Image source: Getty Images The stock market has been a stellar performer this year, with the FTSE 100 delivering a total return of 16.3% and the S&P 500 generating 33% over the last 12 months. However, with uncertainty surrounding the new UK government Budget and a newly-elected US government, bearish investors are calling for a new stock market crash. Despite the arguments being made, the stock market’s largely proven to be resilient to the shifting political landscape. In the short term, volatility has increased surrounding big political events. But as the market digests and adjusts, these ‘mini-crashes’ often reverse in…
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Bulgaria, a country often overlooked in the European custom motorcycle scene, harbors a wealth of talented builders. Among them is Bull Moto Custom (BMC), a workshop based in Kyustendil, renowned for its stunning creations. The GT2, a 1981 Honda CB750 transformed into a breathtaking cafe racer, is a testament to BMC’s skill and creativity. Starting with a stock 1981 Honda CB750, the BMC team started on a comprehensive transformation. The bike was stripped down to its bare essentials, and a custom tubular subframe was fabricated to accommodate a sleek LED taillight and integrated turn signals. Bull Moto Custom Transforms 1981 Honda…
While many tech VCs are optimistic about Trump’s second term, some healthcare investors feel stuck.They’re torn between the promise of long-awaited exits and potential threats to healthcare access.Trump could boost healthcare AI and Medicare Advantage but threaten Medicaid and reproductive care. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email. Some healthcare-focused VCs are torn…
KYIV (Reuters) – Ukrainian drones struck a munitions factory in central Russia in an overnight attack, a source in Ukraine’s SBU Security Service told Reuters on Saturday. The attack on the Aleksinsky chemical plant, which produces gunpowder, ammunition and weapons in the Tula region about 200 km (120 miles) south of Moscow, was part of a strategy to target factories that support Moscow’s war against Ukraine, the source said. “Attacks on weapons warehouses, military airfields, and enterprises, which are part of the Russian military-industrial complex, reduce Russia’s ability to terrorize our country,” the SBU source said. The source did not…
According to Fidelity, the number of 401(k) millionaires has recently reached a new record.Not coincidently, the U.S. stock market, as measured by the S&P 500, is also at an all-time high. If you’ve participated in this prosperity, I congratulate you.If you have seen your retirement savings blossom and are closing in on retirement, investing in bonds is an increasingly good idea. That’s because the closer you are to retirement, the more difficult it becomes to replace lost retirement assets with future savings.The cold hard reality is: You never know when the next big stock market sell-off is going to happen.…
The Acura ZDX and Honda Prologue, two electric utility vehicles birthed from General Motors’ BEV3 platform, recently faced scrutiny from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Despite their technical similarities and shared GM underpinnings, both models fell short of the coveted Top Safety Pick awards due to a less than stellar performance in the small overlap front crash test. While the ZDX and Prologue aced the side impact and moderate overlap front crash tests, the IIHS raised concerns about the passenger side small overlap test. Acura ZDX and Honda Prologue Miss Top Safety Pick in IIHS Tests (IIHS on…
While some investors consider earnings reports boring events, this sentiment changes if the company reporting is highly influential on the market’s direction. Right now, one could argue that artificial intelligence (AI) is the most influential theme in the market, so when the AI leader reports, investors better pay attention. Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) is the undisputed leader in AI investing. Its graphics processing units (GPUs) are the computing muscle behind nearly all of the innovative AI models being developed, and it significantly benefited from this trend. Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up…
The BMW K100, once a stalwart of the 80s touring scene, has been reborn as a sleek cafe racer thanks to the masterful touch of Spitfire Speed Shop. This British workshop, renowned for its stylish clothing line, has a history of transforming classic motorcycles into modern masterpieces. Their 2020 K100 build is a testament to their skill and creativity. Originally intended for the 2020 Bike Shed Moto Show, this bike underwent a radical transformation. The stock bodywork was stripped away, leaving only the fuel tank. BMW K100 Reimagined as a Sleek Cafe Racer (Spitfire Speed Shop) The front end was…
A participants stands next to a board at the venue of the United Nations climate change conference, known as COP29, during a media tour ahead of the summit beginning in Baku, Azerbaijan November 8, 2024. BAKU: Countries at the UN COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan will attempt to agree rules for a global system for trading carbon offset credits.Here’s what you should know:What are carbon offsets? Some governments and companies may struggle to reduce their planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions to meet their climate targets. Supporters of carbon offsets see them as a key means to help meet these goals.These offsets allow…
Image source: Getty Images Investing in blue-chip shares that pay their owners regular dividends is exactly my definition of passive income. I earn money and do not need to work for it. Using this approach need not be expensive. If I had a spare £200 to tuck away each month, here is how I would put it to work in the stock market on my behalf! Getting into the savings habit First I would set up a share-dealing account or Stocks and Shares ISA and start putting the money in each month. I believe saving a set amount on a…