Image source: The Motley Fool One thing more than any other has struck me about the US stock market lately: the relentless selling of Warren Buffett. Not only has he been selling large chunks of his holdings in companies like Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), but he has then basically been sitting on the money rather than reinvesting it. His cash pile is around $325bn. Is there really nothing on sale that tempts Buffett to spend some (or all) of that money? We do not know. Maybe he is saving the money for a specific purpose yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, his…
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Mercedes driver George Russell has proposed a major change to the Formula 1 weekend format following a turbulent Brazilian Grand Prix. Russell finished in fourth place at Interlagos, narrowly missing out on a podium after leading the race for the first 28 laps. Russell’s race was compromised when a poorly-timed red flag allowed Max Verstappen, Esteban Ocon, and Pierre Gasly to gain a free pit stop advantage over him and second-placed Lando Norris. Both British drivers had already pitted, leaving Russell frustrated by the unfortunate timing, as he vented over team radio. The red flag during the race was just…
On October 31, ENGIE North America (ENGIE) announced signing a deal to supply 260 MW of renewable energy to Meta from its Sypert Branch solar project in Milam County Texas. Dave Carroll, Chief Renewables Officer and SVP of ENGIE North America remarked on the announcement, “We are delighted to announce this agreement to work with Meta by providing renewable power that supports their growth and aligns with their net zero commitments. We are proud that ENGIE’s proven track record in developing, building and operating renewable assets puts us at the forefront of the energy transition and this agreement with Meta…
Robert J. Perna, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at Knowles Corp (NYSE:), recently sold a significant portion of the company’s common stock. According to a recent SEC filing, Perna disposed of 21,080 shares on November 4, 2024, at an average price of $17.56 per share. This transaction totaled approximately $370,164. The shares were held indirectly by a trust, and following the sale, there are no remaining shares owned by the trust. This move comes after a previous internal transfer of shares on March 4, 2024, which did not involve any monetary exchange. In other recent news, Knowles Corporation…
The one big thing corporations often get wrong is believing that all activists are the same, explained Elizabeth Gonzalez-Sussman, who recently was hired to lead the activism defense practice at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP.“The best experience I have is understanding the perspectives of the activists and sharing that with the board and management team,” Gonzalez-Sussman said on the latest Activist Investing Today podcast.Sussman recently left top activist advisory practice Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP, where she spent nearly two decades advising top-tier and first-time activist investors. Sussman discussed corporate defense tactics that can sometimes backfire, settlement subcommittee pros and cons and governance vulnerabilities,…
Is there such a thing as a tax-free investment? The short answer is yes — but there aren’t many to choose from. The handful of tax-exempt investments out there are fixed-income securities, like municipal bonds. But there are plenty of other ways to minimize taxes in your portfolio, including using tax-advantaged retirement accounts and strategically selling investments at a loss in order to offset capital gains. In short, if you’re trying to skirt federal or state taxes on investments, you have options. Tax-exempt investments tend to be most beneficial for high-income individuals, so it’s important to consider your specific tax…
Shares of Home Depot (NYSE: HD) were pulling back today even though there was no company-specific news out on the stock. Instead, investors in the home improvement retailer were reacting to Donald Trump’s victory. While stocks were up broadly, the real estate sector was down as Treasury yields jumped, a sign that investors think that interest rates could rise in a Trump administration due to deficit spending and tariffs, which could lead to inflation, potentially preventing the Fed from lowering interest rates as it has intended. Home Depot stock was down 3.7% on the news as of 12:47 p.m. ET.…
In 2005, James Stewart entered the 450 Supercross class riding a KX250 two-stroke, following his dominance in the 125 class where he set multiple records. Despite his success in the 125 category, his rookie 450 Supercross season didn’t go as smoothly. After crashing during practice at the Phoenix race and breaking his left forearm, Stewart was forced to take two months off. Upon his return, he finished third at his home race in Orlando and won in Dallas, Seattle, and Houston. At this time, most riders were still using two-stroke bikes, giving Stewart a chance to showcase his potential. When…
The U.S. dollar recently surged, climbing 1.4% on the ICE U.S. Dollar Index, spurred by the recent election results, as former President Donald Trump returned to office. This rally, which saw the greenback strengthening against major currencies such as the euro, yen, and yuan, has renewed investor interest in how a robust dollar might impact multinational giants. One such company in the spotlight is Procter & Gamble Co. (PG), a leading consumer goods manufacturer with vast international operations. Procter & Gamble (P&G), known for products ranging from Tide and Pampers to Gillette and Crest, generates significant revenue outside the U.S.,…
Untelevised footage from the Brazilian Grand Prix revealed the significant physical strain Fernando Alonso endured after completing a challenging race at Interlagos. Having started in ninth place following a crash in the delayed Sunday morning qualifying session, Alonso faced a tough battle, ultimately finishing 14th. Throughout the race, he struggled with severe porpoising, which caused him considerable back pain. In the closing laps, he expressed his discomfort over the team radio, describing the bouncing as abnormal and promising to finish the race for his mechanics who had worked hard to repair his car. The unseen footage captured the moment Alonso…