The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) are very popular stocks among individual and institutional investors, but two highly successful hedge fund managers aggressively bought one and sold the other in the third quarter: Ken Griffin of Citadel Advisors purchased 4.7 million shares of Nvidia, nearly tripling his stake. It is now his third-largest position excluding options.
Private Equity Info
JANUARY 3, 2025
Private equity firms continue to leverage add-on acquisitions as a strategic tool to accelerate growth, achieve synergies, and expand market reach for their portfolio companies. By targeting niche players within key industries, PE-backed platforms are reshaping competitive landscapes and driving significant value creation.
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The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) stock posted gains of as much as 12% in Friday's trading, and was still up by 10.4% as of 1:30 p.m. ET. At the same time, the S&P 500 index was up 1% and the Nasdaq Composite index was up 1.4%. In addition to the bullish backdrop of the broader market, Rocket Lab stock was surging thanks to interest around SpaceX's upcoming rocket launch.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 3, 2025
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3rd January 2025, Chainwire The post Storage-Focused Xenea Blockchain Opens Ecosystem Partnership Opportunities Ahead of Mainnet LaunchStorage-Focused Xenea Blockchain Opens Ecosystem Partnership Opportunities Ahead of Mainnet Launch appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
In this Rule Breaker Investing podcast, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner highlights multigenerational money lessons and celebrates that it's never too late to start making smarter, happier, and richer choices. To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center. To get started investing, check out our beginner's guide to investing in stocks.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
Creador, a PE firm focused on investments in businesses operating in South and Southeast Asia, has acquired a controlling stake in Southeast Asia hospitality marketplace MG Group, which serves over 3,650,000 accommodation suppliers and 8000 global buyers. According to a press statement, this strategic investment will allow MG Group to “accelerate its global expansion, capitalising on its cutting-edge technology platform and its vast network” Creadors investment aims to expand MG Grou
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
During 2024, the S&P 500 had an incredibly strong year. However, it dipped by about 9% at one point during the year. This is quite common, as corrections (a drop in the market by more than 10%) occur about every other investing year. Investors need to have a shortlist of stocks that they are ready to buy during these drops, as the recovery can be quite swift once they are complete.
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The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Social Security is critical to many millions of retirees, keeping lots of them above the poverty line. Whether it keeps you solvent or just enhances your financial security in retirement, Social Security is likely to be an important source of retirement income. (For most people, it's smart to have multiple income streams in retirement.) Image source: Getty Images.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
Los Angeles-based private equity firm Truelink Capital has completed its previously announced acquisition of global exhibition and events management firm GES in a carve-out deal from Viad Corp valued at $535m. Following the acquisition, the sixth transaction for Truelink Capital, Derek Linde will remain at the helm of GES as its President and CEO. In a press statement, Luke Myers, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Truelink, said: “Truelink is excited to collaborate with Derek and his lead
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
In this video, I will talk about Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and explain why the stock started the year on the wrong foot. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were from the trading day of Jan. 2, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 2, 2025. Where to invest $1,000 right now?
AltAssets
JANUARY 3, 2025
Mid-market buyout house JLL Partners has registered more than $360m to date for its ninth flagship fundraise, which is understood to have a $900m target. The post JLL banks at least $360m towards ninth flagship fundraise appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
In today's video, I discuss Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) , its business strategy, growth opportunities, potential risks, and why artificial intelligence stock investors should not ignore this massive social company. *Stock prices used were the market prices of January 2, 2025. The video was published on January 3, 2025. Where to invest $1,000 right now?
AltAssets
JANUARY 3, 2025
Permira has agreed to pick up a majority stake in Westbridge Advisory, a European energy and sustainability advisory firm for institutional real estate clients. The post Deal Roundup: Permira picks up Westbridge Advisory stake, Turning Rock exits Next Level Aviation appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Boeing (NYSE: BA) stock rose by 13.9% in December, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence. The move put a little shine on a disappointing year for the company and comes down to some positive news for Boeing. Good news for Boeing The key to Boeing's recovery is ramping up its 737 MAX narrowbody aircraft production. Boeing must also return its defense business to profitability and ensure the 777X stays on its revised track for its first delivery in 2026.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
The New Hampshire Retirement System (NHRS) has approved two major commitments to alternative investments, totalling a combined $100m, as part of its ongoing strategy to diversify its portfolio, according to a report by Pensions & Investments. In a new investment relationship for the pension fund, its independent investment committee committed up to $75m to the Blackstone Private Multi-Asset Credit Fund.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
It's been an excellent year for Viking Therapeutics (NASDAQ: VKTX) , a mid-cap biotech company. Thanks to impressive mid-stage clinical results, its stock skyrocketed in February. And although it's down from the all-time highs it hit earlier this year, it remains one of the better performers in the industry over the past 12 months. However, Viking's shares recently dropped massively -- by more than 10% -- in one day.
AltAssets
JANUARY 3, 2025
Paris-headquartered "non-conventional" private equity investor Mantra Investment Partners is reportedly out eyeing up to 270m for its fourth secondaries fund. The post Mantra said to eye up to 270m for fourth secondaries fundraise appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
The Dow Jones Industrial Average contains 30 handpicked companies that are, or at least once were, leaders in their respective industries. This makes the index an interesting hunting ground for high-yield stocks. Right now the three highest yielding Dow stocks are Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) , Chevron (NYSE: CVX) , and Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN). They are all worth looking at right now, but are any of them worth buying?
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
Middle-market private equity firm One Equity Partners (OEP), has completed its acquisition of EthosEnergy, a global provider of rotating equipment for customers in the power generation, energy, industrial, and aerospace and defence markets. EthosEnergy was formed in 2014 as a joint venture between John Wood Group and Siemens Energy, each of whom contributed their non-OEM rotating equipment business lines and intellectual property.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Over the last few months, a new theme has emerged in the artificial intelligence (AI) realm. Quantum computing has attracted a lot of enthusiasm from investors, and several companies attempting to commercialize and advance this cutting-edge technology have experienced rapid gains in their stock prices. One such company, aptly called Quantum Computing (NASDAQ: QUBT) , has recently come into the spotlight: In the last three months, its shares have soared by about 2,400%.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 3, 2025
Would-be acquirers prepare for era where big is no longer bad, but foreign still might be
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP) (NYSE: BEPC) is an energy company focused on clean energy. The business has been laying the groundwork for growth in recent years. It now has an attractive and diversified platform that should position it well, no matter which low carbon technology takes center stage. But investors who are looking to position themselves for 2025 need to understand that Brookfield Renewable's leadership is thinking long term.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
Canyon Bridge Capital Partners, the private equity owner of UK-based chipmaker Imagination Technologies, has enlisted investment bank Lazard to explore a potential sale of the business it acquired for 550m in 2017, according to a report by Bloomberg. With the fund which owns Imagination nearing the end of its fixed term, Canyon Bridge, which has ties to Chinese state investors, believes the company could fetch a higher valuation now, thanks to growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) tech
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is a business that needs a catalyst to turn things around, desperately. Over the past 12 months, it has lost more than 40% of its value. Simply opening more stores for the sake of increasing sales hasn't been paying off. The large discount retailer is facing many challenges these days. It has said in the past that its core customers are struggling, and many of those cash-strapped shoppers are turning to online retailers for cheap goods.
AltAssets
JANUARY 3, 2025
Venture debt investor Tacora Capital, which picked up backing from Peter Thiel for its $250m debut fundraise two years ago, is making strong progress on its sophomore raise. The post Venture debt specialist Tacora Capital passes $260m so far for sophomore fundraise appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
The S&P 500 soared by about 25% in 2024, but investors decided to pump the brakes on many of their electric-vehicle (EV) investments during the year. An outlier among its peers, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) saw its stock accelerate by about 73%; however, other prominent EV names were left in the dust as they plunged considerably. But that's not to say the market will completely forsake EV stocks in the new year.
A Wealth of Common Sense
JANUARY 3, 2025
In 2022, it was a bad year for the markets. At the time I wrote about how it was maybe one of the worst years ever when you consider bonds had a bear market at the same time as stocks. Last year I wrote about how 2023 was agood year which was nice because sometimes bad years are followed by bad years. I followed that up writing about how good years in the markets tend to cluster: Well, the S&P 500 was up 25% in 202.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
After finally breaking through the long-anticipated $100,000 mark, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) rallied to an impressive high of $108,000. However, it hasn't all been smooth sailing since. Bitcoin has lost some steam and is now trading at about $94,000 at the time of writing. While this is still a remarkable price level when considering Bitcoin's humble beginnings, uncertainty looms in the market, leaving many investors asking the critical question: Should you buy the Bitcoin dip?
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 3, 2025
Purchase by billionaire Behdad Eghbali is one of largest UK property deals of 2024
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Generational wealth is more about consistency than getting rich. Remember, getting money isn't the same as keeping it. So, when you invest for decades into the future, high-quality companies with extremely durable business models and growth opportunities are essential. That's where blue chip dividend stocks come in. These companies are proven winners that may not have explosive growth or grab the headlines.
The Big Picture
JANUARY 3, 2025
This week, we speak with Sunaina Sinha , Global Head of Private Capital Advisory at Raymond James. Prior to joining Raymond James, Sunaina founded Cebile Capital , which was acquired by Raymond James in 2021. She was named one of the 50 Most Influential People in Private Equity for 2 years in a row by Dow Jones Private Equity News. She also earned a spot as one of the Twenty Trailblazing Women in Private Equity in 2023.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) , a personal devices and technology behemoth, has set many investors up for life over the years. The stock has returned over 250,000% since 1980. A one-time $1,000 investment back then would be worth over $2.5 million today! The company evolved steadily over the years before striking gold with the iPhone in 2007, essentially defining the business Apple is today.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 3, 2025
Law firm Debevoise & Plimpton has expanded its 500-plus strong private equity group with the addition of private equity M&A lawyer James Grimwood as a Partner. Grimwood’s appointment was originally announced in October 2024. Grimwood joins from Goodwin where he served as a Partner in the firm’s private equity group. According to a press statement, Grimwood’s arrival “further expands and strengthens the firms growing M&A and private equity practices in London,
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
An individual retirement account (IRA) is one of the best places to put your retirement savings, because it offers tax-advantaged growth and a lot of control over your investments. You also get to choose when you want to pay taxes on your funds -- in retirement with a traditional IRA, or upfront with a Roth IRA. But as with all retirement accounts, the government imposes limits on when and how much you can contribute to your IRA.
Indigo Marketing Agency
JANUARY 3, 2025
Your prospects arent just going to come knocking at your door. You need to attract themby standing out and making connections. But how do you stand out and connect in a crowded marketplace thats just so noisy ? Financial advisors like you need more than traditional methods to get seen online. Building effective marketing assets, like videos, guides, and case studies, is essential for advisors looking to attract and convert prospects.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 3, 2025
2024 was a banner year for Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) , with the stock delivering a total return of 33%, and it currently holds the top spot among all publicly traded companies by market capitalization at $3.7 trillion. Given its position, investors might wonder how much room the tech giant has to grow. So, let's examine where Apple stands today, management's capital allocation strategy, and its outlook for 2025 to determine whether the stock is a buy, sell, or hold.
SEI
JANUARY 3, 2025
Global investors weathered quite a year in 2024, including global central bank pivots to easy monetary policy, voter pivots to opposition parties, rapidly rising national debt levels, and escalating geopolitical strife.
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