The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
For months, there's been speculation about Social Security's 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). And at long last, seniors have an answer. On Oct. 10, the Social Security Administration announced that benefits would be rising by 2.5% in the new year. That's in line with recent projections. But it might also read like a disappointment compared to recent COLAs.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 12, 2024
The UK’s oldest buyout group has become heavily dependent on Dutch retailer Action that makes up two-thirds of its portfolio by value
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The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
As a long-term dividend-focused investor, I face the very real risk that I end up falling in love with a stock. That could lead me to miss important cues if (or perhaps when) a company's business falters. However, I've sold great companies before (one is on this list) and regretted it, which is why I'm planning to never sell Realty Income (NYSE: O) , Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) , and Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL).
The Big Picture
OCTOBER 12, 2024
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Los Brasiles coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Mossad’s pager operation: Inside Israel’s penetration of Hezbollah : New details emerge of Israel’s elaborate plan to sabotage Hezbollah communications devices to kill or maim thousands of its operatives. ( Washington Post ) • How to win a Nobel prize : What subjects have past winners studied?
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Like bargains? Most people do, particularly when the bargain in question is a stock. Why pay more when paying less gives you more bang for your investment buck? Growth investors who don't mind taking on more risk in exchange for more potential reward should take a look at Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ: OPEN). Shares are down 95% from their all-time high, and while that decline occurred for understandable reasons, the sellers have arguably overshot their target.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has acquired a portfolio of six well-located, Class A industrial logistics properties in major U.S. Gateway and Sunbelt markets for approximately $377 million. The six modern industrial properties possess an average vintage of 2014 and feature 35-foot average clear heights.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
If you're thinking of relocating in retirement , you might want to consider Vermont as a possible destination -- because it has a lot of what many people love. For example, if you love the great outdoors, you'll enjoy the vivid four seasons in Vermont, replete with opportunities to hike, camp, fish, kayak, ski, and more. (Even if you just love driving through picturesque small towns and stopping for ice cream, you'll be good.
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The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
UFP Technologies (NASDAQ: UFPT) is a "designer and custom manufacturer of comprehensive solutions for medical devices , sterile packaging, and other highly engineered custom products." In layman's terms, UFP Technologies works with medical device manufacturers to develop a wide array of single-use, single-patient devices and components used in the medical technology (medtech) industry.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
27 August 2024 – Orchid Lux HoldCo S.à r.l. (“Bidder”), a holding company controlled by investment funds, vehicles and/or accounts advised and managed by various subsidiaries of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (“KKR”), today announced the receipt of the last outstanding regulatory approval for the voluntary public tender offer for the shares (ISIN: DE0005936124) of OHB SE (“OHB”).
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
This year, some notable companies have cut or eliminated their dividends. For example, former stalwarts Walgreens and 3M ended decades-long streaks of dividend growth with deep cuts to their payouts. It's a situation that can make some investors want to give up altogether on income investing. However, while some formerly reliable companies have disappointed investors on the dividend front in recent years, others have continued to make their payments no matter what.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) announced today that Raj Agrawal, Partner and Global Head of Infrastructure, will present at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 9:45 AM ET. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the Investor Center section of KKR’s website at [link] For.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Most people have probably heard of Bill Gates, best known as the co-founder of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) and, more recently, his activities as a billionaire philanthropist. After helming the tech company he founded for more than a quarter of a century, the former CEO left Microsoft to focus on his charitable endeavors. Gates is currently worth $105.8 billion (as of this writing), according to Forbes , making him the 14th richest person in the world today.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
London, 3 September 2024 – KKR and Mirastar, KKR Real Estate’s industrial and logistics platform in Europe, have completed the off-market acquisition of a prime UK logistics portfolio from PLP, totalling 890,364 square feet across five assets. The portfolio is currently 80% let, with a weighted average lease term to break of 10 years. The assets provide best-in-class specifications, including BREEAM Very Good certifications and EPC A+ ratings.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
While some investors enjoy the process of investing in individual stocks, it's not for everyone. You may not have time to research each company or can't stand the potential volatility. However, investing is still one of the best ways to accumulate wealth. Luckily, there are many ways to invest, some of which require very little work while generating passive income.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Berlin, September 19, 2024 – Axel Springer SE (“Axel Springer”) today announced a strategic decision to create a new corporate structure for the company, with a goal to create a focused media company and separately held classifieds businesses. The new corporate structure is designed to position all businesses for optimal future growth potential and success in their respective markets.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
On some levels, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) looks increasingly like a competitor to Nvidia in the artificial intelligence (AI) accelerator market. While almost everyone perceives Nvidia as the dominant player in this market, AMD raised some eyebrows by winning a contract from Oracle. Still, for all these accolades, AMD is barely profitable, and its revenue growth rate remains mired in the single digits.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
The Fund is the first of its kind at KKR, targeting the large and fragmented North American middle market KKR to support implementation of broad-based employee ownership and engagement programs in all control investments in the Fund NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the final closing of KKR Ascendant Fund SCSP (“Ascendant” or the “Fund”), a $4.6.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
The artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has amassed close to a $3.2 trillion market cap, making it one of the world's largest chipmakers. It now consumes more than 6% of the broader benchmark S&P 500 index. Over the last five years, Nvidia has grown annual revenue by 458% and the stock is up an incredible 2,009%. Given the potential for AI to disrupt life as we know it, it's understandable that investors are so excited about the stock.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR today announced income from monetization activity in excess of $535 million with respect to the period from July 1, 2024 through September 23, 2024 based on information available as of today. In its Asset Management segment, KKR has earned total realized performance income and realized investment income in excess of $450 million.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
After a strong start to the year, shares of Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) have been under a lot of pressure following a disappointing earnings report, unwanted attention from a notable short-seller , the delay of its annual 10-K filing, and a possible investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ). However, the stock rallied after the company put out a press release that mentioned its quarterly shipment volume.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
New Report Highlights the Private Alternatives Sector’s Expansion Beyond Private Equity and Potential for Future Growth NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today released “An Alternative Perspective: Past, Present, and Future,” a new Insights piece by Henry McVey, CIO of KKR’s Balance Sheet and Head of Global Macro and Asset Allocation (GMAA).
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
For more than eight decades, Social Security has served as a financial foundation for a majority of retirees. More than two decades of annual surveys from Gallup have shown that 80% to 90% of then-retirees lean on their monthly benefit check to cover at least some portion of their expenses. Considering how important Social Security is to the financial well-being of our nation's aging workforce, no announcement is more anticipated than the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, and the Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which a consortium of KKR (on behalf of funds managed by it) and the Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund (the ‘Consortium’) will acquire a 74.25% stake in Queensland Airports Limited (‘Queensland Airports’) from The.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) stock has had a solid run recently. The stock has risen by over 17% this year and has about doubled since the end of 2021. Given that solid performance, investors may be wondering if the stock is a buy, sell, or hold at this point. Let's take a look at each case. The buy case for Energy Transfer There are a number of facets to the bull case for Energy Transfer.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
All 900+ GSI Employee Owners to Earn Cash Payouts, with Longest Tenured Hourly Employees Each Receiving Over $325,000 in Proceeds DENVER & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR today announced an agreement to sell GeoStabilization International (“GSI” or the “Company”) to Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. (“LGP”). GSI is a leading provider of geohazard mitigation solutions and roadway safety services.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Semiconductor stocks have delivered so far in 2024 despite bouts of volatility recently, which is evident from the 26% gains clocked by the PHLX Semiconductor Sector index. However, the gains have been uneven as one of the most important semiconductor companies in the world underperformed the broader market. Share prices of ASML Holding (NASDAQ: ASML) are up just 9% this year, receding after a bright start to the year.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK – September, 27th, 2024 – BBVA and leading global investment firm KKR have formed a new strategic partnership to support the decarbonization of the real economy.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
This article is intended for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your personal situation, please contact a lawyer. It's never a comfortable thing to think about estate planning. But it's an important thing to do nonetheless. Years ago, I took the very important step of putting a term life insurance policy in place for my kids.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Powin, a global leader in battery energy storage solutions, announced today that it has successfully secured a revolving credit facility of up to $200 million primarily from insurance accounts managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Beyond the giants of big tech, one company that has emerged as a rising star in the artificial intelligence (AI) market is data analytics specialist Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR). Its shares have gained about 140% year to date as they approach a new all-time high. Bringing AI systems to the world of enterprise software has been a winning move for Palantir.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
BOULDER, Colo. and NEW YORK , Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Peregrine Energy Solutions LLC ("Peregrine"), an integrated multi-technology clean energy platform with a focus on utility-scale energy storage, and KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that Peregrine has closed on a credit facility from insurance accounts managed by KKR that can provide financing for up to $250 million in assets.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Shopify (NYSE: SHOP) stock is down 51% from its all-time highs back in 2021. But after encountering some obstacles on its upward trajectory, it looks like it's back in action. It has tremendous growth drivers and a powerful e-commerce platform , and it's finally profitable again. Does Shopify stock have what it takes to turn investors into millionaires?
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has acquired The Parking Spot (“TPS” or the “Company”), the nation’s leading owner and operator of near-airport parking properties, from an affiliate of Green Courte Partners, LLC, a private equity real estate investment firm. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Generating durable passive income can give you a lot of financial freedom. You'll have income you can rely on year after year. Dividend-paying stocks can be a great way to make reliable passive income. There are many great options, including W. P. Carey (NYSE: WPC) , Rexford Industrial Realty (NYSE: REXR) , and Invitation Homes (NYSE: INVH). The trio of real estate investment trusts ( REITs ) should be able to deliver decades of passive income for their investors.
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has acquired a portfolio of six well-located, Class A industrial logistics properties in major U.S. Gateway and Sunbelt markets for approximately $377 million. The six modern industrial properties possess an average vintage of 2014 and feature 35-foot average clear heights.
The Motley Fool
OCTOBER 12, 2024
There are many great things about Social Security benefits, including the fact they keep millions of retirees financially stable by providing steady income in their golden years. It's not a flawless system, but it would be hard to argue against how valuable it has been for many Americans. And you don't necessarily have to work to receive benefits. The program offers spousal benefits to cover cases when one spouse doesn't work outside the home or makes significantly less than the main breadwinner
KKR
OCTOBER 12, 2024
New investment supports Varsity Brands’ growth strategy and mission to serve sports teams, schools, and student-athletes DALLAS & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Varsity Brands (the “Company”), a leader in team sports, athletics and spirit, and KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the completion of the acquisition of Varsity Brands by KKR from Bain Capital and Charlesbank.
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