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Will Nvidia Stock Crash? 2 Reasons to Sell (and 1 to Buy)

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With shares up by almost 28,000% in just 10 years, Nvidia 's (NASDAQ: NVDA) rally will go down in history. A $2,000 investment made in 2014 would be worth $560,000 today -- more than enough to buy a medium-priced home in cash. But returns like that probably won't continue forever. New investors must decide whether the risks of holding Nvidia stock today justify the potential rewards.

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Some Things I Don’t Want When I Grow Up

A Wealth of Common Sense

When you’re young, you spend a lot of time daydreaming about the type of person you’d like to become. I want to become a CEO, a politician, a business owner, an astronaut, an actor, an uber-rich person, etc. One reason the dreaded mid-life crisis exists is that expectations are often too high when you’re young. Reality punches you in the face in middle age.1 My antidote to a mid-life crisis involves some.

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It's True: These 13 States Don't Tax Retirement Income

The Motley Fool

Taxes help pay for a lot of the daily services and infrastructure we get to enjoy. From public schools to road maintenance to healthcare, taxes ensure our communities have access to essential services. That said, it's fair to say that most people don't like paying taxes although they're a necessity today. The bad news is that taxes aren't going anywhere, so the sooner you come to terms with them, the easier it is to accept them as part of American life.

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Asset owners pressing the reset button

Top 1000 Funds

The Thinking Ahead Institute collaborated with the Future Fund and 25 other asset owners in an in-depth exploration of asset owner practices, the TAI Asset Owner Peer Study. These asset owners were carefully chosen for their robust governance, substantial size, and global perspectives.

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Meta Platforms Just Released an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Game-Changer -- And It Could Be Dangerous

The Motley Fool

The race to build the best artificial intelligence (AI) models is definitely on, with current leader OpenAI making waves in late 2022, and up-and-coming competitors, Alphabet 's (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Gemini and AI start-up Anthropic, also building top-performing models with hundreds of billions of parameters. However, investors shouldn't count out Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) , which is taking the most unique and differentiated approach to building generative AI models.

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Olympus’s $2bn Soliant sale is rare profitable exit from buyout stockpile

Financial Times M&A

Private equity firms have been sitting on about 28,000 unsold companies worth $3.

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Achieve more by embracing the chaos in life

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

By Matt Pais, MDRT Senior Content Specialist When you do a lot at once, you’re not actually multi-tasking. You’re just doing one thing at a time very, very quickly. At least, that’s according to Dan Thurmon, an author and speaker on achieving optimal performance. In his 2013 Annual Meeting presentation “Off-balance on purpose,” Thurmon cites a study in Scientific American magazine which posits people who consider themselves multitaskers actually are just switching back and forth from one thing t

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How to Earn Over $500 a Month in Passive Income

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images Who says you can't make money while sleeping? Aside from inheriting a fortune or becoming a mattress tester, passive income is your ticket to padding your savings account without the daily grind. Let's uncover some engaging ways to pocket over $500 each month by capitalizing on what you already do or by putting in some initial effort to set up a steady income stream.

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NatWest sues ex-GM unit for €155mn over financial crisis-era deals

Financial Times M&A

UK bank brings case over securitisation of loans that US group sold in mortgage push

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Alphabet Sees Google Cloud Has Momentum, but the Stock Is Down. Should Investors Buy the Dip?

The Motley Fool

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) reported strong second-quarter results, powered by its cloud computing and search offerings. The stock has had a solid year and it was trading up over 30% year to date before the report's release, but it's falling following Alphabet's earnings announcement. With shares of the search giant slipping since Tuesday, is this an opportunity for investors to buy the dip?

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Chekable Receives Investment From NEC X

FinSMEs

Chekable, an Oakland, CA-based developer of an AI solution for patent professionals, graduated from NEC X’s Elev X! Ignite program and received an investment from NEC X. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The company intends to use the funds to continue to expand operations and its development efforts. Led by CEO Nipun Kumar, […] The post Chekable Receives Investment From NEC X appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: AMD vs. Micron Technology

The Motley Fool

Many tech stocks benefited from the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) into the mainstream. A prime example is semiconductor chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD). AMD shares skyrocketed from a 52-week low of $93.12 last year to a high of $227.30 in March. But it's far from the only AI beneficiary. Another company particularly well suited to capitalize on the AI market is Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU).

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Euronext ‘ready to strike’ with further acquisitions

Financial Times M&A

Head of Europe’s biggest stock exchange operator says group would consider combination with any large regional rival

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$135 Billion of Warren Buffett's $332 Billion Portfolio Is in This Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock

The Motley Fool

No investor is more synonymous with long-term success than Warren Buffett. The legendary chief of Berkshire Hathaway is nicknamed the Oracle of Omaha for a reason: He's so good at making the right picks that it almost seems like he can see into the future. Today, he oversees a portfolio worth $332 billion. He believes in picking great companies and sticking with them rather than scouring the market for great prices and actively trading.

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KKR Announces Intra-Quarter Monetization Activity Update for the Second Quarter

KKR

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR today announced a monetization activity update for the period from April 1, 2024 to June 20, 2024. Based on information available to us as of today, with respect to the period through June 20, 2024, KKR has earned total realized performance income, including realized incentive fees, and total realized investment income in excess of $500 million.

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Prediction: 3 Stocks That Will Be Worth More Than Salesforce 3 Years From Now

The Motley Fool

Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) went public at a split-adjusted price of $2.75 per share in 2004. A $10,000 investment in its initial public offering would be worth about $930,000 today. The cloud software giant dazzled investors with its rapid growth and the inorganic expansion of its ecosystem across the sales, marketing, e-commerce, and analytics markets.

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KKR to Acquire Pan-European Live Entertainment Group Superstruct from Providence Equity Partners

KKR

Investment supports Superstruct’s ambition to become a global leader in music festivals and live events LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announces the acquisition of Superstruct Entertainment (“Superstruct” or the “Company”), from Providence Equity Partners (“Providence”), a premier private equity firm specializing in growth-oriented investments in media,

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Here's Why I'm Considering a Living Trust for My Family

The Motley Fool

This article is intended for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your personal situation, please contact a lawyer. Writing a will was, frankly, one of the more depressing things I had to do as an adult. But I knew it had to be done. And now, I have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that my wishes have been spelled out.

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KKR Acquires $2.1 Billion Multifamily Portfolio from Quarterra

KKR

Portfolio of 18 High-Quality, Class A Assets Concentrated in Coastal and Sunbelt Markets NEW YORK & CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has acquired a portfolio of 18 multifamily assets from a closed-ended fund sponsored by Quarterra Multifamily, a premier multifamily real estate development and operating company, for approximately.

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Home Depot Stock Turned $1,000 Into $17.5 Million, and One of Its Founders Just Revealed His Investing Secrets to Achieve Generational Wealth

The Motley Fool

Home Depot (NYSE: HD) might be seen as one of the most mundane stocks out there today. Unlike more exciting opportunities in technology or healthcare, Home Depot is mostly viewed as a brick-and-mortar retail outlet specializing in home improvement products. Despite its humble profile, however, investors might be shocked to learn that owning Home Depot stock has helped many attain generational wealth.

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KKR and Teachers’ Venture Growth Lead US$140 Million Series E Round in Leading Japanese Cloud-Native Human Resources Software Platform SmartHR

KKR

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, and Teachers’ Venture Growth (TVG), the late-stage venture and growth investment arm of Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which KKR (on behalf of funds managed by it) and TVG will jointly lead a US$140 million (JPY 21.

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I Used to Say I'd Never Claim Social Security at 62. Here's Why I've Changed My Mind

The Motley Fool

One nice thing about Social Security is that you can choose when to sign up. And if you're willing to take a financial hit, you can get access to your benefits early. Medicare doesn't work that way. Medicare coverage can't start until age 65, and you can't buy your way into it earlier by paying higher premiums. I used to think I'd claim Social Security as late as possible to lock in the highest monthly benefit possible.

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KKR Acquires Controlling Stake in Baby Memorial Hospital, a Multi-Specialty Hospital Network in India

KKR

Transaction marks KKR’s latest investment in India’s healthcare sector Investment will support the build-out of a leading pan-India network of hospitals MUMBAI, India--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, and Baby Memorial Hospital (‘BMH’), a leading regional multi-specialty hospital chain in India, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which funds.

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1 Low-Risk Stock That Should Outperform the S&P 500, According to Warren Buffett

The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett made Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) what is today through the principles of value investing. One of the main ideas behind value investing is that a stock trading at good value (based on certain valuation metrics) will eventually outperform the overall market while also offering less downside risk than other investments.

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Nasuni announces investment from Vista Equity Partners, KKR and TCV

KKR

BOSTON, July 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nasuni, a leading enterprise data platform for modern hybrid cloud environments, today announced a strategic growth investment led by Vista Equity Partners, a global investment firm focused exclusively on enterprise software, data, and technology-enabled businesses.

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Here's What the Average Spousal Social Security Check Could Look Like in 2025

The Motley Fool

The Social Security Administration won't officially announce the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) until October, but there's already a lot of interest in how it will affect retirees' checks. Retired workers aren't the only ones who will see a boost, though. Those who qualify for spousal Social Security benefits will also get more money next year.

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KKR & Co. Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2024 Results

KKR

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) announced today that it plans to release its financial results for the second quarter 2024 on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call to discuss KKR’s financial results will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. ET.

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The Rise of Crypto ETFs: How to Invest in Digital Currency Without Buying Coins

The Motley Fool

For much of crypto's existence, those interested in buying digital assets would have to do so via cryptocurrency exchanges. But now, this is beginning to change. If you have been hesitant to dive into crypto due to what can be, at times, a technical and daunting task when navigating cryptocurrency exchanges, now might be the perfect time to explore the new spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) at investors' disposal.

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KKR and Palm Capital to Acquire Prime Last-Mile Logistics Asset in Denmark

KKR

Investment in freehold logistics asset with strong development potential and asset management initiatives in Greater Copenhagen STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, and Palm Capital, the pan-European real estate private equity specialist today announced the acquisition of a prime last-mile logistics asset in Greater Copenhagen, Denmark, from Catena, the.

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The Best ETFs to Invest $50,000 in Right Now

The Motley Fool

Checklists are essential. Imagine grocery shopping without a list. Would you even know where to start? The same is true of investing. It's important to think about what's needed before putting items in the cart. So, let's take things one step further and imagine how to construct a hypothetical $50,000 portfolio using only Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

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KKR Acquires Park 8Ninety, a 12 Building Class A Industrial Logistics Park in Houston, from Artis REIT

KKR

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has completed the acquisition of Park 8Ninety, a 12 building industrial logistics park in Houston, Texas, from Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (“Artis REIT”) for approximately $234 million. The approximately 1.8 million square-foot (SF) master planned park was completed in phases between 2017 and.

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The Boomer Entrepreneur: Why It's Never Too Late to Start Your Business Dream

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Image source: Getty Images If the pandemic taught us all anything, it's that no one's job is really safe. Between an illness striking down millions, shutdowns that made ghost towns out of downtowns, and then layoffs that were both willy-nilly and deadly serious, not a few of us got the hint that working for someone else doesn't always, well, work. And that is why we saw record numbers of people start their own gigs around that time, and in the time since.

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Carlyle and KKR Strategic Partnerships Agree to Acquire Approximately $10.1 Billion Prime Student Loan Portfolio from Discover Financial Services

KKR

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Global investment firms Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) and KKR (NYSE: KKR) today announced that one or more strategic partnerships comprised of funds and accounts managed by Carlyle and KKR’s respective credit businesses have agreed to purchase an approximately $10.1 billion portfolio of prime student loans from Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS).

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I'm Retiring With a $1 Million Paid-Off Home. Do I Need Savings?

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images The average American aged 65 to 74 has about $609,000 in retirement savings, according to the Federal Reserve. If you're nearing retirement and pretty much have no savings, you may be inclined to panic just a bit. But what if instead of savings, you're approaching retirement with a paid-off home worth a lot of money -- say, $1 million?