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Galileo Galilei And The End Of Science
2025-07-21

Galileo Galilei And The End Of Science

Sweeping cuts to science funding and staffing throughout the federal government are designed to help Big Oil, not Americans. The post Galileo Galilei And The End Of Science appeared first on CleanTechnica.

Run, Kamala, Run! (But Would She Lose?)
2025-07-21

Run, Kamala, Run! (But Would She Lose?)

Run, Kamala, Run! (But Would She Lose?) Authored by Arthur Schaper via American Greatness,Former District Attorney, California Attorney General, US Senator, and Vice President Kamala Harris will make her big announcement this summer. Not about seeking a second, er, third bid for the White House in 2028. It’s all about 2026. Will she or won’t she run for California governor?California Democratic Party brass are weighing whether to give her another chance. Newsom’s polling keeps going down, while Kamala has seen a bump. Unlike the rest of the country, Californians are willing to work with the woke, broke, or joke of a Democratic Party. Trump Derangement Syndrome also lingers on in the Left Coast, and we won’t know whether Los Angeles (or even San Francisco) has learned their lessons. Voting for Kamala is one way to stick it to Trump and his agenda.One would think that California is moving in the right direction, though. I have mocked Newsom’s not-so-subtle intentions for president, and even in California, there has been increased movement to the right in terms of common sense on crime. Better people are getting elected locally, but California’s district attorneys, sheriffs, and mayors are non-partisan offices. Statewide constitutional offices, however, still carry the party label, so voters draw partisan conclusions. Californians have not welcomed the Republican brand yet, although there is improvement. For 2026, one poll suggested that 48% of Californians were willing to elect a Republican for governor.Only 48%, though? It’s a terrible thought to consider, but have Californians not suffered enough? What is the matter with this state? Maryland, Massachusetts, and even Vermont have elected Republican governors in the last ten years. Are they still feeling burned because of Schwarzenegger? He didn’t live up to all the conservative hype, but he did some good.Maybe voters are still suffering the hangover from Governor Pete Wilson and Prop 187 in 1994, which ruined everything for Republicans. However, President Trump has adopted a Pete Wilson-style stance on stopping illegal immigration, and he is following through on those commitments and getting higher approval ratings. Trump lost California to Harris, but she didn’t crack 60%. Californians are tired of illegal immigration, crime, corruption, $8 a gallon gas, boys in girls’ sports, and the public-school perversion, too.There is a chance for a Republican to break through.Will Kamala Harris do the full Richard Nixon? He ran for president in 1960 and lost; then he ran for governor in 1962 and lost again. Harris lost her primary bid in 2020, lost the general election bid in 2024, and will possibly lose in 2026. Republicans have a shot at the Sacramento top spot.The self-assured gaslighting from Democrats is heartening for our cause. Congressman Ro Khanna (D-East Bay somewhere crazy) suggested that Harris can fix the problems piling up in California.Sure, Ro.Harris’ speeches are nothing but a pile-up of platitudes and pablum. She burned through $2 billion of campaign funds, lost all swing states, and even the popular vote (not that it matters, since we are a republic, not a democracy). During the 2024 campaign, I was struck by the number of California Democratic incumbents who were debating their Republican challengers, even in my little assembly district in the South Bay. Adam Schiff debated Steve Garvey for the US Senate, too, though the polling indicated that Schiff was going to shiv the voters with his win in the US Senate. Why did they all debate?Kamala was dragging down the ticket, based on the Democrats’ own internal 2024 polling. Some reports exposed that she was never ahead of Trump, despite the initial reported polling bump when she bumped Joe Biden off the ballot. Could she strike out again and drag the Democratic ticket across the Golden State? The left-wing Resistance has reared its confused head, and they want to stick it to Trump and the Republicans. However, if Trump’s positive numbers hold and he fulfills key promises on border security, crime, and the economy, the lingering failures of the Biden regime could sting and stink up Kamala’s campaign.One thing’s for sure: if she jumps in, she all but clears the field on the Democratic side. Harris’s biggest Democratic challenger is former Congresswoman Katie Porter, who has burned bridges with the California Democratic establishment because she challenged Feinstein while she was still alive. Porter has pissed off the progressives as a performative politician rather than a purposeful policymaker since she claimed “rigged elections” against Adam Schiff during the 2024 US Senate primary, echoing the “MAGA talking points” about Election 2020. The intersectionality factors are clearly in Harris’s favor: she’s female, black, Asian-Indian (depending on which cameras are rolling), and has no redeeming leadership qualities whatsoever, i.e., the perfect diversity hire.Republicans must coalesce around one candidate as well. So far, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has announced having won two county-wide races, taking a stand on statewide issues, standing up for parental rights, and enacting shall-issue for concealed carry weapons permits in his county. Steve Hilton, a Fox News pundit with broad appeal and media savvy, has also jumped into the race. For Republicans to capitalize on this opportunity, they need to focus on key issues that have propelled recent conservative victories across the state. In 2020, voters rejected efforts to repeal Prop 209, which had ended affirmative action in hiring and college admissions. Voters have rejected school bonds and minimum wage hikes, yet supported a restored crackdown on crime. Republicans should not run from Trump, but they can’t coast on him either. They should tie every negative from the Biden regime to Kamala’s incompetence. Word has it that since some high-up Democrats like Maxine Waters and Nancy Pelosi loathe the woman, key Democratic Party leaders won’t roll out the red—or rather blue—carpet for her campaign, either. James Carville said it best: “These fundraisers are burnt,” and they won’t want to burn more of their hard-earned campaign cash on crappy Kamala.All of this can help the GOP retake the California governor’s mansion. But will it be enough? Tyler DurdenSun, 07/20/2025 - 22:10

U.S. firms scramble to secure rare-earth magnets — imports from China surge 660%
2025-07-21

U.S. firms scramble to secure rare-earth magnets — imports from China surge 660%

U.S. stock futures moved higher early Monday as investors tracked the latest developments in trade and awaited the start of big tech earnings this week.Dow Jones Industrial Average futures added 117 points, or 0.26%. S&P 500 futures rose 0.24%, while Nasdaq 100 futures increased by 0.29%.Trade was once again in focus as the White House reiterated its position on tariffs. On Sunday, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called Aug. 1 the “hard deadline” for countries to start paying tariffs, though he also added that “nothing stops countries from talking to us after August 1.”Wall Street is coming off a winning week for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, both of which continued to notch all-time highs. The S&P 500 ended the week higher by 0.6%, while the Nasdaq climbed 1.5%. The Dow ended the week slightly lower.The moves come on the heels of a solid start to earnings season. Of the 59 S&P 500 companies that have reported thus far, more than 86% have topped expectations, according to FactSet data.The major averages could receive a boost in the week ahead if Alphabet and Tesla — the first of the so-called Magnificent Seven companies set to report — manage to beat estimates. The megacaps are expected to be a major driver of earnings growth during the second-quarter earnings season. FactSet’s John Butters expects the Magnificent Seven will post earnings growth of 14% in the second quarter, while the other 493 S&P 500 companies are seen posting growth of just 3.4%.“We’re at an all time high for the [S&P 500] right at the beginning of earnings season,” said Mark Malek, investment chief at Siebert Financial, adding, “If we can get through this earnings season with not too many major failures, I think that is really, really important at this point, if we want to continue this upward momentum that we have in the market.”On the economic front, the June reading for leading indicators, which are predictive metrics for the overall market and economy, is scheduled for release on Monday at 10 a.m. ET.Verizon Communications and Domino’s Pizza are among the companies set to report earnings Monday.Aug. 1 is ‘hard deadline’ for tariffs, Commerce Secretary Lutnick saysCommerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that Aug. 1 is the deadline for countries to begin paying tariffs to the United States, but said that “nothing stops countries from talking to us after August 1.”“That’s a hard deadline, so on August 1, the new tariff rates will come in,” Lutnick said on CBS News, when asked about the deadline for his tariffs on the European Union.President Donald Trump’s tariff deadline has shifted since he announced his steep levies on trading partners on April 2, but White House officials now maintain that Aug. 1 is a firm deadline.“Nothing stops countries from talking to us after August 1, but they’re going to start paying the tariffs on August 1,” Lutnick said.— Erin Doherty, Sarah MinStock futures open little changedStock futures opened little changed Sunday night.Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell by 18 points, or 0.04%. S&P 500 futures gained 0.02%, while Nasdaq 100 futures traded flat.— Sarah Min

INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of DoubleVerify
2025-07-20

INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of DoubleVerify

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In DoubleVerify To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their OptionsIf you purchased or acquired securities in DoubleVerify between November 10, 2023 and February 27, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).[You may also click here for additional information]NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. ("DoubleVerify" or the "Company") (NYSE:DV) and reminds investors of the July 21, 2025 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com.As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

Bank OZK Continues To Deliver In Q2
2025-07-20

Bank OZK Continues To Deliver In Q2

Bank OZK posted record Q2 results, strong loan growth, and sound credit quality, with solid capital and return potential. See why OZK stock is a strong buy.

Superstar singer extends lifetime residency off Las Vegas Strip
2025-07-20

Superstar singer extends lifetime residency off Las Vegas Strip

The iconic superstar singer adds 54 shows in 2026 to his Vegas residency.

2025-07-20

Less selection, higher prices: How tariffs are shaping the holiday shopping season - AP News

Less selection, higher prices: How tariffs are shaping the holiday shopping season AP NewsView Full Coverage on Google News

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $576,000 Stock Position in iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM)
2025-07-20

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $576,000 Stock Position in iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM)

Morse Asset Management Inc boosted its holdings in iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM – Free Report) by 4.4% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 2,889 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock after purchasing an additional 121 shares during [...]

OneAscent Family Office LLC Boosts Stake in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)
2025-07-20

OneAscent Family Office LLC Boosts Stake in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)

OneAscent Family Office LLC raised its position in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK – Free Report) by 57.6% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The firm owned 323 shares of the asset manager’s stock after purchasing an additional 118 shares during the period. OneAscent Family Office LLC’s holdings in BlackRock were worth $305,000 at the end of the [...]

Aspen Capital Management LLC Takes Position in iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (NYSEARCA:EFA)
2025-07-20

Aspen Capital Management LLC Takes Position in iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (NYSEARCA:EFA)

Aspen Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (NYSEARCA:EFA – Free Report) during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 14,000 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock, valued at approximately $1,144,000. iShares MSCI EAFE ETF comprises about 0.4% of Aspen [...]

iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:IVW) Shares Acquired by Mosaic Advisors LLC
2025-07-20

iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:IVW) Shares Acquired by Mosaic Advisors LLC

Mosaic Advisors LLC grew its stake in iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:IVW – Free Report) by 81.1% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 4,912 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 2,199 shares during the quarter. [...]

Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) Shares Acquired by Elyxium Wealth LLC
2025-07-20

Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) Shares Acquired by Elyxium Wealth LLC

Elyxium Wealth LLC raised its holdings in Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) by 230.2% in the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 15,488 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 10,798 shares during the period. Elyxium Wealth LLC’s holdings in Bank of America were worth $646,000 at the [...]

OneAscent Financial Services LLC Grows Stake in Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BSV)
2025-07-20

OneAscent Financial Services LLC Grows Stake in Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BSV)

OneAscent Financial Services LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BSV – Free Report) by 103.2% in the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The fund owned 232,610 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 118,135 shares during the quarter. Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF accounts for 1.2% of OneAscent Financial [...]

Calton & Associates Inc. Purchases 3,773 Shares of iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF (NASDAQ:IJT)
2025-07-20

Calton & Associates Inc. Purchases 3,773 Shares of iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF (NASDAQ:IJT)

Calton & Associates Inc. increased its position in shares of iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF (NASDAQ:IJT – Free Report) by 82.4% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 8,351 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 3,773 shares [...]

OneAscent Family Office LLC Makes New Investment in Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA)
2025-07-20

OneAscent Family Office LLC Makes New Investment in Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA)

OneAscent Family Office LLC acquired a new position in Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA – Free Report) in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm acquired 1,793 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock, valued at approximately $237,000. Several other institutional investors have [...]

South Dakota Investment Council Increases Stock Holdings in Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT)
2025-07-20

South Dakota Investment Council Increases Stock Holdings in Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT)

South Dakota Investment Council grew its position in Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT – Free Report) by 5.1% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 18,030 shares of the aerospace company’s stock after buying an additional 880 shares [...]

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $449,000 Stock Holdings in Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT)
2025-07-20

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $449,000 Stock Holdings in Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT)

Morse Asset Management Inc lessened its stake in Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT – Free Report) by 8.9% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 3,093 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock after selling 302 shares during the quarter. Morse Asset Management [...]

Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC Decreases Stock Position in iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:IVV)
2025-07-20

Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC Decreases Stock Position in iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:IVV)

Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC decreased its position in shares of iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:IVV – Free Report) by 35.1% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 1,294 shares of the company’s stock after selling 701 shares during the [...]

Mosaic Advisors LLC Sells 46,570 Shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ:VXUS)
2025-07-20

Mosaic Advisors LLC Sells 46,570 Shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ:VXUS)

Mosaic Advisors LLC cut its stake in shares of Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ:VXUS – Free Report) by 12.3% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 333,529 shares of the company’s stock after selling 46,570 shares during the quarter. Vanguard Total [...]

iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) Shares Sold by Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC
2025-07-20

iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) Shares Sold by Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC

Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC decreased its holdings in shares of iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO – Free Report) by 61.1% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 422 shares of the company’s stock after selling 664 shares during the period. Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in iShares [...]

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $768,000 Stock Holdings in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)
2025-07-20

Morse Asset Management Inc Has $768,000 Stock Holdings in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)

Morse Asset Management Inc raised its position in BlackRock (NYSE:BLK – Free Report) by 111.7% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 811 shares of the asset manager’s stock after buying an additional 428 shares during the [...]

OneAscent Financial Services LLC Purchases 63,205 Shares of Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA)
2025-07-20

OneAscent Financial Services LLC Purchases 63,205 Shares of Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA)

OneAscent Financial Services LLC lifted its position in shares of Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA – Free Report) by 102.5% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 124,870 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an [...]

CEF Weekly Review: Tender Offers Keep Delivering Value To Investors
2025-07-20

CEF Weekly Review: Tender Offers Keep Delivering Value To Investors

CEF market was mostly lower this week, with REIT and MLP sectors underperforming. Check out CEF market valuation and performance through the second week of July.

2025-07-20

US Revokes Visas For Brazilian Judge, His Allies Over Bolsonaro Prosecution

US Revokes Visas For Brazilian Judge, His Allies Over Bolsonaro Prosecution U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced late Friday that he has revoked the visas of Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, his “allies on the court,” and their close relatives, citing an ongoing “political witch hunt” targeting former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and “censorship of protected expression in the United States.”The decision came hours after Brazil’s Supreme Court ordered police to search Bolsonaro’s home and attach an electronic monitor to the former leader’s ankle. Bolsonaro, who has already had his passport confiscated, is now also subject to a nightly and weekend curfew.Under the same order signed by de Moraes, Bolsonaro is barred from using social media, communicating with foreign diplomats, or getting close to foreign embassies. Earlier this year, he was denied a request to temporarily get his passport back so he could attend President Donald Trump’s second inauguration ceremony.Separately, de Moraes is leading an aggressive investigation into so-called “digital militias” accused of spreading disinformation and hate speech during the Bolsonaro administration.Last year, he temporarily banned X across the country after the Elon Musk-owned social media platform refused to remove certain accounts—many linked to Bolsonaro supporters—that de Moraes said had violated Brazilian law.As Bill Pan reports for The Epoch Times, Rubio condemned the court’s actions as politically motivated repression.“President Trump made clear that his administration will hold accountable foreign nationals who are responsible for censorship of protected expression in the United States,” Rubio said in a statement.“Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes’s political witch hunt against Jair Bolsonaro created a persecution and censorship complex so sweeping that it not only violates basic rights of Brazilians, but also extends beyond Brazil’s shores to target Americans,” he continued.“I have therefore ordered visa revocations for Moraes and his allies on the court, as well as their immediate family members, effective immediately.”De Moraes is presiding over Bolsonaro’s trial, in which the former president faces charges of an attempted coup related to the Jan. 8, 2023, protests at Brazil’s federal government buildings.Authorities allege the protests were part of a broader conspiracy to overturn the 2022 election results that brought Bolsonaro’s left-wing rival Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to power.Bolsonaro has consistently denied wrongdoing or any involvement in the alleged coup plot. He has not been convicted, but is nonetheless barred from running for public office until 2030.His treatment has become a flashpoint in the escalating standoff between the Trump and Lula administrations. Last week, the U.S. president threatened to impose a 50 percent tariff on Brazilian goods unless Bolsonaro’s prosecution was dropped.Trump also cited Brazil’s non-tariff trade barriers in his decision to impose the new tariff rate. Meanwhile, Brazil is one of the roughly two dozen countries that run a trade deficit with the United States, while almost all other countries targeted by Trump’s tariff measures post large surpluses.“There will be no Tariff if Brazil, or companies within your Country, decide to build or manufacture product within the United States and, in fact, we will do everything possible to get approvals quickly, professionally, and routinely—in other words, in a matter of weeks,” Trump wrote.Following Friday’s police raid, Bolsonaro’s son, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, took to social media to urge Trump to “suspend the 50 percent tariff on Brazilian imports and impose individual sanctions instead.”The post was later deleted.Lula has dismissed Trump’s accusations of unfair trade practices as false and denounced Rubio’s visa revocations as improper interference in Brazil’s judiciary.“The interference of one country in another’s justice system is unacceptable and violates the basic principles of respect and sovereignty among nations,” Lula wrote on X.“I am certain that no form of intimidation or threat, from anyone, will compromise the most important mission of national powers and institutions, which is to act permanently in defense and preservation of the Democratic Rule of Law.” Tyler DurdenSat, 07/19/2025 - 22:45

Sunbears To Elephants: Life At A Thai Wildlife Hospital
2025-07-20

Sunbears To Elephants: Life At A Thai Wildlife Hospital

The patient lay prone on the operating table. The operating theatre was the final stop, for a vasectomy to allow Yong to join a mixed troop of rescued monkeys without risk of breeding.

2025-07-20

What Is Your Marginal Tax Rate?

What Is Your Marginal Tax Rate? Authored by Anne Johnson via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours),The highest tax rate you'll pay on your income is called the marginal tax rate. The United States has a progressive tax system, which means that different tiers of income are taxed at varying rates.Rrraum/ShutterstockYou should know how the marginal rate works when planning your tax filings. This can be especially important if you receive bonuses from work or have other streams of income.Marginal Tax Rate Depends on Last Dollar of IncomeWhen people discuss what tax bracket they are in, they usually give a flat number. They may say they’re in the 22 percent tax bracket. But that isn’t entirely true. You may fall into the 22 percent tax bracket, but your total income isn’t taxed at 22 percent.When people state this, they are usually talking about their marginal tax rate. Your marginal tax rate is the percentage of tax you pay on your last dollar of income. This means it’s the last tax bracket into which your income falls.Keep in mind that with a progressive tax, you’re taxed at different rates according to how your income is tiered.Using a single filer as an example, the IRS tax brackets for tax year 2025 are:10 percent: for income $11,925 or less12 percent: for income over $11,92522 percent: for income over $48,47524 percent: for income over $103,35032 percent: for income over $197,30035 percent: for income over $250,52537 percent: for income over $626,350An example of the marginal tax would be using single filer Frank with a taxable income of $50,000 (deductions have already been applied in this example).Frank would be taxed:10 percent on the first $11,925, which equals $1,192.5012 percent on the next $36,550, which equals $4,38622 percent on the remaining $1,525, which equals $335.50Frank’s marginal tax rate is 22 percent because it’s the rate applied to his last dollar of income. That 22 percent doesn’t apply to all his income.It’s important to know your marginal tax rate. It can help you make decisions concerning bonuses, investments, or other earnings. The marginal rate will inform you of the top tier of your tax rate.What Is the Effective Tax Rate?The effective tax rate is the average rate you’ll pay on all your income. It gives you a more accurate picture of your tax burden.To find your effective rate, divide your total tax liability by your total taxable income and multiply by 100.So, Frank, with $50,000 in income and a $5,914 tax liability, would have an effective tax rate of 11.83 percent. In other words, 11.83 percent of Frank’s income would go toward paying federal taxes.Can Tax Credits Lower Your Marginal Tax Rate?Tax credits like the Child Tax Credit will not lower your marginal tax rate. The Child Tax Credit under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for 2025 is $2,200—with adjustments for inflation—according to the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means.This tax credit isn’t used to lower your income; it reduces your tax liability. So, using Frank’s tax liability amount of $5,914, he could apply the tax credit and now owe $3,714.How to Lower Your Marginal Tax RateThere are several ways to lower your marginal tax rate. Start with maximizing your retirement contributions. You can lower your taxable income dollar-for-dollar with yearly contributions to a 401(k), a traditional IRA, or other retirement accounts.For example, the maximum 401(k) limit in 2025, according to the IRS, is $23,500, and the traditional IRA limit is $7,000.Health savings accounts (HSAs) can also help lower your taxable income. According to the IRS, an individual with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan can contribute a maximum of $4,300 to an HSA.If you expect a large bonus at the end of the year, you may want to consider deferring it to next year. This especially works if you anticipate an income reduction in the future. You may want to ask to defer a severance if you are laid off. In fact, any payments that you could defer may help reduce your marginal tax rate.If you must take a required minimum distribution (RMD), which could affect your marginal tax rate, consider donating to charity. Eligible IRA owners can make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) up to $108,000 per individual for tax year 2025, according to the IRS. Payments must be made directly from the IRA to the qualified charity in order to avoid the amount being applied to your income.Marginal Tax Rate Determines Additional Amount PaidThe marginal tax rate helps you think about future earnings. For example, if you are considering taking a new job with a large pay raise, it may push you into a higher marginal tax rate. You should know what that will be so you can understand the tax implications.Likewise, if you are anticipating selling something for a profit, knowing your marginal tax rate can help you determine when to sell.The Epoch Times copyright © 2025. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors. They are meant for general informational purposes only and should not be construed or interpreted as a recommendation or solicitation. The Epoch Times does not provide investment, tax, legal, financial planning, estate planning, or any other personal finance advice. The Epoch Times holds no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information provided. Tyler DurdenSat, 07/19/2025 - 22:10

2025-07-20

Almost 75% of American Teens Have Used AI Companions, Study Finds - ScienceAlert

Almost 75% of American Teens Have Used AI Companions, Study Finds ScienceAlertA.I. Is About to Solve Loneliness. That’s a Problem The New YorkerTeens flock to companion bots despite risks AxiosKids are asking AI companions to solve their problems, according to a new study. Here’s why that’s a problem CNNWhat is pathological productivity and how can you avoid it? Expert explains MSN

Wall Street Review: S&P, Nasdaq Set New Records as Rally Resumes
2025-07-20

Wall Street Review: S&P, Nasdaq Set New Records as Rally Resumes

Positive economic data, coupled with strong corporate earnings, lifted investor sentiment.

2025-07-20

How China Built a Global Port Network - The Wall Street Journal

How China Built a Global Port Network The Wall Street JournalChina threatens to block Panama ports deal unless its shipping giant gets stake, WSJ reports ReutersChina Threatens Trump's Panama Canal Deal: Report NewsweekChina threatens to squash Panama ports deal unless its shipping giant gets an equal stake: report New York PostHouse China Committee Raises Alarm over PRC Influence on the Panama Canal Select Committee on the CCP | (.gov)

Massachusetts company recalls more than 24,000 pounds of chicken sausage due to possible plastic contamination
2025-07-20

Massachusetts company recalls more than 24,000 pounds of chicken sausage due to possible plastic contamination

Massachusetts-based Kayem Foods has voluntarily recalled more than 24,000 pounds of chicken sausage products that may be contaminated with plastic following customer reports.

Global week ahead: Banking bellwethers and a tariffs waiting game
2025-07-20

Global week ahead: Banking bellwethers and a tariffs waiting game

Bank earnings in Europe and a rate decision from the ECB will dominate investors’ attention this week. Financials reporting this week include Unicredit, Deutsche Bank, BNP Paribas, Lloyds Banking Group and Natwest. The European Central Bank is seen as being “well-positioned to wait” before acting on interest rates.Next week, the CNBC teams are back on the road – and it’s all about the banks and the ECB. From Frankfurt to Milan, and Paris to London, the financials are in focus.Banking bellwethersThe markets seem to be banking on the financial sector to keep up the positive earnings momentum this quarter. Citi described the first quarter as “remarkably resilient,” with analysts now expecting Stoxx 600 earnings-per-share growth to turn positive year-on-year this quarter.Much of that optimism is centered on the big banks, while other sectors like luxury, autos and energy have been plagued by earnings downgrades.Unicredit kicks things off on Wednesday. The Italian banking giant will try to keep investors focused on the numbers, rather than its M&A ambitions. While its moves around Commerzbank have seen it increase its equity stake to 20%, Saxo Bank analysts highlight the uncertainty around its potential takeover of Banco BPM, after an Italian court blocked the move until further conditions are met. The stock is up over 50% so far this year, providing some cheer for CEO Andrea Orcel as he battles to keep his expansion plans on track.French financial BNP Paribas — the euro zone’s largest lender by assets — reports earnings on Thursday.Last quarter, the bank soared past expectations driven by performance at its investment bank, but revised its profitability target slightly lower.On the same day, attention will turn to Frankfurt for Deutsche Bank’s latest set of numbers. The German lender logged its best profit in 14 years last quarter, benefiting from increased trading volumes around the market volatility. CEO Christian Sewing told CNBC in June that he sees an opportunity for Europe to invest more in its own defense sector as a key growth area.The waiting gameFor macro-watchers, the highlight of the week in Europe will come from the European Central Bank. President Christine Lagarde and her fellow policymakers are expected to keep rates on hold at 2% on Thursday. But there is a BIG catch...U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats are not expected to derail this meeting’s outcome, according to Reuters, citing five ECB governing council member sources. But if Trump does push ahead with 30% tariffs on EU imports, there is a broad assumption the ECB will cut rates in response.Investors will have until Sept. 11 to assess the impact, as the ECB breaks for the summer after this week’s meeting.Inflation situationIn terms of the underlying economic conditions, Deutsche Bank warns that European inflation risks are “still being underestimated, with a remarkable complacency across key assets,” with the tariff impact yet to fully trickle through.The bank’s macro strategist also told CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe that the Aug. 1 tariff deadline for negotiations between the U.S. and EU sets the stage for a late outcome to trigger a “very sharp market reaction.”

WNBA players wear 'pay us what you owe us' shirts before All-Star game
2025-07-20

WNBA players wear 'pay us what you owe us' shirts before All-Star game

The tees made an appearance Saturday as the Women's National Basketball Players Association and WNBA negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement.

Closing Of Epstein Investigation Unpopular With Voters
2025-07-20

Closing Of Epstein Investigation Unpopular With Voters

Closing Of Epstein Investigation Unpopular With Voters On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump ordered his Attorney General Pam Bondi to release files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, including Grand Jury testimony, for which a judge's approval is necessary, however.The move came after more than a week of controversy around the topic and Trump trying to deflect the uproar that would just not die down. Pressure mounted yesterday after the Wall Street Journal published a previously unreleased letter by Trump on the occasion of Epstein's 50th birthday, including the drawing of a naked woman, whicvh Trump has said is fake and is now suing for defamation.Despite campaign promises by Trump to release certain files pertaining to the investigation into deceases society figure and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, his administration in early July declared that these documents, a client list specifically, did not exist and that it believed that Epstein had taken his own life in prison.As Statista's Katharina Buchholz reports, the announcement alienated Trump's base which for years has been fed a narrative around an Epstein conspiracy, including by Trump and people now in his administration.The conspiracy claims that documents implicating prominent figures in sex crimes have been held back for years and that Epstein was murdered as a cover-up.Attorney General Pam Bondi had as recently as February referred to the list as existing, while Trump confidant Elon Musk in June tweeted that Trump was implicated in the files.In July, only 17 percent of U.S. voters approved of the handling of the Epstein files, the lowest among eight surveyed issues including immigration, trade, the economy, the Russia-Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict.You will find more infographics at StatistaAll issued had approval ratings under 50 percent. Tyler DurdenSat, 07/19/2025 - 21:35

2025-07-20

Border Patrol removes 13 crew members with work visas from Great Lakes cruise ships - MLive.com

Border Patrol removes 13 crew members with work visas from Great Lakes cruise ships MLive.comView Full Coverage on Google News

2025-07-20

Contaminated salami that caused outbreak also sold in B.C. and Saskatchewan - CBC

Contaminated salami that caused outbreak also sold in B.C. and Saskatchewan CBCRecall of 67 meats in B.C. and other provinces triggered by foodborne illness investigation CHEK NewsHealth Canada announces major recall of salami brands due to potential salmonella contamination CTV NewsRECALL: Meat recall grows in Canada after 86 confirmed cases INsaugaSalami, cacciatore recalled in Saskatchewan after salmonella outbreak 650 CKOM

2025-07-20

New Findings from Presentation Suggest August 13 Could Mark a Significant Shift in America's Satellite Infrastructure Landscape

Austin, TX, July 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Author and tech expert James Altucher has published a new account detailing what he believes may be the most important development in Elon Musk's career since the founding of SpaceX and Tesla.The development centers on Musk's satellite internet initiative, Starlink—and the possibility of a sweeping announcement expected on August 13, 2025. While the details of such an announcement remain undisclosed, Altucher says key pieces of information are already hiding in plain sight.What's So Special About August 13?Altucher references August 13, 2025 repeatedly, calling it a "pivot point.""After this date, the window ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

EPA Slashes 23 Percent Of Its Workforce, Eliminating Scientific Research Arm
2025-07-20

EPA Slashes 23 Percent Of Its Workforce, Eliminating Scientific Research Arm

EPA Slashes 23 Percent Of Its Workforce, Eliminating Scientific Research Arm Authored by Aldgra Fredly via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours),The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Friday that it will cut about 23 percent of its workforce and eliminate its research and development office as part of the agency’s restructuring effort.The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in Washington on Jan. 4, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch TimesThe agency stated that it expects its workforce to reduce from 16,155 to 12,448 employees, noting that many have opted to resign through voluntary early retirement and a deferred resignation program.The layoffs will affect the Research and Development Office, according to its statement. The agency said the restructuring effort is expected to help it save about $748.8 million after completion.The EPA said it plans to create an Applied Science and Environmental Solutions Office that will enable it to focus on research and science “more than ever before,” placing them “at the forefront of rulemakings and technical assistance to states.”EPA administrator Lee Zeldin said the reorganization is intended to ensure the agency is “better equipped than ever to deliver on our core mission of protecting human health and the environment while Powering the Great American Comeback” under the Trump administration.“This reduction in force will ensure we can better fulfill that mission while being responsible stewards of your hard-earned tax dollars,” he said.The Office of Research and Development functions as the EPA’s scientific research arm, according to the agency’s website. The office carries out “leading-edge research” that “informs agency decisions and supports the emerging needs of EPA stakeholders, including the agency’s state, tribal, and community partners,” it stated.Critics said cutting the office’s workforce will affect the EPA’s ability to respond to those risks properly.Rep. Valerie Foushee (D-N.C.) said on March 18 that the office is “vital to understanding and addressing environmental risks.”“The Trump Administration’s plan to dissolve the EPA’s Office of Research and Development and lay-off over 1,000 scientists is yet another step in their scheme to fully gut this agency,” Foushee said.The EPA had previously announced that it planned to enhance its scientific and research efforts within program offices to address its “statutory obligations and mission essential functions,” particularly within its air, water, and chemical offices, according to its statement.The announcement followed the Supreme Court’s decision on July 8 to lift a lower court ruling that had blocked the Trump administration from proceeding with mass layoffs of federal workers and an overhaul of federal agencies.Aside from the EPA, the State Department has also announced plans to proceed with restructuring efforts following the Supreme Court ruling. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said on July 10 that the reorganization plan is now “moving into implementation,” but declined to provide a specific timeline for when layoffs will occur.Zachary Stieber contributed to this report. Tyler DurdenSat, 07/19/2025 - 21:00

Grab Prototypes Autonomous Shuttle with Employees in Singapore
2025-07-19

Grab Prototypes Autonomous Shuttle with Employees in Singapore

Southeast Asian superapp Grab is prototyping an autonomous electric shuttle bus pilot in Singapore, in collaboration with Autonomous A2Z (A2Z), a South Korean autonomous vehicle technology firm. The pilot aims to provide transport for Grab employees initially connecting the company’s One-North headquarters with the nearby One-North Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) ... [continued]The post Grab Prototypes Autonomous Shuttle with Employees in Singapore appeared first on CleanTechnica.

SNS Financial Group LLC Decreases Position in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Decreases Position in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV)

SNS Financial Group LLC lessened its holdings in shares of Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV – Free Report) by 2.8% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 70,497 shares of the company’s stock after selling 2,010 shares during the [...]

SNS Financial Group LLC Has $2.83 Million Holdings in Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHE)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Has $2.83 Million Holdings in Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHE)

SNS Financial Group LLC lessened its holdings in shares of Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHE – Free Report) by 29.0% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 102,661 shares of the company’s stock after selling 41,994 shares during [...]

SNS Financial Group LLC Raises Stake in iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Raises Stake in iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI)

SNS Financial Group LLC lifted its position in iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI – Free Report) by 3.7% during the 1st quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 559,914 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 19,825 shares during the period. iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF comprises about 6.7% of [...]

iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI) Shares Bought by SNS Financial Group LLC
2025-07-19

iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI) Shares Bought by SNS Financial Group LLC

SNS Financial Group LLC increased its holdings in iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI – Free Report) by 3.7% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 559,914 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional [...]

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHD) Shares Sold by SNS Financial Group LLC
2025-07-19

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHD) Shares Sold by SNS Financial Group LLC

SNS Financial Group LLC lessened its stake in shares of Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHD – Free Report) by 5.2% in the first quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund owned 101,660 shares of the company’s stock after selling 5,601 shares during the quarter. SNS Financial Group LLC’s holdings in Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF [...]

CrowdStrike (CRWD) Initiated at ‘Neutral’ by Macquarie on Valuation Concerns
2025-07-19

CrowdStrike (CRWD) Initiated at ‘Neutral’ by Macquarie on Valuation Concerns

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) is one of the AI Stocks on Wall Street’s Radar. On July 17, Macquarie analyst Steve Koenig initiated coverage on the stock with a “Neutral” rating and a price target of $465. According to the firm, Crowdstrike’s product strategy can continue driving sales momentum and product differentiation. However, the analysts told investors [...]

Top 4 New Meme Coins to Buy and Hold for Long Term: This Cat’s Friday Beat Is Pumping ROI
2025-07-19

Top 4 New Meme Coins to Buy and Hold for Long Term: This Cat’s Friday Beat Is Pumping ROI

Top new meme coins to buy and hold in 2025 include Troller Cat, MEW, Baby Doge, and Book of Meme. Huge ROI, referral rewards & long-term potential await.

Comparing Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA) and Prosus (OTCMKTS:PROSY)
2025-07-19

Comparing Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA) and Prosus (OTCMKTS:PROSY)

Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA – Get Free Report) and Prosus (OTCMKTS:PROSY – Get Free Report) are both large-cap retail/wholesale companies, but which is the better investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their dividends, profitability, valuation, risk, institutional ownership, earnings and analyst recommendations. Volatility and Risk Alibaba Group has a beta [...]

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Buys 942 Shares of CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CME)
2025-07-19

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Buys 942 Shares of CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CME)

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. raised its stake in CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CME – Free Report) by 8.0% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 12,669 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 942 shares during the period. FAS Wealth Partners Inc.’s holdings in CME Group were worth $3,361,000 [...]

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Raises Stock Holdings in Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:GRMN)
2025-07-19

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Raises Stock Holdings in Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:GRMN)

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. grew its position in Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:GRMN – Free Report) by 3.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 16,229 shares of the scientific and technical instruments company’s stock after acquiring an additional 538 [...]

Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) Shares Sold by FAS Wealth Partners Inc.
2025-07-19

Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) Shares Sold by FAS Wealth Partners Inc.

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. lessened its position in Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) by 0.7% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 53,781 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 384 shares during the quarter. FAS [...]

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Increases Position in iShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:IWR)
2025-07-19

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. Increases Position in iShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:IWR)

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. raised its position in iShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:IWR – Free Report) by 1.9% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 30,404 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 570 shares during the [...]

SNS Financial Group LLC Sells 339 Shares of Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Sells 339 Shares of Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR)

SNS Financial Group LLC reduced its holdings in Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR – Free Report) by 5.5% during the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 5,775 shares of the business services provider’s stock after selling 339 shares during the quarter. SNS Financial Group LLC’s holdings in Broadridge Financial Solutions were worth [...]

QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) Shares Sold by SNS Financial Group LLC
2025-07-19

QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) Shares Sold by SNS Financial Group LLC

SNS Financial Group LLC lessened its position in QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM – Free Report) by 8.4% during the 1st quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 7,196 shares of the wireless technology company’s stock after selling 659 shares during the quarter. SNS Financial Group LLC’s holdings in QUALCOMM were worth $1,105,000 at the end of the [...]

SNS Financial Group LLC Acquires 60 Shares of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Acquires 60 Shares of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP)

SNS Financial Group LLC raised its position in Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP – Free Report) by 0.7% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 9,036 shares of the railroad operator’s stock after acquiring an additional 60 shares during the period. SNS Financial Group LLC’s holdings [...]

Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) Shares Acquired by FAS Wealth Partners Inc.
2025-07-19

Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) Shares Acquired by FAS Wealth Partners Inc.

FAS Wealth Partners Inc. lifted its position in Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX – Free Report) by 4.1% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The firm owned 21,236 shares of the asset manager’s stock after buying an additional 831 shares during the period. FAS Wealth Partners Inc.’s holdings in Blackstone were worth $2,968,000 at the end of [...]

SNS Financial Group LLC Lowers Stake in QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM)
2025-07-19

SNS Financial Group LLC Lowers Stake in QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM)

SNS Financial Group LLC cut its holdings in shares of QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM – Free Report) by 8.4% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 7,196 shares of the wireless technology company’s stock after selling 659 shares during the [...]

Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) Shares Purchased by SNS Financial Group LLC
2025-07-19

Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) Shares Purchased by SNS Financial Group LLC

SNS Financial Group LLC raised its position in Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP – Free Report) by 0.7% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 9,036 shares of the railroad operator’s stock after acquiring an additional 60 shares during the period. SNS Financial Group LLC’s holdings in [...]

Credit union seeks foreclosure on Future Legends in Windsor
2025-07-19

Credit union seeks foreclosure on Future Legends in Windsor

Its 90-day deadline for repayment having passed, U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union has filed for foreclosure on the largely shuttered Future Legends sports complex in Windsor.

BDC Weekly Review: Early BDC Earnings Look Fine
2025-07-19

BDC Weekly Review: Early BDC Earnings Look Fine

Read here for more on key trends in Business Development Companies (BDCs) for July, including strong gains, earnings insights, and rising deal activity.

Cogeco, Eastlink seek to appeal CRTC decision on wholesale rules
2025-07-19

Cogeco, Eastlink seek to appeal CRTC decision on wholesale rules

Two telecommunications companies are seeking to appeal a recent CRTC decision that reaffirmed the ability of Canada's Big Three internet companies to resell internet over rivals' networks.

Tesla Autopilot Crash Trial — Highlights from Opening Days
2025-07-19

Tesla Autopilot Crash Trial — Highlights from Opening Days

As we’ve reported, a trial has begun in Florida related to a crash that happened here a handful of years ago while the Tesla was on Autopilot. The driver of the car did not die in the crash, but a bystander was. “Attorneys for the estate of Benavides Leon contend ... [continued]The post Tesla Autopilot Crash Trial — Highlights from Opening Days appeared first on CleanTechnica.

China Might Not Want Russia To Lose, But It Might Not Want Russia To Win Either
2025-07-19

China Might Not Want Russia To Lose, But It Might Not Want Russia To Win Either

China Might Not Want Russia To Lose, But It Might Not Want Russia To Win Either Authored by Andrew Korybko via Substack,A Russian loss would be catastrophic for China’s security, while a Russian victory could end the discounted energy bonanza that’s helping it maintain its economic growth amidst the slowdown, not to mention accelerate the US’ “Pivot (back) to (East) Asia” for more muscularly containing it.The South China Morning Post (SCMP) cited unnamed sources to report that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his EU counterpart that China doesn’t want Russia to lose in Ukraine because the US’ whole focus might then shift to China. His alleged remarks were spun by the Mainstream Media as an admission that China isn’t as neutral as it claims, just as they and their Alt-Media rivals suspected. Both now believe that China will help Russia win, as in obtain its maximum goals, but that’s likely not the case.Assuming for the sake of argument that Wang did indeed say what was attributed to him, it would align with the assessment around the conflict’s one-year anniversary in February 2023 that “China Doesn’t Want Anyone To Win In Ukraine”. The SCMP channeled the gist of the preceding analysis by writing that “One interpretation of Wang’s statement in Brussels is that while China did not ask for the war, its prolongation may suit Beijing’s strategic needs, so long as the US remains engaged in Ukraine.”To explain, not only would the US be unable to “Pivot (back) to (East) Asia” for more muscularly containing China at the scale that Trump envisages if the Ukrainian Conflict drags on, but the continued pressure placed upon the Russian economy by Western sanctions would benefit the Chinese economy. China already imports a staggering amount of discounted Russian oil, which helps maintain its economic growth amidst the slowdown that it’s experiencing, but this could end if sanctions were curtailed.Additionally, the greater that China’s role becomes in serving as a valve for Russia from Western sanctions pressure (both in terms of energy imports for helping to finance the Russian budget but also exports that replace lost Western products), the more dependent Russia will become on China. The increasingly lopsided nature of their economic relations could then be leveraged to clinch the most preferential long-term energy deals possible as regards the Power of Siberia II and other pipelines.These outcomes could restore China’s superpower trajectory that was derailed during the first six months of the special operation as explained here at the time, thus strengthening its overall resilience to US pressure and therefore making it less likely that the US can coerce a series of lopsided deals from it. It’s for this reason that Trump’s Special Envoy to Russia Steve Witkoff is reportedly pushing for the US to lift its energy sanctions on Russia in order to deprive China of these financial and strategic benefits.The nascent Russian-US “New Détente” could restore the Kremlin’s energy clientele as a first step via phased sanctions relief, thus expanding its range of partners to preemptively avert the aforementioned Russian dependence on China, especially in the event of joint energy cooperation in the Arctic. The purpose, as explained here in early January, would be to deprive China of decades-long access to ultra-cheap resources for fueling its superpower rise at the US’ expense.All in all, a Russian victory (whether in full or in part via compromises) could end the discounted energy bonanza that’s helping China maintain its economic growth amidst the slowdown, ergo why Beijing won’t send military aid or troops to facilitate this (apart from also fearing serious Western sanctions).Likewise, the scenario of the West inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia would be catastrophic for China’s security, ergo another reason for the aforesaid imports in order to help Russia maintain its war economy. Tyler DurdenFri, 07/18/2025 - 22:35

TEMPUS AI SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Tempus AI, Inc. - TEM
2025-07-19

TEMPUS AI SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Tempus AI, Inc. - TEM

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until August 12, 2025 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Tempus AI, Inc. (NASDAQ:TEM), if they purchased the Company's shares between August 6, 2024 and May 27, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

RECKITT BENCKISER SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC - RBGLY
2025-07-19

RECKITT BENCKISER SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC - RBGLY

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until August 4, 2025 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC ("Reckitt" or the "Company") (OTC:RBGLY), if they purchased the Company's American Depositary Shares ("ADSs") between January 13, 2021 and July 28, 2024, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

Top Free Online Courses for Web Developers
2025-07-19

Top Free Online Courses for Web Developers

Learn web development for free! Check out these 2025 best-rated online courses for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and more. These courses cater to both beginners and seasoned professionals

Coffee giant Nescafe targets Gen Z as consumption habits shift
2025-07-19

Coffee giant Nescafe targets Gen Z as consumption habits shift

Shifting consumption habits among young coffee drinkers has Nescafe targeting new product lines. The Nestle-owned brand sees cold coffee as a way of opening up new consumers and consumption opportunities. Nestle has lagged major rivals over recent years, as it built its portfolio out across broad category ranges. ORBE, Switzerland — For almost a century, a nondescript factory in an unsuspecting town beneath the Swiss mountains has played host to some of the most widely consumed coffee trends brewed up by caffeine giant Nescafe.From the 1938 launch of its flagship soluble powdered coffee to freeze-dried granules and later coffee capsules, the Nestle-owned household brand is now targeting its latest iteration for the next generation of coffee drinkers.“We have to develop solutions specifically to bring young people into the Nescafe brand,” Don Howat, global category lead for Nescafe at Nestle, told CNBC.For Nescafe, that means targeting the ballooning cold coffee market. Today, one-third (32%) of coffee consumed out-of-home is iced, according to company compiled estimates. For many younger consumers, namely Gen Z, it’s often their first introduction to the ubiquitous drink.“Nescafe’s heartland is really in the morning, drunk hot,” Howat continued. “We’re trying to move into a space which is throughout the day — more in the afternoon, consumed cold, retargeting that younger generation.”“That provides a super exciting growth opportunity for Nescafe.”Targeting Gen-ZCoffee is a big bet for Nestle, with Nescafe and sister brand Nespresso accounting for two of the company’s six key priorities for 2025.It represents a return to the core for the world’s largest food and beverage company, whose main lines include coffee, pet care and food under popular brands such as Nespresso, Purina and KitKat.Nestle’s stock has lagged major rivals such as Unilever and Danone over recent years amid weaker sales growth and revised guidance, even as the sector at large has come under pressure from higher commodity prices and increased private label competition.CEO Laurent Freixe, who took the helm in September, has vowed to refocus the business, saying a slew of acquisitions under his predecessor had “weakened the fabric” of the company.“We want fewer, bigger, better innovations. We want breakthrough and impact,” Freixe told a media event earlier this month, citing coffee as one of the categories with the highest rate of “clear-cut” wins.The firm’s latest gambit, Nescafe Espresso Concentrate, nevertheless marks a new approach to product development — one it plans to extend to other categories. The cold liquid concentrate, which can be used as a base for chilled caffeine drinks, was developed in a research and development (R&D) accelerator and trialed in U.S. Kroger stores before its ultimate sign off.It is one in a stream of cold coffee products to flood the market lately, however the majority have been in the pre-mixed, ready to drink (RTD) space. Nestle says its goal is customization, with the concentrate designed to let consumers “hack” their coffee at home according to their preferences, for instance by adding milk, water, lemonade or other beverages.“Most young people have grown up with coffee cold ... their expectation is for cold coffee, lots of flavors, textures, additions,” Howat said.Launched in Australia in late 2024, the product has since expanded to the U.S., U.K., Canada, Japan, China and Singapore with plans for further markets underway. Meanwhile a collaboration with influencer Zach King is seen marketing the product at social media users.“It’s achieving what we set out to achieve,” Howat said. “It just takes the brand into a different space.”An alcohol alternativeThe coffee giant is now hoping that by targeting new consumers and consumption habits, it could pave the way for further expansion into adjacent categories.That includes penetrating traditional tea markets like India, China and Japan, building out customization and premiumization, and targeting new consumption occasions.“What’s interesting about younger consumers is they’re drinking a lot less alcohol,” Howat said.Successive studies have pointed to lower alcohol consumption habits among Gen Z compared to previous generations, sparking a surge in non-alcoholic and health and wellness-oriented alternatives. July research from an ISWR survey sought to debunk that narrative, however, citing the cost-of-living crisis as a source of the perceived abstinence trend.Nescafe nevertheless said it sees new scope to position coffee as an all-day product and sophisticated alcohol alternative.“When they socialize in the evening with their friends, they’d like to drink something which is adult but perhaps doesn’t have alcohol,” he continued.“That provides an opportunity for Nescafe to get into that space, perhaps with decaffeinated products, with cold products, indulgent products,” he said.

2025-07-19

Pepsi Exec Floats Switch To Sugar After Trump Coca-Cola Announcement

Pepsi Exec Floats Switch To Sugar After Trump Coca-Cola Announcement PepsiCo’s top executive indicated on July 17 that the company may switch Pepsi’s sweetener from high-fructose corn syrup to sugar, one day after President Donald Trump said Coca-Cola would soon be making the change.“Same journey that we have in foods, we’re following in beverages. This is a consumer-centric strategy. We’re following the consumer,” Ramon Laguarta, PepsiCo’s CEO, told investors on a call after being asked about Trump’s announcement.“If the consumer is telling us that they prefer products that have sugar and they prefer products that have natural ingredients, we will give the consumer products that have sugar and have natural ingredients. So, this is a journey of following the consumer, trying to be a little bit maybe one step ahead of the consumer, but not too many steps. And it applies to both beverages and food.”As Jasper Fakkert reports for The Epoch Times, Trump said on Wednesday that he had been discussing with Coca-Cola the possibility of switching Coke’s sweetener to cane sugar in the United States, “and they have agreed to do so,” he said.A Coca-Cola spokesperson told The Epoch Times that the company appreciates Trump’s enthusiasm for its brand and promised to soon share “more details on new innovative offerings within our Coca‐Cola product range.”Some Coca-Cola products feature cane sugar, although most Coke sold in the United States is made with corn syrup. Both Coca-Cola and PepsiCo updated their soda formulas in the 1980s to use corn syrup instead of sugar.Laguarta’s announcement came during a call in which executives said that PepsiCo will relaunch its Lay’s and Tostitos brands later this year to highlight that they contain no artificial colors or flavors.“We’re trying to elevate the real food perception of Lay’s. If you think about the simplest and most natural snack, it is a potato chip; it’s a potato, it’s oil, and it’s a little bit of salt—the most simple, no artificial ingredients,” Laguarta said.The company also said it was expanding the use of avocado and olive oil across its brands, rather than the canola or soybean oil it uses. Some health influencers, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have promoted removing seed oils from food.PepsiCo officials had announced in April that they were quickening the company’s transition to natural colors, in the wake of the Food and Drug Administration’s banning of two artificial dyes. Lays and Tostitos will not contain artificial colors by the end of 2025, he said at the time.PepsiCo already offers Lays and Doritos without artificial colors or flavors under its Simply segment.“The Simply line extension for existing chip brands is still in early innings,“ F/m Investments senior portfolio manager Christian Greiner said. ”Consumers have not engaged so far, and given that, it will be seen how consumers react to a rebranding of Lays and Tostitos over the next couple of quarters.” Tyler DurdenFri, 07/18/2025 - 22:10

UTH Florida University obtains accreditation in the United States and consolidates its global positioning
2025-07-19

UTH Florida University obtains accreditation in the United States and consolidates its global positioning

MIAMI, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UTH Florida University has achieved official accreditation in the United States, granted by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). This achievement marks a new chapter in its institutional history and supports its commitment to quality,...

TUESDAY INVESTOR DEADLINE: Organon & Co. (OGN) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit
2025-07-19

TUESDAY INVESTOR DEADLINE: Organon & Co. (OGN) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit

SAN DIEGO, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that it has filed a class action lawsuit seeking to represent purchasers of Organon & Co. (NYSE: OGN) publicly traded securities between November 3, 2022 and April 30, 2025, inclusive (the...

U.S. Solar Manufacturers File New Trade Petitions to Uphold Trade Laws, Safeguard Domestic Manufacturing Jobs, Investments
2025-07-19

U.S. Solar Manufacturers File New Trade Petitions to Uphold Trade Laws, Safeguard Domestic Manufacturing Jobs, Investments

New petition responds to recent trade violations from Indonesia, Laos, and India Washington, D.C. — Confronting market manipulation driven by companies in Indonesia, Laos, and India, U.S. solar manufacturers yesterday filed new antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) petitions with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce. The petitions were ... [continued]The post U.S. Solar Manufacturers File New Trade Petitions to Uphold Trade Laws, Safeguard Domestic Manufacturing Jobs, Investments appeared first on CleanTechnica.

As the going gets tough in South Sudan, some artisans offer cheap footwear made from rubber tires
2025-07-19

As the going gets tough in South Sudan, some artisans offer cheap footwear made from rubber tires

WAU, South Sudan (AP) — From Rwanda to Kenya, fashioning footwear from discarded tires has long been a mark of local ingenuity. In South Sudan, however, the creative work of such artisans is now fueled by an economic crisis that has left the government on the verge of bankruptcy and many people struggling to put [...]

NYCEDC to Unveil New York City’s First Freight-Focused Electric Vehicle Charging Facility with the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx
2025-07-19

NYCEDC to Unveil New York City’s First Freight-Focused Electric Vehicle Charging Facility with the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx

NEW YORK, NY — NYCEDC and MN8 Energy (MN8) alongside city and state officials, will unveil the winning proposal to build New York City’s first community-driven freight focused electric vehicle charging depot and multi-purpose welcome center and workforce development hub, which will serve as the front door for the Hunts Point ... [continued]The post NYCEDC to Unveil New York City’s First Freight-Focused Electric Vehicle Charging Facility with the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx appeared first on CleanTechnica.

Microsoft stops relying on Chinese engineers for Pentagon cloud support
2025-07-18

Microsoft stops relying on Chinese engineers for Pentagon cloud support

Bullish, the cryptocurrency exchange that counts Peter Thiel as an investor, said it’s going public under the ticker symbol “BLSH.” The IPO filing says that as of March 31, the total trading volume since launch has exceeded $1.25 trillion.The Peter Thiel-backed cryptocurrency exchange Bullish filed for an IPO on Friday, the latest digital asset firm to head for the public market. The company said it plans to trade on the New York Stock Exchange using the ticker symbol “BLSH.”A spinout of Block.one, Bullish started with an initial investment from backers including Thiel’s Founders Fund and Thiel Capital, along with Nomura, Mike Novogratz and others.“In the first quarter of 2025, Bullish exchange executed over $2.5 billion in average daily volume, ranking in the top five exchanges by spot volume for Bitcoin and Ether,” the company said on its website.The IPO filing says that as of March 31, the total trading volume since launch has exceeded $1.25 trillion. Peter Thiel just bought a big stake in Tom Lee’s ether company and the shares are surgingNvidia CEO Jensen Huang wants to sell more advanced chips to China after H20 ban is liftedCrypto bounces on renewed optimism House could pass key stablecoin legislation this weekWhoop says FDA is ‘overstepping its authority’ with warning about blood pressure featureThe filing is another significant step for the cryptocurrency industry, which has fought for years to convince institutions to embrace digital assets as legitimate investments.President Donald Trump, on Friday, signed the GENIUS Act into law — a set of regulations that establish some initial consumer protections around stablecoins, which are tied to assets like the U.S. dollar with the intent of reducing price volatility associated with many cryptocurrencies.In its filing with the SEC, Bullish says its mission is partly to “drive the adoption of stablecoins, digital assets, and blockchain technology.”Crypto industry players, including Thiel, Elon Musk, and President Trump’s AI and Crypto czar David Sacks spent heavily to re-elect Trump and have pushed for legislation that legitimizes digital assets and exchanges.WATCH: Trump’s crypto plan

Coleman Report’s Bob Coleman is Out With a New Book: “Easy Money, Hard Time”
2025-07-18

Coleman Report’s Bob Coleman is Out With a New Book: “Easy Money, Hard Time”

Bob Coleman, founder of Coleman Report, the leading provider of information to small business bankers to help them make less risky small business loans, ...

2025-07-18

Here's when a top economist says the US will see the most damage from Trump's tariffs - Business Insider

Here's when a top economist says the US will see the most damage from Trump's tariffs Business InsiderThe Economy Seems Healthy. Were the Warnings About Tariffs Overblown? The New York TimesTrump Effect Starts to Show Up in Economy - WSJ The Wall Street JournalTrade Uncertainty Has a Smaller Impact on the Economy Than Feared Goldman SachsTrump Trade News: Tariffs Show Up in More Economic Data Barron's

Iconic convenience store brand closing down all stores
2025-07-18

Iconic convenience store brand closing down all stores

The legendary brand is being retired, and the end is near.

Mizuho Raises Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Price Target to $540.00
2025-07-18

Mizuho Raises Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Price Target to $540.00

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) had its price objective raised by equities research analysts at Mizuho from $500.00 to $540.00 in a report released on Wednesday, Marketbeat Ratings reports. The firm presently has an “outperform” rating on the software giant’s stock. Mizuho’s target price indicates a potential upside of 5.56% from the stock’s previous [...]

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) Announces $1.36 Quarterly Dividend
2025-07-18

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) Announces $1.36 Quarterly Dividend

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN – Get Free Report) declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, July 17th, RTT News reports. Stockholders of record on Thursday, July 31st will be paid a dividend of 1.36 per share by the semiconductor company on Tuesday, August 12th. This represents a $5.44 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.51%. [...]

Jackson Creek Investment Advisors LLC Has $1.51 Million Stock Holdings in Mueller Water Products (NYSE:MWA)
2025-07-18

Jackson Creek Investment Advisors LLC Has $1.51 Million Stock Holdings in Mueller Water Products (NYSE:MWA)

Jackson Creek Investment Advisors LLC lowered its position in shares of Mueller Water Products (NYSE:MWA – Free Report) by 28.8% in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 59,193 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 23,989 shares during the quarter. Jackson Creek Investment [...]

Burling Wealth Partners LLC Has $410,000 Stock Position in Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:FIS)
2025-07-18

Burling Wealth Partners LLC Has $410,000 Stock Position in Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:FIS)

Burling Wealth Partners LLC lowered its holdings in shares of Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:FIS – Free Report) by 18.7% in the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund owned 5,496 shares of the information technology services provider’s stock after selling 1,265 shares during the period. Burling Wealth Partners LLC’s holdings in Fidelity National [...]

GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) Releases FY 2025 Earnings Guidance
2025-07-18

GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) Releases FY 2025 Earnings Guidance

GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE – Get Free Report) issued an update on its FY 2025 earnings guidance on Thursday morning. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 5.600-5.800 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of 5.568. The company issued revenue guidance of -. Analyst Ratings Changes Several research firms have issued reports [...]

eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) SVP Jordan Douglas Bradle Sweetnam Sells 22,206 Shares
2025-07-18

eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) SVP Jordan Douglas Bradle Sweetnam Sells 22,206 Shares

eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY – Get Free Report) SVP Jordan Douglas Bradle Sweetnam sold 22,206 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, July 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $77.90, for a total value of $1,729,847.40. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities [...]

Mobileye Global (NASDAQ:MBLY) Given New $16.00 Price Target at Barclays
2025-07-18

Mobileye Global (NASDAQ:MBLY) Given New $16.00 Price Target at Barclays

Mobileye Global (NASDAQ:MBLY – Get Free Report) had its price objective raised by Barclays from $14.00 to $16.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has an “equal weight” rating on the stock. Barclays‘s price target suggests a potential downside of 0.69% from the company’s previous close. MBLY has been the [...]

Retirement Planning Co of New England Inc. Purchases New Position in Accenture PLC (NYSE:ACN)
2025-07-18

Retirement Planning Co of New England Inc. Purchases New Position in Accenture PLC (NYSE:ACN)

Retirement Planning Co of New England Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Accenture PLC (NYSE:ACN – Free Report) during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 1,660 shares of the information technology services provider’s stock, valued at approximately [...]

ODDITY Tech (NASDAQ:ODD) Stock Price Expected to Rise, Barclays Analyst Says
2025-07-18

ODDITY Tech (NASDAQ:ODD) Stock Price Expected to Rise, Barclays Analyst Says

ODDITY Tech (NASDAQ:ODD – Free Report) had its price objective raised by Barclays from $60.00 to $73.00 in a research report sent to investors on Tuesday morning,Benzinga reports. They currently have an equal weight rating on the stock. Several other research analysts have also recently weighed in on the stock. Bank of America boosted their [...]

Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. (NYSE:REXR) Plans $0.43 Quarterly Dividend
2025-07-18

Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. (NYSE:REXR) Plans $0.43 Quarterly Dividend

Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. (NYSE:REXR – Get Free Report) declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, July 17th, Wall Street Journal reports. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, September 30th will be given a dividend of 0.43 per share by the real estate investment trust on Wednesday, October 15th. This represents a $1.72 annualized dividend and a [...]

Penny Herscher Sells 682 Shares of Penguin Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:PENG) Stock
2025-07-18

Penny Herscher Sells 682 Shares of Penguin Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:PENG) Stock

Penguin Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:PENG – Get Free Report) Director Penny Herscher sold 682 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, July 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $25.00, for a total value of $17,050.00. Following the transaction, the director directly owned 17,540 shares in the company, valued at [...]

Sarepta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:SRPT) Shares Gap Down Following Analyst Downgrade
2025-07-18

Sarepta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:SRPT) Shares Gap Down Following Analyst Downgrade

Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SRPT – Get Free Report)’s share price gapped down prior to trading on Friday after Oppenheimer lowered their price target on the stock from $45.00 to $41.00. The stock had previously closed at $21.97, but opened at $16.98. Oppenheimer currently has an outperform rating on the stock. Sarepta Therapeutics shares last traded [...]

DuPont: Neutral Rating Was Correct - Looking Post-Qnity
2025-07-18

DuPont: Neutral Rating Was Correct - Looking Post-Qnity

Discover why DuPont de Nemours, Inc. remains a reliable chemical stock with potential upside despite sector challenges. Click for my DD investment thesis.

‘Mutually beneficial’ trade deal with Japan still possible, U.S. Treasury Secretary says
2025-07-18

‘Mutually beneficial’ trade deal with Japan still possible, U.S. Treasury Secretary says

Scott Bessent briefly met with Japan’s PM as Aug. 1 tariff deadline nears

2025-07-18

Trump appointees pushed more marble in Fed building renovation White House now attacks - AP News

Trump appointees pushed more marble in Fed building renovation White House now attacks AP NewsFed Chair Powell responds to White House questions about HQ renovation CNBCElizabeth Warren fears Trump's next Fed pick won't have the 'brains and guts' to stand up to him Fortune"Special Kind Of Stupid": Trump Is Being Brutally Fact-Checked After Blaming Biden For Something He Did Himself YahooTrump may have broken Wall Street CNN

Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel And Meta Board Dodge Courtroom Showdown As Shareholders Abruptly Settle $8 Billion Privacy Lawsuit
2025-07-18

Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel And Meta Board Dodge Courtroom Showdown As Shareholders Abruptly Settle $8 Billion Privacy Lawsuit

Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) shareholders ended a landmark $8 billion lawsuit against Mark Zuckerberg and several current and former executives on Thursday, reaching a surprise settlement just as the high-profile privacy trial was set to enter its second day.What Happened: The surprise settlement was announced Thursday morning by the plaintiffs' lawyer without disclosing terms. Delaware Judge Kathaleen McCormick adjourned the trial, reported Reuters. The case, heard in Delaware's Court of Chancery, accused Zuckerberg, Sheryl Sandberg, Marc Andreessen, Peter Thiel and others of allowing repeated violations of Facebook users' privacy, which led to billions in regulatory fines, including a record-setting $5 billion penalty from the Federal Trade Commission in 2019.See Also: Here’s How Much You Would Have Made Owning Meta Platforms Stock In The ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

CNBC Daily Open: The U.S. economy does not look down and out
2025-07-18

CNBC Daily Open: The U.S. economy does not look down and out

S&P and Nasdaq storm to new records. Trump AG seeks release of Epstein’s jury transcripts. Japan inflation eases in June. The difference between arbitrage vs. market manipulation The U.S. consumer pushes back on recession fears.Despite the noise around tariffs and inflation fears, the U.S. economy seems to be holding its ground — for now. June retail sales came in stronger than expected, and weekly jobless claims dropped below forecasts.Add to that a solid start to earnings season, and you’ve got a recipe for record highs: both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq notched fresh peaks.So, is the economy truly resilient in the face of the Trump administration’s shifting trade winds? Or are we simply in the eye of the storm, with August 1 — the Trump tariff deadline — looming on the horizon?Remember, economic data is always a step behind. The real impact of tariffs may not show up for months, especially if businesses and consumers are stockpiling ahead of time and foreign exporters are cutting their prices.Even when the new tariffs hit, the effects might be muted at first as inventories clear.Still, for now, investors can take comfort in the fact that markets are being lifted by fundamentals — not just fear or speculation.And yes, to borrow a line from Starship: the U.S. economy is still built on rock-solid data... not on rock and roll.— Lim Hui JieWhat you need to know todayArbitrage versus market manipulation. The line between arbitrage and market manipulation has long been one of the grayest areas in financial markets — and India’s recent action against high-frequency trading giant Jane Street has brought that murky boundary into sharp focus. Experts tell us the difference between the two.S&P and Nasdaq storm to new records. U.S. stocks climbed Thursday due to solid earnings and economic data, with the S&P 500 up 0.54% for a record close of 6,297.36 — its ninth this year. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.75% for its tenth record close of 2025, ending at 20,885.65. In Asia, Australian equities notched a record high as other markets traded mixed.Trump AG seeks release of Epstein’s jury transcripts. President Donald Trump said Thursday night that he had asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the unsealing of grand jury testimony related to the criminal prosecution of the notorious pedophile.Japan inflation eases. Core inflation cooled to 3.3% in June, coming down from a 29-month high of 3.7% as rice inflation showed signs of easing. The increase in rice prices eased slightly, rising 100.2% year over year, compared with the 101.7% jump in May.[PRO] The U.S. consumer pushes back on recession fears. U.S. consumers appear to prove economic pessimists wrong this summer as they flex their spending muscle, according to June’s retail sales report. But some alternative data suggests that the consumer is hanging in there. And finally...Alan Schein Photography | The Image Bank | Getty ImagesThe new fee aims to restore integrity to the U.S. immigration system, the government told CNBC.Travelers to the US must pay a new $250 ‘visa integrity fee’ Visitors to the United States will need to pay a “visa integrity fee,” according to a provision of the Trump administration’s recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The fee applies to all visitors who need non-immigrant visas to enter, and cannot be waived.However, travelers may also be able to get the fees reimbursed, according to the provision.— Monica Pitrelli» Read more

How the EU is preparing to reach a tariff deal in Trump's game of chicken
2025-07-18

How the EU is preparing to reach a tariff deal in Trump's game of chicken

The British government said on Thursday that it plans to give 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in all UK elections. The move marks the biggest change to the electorate since it was reduced from 21 to 18 in 1969.The British government is set to give 1.5 million 16 and 17-year-olds the vote, unlocking a new voter base for competing political parties. Social media could be key to their success.The government on Thursday said that it plans to bring forward an elections bill which will grant 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in all U.K. elections.It marks the biggest change to Britain’s electorate since the voting age was reduced from 21 in 1969.If approved by parliament, it would be a major overhaul of the country’s democratic system. The proposal, which was included in last year’s Labour manifesto, will bring national elections in line with Scotland and Wales, the government said. The latest changes mean British political parties now face the challenge of engaging younger voters in the social media age.More teenagers are shunning traditional media outlets and getting their news from social media, according to a 2024 report from Ofcom.Online sources continue to be most popular among the younger age groups, with 88% of 16-24-year-olds using online sources for such updates. Social media is the main driver of this, with 82% of young adults using this platform, and only half of 16-24 year-olds using TV for news.In the 12-15-year-old category, 12% of teens cited TikTok as their main source of news.“TikTok certainly is one of, if not the most popular digital content platform for young people. Whilst no platform’s success lasts forever, it is hard to see any changes to the wider trend of more and more of the public getting the news content from these apps in general,” said Steven Buckley, lecturer in digital media sociology at City University of London.Buckley stressed that the content politicians post is paramount, however, and that desperate attempt to be “down with the kids” won’t work.“One of the core currencies in today’s society is authenticity. Trying to win over 16 and 17 year olds by simply posting a bunch of TikToks and saying that the leader of the opposition is “Skibiddi Ohio Rizz” is not going to win them over. They will simply be labelled ‘cringe’ and be dismissed,” he told CNBC. “The perception that young people are disinterested in politics or their communities is simply not true. They care deeply about inequality, the environment and social justice. Politicians wanting to win over these new voters can do so by actually addressing their material concerns.”Social media has become pivotal to winning elections. Former U.S. President Barack Obama’s use of Facebook broke new ground in 2008, while current White House leader Trump’s tweets helped rally his voter base during both his 2016 presidential campaign and re-election in 2024.Although political information has become more readily available across multiple platforms, it hasn’t necessarily translated into higher turnout in polls. Turnout was 59.7% during the 2024 U.K. general election, the lowest since 2001, according to a parliamentary report.The jury is still out on whether giving younger people the right to vote will make a sizeable impact. A poll of 16 and 17-year-olds by political consultancy Merlin Strategy showed that out of the 500 surveyed, only 18% said they would definitely vote if an election took place tomorrowScarlett Maguire, founder of Merlin Strategy, said political parties will have to develop a lot more technology and media strategies.“Politicians need to do more than just give the vote to appeal and engage young people. At the moment, this age group is not very engaged with politics or politicians, so politicians will need to do quite a lot to appeal to them,” she said.The Labour Party is widely seen to have the most to gain from lowering the voting age. However, Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform UK party could also get significant backing from this age group, according to Maguire. Farage has six times as many followers on TikTok than Labour does.“Reform probably had the best digital media and social media campaign strategies the last election. Reform is doing well with this age group, particularly male teenagers. Now we will see whether the other parties, especially the Conservatives who are polling very low with this age group, can catch up,” Maguire added.Among the other plans set out by the government is to accept bank cards as voter ID at polling stations by the time of the next general election, which is currently slated for 2029.

Treasury yields inch lower as investors await more economic data
2025-07-18

Treasury yields inch lower as investors await more economic data

The British government said on Thursday that it plans to give 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in all UK elections. The move marks the biggest change to the electorate since it was reduced from 21 to 18 in 1969.The British government is set to give 1.5 million 16 and 17-year-olds the vote, unlocking a new voter base for competing political parties. Social media could be key to their success.The government on Thursday said that it plans to bring forward an elections bill which will grant 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in all U.K. elections.It marks the biggest change to Britain’s electorate since the voting age was reduced from 21 in 1969.If approved by parliament, it would be a major overhaul of the country’s democratic system. The proposal, which was included in last year’s Labour manifesto, will bring national elections in line with Scotland and Wales, the government said. The latest changes mean British political parties now face the challenge of engaging younger voters in the social media age.More teenagers are shunning traditional media outlets and getting their news from social media, according to a 2024 report from Ofcom.Online sources continue to be most popular among the younger age groups, with 88% of 16-24-year-olds using online sources for such updates. Social media is the main driver of this, with 82% of young adults using this platform, and only half of 16-24 year-olds using TV for news.In the 12-15-year-old category, 12% of teens cited TikTok as their main source of news.“TikTok certainly is one of, if not the most popular digital content platform for young people. Whilst no platform’s success lasts forever, it is hard to see any changes to the wider trend of more and more of the public getting the news content from these apps in general,” said Steven Buckley, lecturer in digital media sociology at City University of London.Buckley stressed that the content politicians post is paramount, however, and that desperate attempt to be “down with the kids” won’t work.“One of the core currencies in today’s society is authenticity. Trying to win over 16 and 17 year olds by simply posting a bunch of TikToks and saying that the leader of the opposition is “Skibiddi Ohio Rizz” is not going to win them over. They will simply be labelled ‘cringe’ and be dismissed,” he told CNBC. “The perception that young people are disinterested in politics or their communities is simply not true. They care deeply about inequality, the environment and social justice. Politicians wanting to win over these new voters can do so by actually addressing their material concerns.”Social media has become pivotal to winning elections. Former U.S. President Barack Obama’s use of Facebook broke new ground in 2008, while current White House leader Trump’s tweets helped rally his voter base during both his 2016 presidential campaign and re-election in 2024.Although political information has become more readily available across multiple platforms, it hasn’t necessarily translated into higher turnout in polls. Turnout was 59.7% during the 2024 U.K. general election, the lowest since 2001, according to a parliamentary report.The jury is still out on whether giving younger people the right to vote will make a sizeable impact. A poll of 16 and 17-year-olds by political consultancy Merlin Strategy showed that out of the 500 surveyed, only 18% said they would definitely vote if an election took place tomorrowScarlett Maguire, founder of Merlin Strategy, said political parties will have to develop a lot more technology and media strategies.“Politicians need to do more than just give the vote to appeal and engage young people. At the moment, this age group is not very engaged with politics or politicians, so politicians will need to do quite a lot to appeal to them,” she said.The Labour Party is widely seen to have the most to gain from lowering the voting age. However, Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform UK party could also get significant backing from this age group, according to Maguire. Farage has six times as many followers on TikTok than Labour does.“Reform probably had the best digital media and social media campaign strategies the last election. Reform is doing well with this age group, particularly male teenagers. Now we will see whether the other parties, especially the Conservatives who are polling very low with this age group, can catch up,” Maguire added.Among the other plans set out by the government is to accept bank cards as voter ID at polling stations by the time of the next general election, which is currently slated for 2029.

Home BancShares targets $500M income in 2026 as M&A activity accelerates
2025-07-18

Home BancShares targets $500M income in 2026 as M&A activity accelerates

Explore Home BancShares' record Q2 2025 earnings, strategic M&A focus, and robust financial growth insights. Discover plans for $450M income in '25.

Home BancShares, Inc. (HOMB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
2025-07-18

Home BancShares, Inc. (HOMB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Home BancShares, Inc. (NYSE:HOMB) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 17, 2025 2:00 PM ETCompany ParticipantsBrian S.

House Committee Leaders Urge FBI To Halt Certifying Chinese Biometric Devices
2025-07-18

House Committee Leaders Urge FBI To Halt Certifying Chinese Biometric Devices

House Committee Leaders Urge FBI To Halt Certifying Chinese Biometric Devices Authored by Frank Fang via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours)The bipartisan leaders of a House committee are urging the FBI to halt the certification of biometric products manufactured by Chinese tech companies, citing risks to U.S. national security.The ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) (L), and chairman of the committee, Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), speak at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) in Washington on Sept. 25, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch TimesIn a letter dated July 15 to FBI Director Kash Patel, Reps. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), chair and ranking member, respectively, of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, said that biometric products from 32 Chinese companies are currently on the agency’s Certified Products List.The FBI should “put an end to its ongoing certification of products from Chinese military-linked and surveillance companies ... that could be used to spy on Americans, strengthen the repressive surveillance state of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and otherwise threaten U.S. national security,” the lawmakers wrote.Among the 32 companies, the lawmakers highlighted Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology, which was added to the Commerce Department’s Entity List in 2019 over its involvement in the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP’s) human rights violations in China’s far-western Xinjiang region. In 2021, Hikvision was designated as a company linked to China’s military-industrial complex in an executive order.Currently on the FBI list is Hikvision’s HK300 PIV “single finger capture device,” which was certified on Jan. 15.“Including these products on the Certified Products List grants these companies the FBI’s seal of approval, which they can leverage to market their products as FBI-approved to customers in the U.S. government, elsewhere in the United States, and around the globe,” the letter reads.“This sends a dangerous signal to potential buyers that these companies’ products are trustworthy and heightens the risk that these products will be procured by U.S. government entities or contractors despite the security risks.“It also sends conflicting messages about U.S. policy toward companies with ties to the PRC’s military-industrial complex.”Among the 32 Chinese companies, the lawmakers said that at least 14 of them “maintain concerning ties to the Chinese military and intelligence services.”One such company is Beijing Hisign Technology. According to the letter, Beijing Hisign “maintains partnerships” with Chinese technology companies Huawei and Inspur, both of which are identified by the Pentagon as “Chinese military companies.”The FBI list includes several models of Beijing Hisign’s fingerprint scanner products, with the most recent one certified in January 2022.On its website explaining its automatic fingerprint identification system, Beijing Hisign states that it is in “compliance with international standards set by ANSI/NIST and the FBI.”Another company cited by the lawmakers, Shenzhen Cama Biometric, states that its fingerprint recognition technology is certified by China’s Ministry of Public Security and is advertised for use in government, military, and military industrial applications, according to the letter.Cama Biometric’s fingerprint scanner, modeled CAMA-AFM360V3, is on the FBI list and was certified in June last year.On its product page explaining that model, Cama Biometric describes it as “FBI certified.”Beijing Eyecool Technology, formerly known as Techshino, is another company named in the letter. The lawmakers noted that its biometric systems “now underpin the CCP’s pervasive surveillance infrastructure, including ‘Skynet,’ where Eyecool’s platforms reportedly handle over two million daily facial captures in a single city, and continue tos support PLA programs.”PLA is an acronym for China’s military, the People’s Liberation Army.Skynet is widely known as a tool for spying on ordinary Chinese citizens and silencing dissidents. The CCP has promoted the surveillance system as a means of fighting crime.The FBI’s most recent certification of a product from Beijing Eyecool occurred in June 2023.Other Chinese companies named in the letter include Chongqing Huifan Technology, Miaxis Biometrics, Shenzhen Dotu Technology, Tlink Technology, and Zhejiang Wellcom Technology.The two lawmakers asked the FBI to “immediately review all PRC-based companies whose products are on the Certified Products List and check them against existing U.S. government sanctions, entity lists, and security determinations.”They requested a written response from the agency addressing their concerns within 30 days. When contacted by The Epoch Times, the FBI said it had received the letter but declined to comment on it. Tyler DurdenThu, 07/17/2025 - 22:35

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Aduro Clean Technologies rejoint la Plastics Industry Association et la Polystyrene Recycling Alliance en vue de favoriser la collaboration entre les industries en matière d’innovation dans le domaine du recyclage
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