The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Many people relocate in retirement because they simply want to. They may have dreamed of living in, say, Spain, throughout their working lives. Or perhaps they visited Costa Rica on vacation and decided they'd love to live there one day. Other people, though, consider relocating in retirement because a retirement in America is looking financially shaky to them.
The Big Picture
MAY 16, 2024
The Misery Index — the combination of Inflation and unemployment — failed as a bearish criticism of the economy. Unemployment remains at 60-year lows, and Inflation has plummeted from 9% down to the 3s. If you have a bearish mindset , and seek confirmation of that perspective, then the next economic critique after the Misery Index you try on for size is “Stagflation.” We have heard the S-word from Jamie Dimon , Stanley Druckenmiller , Bank of America , Barclays , Fox , Ma
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The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Volatility is something that's inescapable for investors on Wall Street. With the exception of 2024, we've witnessed the Dow Jones Industrial Average , S&P 500 , and Nasdaq Composite seesaw between bear and bull markets in successive years since this decade began. During bouts of heightened volatility and uncertainty, professional and everyday investors typically turn their attention to businesses with lengthy track records of outperformance.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
InstaAstro, a Mumbai, India-based provider of an online astrology platform, raised $2.30M in Pre-Series A funding. Backers included LogX Ventures, Singularity Ventures, IR Capital Partners, and Aloke Bajpai, MD & CEO of Ixigo. The company intends to use the funds to launch a new spiritual e-commerce, Daily Pooja, and Reiki healing services. Led by CEO […] The post InstaAstro Raises $2.30M in Pre-Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett and his company Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) had their annual meeting earlier this month. As always, the event was full of insights for investors, who often mimic Buffett's investing moves. This time around, what stuck out to me wasn't what Buffett was saying or which stocks he was buying, but about what he was not doing.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
trawa, a Berlin, Germany-based green energy provider, raised €10M in Seed funding. The round, which brought the total amount to over $12M, was led by Balderton Capital. AENU also participated in the round, alongside previous investors Speedinvest, Magnetic and TinyVC. The company intends to use the funds to expand its AI technology and build out […] The post trawa Raises €10M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
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FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Leya, a Stockholm, Sweden-based legal tech startup, raised $10.5M in Seed funding. The round was led by Benchmark with participation from Hummingbird, SV Angel and Y-Combinator. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and development efforts. Leya provides a platform offering an AI system that works natively with the documents and knowledge […] The post Leya Raises $10.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
In today's video, I discuss recent updates affecting Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the after-market prices of May 14, 2024. The video was published on May 14, 2024. Should you invest $1,000 in Nvidia right now? Before you buy stock in Nvidia, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy n
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Gamma, a San Francisco, CA-based provider of an AI powered presentation platform, raised $12M in Series A funding. The round was led by Accel, with participation from Script Capital, South Park Commons, Lorimer Ventures, and Fellows Fund. The company intends to use the funds to continue to expand operations and its development efforts. Led by […] The post Gamma Raises $12M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is home to some of the best and most promising stocks you can own on the markets. When stocks in this broad index go on sale, it could be a prime time for investors to consider investing in them. Three S&P 500 stocks that have been crashing this year are attracting the notice of bargain hunters: Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ: WBA) , Boeing (NYSE: BA) , and Intel (NASDAQ: INTC).
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Bedrock Materials, a Chicago, IL-based battery technology startup launched out of Stanford University in 2023, raised $9M in Seed funding. The round was led by Trucks Venture Capital, Refactor Capital, and Version One Ventures. Additional investment was provided by Hanover Technology Investment Management, SpaceCadet Ventures, Brainstorm Capital, Evergreen Climate Innovations, Expansion VC, Climate Capital, Quest Venture Partners, […] The post Bedrock Materials Raises $9M in Seed Funding a
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Image source: The Motley Fool/Upsplash After years of near-zero interest rates on bank savings accounts, Americans are getting more savvy with their cash. Instead of leaving money in an account that pays almost interest, more people are moving money to certificates of deposit (CDs) -- recent reporting from Bloomberg shows that the amount of money held in U.S. commercial bank "large CDs" (CDs of $100,000 or more) increased by $615 billion during 2023, reaching a total of $2.26 trillion.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Sine Digital, a London, UK-based independent performance marketing agency, raised $2.5m in Seed funding. The investment came from No Guarantees Productions, a theatrical production company. The funding will accelerate the agency’s U.S. growth and the development of new tools and technologies. With this funding, the agency is investing in two key areas of growth: Founded in 2017 and […] The post Sine Digital Raises $2.5M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Millions of retired seniors collect a monthly benefit from Social Security that's instrumental in helping them cover their bills. And one day, whether it's sooner or later, you might end up in a similar position of needing Social Security to pay your essential expenses. That's why it's so important to do what you can to lock in as generous a monthly benefit as possible.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Vercel, a San Francisco, CA-based frontend cloud platform, raised $250M in Series E funding, at a valuation of $3.25B. The round was led by Accel, with participation from other existing investors including CRV, GV, Notable Capital (previously GGV Capital), Bedrock, Geodesic Capital, Tiger Global, 8VC, and SV Angel. The company intends to use the funds […] The post Vercel Raises $250M in Series E at $3.25 Billion Valuation appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
While there are no guarantees in the stock market, sticking with growing companies that are leaders in their markets is one of the safest ways to choose stocks for the long term. ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW) and Google parent Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) are two leading tech companies producing stellar financial results that are sending their share prices to new highs.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Angel AI, a Nashville, TN-based provider of a parent-designed AI platform that provides an age-appropriate internet experience for children aged 5 to 12 years old, raised $4.75M in Seed funding. The round was led by Cortical Ventures with participation from Village Global and other angel investors. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate its investments […] The post Angel AI Raises $4.75M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
The need for Social Security reform has been well documented. The latest Trustees Report indicates the Social Security retirement trust fund will run out of cash by 2033 if Congress doesn't do anything. That could lead to some big changes in the near future. But the Social Security rules change just a little bit almost every year. And even a little change can greatly impact the well-being of millions of senior citizens relying on their monthly benefits checks to make ends meet. 2024 is no differ
This is going to be BIG.
MAY 16, 2024
There are more active VCs alive today than have ever existed in the history of modern human existence—and that dates back 300,000 years! That means a lot of competition for the best deals and more difficulty in standing out. Add on the fact that some people theorize that the need for venture capital dollars will peak, or potentially already has, and then decline because of the ever-decreasing cost of technology infrastructure as well as the increasing capability of AI to replace expensive humans
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian compares two high-yield dividend stocks to determine which is better for passive income investors. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 13, 2024. The video was published on May 15, 2024. Should you invest $1,000 in Altria Group right now? Before you buy stock in Altria Group, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Altria Group wasn’t one
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Honey Homes, a Lafayette, CA-based membership service delivering complete home upkeep and maintenance, raised $9.25m in Series A-1 funding. The round was led by Era Ventures with participation from previous investors Khosla Ventures and Pear VC. The company intends to use the new capital expand across California and Texas in 2024 and introduce new service offerings.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Finding an ETF or mutual fund that can consistently beat the market year in and year out is practically impossible. That's not for lack of options. Wall Street is full of sharp minds that are often willing to share their investment insights and strategies with everyday investors through a mutual fund. In exchange, they ask for a small percentage of the assets you invest with them.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
GoodShip, a Nashville, TN-based provider of a platform for freight network orchestration and procurement, raised $8M Series A funding. The round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners with participation from Ironspring Ventures, Chicago Ventures, FUSE VC, Cercano Management, 53 Stations, Andrew Silver, Nichole Wischoff, and other angels. The company intends to use the funds to […] The post GoodShip Secures $8M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
The energy and utilities sectors are known for their high yields. Dividends compensate patient shareholders for enduring the cyclicality of the oil patch. Meanwhile, utilities often choose to reward investors with dividends, given the sector's low growth. However, focusing too much on yield alone can lead to poor investment decisions. The key is to find a company that blends a high yield with a sound business model that can support earnings growth, and in turn, a higher dividend.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Voxel51, an Ann Arbor, MI-based company which specializes in visual AI, raised $30M Series B funding. The round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with participation from new investor Tru Arrow Partners and existing investors Drive Capital, Top Harvest Capital, Shasta Ventures and ID Ventures. The company intends to use the funds to expand go-to-market operations and […] The post Voxel51 Raises $30M in Series B Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Speculation over rate cuts is reaching an all-time high, and investors are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's actions. While the exact timing and number of rate cuts remain uncertain, it's widely expected that the Fed will eventually reduce rates to maintain economic stability. As we approach this potential catalyst, I'll explore how investors can best position themselves in the market.
FinSMEs
MAY 16, 2024
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 16th, 2024, FinanceWire Foraxi, the leading forex broker, has set a new standard in the industry with its cutting-edge services tailored to meet the needs of modern traders. With a relentless focus on customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Foraxi is revolutionizing the way traders engage with the forex market and […] The post Foraxi Revolutionizes Forex Trading with Instant Transactions and Tailored Broker Services appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Warren Buffett is a big fan of bank stocks. His holding company, Berkshire Hathaway , has several major investments that are directly exposed to the financial sector. Two of Buffett's positions are particularly attractive right now. One bank is a deep value play, while the other offers compelling long-term growth potential. This bank stock is trading at a deep discount Bank stocks can see their valuations fluctuate wildly during various economic ups and downs.
Private Equity Wire
MAY 16, 2024
Private investment firm Greybull Stewardship has sold health professional education provider Summit Professional Education to Avathon Capital. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Greybull acquired the company in 2014. Greybull said that Summit had shifted from its sole offering of in-person courses to include live streams, live webinars, online courses and podcasts, and that the company grew EBITDA by 600%.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Many years ago, businesses would collect customer and operational data and store it on physical servers located on-site. Today, they rent hardware capacity from enormous, centralized data centers instead for a fraction of the cost, which is a practice called cloud computing. Data-center operators like Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Alphabet 's Google Cloud dominate the cloud industry.
Private Equity Wire
MAY 16, 2024
Ares Management’s Infrastructure debt and alternative credit strategies, CDPQ and Schroders Capital’s private debt and credit alternatives team will provide up to €750in financing to data centre provider Vantage Data Centers. Ares and CDPQ are providing up to €300m respectively, and Schroders Capital is contributing up to €150m, with the financing set to be used to expand Vantage’s EMEA data centre portfolio.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Block (NYSE: SQ) has taken its investors on a wild ride. Shares were once a huge winner in the years leading up to the all-time high reached in August 2021. It helped that the stock market performed well during that time. But with general pessimism surrounding growth-oriented businesses in more recent times, particularly ones that benefited greatly during the depths of the pandemic, it's been a disappointing story since.
A Wealth of Common Sense
MAY 16, 2024
A reader asks: I ran across this blog post by Econ blogger Noah Smith, “Americans are still not worried enough about the risk of world war.” He makes the case that we could well be in what he calls “the foothills” of another conflict on the scale of World War II, arguing that right now feels a lot like the mid-late 1930s must have felt as conflicts broke out across the world and gradually merged in.
The Motley Fool
MAY 16, 2024
Many companies offer fantastic products or services, but that doesn't automatically result in sales growth. Often, one of the most difficult tasks is introducing that product or service to potential customers -- and in such a way that they'll want to buy it. And this is where Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR) today is scoring a major win, and one that could help the software company become one of tomorrow's artificial intelligence (AI) leaders.
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