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In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicle (EV) technology, a new player is emerging as a formidable challenger to Tesla Inc.’s dominance. QuantumScape, a Silicon Valley-based startup, is revolutionizing the EV battery market with its cutting-edge solid-state batteries. The batteries are touted to have triple the energy density of Tesla’s lithium-ion cells, significantly faster charging times and a safer, more sustainable design. QuantumScape’s leap into the future is marked by its in
Worldly wisdom and wit from Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger.
Bill Gates, the seventh richest person in the world, has a well-documented affinity for dividend income. This investment preference is clearly reflected in the staggering $464.5 million he earns annually from his portfolio. Gates’s investment strategy, rooted in picking companies with strong dividend yields, showcases his commitment to steady, long-term income streams. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust's most recent 13F filing reveals that a significant portion of this income is generate
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A stock sale "will shine a spotlight on the business model and financials" of the fast-fashion giant about which little is known, said one analyst.
Charlie Munger, Berkshire Hathaway's vice chairman and Warren Buffett's right-hand man for decades, died Tuesday at the age of 99.
There’s just over a month left of 2023, which makes this a good time to figure out what lies in store for investors in 2024. Fortunately, we don’t have to rely on ourselves for this, as the equity strategy team at Morgan Stanley is on the job. The team, led by chief investment officer Mike Wilson, agrees that there are clouds on the horizon over the near-term namely because earnings forecasts are down, economic data is weaker, and the recent stock market rally seems limited in scope with essenti
The outspoken business partner and sounding board of Berkshire's CEO died peacefully in at a California hospital, about a month before he would have turned 100.
Charlie Munger was a crucial partner for Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett. Buffett, 93, has guided Berkshire since he took control of the company in 1965 and a sharp Buffett remains an engaged CEO today. In an interview with Charlie Rose last year, Buffett said he is “always on the clock” for Berkshire.
The allure of sunshine, low taxes and low housing prices have been attracting people to Florida for decades, but high insurance premiums are beginning to reverse the trend. The U.S. Census Bureau shows that nearly 276,000 people left Florida in 2022, and it's believed that skyrocketing insurance premiums motivated many of the departures. The study showed most of the former Florida residents remained in the sun belt, moving to states like North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Texas. Those states
Influential investor Warren Buffett has been doling out investment advice since the beginning of his career. A staunch advocate of value investing in large-cap, well-managed equities, Buffett once said, "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die." Investing in high-quality dividend stocks can help you generate substantial passive income, creating a sturdy cushion for retirement as well as side earnings. Companies categorized as dividend aristocrats have a
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Exploring how to find cheap stocks priced at $10 per share or below that investors might want to buy in December and beyond
In the world of dividend stocks, most companies follow a quarterly distribution schedule. Imagine a scenario where, instead of waiting for a dividend check every three months, you are getting paid every month. It's entirely feasible. A select group of companies pays monthly dividends. Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:O), for instance, has been doing so for decades. Because tenants typically pay rent every month, real estate has been a popular sector for investors looking to earn passive monthly income.
It's only November — but if you're like most investors — 2024 is what matters now. And some S&P 500 companies already look primed to put up big numbers.
Gold prices are back at near-record highs. Why? Futures for the precious metal have [shot up 8%](https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-jones-11-27-2023/card/another-winner-from-the-growing-soft-landing-optimism-gold-sVt331uR2SooCDUVQpGt) so far this quarter, with gold now fetching comfortably more than $2,000 a troy ounce.
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On November 22nd, just before Thanksgiving, Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk made a post on his X platform, revealing that Cybertrucks are on their way to North America stores. With several delays, Tesla is finally to enter the pickup truck segment, bringing in stainless steel design into the picture on November 30th. Moreover, Tesla will be hosting an extravaganza event to honor the occasion and it will be livestreamed on its website. Tesla Always Makes An Entrance Although challenging pr
Known to be Warren Buffett's longtime investing partner, Munger left quite the mark on the wholesale retail giant Costco.
"The ongoing rise in default rates is not just a 'normalization.' It is the direct consequence of Fed hikes."
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