The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Semiconductors star Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) shot higher on Thursday morning, rising nearly 5% before retreating to about a 3% gain as of 11:11 a.m. ET. According to CNBC, there's no great mystery as to why. Citing comments made on the network's own Closing Bell: Overtime broadcast, CNBC quoted CEO Jensen Huang saying demand for Nvidia's new Blackwell chip for artificial intelligence (AI) functions is going "insane.

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A Wealth of Common Sense

OCTOBER 3, 2024

We emptied the inbox this week covering other questions about getting your CFA designation, the types of bonds you should own in retirement, how pensions fit into a retirement plan, how to spend more money, teaching your kids about money, becoming a landlord, using a HELOC as an emergency fund, how analysts rate stocks and adding international exposure to your portfolio.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The Social Security program undergoes several important changes each year to ensure benefit payments keep pace with inflation and wages. The most anticipated of those changes is the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). That's especially true in 2025 given that inflation has been a serious burden for many Americans in recent years. The Social Security Administration will provide an official figure concerning the 2025 COLA next week, but beneficiaries should know what to expect.

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Financial Times: Moral Money

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Helping investors navigate the complexities behind decarbonising hard-to-abate industries will be essential, given the need to attract more capital

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) wowed the market with the unveiling of the Orion augmented reality (AR) glasses last week, but they won't go on sale for years. Meanwhile, Snap (NYSE: SNAP) showed off glasses developers will be able to get. Who has the upper hand, and what does the future look like? Travis Hoium digs into the industry in this video. *Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of Oct. 1, 2024.

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AltAssets

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Vector Capital, a leading private investment firm focused on transformative technology investments, has announced that Amish Mehta has rejoined as a Managing Director and member of the Investment Committee. Mehta brings over 20 years of experience in technology and software investments in both private and public markets. He previously spent 12 years at Vector Capital, […] The post Vector Capital names Amish Mehta as returning managing director appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity New

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

UK private equity firm NorthEdge has agreed the sale of global healthcare business, Helios Global Group (Helios), to Telemos Capital (Telemos), a European mid-market private equity firm, following a period of significant growth. Helios, the Cheshire-headquartered full-service healthcare communications group, works with world-leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients to deliver high-quality, high-impact services for its clients – including strategic consultancy; medical and scientific communicat

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Investors have flocked to artificial intelligence (AI) stocks in recent times thanks to the technology's promise of revolutionizing everything from our daily lives to how businesses are run. And we're just at the beginning of this high-growth story. Today's $200 billion market is forecast to reach beyond $1 trillion by the end of the decade. All of this has translated into double-digit gains this year for many companies that support the development of AI -- or are developing AI themselves.

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Summit Partners, a global growth equity private investment firm, has closed its latest flagship US growth equity fund, Summit Partners Growth Equity Fund XII (Summit XII), with $9.5bn in capital commitments five months after launching fundraising. Consistent with the firm’s prior funds, the general partner will be the single largest investor in Summit XII.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Investors have faced considerable difficulty owning Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU). As one of the few makers of DRAM and NAND memory, the company has played a crucial support role in running semiconductor-powered hardware and ensuring the smooth function of software applications. The semiconductor industry is also well known for its cyclicality, and the memory chip industry has experienced the most volatility.

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AltAssets

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Xenon, a private equity enterprise located in Italy, has closed its Private Equity VIII fund on its hard cap of €500m According to RealDeals, the final close represents a considerable 67% increase in capital raised compared to its predecessor. Similar to its previous iterations, Xenon VIII will seek to invest in midmarket Italian firms in […] The post Italian Xenon concludes eighth fund on €500m hard-cap appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Are Social Security benefits an important piece of your retirement income? If so, you might want to keep your eyes and ears open on Thursday, Oct. 10. That's when the cost-of-living adjustment for the coming year's monthly payments will be announced. These increases are intended to maintain retirees' buying power by keeping pace with inflation. Of course, sometimes they're still not quite enough.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The bet on signing up more seniors to its Medicare Advantage insurance plan backfired

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It's always an interesting time when a notable shareholder or executive at a major company buys or sells a lot of stock. Unfortunately for Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) shareholders, founder, chairman, and CEO Michael Dell disclosed a massive share sale on Monday. Dell had been thought of as a recent AI winner, and a relatively low-valued one at that.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

OCTOBER 3, 2024

By Matt Pais, MDRT Content Specialist Let’s say 100 people call you at the same time. How many of them can you speak to at once? Obviously, only one. That’s why Donald P. Speakman, MSFS , a past MDRT member from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, recommends recording an extended voicemail message during high-volume call times to simultaneously address a large number of concerns.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Image source: Getty Images Costco's catalog of odd and delightful finds just keeps growing. Somewhere between the giant tubs of mayo and high-end massage chairs, you may find something you didn't expect: a 10'x12' studio shed for $16,999.99. Yes, you read that right -- Costco is selling a guest house. But before you start picturing a cozy tiny house tucked away in your backyard, let's dive into the details.

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

OceanSound Partners (OceanSound), a growth-oriented PE firm that invests in technology and technology-enabled services companies serving government and highly regulated end markets, has held the final close of its second fund, OceanSound Partners Fund II, at $1.49bn. Together with affiliated co-investment vehicles and a single-asset continuation fund closed in April 2024, OceanSound has raised in excess of $2.15bn of cumulative committed capital in connection with the Fund.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

If you have access to a 401(k) through your employer, it's wise to take full advantage of it. The 401(k) offers a higher contribution limit, allowing up to $23,000 per year, compared to $7,000 per year for both traditional and Roth IRAs. Many plans also offer employer matching contributions , which can effortlessly double your savings. But how much should you have saved in your 401(k) by the time you reach your 40s or 50s?

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Private equity firm Ares Management and billionaire Joe Tsai are in advanced discussion with Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross over the acquisition of stakes in the NFL team and related assets in deals that would value the business at $8.1bn, according to a report by Bloomberg. The report cites unnamed sources familiar with the matter as revealing that the potential transaction would see Ares Management acquire a 10% stake in a package that includes the Dolphins, Hard Rock Stadium, and Formula O

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Investors love to get inspiration from Warren Buffett. He has shepherded his holding company, Berkshire Hathaway , to incredible, market-beating returns over time, providing sage advice for followers along the way. Buffett has famously said that his favorite holding period is forever, and the ideal stock could sit in your account and multiply over many decades.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Simon Carter says higher debt costs have levelled the playing field as UK property group buys several retail parks

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It's nearly impossible to time the market, so investors shouldn't bother. However, it's a good idea for investors to be aware of big events that could move the market -- and potentially their portfolio -- in a big way. If nothing else, knowing about a big event in advance can help investors manage their stress better and ride out any volatility in a much calmer manner.

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AltAssets

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Fidelity Investments has announced the closure of its first-ever Fund, which hit its $250m target four months after opening to investors. The Fidelity Venture Capital Fund I held its final closing on September 30 and was strongly driven by firm support from investors such as high net-worth individuals, registered advisers and family offices. Fund I […] The post Fidelity Investments hits $250m target on its inaugural fund appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Dividend investing can create substantial passive income over time. A conservative example illustrates this potential: Investing $10,000 annually for 40 years in a stock yielding 3.1% with 2.5% annual dividend growth could generate $44,316 in yearly dividend income. This strategy would also build a portfolio worth over $1.4 million. Selecting the right dividend stocks is crucial.

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AltAssets

OCTOBER 3, 2024

TJC, a middle-market focused PE enterprise based out of New York, has announced the close of its second continuation fund at $2.1bn. The Fund will be an extension of The Resolute Fund III and will also include an asset jointly owned with The Resolute Fund IV. The transaction was headed by AlpInvest, a subsidiary of […] The post New York-based TJC rounds off second continuation fund at $2.1bn appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

No one should ever confuse investing with gambling. After all, long-term investing has proven, time and again, to be the best way to build wealth. Meanwhile, the track record of long-term gambling is, to say the least, not as favorable. As noted investor Peter Lynch once said, "One share of stock is not a lottery ticket; it's part ownership of a business.

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AltAssets

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Kurma Partners, an asset manager centered around bettering human health, has announced the first closure of its Biofund IV. The first closure sees Kurma raising €140m, with the enterprise hoping to raise a total €250m by the final closing which is due in 2025. Biofund IV will target 16 to 20 new investments, with three […] The post Biotech backer Kurma Partners concludes first close of €250m Biofund IV appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Cathie Wood is the founder and chief investment officer of Ark Investment Management, which operates several exchange-traded funds focused on innovative technology stocks. Electric vehicles, e-commerce, space exploration, artificial intelligence (AI), and cryptocurrency are just some of the areas Ark is betting on right now. Ark is very bullish on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) , which is the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

JPMorgan Chase & Co is joining forces with Cliffwater, FS Investments, and Shenkman Capital Management Inc to increase its footprint in the booming $1.7tn private credit market, according to a report by Bloomberg, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. Under the terms of the new partnership agreements, JPMorgan will originate loans and co-invest alongside the direct lenders, who will have limited opportunities to opt out of transactions during a specified timeframe, according to Bl

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Warren Buffett finally did it. After making a monster investment in Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) many years ago and watching it appreciate by multiples of his cost basis, the legendary investor is trimming Berkshire Hathaway 's (NYSE: BRK.B) stake. According to filings with the SEC, Buffett has sold approximately half of Berkshire's stake in Apple, raising around $80 billion in cash.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Wanblad plays down prospects of new bid after failed BHP takeover attempt

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Tim Beyers and engineering manager Tim White discuss the transition to quantum computing , investment opportunities in the budding space, and why subatomic particles are like kindergarteners. 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.

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Highland Europe, a private investment firm focussed on investments in growth-stage technology and consumer companies, has appointed Josephine Healy as General Counsel to lead the firm’s legal department. After specialising in technology VC and M&A transactions since the early days of her career, Healy has worked closely with Highland over the past six years at international law firm Osborne Clarke where she was an Associate Director.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is facing a scenario that once seemed unlikely: poor performance. Its business model looks like one that could attract consumers in recessionary times and bargain hunters in improved economic conditions. However, the stock has suffered as its core consumers, lower-income customers in rural areas, have less money to spend because of inflation.

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