만 반도체, AI 매출 2025년 두 배 증가 예상: 고급 패키징을 성장 동력으로 강조</a>
<h3>부정적인 소식들</h3>
"<a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EB%A9%94%ED%83%80%EC%9D%98-%EC%BD%98%ED%85%90%EC%B8%A0-%EC%A4%91%EC%9E%AC-%EC%A0%95%EC%B1%85-%EB%B3%80%EA%B2%BD%EC%97%90-%EA%B4%91%EA%B3%A0%EC%A3%BC%EB%93%A4-%EC%9A%B0%EB%A0%A4/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">메타의 콘텐츠 조정 변화가 광고주들을 불안하게 하다: 저커버그가 트럼프와 머스크에 동조하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서 Anusuya Lahiri는 메타 플랫폼스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)가 일론 머스크의 X에 영감을 받은 &#8220;표현의 자유&#8221; 콘텐츠 조정 스타일을 채택하여 광고주들의 유해한 콘텐츠에 대한 우려를 불러일으켰다고 보도했다.
"<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/01/43037214/drone-maker-red-cat-set-to-be-blown-out-of-the-sky-short-seller-claims-management-set-almost-impossible-expectations">드론 제작사 레드 캣 &#8216;하늘에서 날아갈 위기&#8217;: 공매도 투자자가 경영진이 &#8216;거의 불가능한&#8217; 기대치를 설정했다고 주장하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서 Adam Eckert는 케리스데일 캐피털(Kerrisdale Capital)이 레드 캣 홀딩스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCAT#NASDAQ">RCAT</a>)에 공매도 포지션을 취하며, 이 회사의 가치는 미군 SRR 드론 계약에 대한 비현실적인 기대치로 부풀려졌다고 주장했다.
"<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42986042/apple-sees-market-share-decline-in-2024-as-chinese-smartphone-brands-surge-globally-idc">애플, 2024년 시장 점유율 감소 전망: IDC에 따르면 중국 스마트폰 브랜드가 전 세계적으로 급증하다</a>"라는 제목의 기사에서 Anusuya Lahiri는 애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)이 샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>)와 같은 중국 경쟁자들에게 글로벌 시장 점유율을 잃고 있다고 보도하였다. 이는 2024년에 스마트폰 출하량이 6.4% 증가하면서 발생한 일이다.
더 많은 부정적인 소식은 다음과 같다:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42970112/nvidia-order-delays-and-ai-sanctions-threaten-global-sales-offer-growth-opportunity-for-us-tech-giants">미국 반도체 제재는 엔비디아에 문제를 일으키지만, 빅테크에는 기회를 제공할 수 있다</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/43017875/southwest-airlines-is-sued-by-department-of-transportation-over-chronically-delayed-flights">사우스웨스트 항공, &#8216;지연이 만성적&#8217;인 비행편으로 교통부에 고소당하다</a>
<a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%95%84%EC%84%9C-%ED%97%A4%EC%9D%B4%EC%A6%88-%EB%A7%88%EC%9D%B4%ED%81%AC%EB%A1%9C%EC%8A%A4%ED%8A%B8%EB%A0%88%ED%8B%B0%EC%A7%80-%EB%B9%84%ED%8A%B8%EC%BD%94%EC%9D%B8-%EB%B3%80%EB%8F%99%EC%84%B1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">마이클 세일러의 마이크로스트레티지는 비트코인 변동성이 떨어지면 어려움을 겪을 것이다, 아서 헤이즈가 말하다 &#8211; 나는 MSTR을 전혀 거래하지 않을 것이다</a>
 
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인터내셔널 데이터 코퍼레이션(International Data Corp: IDC)는 2024년 4분기 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/smartphones" target="_blank" rel="noopener">전 세계 스마트폰 출하량</a>이 2.4% 증가한 3억 3,170만 대를 기록했다는 예비 데이터를 발표했다.
이는 6개 분기 연속 출하량 성장이며, 지난 2년간의 감소세 이후 2024년은 6.4% 성장과 12억 4천만 대의 출하량으로 한 해를 마감했다.
<a href="//www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS53072325"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IDC의 애널리스트</a>인 나빌라 포팔(Nabila Popal)은 공급업체들이 프로모션에 집중하고, 다양한 가격대의 디바이스를 출시하고, 무이자 할부 프로그램을 제공하고, 공격적으로 디바이스를 거래하여 프리미엄화를 촉진했으며, 특히 중국과 신흥 시장에서 저가형 디바이스를 강화함으로써 성장을 촉진하기 위한 전략을 성공적으로 조정했다고 언급했다.
포팔은 2025년의 지속적인 성장에 대해 낙관적인 전망을 내놓으면서도 업계에 불확실성을 촉발한 도널드 트럼프 행정부의 관세 위협을 지적했다.
IDC는 2025년에도 교체 주기가 계속 길어지고, 억눌린 수요가 충족됨에 따라 시장이 더딘 속도로 성장할 것으로 예상한다.
애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)과 삼성전자(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>)는 4분기 및 한 해 동안 상위 1, 2위 자리를 유지했지만, 두 회사 모두 전년 대비 하락세를 보였고 올해에는 저렴한 디바이스, 빠른 확장, 중국 내 개발에 주력하며 전체 시장을 주도한 중국 업체들에게 시장 점유율을 빼앗겼다.
한편 샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>)(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>)는 상위 5개 업체 중 가장 높은 전년 대비 성장률을 기록하며 분기 및 연간 3위를 차지했다. 트랜션(Transsion)은 4위를 차지했지만 분기별로는 비보(Vivo), 연간으로는 오포(Oppo)와 동률을 기록했다.
프란시스코 제로니모(Francisco Jeronimo)는 4분기에 괄목할 만한 성과를 거둔 업체로 샤오미, 오포, 비보, 아너(Honor), 화웨이(Huawei), 레노보(Lenovo), 리얼미(Realme), 트랜션, TCL, ZTE를 꼽았다. 이들 업체는 분기 사상 최대 출하량을 기록하며 전 세계 스마트폰 출하량의 56%를 차지했다.
제로니모는 이들 브랜드의 핵심 시장은 여전히 중국과 아시아지만, 중저가 디바이스 덕분에 유럽과 아프리카에서 입지를 넓혀가고 있다고 언급했다. 화웨이는 하이엔드 및 프리미엄 부문에서 대부분의 출하량을 기록하며 차별화되고 있다.
또한 이번 주에 카운터포인트(Counterpoint)는 2024년에 애플 인텔리전스 기능이 없는 아이폰이 중국에서 인기를 얻지 못하면서, 국내 업체들에게 자리를 내주었다고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/emerging-markets/25/01/42951487/apples-iphone-market-share-declines-in-china-huawei-and-xiaomi-gain-momentum-in-2024-counterpoint" target="_blank" rel="noopener">지적했다</a>.
카운터포인트에 따르면 2024년 전 세계 스마트폰 판매량은 유럽, 중국, 라틴 아메리카를 중심으로 4% 성장했다.
카운터포인트는 AI 기능을 갖춘 스마트폰이 중급 기기의 표준이 될 것으로 예상한다. 카운터포인트는 2028년까지 250달러 이상 스마트폰의 90%가 생성형 AI를 지원할 것으로 예상한다.
지난 12개월 동안 애플 주가는 28% 급등했다. 투자자들은 iShares Global Tech ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IXN#NYSE">IXN</a>)와 Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTEC#NYSE">FTEC</a>)를 통해 애플 주식에 노출될 수 있다.
주가 움직임: 애플 주가는 화요일 0.48% 하락한 233.28달러에 마감했다.
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중국이 스마트폰과 기타 전자기기를 포함한 소비 보조금을 확대하고 있다.
무슨 일이 있었나: 현재 가전제품과 차량을 포함하는 국가 차원에서의 보상 프로그램이 이제 휴대폰, 태블릿 그리고 스마트워치와 같은 개인 기기로 확장된다.
중국의 최고 경제 계획 기관 관계자들은 금요일 브리핑에서 이러한 확대를 발표했다고 블룸버그가 <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-03/china-to-subsidize-smartphone-purchases-in-bid-to-lift-spending" target="_blank" rel="noopener">보도</a>했다.
이 보조금은 세계 최대 스마트폰 시장을 활성화할 것으로 예상되며, 화웨이 테크놀로지스 및 샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>)와 같은 브랜드 그리고 알리바바 그룹 홀딩(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) 및 JD닷컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>)과 같은 플랫폼들에 혜택을 줄 것이다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42716915/porn-on-spotify-users-discover-explicit-content-hidden-in-search-results-sparking-outrage-over-moderation-loopholes?itm_source=parsely-api">스포티파이 사용자가 검색 결과에 숨겨진 성인 콘텐츠를 발견하여 검열 허점에 대한 분노를 불러일으킴</a>
이 이니셔티브는 소비를 촉진하고 잠재적인 새로운 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41737933/trump-tariff-proposed-may-cost-americans-78b-in-spending-study">미국의 중국산 수출품 관세</a>에 대응하기 위한 중국의 전략의 일환이다.
2024년 말 여러 지방에서 자체 보상 프로그램을 시작했지만, 전국적인 노력이 더 큰 영향을 미칠 것으로 예상다. 이번 프로그램 확대에 대한 자세한 계획은 곧 발표될 예정이다.
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왜 중요한가: 화웨이는 이미 애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/01/42759147/apple-discounts-iphone-16-prices-in-china-by-up-to-68-5-as-it-battles-huaweis-resurgence-in-the-country">시장 점유율을 빼앗고</a> 있다. 아이폰은 화웨이의 차세대 메이트(Mate) 시리즈와 치열한 경쟁을 벌이고 있다.
7월에 보도된 바에 따르면, 애플의 순위가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/07/39954971/apple-drops-from-3rd-to-6th-in-china-amid-intensifying-competition-huawei-shipments-surge-41-in-">중국 시장에서</a> 3위에서 6위로 떨어졌다. 같은 기간 동안 화웨이는 전년 대비 41% 증가했다.
3분기에는 이 기술 대기업의 중국 내 스마트폰 판매가 전년 대비 0.3% 감소하여 시장 점유율이 15.6%에 불과했다. 한편, 화웨이는 놀라운 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42721523/apples-chinese-rival-huawei-slashes-prices-for-new-year-boost-should-tim-cook-led-company-be-worried-heres-what-analysts-are-saying-about-aapl-stock">42% 성장</a>을 기록하며 15.3%의 시장 점유율로 올라섰다.
현재 쿠퍼티노는 중국에서 아이폰 16 모델에 대해 최대 500위안(약 $68.50)의 할인 혜택을 제공하고 있다. 프로모션 기간은 1월 4일부터 1월 7일까지이다.

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<article>최신 기술에 대한 매력적인 할인으로 유명한 블랙 프라이데이는 항상 쇼핑객이 기대하는 할인 혜택을 제공하지 못할 수도 있다. KnownHost의 최근 연구에 따르면 이러한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/retail-sales/24/11/42220200/black-friday-discounts-too-good-to-be-true-survey-shows-only-42-of-sales-are-authentic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8220;딜&#8221;의 거의 3분의 1이 실제 비용 절감이 아닌 것</a>으로 나타났다.
실적
HP(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPQ#NYSE">HPQ</a>)는 4분기 주당 93센트의 실적을 발표하였으며, 이는 애널리스트의 컨센서스 추정치와 일치했다. 분기 매출은 140억 5천만 달러로 애널리스트의 <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/hp-4%EB%B6%84%EA%B8%B0-%EC%8B%A4%EC%A0%81-%EB%B0%8F-%EC%95%BD%EC%84%B8-%EC%A0%84%EB%A7%9D-%EB%B0%9C%ED%91%9C-%EC%9D%B4%ED%9B%84-%EC%8B%9C%EA%B0%84%EC%99%B8-7-%EC%9D%B4%EC%83%81-%ED%95%98%EB%9D%BD/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">컨센서스 추정치</a>인 139억 9천만 달러를 초과했다.
델 테크놀로지스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>)는 3분기 주당 2.15달러의 실적을 발표하였으며, 이는 애널리스트의 컨센서스 추정치인 2.05달러를 초과했습니다. 분기 매출은 243억 7천만 달러로, <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EB%8D%B8-%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%86%80%EB%A1%9C%EC%A7%80%EC%8A%A4%EC%9D%98-3%EB%B6%84%EA%B8%B0-%EB%A7%A4%EC%B6%9C%EC%9D%B4-%EC%98%88%EC%83%81%EC%9D%84-%ED%95%98%ED%9A%8C-%EC%A3%BC%EA%B0%80%EB%8A%94/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">컨센서스 추정치</a>인 246억 5천만 달러를 밑돌았다.
게임
소니 그룹(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>)은 12월 PS 플러스 게임으로 &#8216;잇 테익스 투(It Takes Two),&#8217; &#8216;에일리언: 다크 디센트(Aliens: Dark Descent)&#8217; 및 &#8216;템템(TemTem)&#8217;을 발표하였으며, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42222962/ps-plus-december-lineup-new-games-exclusive-trials-30th-anniversary-surprises" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">12월 3일부터 1월 6일까지 이용 가능</a>하다.
소니는 듀얼센스 엣지(DualSense Edge) 컨트롤러, 펄스 엘리트(Pulse Elite) 무선 헤드폰 및 펄스익스플로어 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/42172580/black-playstation-accessories-may-appear-ahead-of-holiday-season-dealabs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">무선 이어폰</a>의 블랙 버전을 소개할 준비를 하고 있다고 한다.
유비소프트 몬트리올(Ubisoft Montreal)은 알테라(Alterra)라는 코드명으로 소셜 시뮬레이션 게임을 개발 중이며, 닌텐도 ADR(OTCPK:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ntdoy" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for NTDOY">NTDOY</a>)의 동물의 숲(Animal Crossing)과 마이크로소프트(NASDAQ:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/msft" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for MSFT">MSFT</a>)의 마인크래프트(Minecraft)에서 영감을 받은 요소가 혼합되어 있다.
닌텐도는 젤다의 전설 팬들 사이에서 가장 오랜 논쟁 중 하나를 해결하며 &#8216;지혜의 투영(Echoes of Wisdom)&#8217;이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42195150/nintendo-confirms-where-echoes-of-wisdom-falls-in-the-zelda-timeline" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">프랜차이즈의 복잡한 타임라인</a>에서 어디에 해당하는지 확인했다.
액티비전(Activision)은 자사의 리코셰(Ricochet) 방지 팀이 &#8216;콜 오브 듀티: 블랙 옵스 6&#8217; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/42198567/19000-bans-and-counting-but-players-say-cheating-still-dominates-call-of-duty-black-ops-6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">랭크 플레이에서 19,000 계정을 금지했다</a>고 발표했다.
CD 프로젝트 SA(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OTGLY#OTC">OTGLY</a>)는 새로운 위쳐 3부작의 첫 번째 작품인 프로젝트 폴라리스(Project Polaris)가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/42199470/project-polaris-hits-full-scale-production-whats-next-for-the-witcher-and-cd-projekt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">사전 제작에서 본격적인 제작으로 전환</a>했다고 발표했다.
기술
미국 정부는 인텔(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>)의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/11/42185698/qualcomms-interest-in-taking-over-intel-wanes-due-to-complexities-involved-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">85억 달러 연방 칩 보조금</a>을 줄일 계획이라고 한다.
러시아에 연계된 해킹 그룹 롬콤(RomCom)은 모질라 파이어폭스와 마이크로소프트의 윈도우의 취약점을 이용하여 사용자를 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42208148/russian-hackers-launch-widespread-cyber-assault-using-firefox-and-windows-zero-days-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-romcom-exploit" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">유럽과 북미 전역에서 공격</a>했다.
텔레그램은 2024년 상반기 동안 5억 2천 5백만 달러의 매출을 기록하며 강력한 암호화폐 보유 실적으로 상당한 재무 성장을 보고했다. 이는 CEO인 파벨 두로프의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42180964/telegrams-crypto-boom-shields-business-amid-founder-pavel-durovs-legal-troubles-revenue-soars-to-525m-in-2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">법적 문제에도 불구하고</a> 발생한 일이다.
스마트폰
애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)은 소프트웨어 업데이트 접근 방식을 변경할 계획이라고 보도되었다. 이 기술 대기업은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42183616/apple-could-delay-key-ios-19-features-plans-shifting-to-staggered-rollouts-with-2026-siri-overhaul-and-more" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">모든 기능을 연간 iOS 릴리스에 묶는 대신</a> 새로운 기능을 단계적으로 롤아웃하는 방향을 선택하는 것으로 보인다.
애플은 2024년 블랙 프라이데이 프로모션을 발표하였다. 이 프로모션은 11월 29일부터 12월 2일까지 진행되며, 고객이 적격 제품을 구매하면 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42155932/apple-black-friday-2024-get-up-to-200-in-gift-cards-on-iphones-macs-airpods-and-more-heres-everything-you-need-to-know" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">직접 할인 대신 기프트 카드를 제공</a>한다.
샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>)는 향후 스마트폰을 위한 자체 모바일 프로세서를 출시할 예정이며, 이는 퀄컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/11/42190353/xiaomi-set-to-challenge-qualcomm-mediatek-as-it-ventures-into-chipmaking-once-again" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">및 미디어텍</a>(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDTKF#OTC">MDTKF</a>)에 대한 의존도를 줄이기 위한 것이다.
중국의 화웨이 테크놀로지스는 내년부터 스마트폰과 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/11/42207001/apples-premium-phone-reign-in-china-meets-challenger-in-huaweis-mate-70-as-new-smartphone-breaks-free-from-googles-grip" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">태블릿에서</a> 구글의 안드로이드를 자사 개발 운영체제로 교체할 것이다.
일론 머스크
일론 머스크가 이끄는 스페이스X는 연방 통신 위원회(FCC)로부터 스타링크 직접 연결(Starlink Direct-to-Cell) 서비스에 대한 상용 라이선스를 획득했다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/42208569/spacexs-starlink-direct-to-cell-service-gets-commercial-license-from-fcc-heres-what-it-means" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">위성 기반 모바일 연결성</a>의 범위를 확장하는 데 중요한 단계이다.
일론 머스크의 회사인 뉴럴링크(Neuralink)는 혁신적인 뇌 임플란트 기술과 로봇 팔을 포함한 새로운 타당성 시험을 시작할 예정이다. 이 시험은 뉴럴링크의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/11/42181583/elon-musks-neuralink-to-launch-new-feasibility-trial-with-brain-implant-and-robotic-arm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">무선 뇌-컴퓨터 인터페이스와 수술 로봇</a>의 안전성과 효과성을 탐색하는 것을 목표로 한다.
인공지능(AI)
테슬라와 스페이스X의 CEO인 일론 머스크는 그의 인공지능 스타트업인 xAI가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/11/42229052/elon-musks-xai-plans-to-make-games-great-again-with-ai-driven-game-studio-can-his-vision-reshape-a-gaming-industry-dominated-by-large-corporations" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AI 기반 게임 스튜디오를 시작할 것이라고</a> 발표했다.
챗GPT 제작사인 오픈AI의 미출시된 소라(Sora) 텍스트-비디오 AI 모델이 베타 테스터 그룹에 의해 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42206104/openais-sora-video-model-leak-exposes-deep-rift-with-artists-unpaid-rd-pr-puppets-and-content-approval-fury-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">유출</a>되었다. 이는 아티스트에 대한 처리 방침을 항의하는 사건이다.
세일즈포스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>)의 CEO인 마크 베니오프는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42156373/marc-benioff-warns-were-near-the-upper-limits-of-llms-the-future-of-ai-lies-in-autonomous-agents-not-bots-like-chatgpt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">오픈AI의 챗GPT</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42156373/marc-benioff-warns-were-near-the-upper-limits-of-llms-the-future-of-ai-lies-in-autonomous-agents-not-bots-like-chatgpt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">와 같은</a> 대규모 언어 모델(LLM)의 &#8216;상한&#8217;에 세계가 도달하고 있다고 경고했다.
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소비자 기술 뉴스 (11월 25일-29): 소니가 12월 PS 플러스 게임 공개, 애플 블랙 프라이데이 등

애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)은 국내 플레이어들이 입지를 굳히면서 중국의 중요한 시장에서 활력을 잃고 있다. 해당 국가에서 애플 인텔리전스(Apple Intelligence) 기능의 가용성에 대한 불확실성은 추가적인 악재이다.
이 아이폰 제조사의 중국 시장 점유율은 2024년 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/07/39954971/apple-drops-from-3rd-to-6th-in-china-amid-intensifying-competition-huawei-shipments-surge-41-in-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2분기</a>에 3위에서 6위로 하락했다. 카날리스(Canalys)에 따르면, 애플의 시장 점유율은 14%로, 전년 대비 2bp(베이시스 포인트) 하락했다.
추가 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/40748185/chinas-markets-still-manage-to-get-nvidia-ai-chips-via-smuggling-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">중국 시장은 여전히 밀수를 통해 엔비디아 AI 칩을 확보하고 있습니다: 보도</a>
중국의 스마트폰 출하량은 2분기에 7천만 대 이상으로 전년 대비 10% 증가했다. 비보(Vivo)는 1위로 부상하여 19%의 시장 점유율을 차지했으며, <a href="https://www.canalys.com/newsroom/china-smartphone-market-Q2-2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1,310만 대를 출하</a>했고, 이는 전년 대비 15% 증가한 수치이다. 이는 오프라인 채널의 견고한 성과와 중국 전자상거래 축제 기간 동안의 강력한 온라인 판매에 힘입은 덕분이다.
오포(OPPO)는 1,130만 대를 출하하여 16%의 시장 점유율로 2위를 유지했다. 아너(HONOR)는 1,070만 대를 출하하여 15%의 시장 점유율로 3위를 차지했으며, 이는 전년 대비 4% 성장한 것이다.
화웨이 테크놀로지스는 전년 동기 대비 41% 성장한 1,060만 대의 출하량을 바탕으로 15%의 시장 점유율로 4위를 차지했다. 샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>)는 전년 대비 17% 증가한 1,000만 대의 출하량에 힘입어 시장 점유율 14%로 5위를 차지했다.
카날리스는 현지 브랜드들의 성공을 오프라인 채널 개선을 바탕으로 한 초기의 대폭적인 할인 및 프로모션에 기인했다.
카날리스는 현지 브랜드들이 생성형 인공 지능(AI)을 통합하여 중국 프리미엄 스마트폰 시장을 계속 공략하고 있으며 지역 공급망과의 긴밀한 협력이 상당한 이점이라고 지적했다.
카날리스는 또한 애플이 적절한 재고 수준을 유지하고 소매 가격을 통제하며 채널 파트너의 마진을 유지하는 데 어려움을 겪고 있다고 지적했다.
화웨이의 $2,800 메이트(Mate) XT 트리폴드 폰은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/40793314/huawei-targets-iphones-premium-market-with-2-800-foldable-mate-xt-launch-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">9월 20일 출시</a>로 아이폰 16 모델의 출시와 겹친다. 애플의 아이폰 16 프로 맥스는 $1,199부터 시작하며, 일반 아이폰 16은 $799이다.
인터내셔널 데이터 코퍼레이션(IDC)은 전 세계 스마트폰 출하량이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40600289/apples-market-share-poised-to-gain-genai-and-iphone-16-lead-the-way-idc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2024년 12억 3천만 대로 5.8% 증가할 것</a>으로 예상하며, 이는 생성형 AI가 중요한 촉매제가 될 것이라고 밝혔다.
그러나 중국 내 경쟁 심화로 인해 안드로이드 성장이 애플 iOS를 앞지를 것으로 예상된다. IDC에 따르면 애플의 성공은 중국에서 현지 AI 파트너십을 구축하는 능력에 달려 있다.
카운터포인트 리서치(Counterpoint Research)의 수석 분석가 이반 램(Ivan Lam)은 <a href="https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3277043/iphone-16s-lack-apple-intelligence-china-leaves-market-open-rivals-huawei" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SCMP에</a> 화웨이 및 기타 중국 브랜드가 견인력을 얻으면서 프리미엄 부문에서 아이폰 시장 점유율이 하락할 가능성이 높다고 말했다.
SCMP는 카날리스의 분석가 루카스 종(Lucas Zhong)을 인용하여 애플이 아직 중국에서의 AI 통합 계획을 공개하지 않았으며 이로 인해 AI 구현 경쟁에서 불리해질 수 있다고 말했다. 그러나 램은 아이폰 업그레이드에 대한 억눌린 수요가 여전히 중국에서의 판매를 증가시킬 수 있다고 지적했다.
가격 동향: 애플 주가는 수요일 1.12% 상승한 $222.56에 마감했다.
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중국은 애플의 시장을 잠식: 이 스마트폰 제조업체의 아시아 경쟁자들과의 순위는?

세계가 실리콘밸리에 집중하는 동안, 한 투자 전략가는 중국의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">인공 지능(AI) 분야에서</a>의 대담한 움직임에 주목하고 있다.
무슨 일이 (What Happened): 크레인셰어스(KraneShares)의 수석 투자 전략가인 데릭 얀(Derek Yan)은 벤징가(Benzinga)와 중국의 거대 인터넷 기업들이 어떻게 대규모 AI 도입을 위한 기반을 마련하고 있는지에 대해 이야기했다.
미국 투자자들은 KraneShares Hang Seng TECH Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KTEC#NYSE">KTEC</a>)와 같은 ETF를 통해 중국 AI 기회에 접근할 수 있다. 이 ETF는 홍콩의 30대 기술 기업들을 추적하며, 클라우드, 전자상거래 및 핀테크와 같은 고성장 혁신 분야에 대한 노출을 제공한다. 주식당 8% 상한이 있는 시가총액 가중 방식이다.
이 ETF의 주요 보유 종목으로는 알리바바 그룹 홀딩(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABAF#NYSE">BABAF</a>), 메이투안(OTCPK:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MPNGF" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MPNGF</a>), 텐센트 홀당스(OTCPK: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TCEHY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TCEHY</a>), 징동닷컴(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), 샤오미(OTCPK:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XIACF">XIACF</a>), 콰이쇼우 테크놀로지(OTCPK:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KUASF" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KUASF</a>)가 포함다.
중국 기업들이 선두를 달리고 있는 한 가지 방법은 자체 모델을 훈련시키거나 오픈 소스 모델을 사용하는 것이다. 특히 엔터테인먼트, 마케팅 그리고 헬스케어와 같은 산업에서 그렇다고 얀이 말했다.
10억 명이 넘는 인터넷 사용자들로부터 수집된 방대한 데이터는 대규모 언어 모델(LLM)을 훈련할 때 기업들에게 유리하다고 그는 덧붙였다.
&#8220;중국의 인터넷 기업들은 새로운 기술을 상용화하는 데 성공한 경험이 있다&#8221;고 말하며, 얀은 이러한 거대 기업들이 성장하게 만든 모바일 기술 붐을 예로 들었다.
또한 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39702149/china-dominates-global-generative-ai-adoption-as-local-startups-face-fierce-competition-from-the-lik">중국은 글로벌 생성 AI 채택을 지배하며, 현지 스타트업들은 알리바바와 바이두와 같은 기업들의 치열한 경쟁에 직면</a>
중요한 이유 (Why It Matters): 중국의 채택 속도는 인상적이라고 이 전략가가 말했다.
&#8220;중국 소비자들은 새로운 기술을 전 세계 동료들보다 빠르게 채택하는 경향이 있다&#8221;고 말하며, 얀은 이 민첩성이 AI가 얼마나 빠르게 통합되고 있는지에 잘 나타난다고 덧붙였다. 예를 들어 콰이쇼우와 같은 회사들은 이미 성공을 거두고 있으며, 그들의 AI 모델 클링(Kling)은 오픈AI의 소라(Sora)와 경쟁하고 있다.
2025년까지 우리는 큰 중국 기업들이 AI를 대규모로 채택하는 것을 보게 될 것이라고 얀이 말했다.
생성형 AI가 중국의 비즈니스 환경을 변화시킬 준비가 되어 있으며, 이는 인터넷 기업들의 실적에 큰 성장을 가져올 수 있다고 그가말했다.
AI 도구들이 고객 경험과 비용 효율성을 개선하고 있기 때문에, 중국이 단순히 뒤처지고 있는 것이 아니라 미래로 도약할 준비를 하고 있는 것이 분명하다.
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독점: 중국의 AI - 잠자는 거인이 깨어난다? 크레인셰어스 전략가, 우리가 주목해야 할 이유

샤오미(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>)는 3월 분기 매출이 27% 증가한 755억 1천만 위안을 기록했다고 발표했다.
해당 분기 총 이익은 45.2% 증가한 168억 2천만 위안을 기록했고, 영업 이익은 37.6% 감소한 37억 위안을 기록했다.
2024년 1분기 회사의 글로벌 스마트폰 출하량은 전년 동기 대비 33.7% 증가한 4,060만 대에 이르렀다.
3월 전 세계 월간 활성 사용자(MAU)는 6억 5,810만 명에 이르렀고, 샤오미의 AIoT 플랫폼에 연결된 IoT 장치(스마트폰, 태블릿, 노트북 제외)의 수는 전년 대비 27.2% 증가한 7억 8,610만 명으로 증가했다.
블룸버그에 따르면 이 회사는 올해 SU7 전기 자동차 120,000대를 납품하는 것을 목표로 하며, 경쟁사들과 경쟁하려는 모델에 대한 목표를 높였다고 <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-05-23/xiaomi-s-sales-grow-fastest-in-two-years-on-smartphone-recovery?srnd=technology-vp&amp;sref=TBDibEcD" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">블룸버그</a>가 보도했다.. 이 회사는 3월 말에 SU7을 공개했으며 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/05/38838737/chinese-ev-greenhorn-xiaomi-has-already-delivered-its-10-000th-ev-within-2-months-of-launch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">처음에는 100,000대 이상의 배송</a>을 예상했다.
4월말까지 SU7 시리즈 주문량은 9만대에 육박했다. 이 보도는 또한 이 회사가 6월에 10,000대의 SU7을 출하하여 처음 43일 동안의 판매량에 맞춰 잠재적으로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/05/38838737/chinese-ev-greenhorn-xiaomi-has-already-delivered-its-10-000th-ev-within-2-months-of-launch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">연간 목표인 120,000대</a>를 달성할 계획이라고 밝혔다.
샤오미 매출의 60% 이상이 스마트폰에서 나오고 있지만, 국내 시장의 부진한 수요로 인해 이 회사는 다각화하고 있다.
3월 분기 순이익이 42억 위안으로 1% 감소했음에도 불구하고 모바일 시장은 점진적인 회복 조짐을 보이고 있다.
샤오미의 글로벌 스마트폰 출하량은 전년 동기 대비 33.7% 증가했다. 이로 인해 경쟁업체인 삼성전자(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>)와 애플(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)와의 격차가 줄어들었다고 이 보도는 시장 조사 IDC를 인용했다.
블룸버그 인텔리전스의 분석가들에 따르면 EV 사업은 2024년 이 회사 매출의 중간에서 높은 한 자릿수 비율을 기여할 수 있다.
이 보도에 따르면 샤오미는 2024년 말까지 46개 도시에 걸쳐 219개 판매 매장 네트워크를 구축해 도달 범위와 시장 입지를 강화할 계획이다.
주식 움직임: 목요일 마지막 확인 시간 기준, 미국에 상장된 샤오미(XIACY)의 주가는 2.13% 하락한 11.97달러에 마감했다.
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샤오미: 1분기 매출 27% 상승, 글로벌 스마트폰 출하량 급증에도 순이익 감소로 주가 하락

중국 스마트폰 제조업체 샤오미(OTC:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xiacf" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for XIACF">XIACF</a>)의 첫 번째 전기차 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/38000440/xiaomis-su7-sedan-aims-to-challenge-teslas-model-s-with-price-lower-than-entry-level-model-3">판매가</a> 기대치를 3~5배 초과한 것으로 알려졌다.
어떤 일이 있었나 (What Happened): 로이터에 따르면 회사 최고경영자(CEO) 레이쥔(Lei Jun)은 중국의 틱톡(TikTok)에 해당하는 두인(Douyin)의 라이브 스트림에서 예상치 못한 매출 수치를 공개했다고 한다.
지난 달 출시된 SU7는 시작 가격이 215,900 위안(약 29,829 달러)로, 중국에서는 심지어 테슬라 모델 3보다도 낮다. 프로(Pro) 및 맥스(Max)와 같은 더 비싼 변형 모델은 각각 245,900 위안(33,973 달러) 및 299,900 위안(41,434 달러)에서 시작된다. 샤오미는 지난 달 말 주문을 받기 시작한 지 반 시간도 채 되지 않아 5만 건 이상의 주문을 받았으며, 이미 차량의 일부 버전을 배송하기 시작했다.
라이브 스트림에서 CEO는 또한 샤오미가 오프로드 차량을 건설할 계획이 없으며 주로 SU7에 중점을 둘 것이라고 로이터가 덧붙였다.
레이준 CEO는 라이브 방송에서 또한 샤오미가 오프로드 차량을 만들 계획이 없으며 주로 SU7에 초점을 맞출 것이라고 밝혔다고 로이터가 덧붙였다.
왜 중요한가 (Why It Matters): SU7 출시 이후 지커(Zeekr)와 같은 중국의 소규모 업체들은 시장 점유율을 지키기 위해 차량 가격을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/04/38141148/chinas-newest-ev-entrant-ignites-another-fierce-price-war-even-small-fry-feel-the-heat" target="_blank" rel="noopener">인하</a>했다.
&#8220;샤오미의 자동차가 공식적으로 데뷔하고, 스마트 자동차의 진정한 혁명이 공식적으로 시작되었다. 중국에서는 반드시 테슬라와 같은 위대한 회사가 탄생할 것&#8221;이라고 CEO인 레이쥔이 이달 초 창립자 에디션 자동차 인도식에서 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/04/38064533/xiaomi-ceo-predicts-tesla-like-success-as-chinese-ev-debutants-1st-electric-offering-zooms-off-the-l">밝혔다</a>고 한다.
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