The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Once a rising star among Alibaba's (NYSE: BABA) diversified businesses, Alibaba Cloud has fallen from grace lately, with revenue growth coming to a halt. And just when investors hoped that a complete spin-off of Alibaba Cloud from the group would rekindle growth and unlock shareholder value, the parent company's recent decision to cancel the spin-off further confused investors.
A Wealth of Common Sense
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Personal finance was my first love in the money world. I was a saver before I ever knew what investing even was. Yet my relationship with personal finance has evolved as I’ve aged and changed my habits. Many of the personal finance rules written in stone will always apply. Live below your means. Pay yourself first. Stay out of credit card debt.
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The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
When Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) CEO Warren Buffett weighs in on stocks or the U.S. economy, investors tend to pay close attention. That's because the Oracle of Omaha has a phenomenal investment track record. Since becoming CEO in the mid-1960s, he's led his company's Class A shares to an annualized return of 19.8% (as of Dec. 31, 2022), which is double the 9.9% annualized total return, including dividends, generated by the benchmark S&P 500 over the same timeline.
Financial Times M&A
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Deal could pave way for sale of pharmacy chain
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
In Q3, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) sold $7 billion worth of public equity holdings , including its entire stake in United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS). Let's look at how meaningful the sale was to Berkshire, its exposure to the transportation industry, and whether you should follow Berkshire's lead and sell the dividend stock too. Image source: Getty Images.
Private Equity Insights
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Prima Assicurazioni, an insurance start-up backed by some of the world’s largest private equity firms, is seeking indicative offers this week to bring in a new minority investor and raise fresh cash, two people close to the matter told Reuters. A deal could value Prima Assicurazioni, which sells online motor and home insurance policies supplied by third parties, at around 1bn euros ($1.1bn), one of the people said.
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Private Equity Insights
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Global investment firm Carlyle announced today a majority investment in GBTEC Software AG and affiliates (“GBTEC”), a leading provider of business process management (BPM) and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) software. GBTEC’s founder and CEO Gregor Greinke will remain the largest private shareholder and CEO of GBTEC. As part of the transaction, co-founder Marc-Oliver Stromberg and the extended GBTEC management team are reinvesting and investing respectively for significant stak
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
After some shuffling of its business in the last couple of years, small IoT (Internet of Things) chip stock Semtech (NASDAQ: SMTC) has fully completed a boom-to-bust cycle. After nearly doubling in value from 2020 to late 2021, Semtech stock is now down more than 80% from those late 2021 all-time-highs and remains near multi-decade lows. Management is predicting sales to remain relatively stable in the next quarter, but profit margins to dip further as global economic worry mounts.
Financial Times M&A
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Former CNN boss accuses other media groups of ‘slinging mud’ at his Abu Dhabi-backed deal
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Healthcare tends to be a major expense for seniors. And paying for it without stress often hinges on having the right Medicare coverage in place. If you're not so happy with your current Medicare coverage, you're in luck. Right now, the program's annual open enrollment period is underway. During this time, you can switch from one Part D drug plan to another or swap an existing Medicare Advantage plan for a new one that may offer better benefits or be more cost-effective.
Private Equity Wire
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
European private equity firm Exponent has chosen Dublin as the location for its new operational base after deciding to utilise Ireland’s newly revised Investment Limited Partnership (ILP) structure to allow its Irish business to operate as an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). The Dublin office at 39 Merrion Square, will be led by Jacqueline Flynn, who joins the firm as Operations Director from BlackRock where she most recently served as Chief Operating Officer for its Irish operations.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Cryptocurrencies have surged over the past decade, with the prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum , the two most successful digital currencies, soaring 67,000% and 13,000%, respectively. However, investors have cooled on crypto in recent years, discouraged by its tendency to rise or fall in the blink of an eye. The biggest advantage of cryptocurrency is its decentralized nature, making it far easier to exchange and trade between countries than traditional currencies.
AltAssets
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Technology-focused investor Nordwind Growth has hit what it says is a hard cap of €145m for its debut NC Growth Fund I. The post German tech investor Nordwind Growth closes debut fund under initial target at €145m first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
You've certainly heard its praises. Indeed, the 401(k) retirement account has been hailed as a game-changer since its inception over 40 years ago, establishing an effective means of saving for retirement once pension plans were no longer up to the task. Such employer-sponsored plans aren't necessarily your best first choice for building a retirement fund, however.
Private Equity Wire
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Prima Assicurazioni, an insurance start-up backed by some of the world’s largest private equity firms including Blackstone, is looking to sell a minority stake to an investor to raise fresh cash for the business, according to a report by Reuters. The report sites two unnamed sources close to the matter as revelling that a deal could value Prima Assicurazioni, which sells online motor and home insurance policies supplied by third parties, at around €1.1bn.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) has been a leader in the hydrogen energy business for years, but it hasn't gotten nearly the attention of some of its more vocal rivals. Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) , in particular, was a market darling at a time when Bloom could barely get investors' attention. That has changed recently as Bloom Energy slowly but surely grows revenue and gets closer to profitability.
AltAssets
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
RLH Equity Partners, a private equity firm specialising in tech-infused professional services enterprises, has named veteran employee Rob Rodin as its new CEO, replacing co-founder Chris Lewis. The post Veteran RLH Equity Partners exec replaces co-founder as CEO first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Millions of seniors today collect a monthly benefit from Social Security. And without those benefits, a lot of older Americans would no doubt be plunged into poverty in the absence of having savings. It's for this reason that it's so important to file for Social Security strategically. The filing age you land on will help determine how much monthly income you get from Social Security on a lifetime basis.
Private Equity Wire
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
European private equity firm Astorg, is to acquire a 51% stake in Sofico, a provider of software solutions & services for the automotive leasing and mobility industry, with company founders Gémar Hompes and Piet Maes and investor Apheon, all significantly reinvesting in the business. Astorg says it will actively support the acceleration of Sofico’s development, organically and through M&A.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Is your Social Security income taxable? The short answer is "Maybe." For many retirees, Social Security benefits are a completely tax-free source of retirement income. But in some cases, a portion of Social Security income can be considered taxable income. Here's a rundown of why many retirees won't pay any Social Security tax, what you should expect if you're a high earner, how Social Security is taxed on the state level, and what happens to the money if you have to pay taxes on your benefits.
AltAssets
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Venture capital funding across the globe has fallen massively across the globe year-on-year despite tech stocks holding strong in the high-interest rate environment. The post Venture capital funding is nosediving despite ongoing tech industry strength first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) can improve the growth prospects of many industries. One function that it can help with in particular is data analysis, and that can aid virtually any type of business. A company at the center of both data analysis and AI is Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR). Its phone has been ringing off the hook with companies interested in how AI can help enhance their products and services through Palantir's AI platform (AIP).
Financial Times M&A
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Reason behind ISSG’s rejection of offer is abundantly clear
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Last week, On Holding (NYSE: ONON) , the Swiss maker of On Cloud and other premium athletic shoes and apparel, released a better-than-expected third-quarter 2023 report. On's revenue and earnings raced by Wall Street's estimates. Revenue surged 47% year over year to 480.5 million Swiss francs (CHF), or about $525 million, exceeding the $508 million analysts had expected.
Financial Times: Moral Money
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Also in today’s newsletter, a clash between rich and developing countries over global tax reform
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) owns dozens of stocks in its massive and closely watched portfolio, many of which were selected by CEO Warren Buffett himself. Here are three in particular that look interesting -- they aren't the cheapest stocks in Berkshire's portfolio, but they are excellent businesses that are worth a look for patient long-term investors.
Private Equity Wire
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
S&P Global Inc is expecting to see an increase in revenue from rating private debt financings as investors look for more information about the risks their money managers are taking on, according to a report by Bloomberg. The report cites Bloomberg’s Chief Financial Officer Ewout Steenbergen as saying that with Preqin data showing that the private credit market has grown from $500bn at the end of 2015 to £1,6tn today, and with most of that growth coming in terms of past few years, most
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Fisker (NYSE: FSR) shares have had a turbulent week. It's ending the week on a high note, though. After popping as much as 10.4% Friday morning, shares of the electric vehicle (EV) maker are holding on to a 4.5% gain as of 12:20 p.m. ET. Yet, the stock is still down more than 20% over just the past five trading days. Investors began to worry after the company delayed the release of its third-quarter report due to the timing of the replacement for its recently departed chief accounting officer.
Private Equity Wire
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
ICP, a portfolio company of lower mid-market private equity firm NorthEdge has completed its first strategic acquisition with a deal to buy Team 6ix, a UK-based Martech and Content Operations consulting firm. The acquisition brings together Team 6ix’s team of martech strategists, consultants and experts with ICP’s global resources and experts in content operations.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
One of the best parts about value investing is the mindset it gives you. As a value investor, you're looking to buy shares of strong companies at bargain prices. Thanks to that way of thinking, if a company's stock price drops while its business remains strong, it often becomes a sign for value investors to buy more. Of course, for a company to truly be a value, a low price alone is not enough.
AltAssets
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
The second flagship fund from Nexxus Capital's Iberia investment unit has reached €230m of commitments at first close. The post Nexxus Capital’s Iberia arm hits €230m at Fund II first close first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
If you want an investment to make you a millionaire, you need three things. The first is some decent money to invest in the stock market, ideally at least $20,000. The second is time and patience -- big returns don't come quickly unless you're taking on significant risks. The third is an above-average return, which comes from owning a solid growth stock that can beat the market over the long haul.
AltAssets
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Stellex Capital Management is reportedly eyeing $2.5bn for its third flagship fundraise, three years after a powerful capital raise for its sophomore fund. The post Former Carlyle distressed investors eye $2.5bn for third Stellex Capital fund – report first appeared on AltAssets Private Equity News.
The Motley Fool
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
In today's video, I discuss recent updates impacting Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT). Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the market prices of Nov. 22, 2023. The video was published on Nov. 23, 2023. 10 stocks we like better than Nvidia When our analyst team has a stock tip, it can pay to listen.
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