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Coca-Cola Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

The Motley Fool

Is there anyone in the world who does not know of The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) ? Established in 1886, it has evolved from a local soda fountain syrup to a global beverage company famous for its iconic branding and distinctive taste. The stock went public in 1919, rewarded shareholders handsomely throughout the century, and started paying dividends in 1964.

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How The Market Shapes Your Portfolio

A Wealth of Common Sense

In a rational world every investor would set their asset allocation based on their willingness, ability and need to take risk. One would balance a range of expectations for the various asset classes and match those possibilities with their goals and objectives. Sure, plenty of investors consider their risk profile and time horizon when building a portfolio.

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3 Top AI Stocks: November 2023

The Motley Fool

No topic has dominated the financial landscape in 2023 as much as artificial intelligence (AI). Everywhere you turn, it seems there is some new AI story, innovation, or application to discuss. What's more, some of the top-performing stocks of 2023 have deep ties to AI. And with the AI revolution just getting started, it's likely that many of those stocks will be names to watch for years to come.

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Abu Dhabi’s media record under scrutiny after Telegraph deal offer

Financial Times M&A

Gulf state funding RedBird IMI’s bid for UK newspaper has sought to build English-speaking media assets for past 15 years

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The 5 Best Men's Gifts to Buy at Sam's Club

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images If you're going to pick up a sweet deal from Sam's Club this holiday season, you're going to want to order it online, as many of the items featured in its catalog are not available in all stores. And if you're going to shop for, purchase, and wrap a gift, you want it to be "just right." Here are five gift ideas for the special men in your life that may fit the bill without totally draining your checking account.

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Generative Engineering Raises $4M in Seed Funding

FinSMEs

Generative Engineering, a London, UK-based physical product design software provider, raised $4m in seed funding. The round was led by EQT Ventures, with participation from Join Capital. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its development efforts. Founded in 2021 by CEO and cofounder Joe Griston, Generative Engineering provides a software […] The post Generative Engineering Raises $4M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Don’t make these marketing mistakes

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

By Sandy Schussel Selling insurance, financial planning or investments are some of the first and biggest marketing mistakes financial advisors can make. When you sell these, it means you’re selling the tools and not the results your prospects and clients want. When someone goes to the hardware store to buy a drill, he doesn’t need a drill. He needs to make a hole.

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3 Top Tech Stocks Under $20 Per Share

The Motley Fool

Ever wondered if the tech sector of the stock market has hidden gems just waiting to be discovered? In a media universe where high prices often overshadow value, I'm turning the spotlight on an often-overlooked segment: low-priced tech stocks , trading under $20 per share. I'm not talking about the usual tech giants today; instead, I'll uncover a few under-the-radar stocks that combine robust innovation, long-term growth potential, and surprising affordability.

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10 Sunday Reads

The Big Picture

Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • Richest 1% account for more carbon emissions than poorest 66%, report says : ‘Polluter elite’ are plundering the planet to point of destruction, says Oxfam after comprehensive study of climate inequality. ( The Guardian ) • How Osama bin Laden’s ‘Letter to America’ reached millions online : Videos citing the document had been viewed far less than many TikTok posts.

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The Best Reason to Take Social Security Long Before Age 70

The Motley Fool

If you're wondering when to start collecting your Social Security benefits and you look to famous sayings for some guidance, you might start early. Consider some of these sage words: "The early bird catches the worm." "Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise." "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush." There are indeed plenty of good reasons to start your Social Security checks flowing early -- but there are also some good reasons to delay as well.

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Japanese bank chief Jun Ohta dies aged 65

Financial Times - Banking

SMFG executive spearheaded expansion into US and south-east Asia

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Where Will Intel Stock Be in 1 Year?

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The past year has been a rewarding one for Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) investors as shares of the chipmaker have jumped 46% on the stock market. Its stock has jumped 34% just since the company released its third-quarter results on Oct. 26. Chipzilla's revenue and earnings crushed Wall Street's expectations, and the guidance was also well ahead of consensus estimates.

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How Payment Platforms Facilitate Global Transactions For Businesses

FinSMEs

In a world that’s more interconnected than ever, making transactions across borders is a big deal for businesses. Digital technologies have brought payment platforms into the spotlight, changing the game for global transactions. These platforms act as go-betweens for buyers and sellers, making exchanges secure and smooth, no matter where in the world they happen. […] The post How Payment Platforms Facilitate Global Transactions For Businesses appeared first on FinSMEs.

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A New Law Limits What Medicare Enrollees Pay for Prescription Drugs. Here's How It Might Cost Them.

The Motley Fool

One of the biggest misconceptions about Medicare is that coverage under it is free. Not only do enrollees pay a premium for Medicare coverage (aside from Part A, which is usually free), but they're required to meet deductibles and cover the cost of copays for things like prescription drugs. Now the good news is that a new law is set to take effect that should limit the extent to which seniors have to pay out of pocket for prescription drugs.

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Creating Your Own Crypto Exchange: A Guide to White Label Solutions and Custom Development

FinSMEs

Introduction to Crypto Exchanges Overview of Crypto Exchange Platforms Crypto exchanges are the backbone of the cryptocurrency market, enabling the buying, selling, and trading of various digital currencies. They cater to a wide range of users, from novices to experienced traders. Importance in the Current Market These platforms are critical in providing liquidity and accessibility […] The post Creating Your Own Crypto Exchange: A Guide to White Label Solutions and Custom Development appea

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Want to Outperform 92% of Professional Fund Managers? Buy This 1 Investment and Hold It Forever.

The Motley Fool

Professional fund managers get paid a lot of money to take charge of billions of dollars in assets for investors. They tend to have a certain level of education and expertise, which should give them a leg up on the average Joe investing at home. Unfortunately, most professionals aren't worth the price. Anyone can outperform 92% of active fund managers over the long run, and they don't need any special insights into the market to do so.

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LEV Manufacturing and Lane VC Acquire Serial 1 Cycle Company

FinSMEs

LEV Manufacturing, an E-Bike manufacturer, and Lane VC, a mobility focused investment firm, acquired Serial 1 Cycle Company, a Lehi, Utah-based E-Bikes company. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The acquisition will enhance Serial 1 operations with its USA-Based E-Production, Service and Support. Serial 1 offers premium E-Bikes guided by intelligent, human-centered designs and […] The post LEV Manufacturing and Lane VC Acquire Serial 1 Cycle Company appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Are You Beating the Average Social Security Retired Worker Benefit for Your Age Group?

The Motley Fool

It's human nature to compare ourselves against others. We begin doing it as kids. And we continue doing it as we grow older. You might not think anyone would care about comparing their Social Security benefits to what other people receive. But, hey, I'm writing this article about it -- and you're reading it. Are you beating the average Social Security retired worker benefit for your age group?

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Products and services, not operations, key to assessing ESG

Top 1000 Funds

Global asset management firm Robeco has differentiated its ESG assessment methodology to give a more accurate picture of the impact investors have on sustainable development goals (SDGs), according to Rachel Whittaker, the firm’s head of sustainable investment research.

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The Bond Market Is Sounding This Alarm for the First Time in Decades: Here's What It Could Mean for the Stock Market.

The Motley Fool

The U.S. economy expanded at an annualized 4.9% rate in the third quarter, growing more than twice as fast as the long-term average. That reading is somewhat surprising in context. Many economists had warned of a recession this year, citing the nearly unprecedented pace at which the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates to curb inflation. Those warnings seem almost laughable in light of the latest data, but that data may have captured the calm before the storm.

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Saviu holds first close for second francophone-focused venture fund

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Saviu holds first close for second francophone-focused venture fund first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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3 Rock-Solid Dividend Stocks That Just Raised Their Payouts To Record Highs

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Oftentimes a stock has a high yield simply because it has recently underperformed the stock market. But many of the best dividend stocks combine dividend raises with capital gains, giving investors a source of passive income and access to the risks and potential rewards of the stock market. Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) , Emerson Electric (NYSE: EMR) , and Hubbell (NYSE: HUBB) are three dividend stocks that don't sport the highest yields.

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Fibertime Group wins backing from FinnFund

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Fibertime Group wins backing from FinnFund first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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$84 Billion of Warren Buffett's Portfolio Is Invested in These 10 Dirt-Cheap Stocks

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Warren Buffett remains a value investor at heart. Sure, he doesn't adhere as strictly to the tenets espoused by his mentor Benjamin Graham as much as he did in his early years. However, Buffett still loves to find bargains. Unsurprisingly, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) owns quite a few stocks with attractive valuations. In fact, a whopping $84 billion of Buffett's Berkshire portfolio is invested in these 10 dirt cheap stocks. 1.

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IFC mulls $60mln in commitments to two Africa-focused private equity funds

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post IFC mulls $60mln in commitments to two Africa-focused private equity funds first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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A Bull Market Is Coming: 1 Incredible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Growth Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist and Hold Forever

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The challenges of 2022's bear market are beginning to fade as Wall Street looks to the future -- and with good reason. The S&P 500 has already climbed 27% from its bear market low and sits just 5% below a new all-time high. Once the index exceeds that benchmark, it will mark the final measure signaling the arrival of the next bull market, putting any lingering doubts to rest.

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Africa Go Green Fund reaches 60% of final goal with interim close

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Africa Go Green Fund reaches 60% of final goal with interim close first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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What Is the Average Social Security Check Right Now?

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For more than eight decades, Social Security has been providing a financial foundation for many of our nation's retired workers. An estimated 21.7 million people are pulled out of poverty every year because of the monthly benefits they receive from Social Security. But what's most surprising about America's top retirement program is that average Social Security checks are far more modest than most people probably realize.

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Specialist healthcare firm in Morocco lands investment from IFU

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Specialist healthcare firm in Morocco lands investment from IFU first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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Better Tech Stock: Alphabet vs. Apple

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Tech stocks are hot right now, with Wall Street rallying over the growth potential of innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual/augmented reality. As a result, the Nasdaq-100 Technology Sector index has climbed 51% year to date. Excitement over tech looks unlikely to dissipate in 2024, making now an excellent time to consider investing in the booming market.

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TLG Capital leads debt/equity deal for trade finance startup

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post TLG Capital leads debt/equity deal for trade finance startup first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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Don't Cry for SpaceX. The Starship Test Was a Success

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Oops. It looks like SpaceX needs to build another Starship. On Saturday, SpaceX conducted its second-ever flight test of its Starship prototype interplanetary spaceship atop a Super Heavy booster rocket. And as multiple news outlets reported, it ended in disaster: "Starship test launch ends in explosions" (CBS). "Starship launch failed minutes after reaching space" (Reuters).

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MMG buys owner of Khoemacau Copper Mine, giving funds an exit

Africa Capital Digest

To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post MMG buys owner of Khoemacau Copper Mine, giving funds an exit first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.

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2 Biotech Stocks That Could Soar in December

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Biotech stocks have been struggling for more than two years. However, some companies with significant clinical and/or regulatory milestones have been able to overcome this trend and deliver impressive returns for investors. In December, Bluebird Bio (NASDAQ: BLUE) and Structure Therapeutics (NASDAQ: GPCR) both have important events that could boost their stock prices in a big way.

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