Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8, 2024, the Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi Group's founder Lei Jun announced on Weibo that their new generation smartphone smart factory in Changping, Beijing has officially launched, with an annual production capacity of 10 million flagship phones. The upcoming foldable screen phone will also be produced at this factory. With an investment of 2.4 billion RMB, the factory spans 81,000 square meters and has received certification as a 'national-level benchmark enterprise for intelligent manufacturing.' Xiaomi's innovative self-developed manufacturing equipment at the Changping smart factory achieves 100% automation in key technologies, ensuring full-situation digital management from raw material procurement to product delivery. This smart factory also marks Xiaomi's expansion into the electric vehicle domain, with their SU7 electric car receiving high sales in China as a seamless digital experience provider from smartphones to cars for consumers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei reports that game company H1 announced a pre-tax earnings per share (EPS) of 6.51 NTD for June, totaling 36.9 NTD for the first half of the year. With a capital stock of 1.41 billion NTD, analysts estimate that H1 could achieve an EPS of triple the capital stock for the first half of 2024. The company's revenue for June was 1.572 billion NTD, showing a slight month-over-month decrease but a significant year-over-year increase of 32.9%. The revenue composition includes 54% from overseas game licensing, 37% from online games, and 9% from commercial machines. H1's performances remain bolstered by overseas licensing, especially in Southeast Asia, with plans to distribute dividends later this month.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Samsung Electronics, the South Korean memory chip giant, experiences a three-day strike led by the National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU) due to failed labor negotiations. Despite the strike involving 6,540 union members, particularly in semiconductor equipment, manufacturing, and R&D, Samsung states that its production remains unaffected. The strike aims to pressure management for pay raises, bonuses, benefits, and better working conditions. Although experts note limited impact on Samsung's operations, it reflects challenges in the tech industry amidst increasing automation. NSEU plans further strikes if demands are not met. The previous strike in June did not affect Samsung's operations, highlighting the ongoing labor-management tensions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban made a surprise visit to Beijing on July 8, informing Chinese President Xi Jinping about his recent visits to Ukraine and Russia. Xi Jinping proposed three principles for the Russia-Ukraine conflict: no spillover of battles, no escalation of conflict, and no instigation of fire, urging all parties to quickly de-escalate the situation. Orban's visit to China follows Xi's visit to Hungary in May, where they focused on the Belt and Road Initiative and Chinese investments in Hungary's electric vehicle industry. Xi congratulated Orban on Hungary assuming the EU Presidency and both leaders discussed the Ukraine crisis, with Xi emphasizing the importance of a ceasefire and seeking a political solution in line with the interests of all parties.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chairman Chen Li-pai of ADATA remains bullish on the overall memory market, expecting prices to rise again once short-term inventory clearance in the spot market ends. ADATA announced a consolidated revenue of 29.54 billion NT dollars for June, representing a yearly increase of 29.38%, and a monthly decrease of 8.47%. Second-quarter revenue saw a 46.07% annual growth, reaching 10.29 billion NT dollars, with a cumulative revenue of 209.1 billion NT dollars for January to June 2024, up 48.56% from the same period in 2023. Chairman Chen further expressed optimism for the company's shipment momentum to return to growth as the traditional peak season in the second half of the year approaches.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The steel industry is expressing concern over potential carbon fees, with some manufacturers indicating that while rates of 100-150 TWD per ton may be manageable, rates exceeding 300 TWD, particularly if they reach 1,000 TWD, could directly lead to significant annual losses. Despite the Environmental Protection Administration's recent assessment that the economic impact of these fees would be minimal, steel manufacturers argue that increased costs from carbon fees could jeopardize their profitability in an already uncertain market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
An Ernst & Young survey conducted in July 2024 reveals that only 21% of the new generation consumers click on product ads, while 61% make purchases based on recommendations from micro-influencers. The survey, covering 30 countries and approximately 23,000 respondents, shows a decline in the influence of celebrities on consumer behavior, with only 21% globally being influenced by celebrities. The report highlights the shift towards trusting micro-influencers and niche experts on social media platforms for shopping decisions, showcasing how these new age shoppers prioritize word-of-mouth marketing over traditional advertising methods.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Foreign investors were net buyers of South Korean stocks by 1.31 billion USD and Taiwanese stocks by 0.35 billion USD last week. Taiwanese stocks have been performing well, with TSMC leading the gains, attracting significant foreign investments. Taiwan and South Korea are among the top recipients of foreign funds in Asia, while Thailand and Vietnam are seeing net selling. Taiwan's stock market has shown the strongest performance this year, followed by Vietnam and India. It is advised to focus on technology stocks and consider investing in ETFs to ride the current uptrend.
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Reported about 1 year ago
LISA's single 'Rockstar' debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, making it her first solo chart-topper. She becomes the third BLACKPINK member to achieve a solo No. 1 on the chart, with the group itself having previously secured three No. 1s. Additionally, two new songs enter the Global Excl. U.S. top 10, further diversifying the chart's rankings.
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Reported about 1 year ago
ServiceNow（NOW）股份在星期一收盤之前下滑，在Guggenheim分析師將這家軟件公司的股票評級從中性降為賣出後。分析團隊保持對ServiceNow的每股價格目標為640美元的看法，而其股價目前高於760美元。市場主宰主持人Josh Lipton和Julie Hyman對這一航班進行了審查。欲獲取更多專家見解和最新市場動態，請點擊這裡觀看Market Domination的完整集。此帖由Luke Carberry Mogan撰寫。
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Reported about 1 year ago
波音（BA）的股票在公司承認涉嫌兩起涉及其737 MAX飛機墜毀的刑事詐欺指控後於星期一出現波動。目前還不清楚解決方案是否會達成，因為一些涉及事件的家屬正在考慮。《雅虎財經》主持人喬舒·利普頓（Josh Lipton）和朱莉·海曼（Julie Hyman）就波音的最新發展進行了解析，以及這對公司未來可能意味著什麼。
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Reported about 1 year ago
BD8 Capital Partners CEO and chief investment officer Barbara Doran discusses the economic policies of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, highlighting Trump's focus on maintaining tax cuts for the wealthy leading to deficits and inflationary pressures. Doran predicts potential sector rotations and higher rates if Trump's policies are implemented. She also contrasts the economic implications of Biden and Trump's platforms for various sectors like retail, tech, healthcare, and banking.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Liza Koshy, a former popular YouTube star, made the decision to step away from her online platform to pursue a career in acting, leading to the release of her latest film 'A Family Affair.' Despite the debate surrounding her choice, Koshy expresses her desire for true collaboration in creating films, which she found lacking in the online space. She hopes to set an example for other creators wanting to explore new avenues and emphasizes the importance of self-honesty in making career decisions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
美國聯邦規管機構延遲了影響卡車部門的幾項規則制定，包括一項爭議性規則，該規則將限制新卡車發動機的速度。美國聯邦運輸部最新公布的白宮管理和預算辦公室的議程顯示，聯邦運輸部的美國聯邦道路交通管理局提出的卡車速度限制器規則原定於去年發布，現已延遲到2025年5月。此爭議性提案要求超過26,000磅的卡車配備電子速度調節器，將該設備設定為尚未確定的最大速度。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Melius Research lists Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Intel (INTC), and Apple (AAPL) as strong contenders for the AI 'catch-up' trade in the second half of 2024. Analyst Ben Reitzes from Melius Research notes that these AI-adjacent tech stocks, including Apple's product cycle and the comeback of semiconductors like AMD and Intel, are expected to see major gains after underperforming in the first half of the year. Other technology companies like IBM are also mentioned for potential revenue upside from acquisitions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a viral TikTok video, a working dad named Neil explained why he gets up in the middle of the night with his newborn, even while working full-time, emphasizing that parenting should be a partnership and both parents should share the responsibilities equally. Many praised his honesty, highlighting the challenges and importance of sharing childcare duties and establishing a bond with the baby through caregiving, debunking the misconception that parental leave is a vacation or that one parent should shoulder the majority of childcare duties.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Investors looking to pull money out of commercial real-estate funds, including big-name ones like Starwood Real Estate Income Trust, are encountering difficulties as these niche funds struggle with limited investor withdrawals. The industry, heavily impacted by higher borrowing costs and falling property prices, is dealing with redemption queues and outflows, with commercial real-estate funds in the Odyssey index seeing negative net flows. Despite challenges, there is hope for sector confidence with expectations of a Fed pivot to rate cuts later in the year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在這篇文章中，講述了演員、製片人、It Girl和Miu Miu品牌大使Sydney Sweeney在鏡子自拍中穿著引人注目的小巧頭巾兩件套裝，自拍照片中她樂在其中，配飾簡單，頭髮被放鬆成海灘感，受粉絲喜愛。照片中Sweeney疑似戴著一支雙面顯示器的手機，引起觀眾討論。過去因外界對她身材的狂熱關注，她在4月照片中穿著印有“Sorry for Having Great Tits”字樣的衛衣，逗趣回應對身材的熱議。
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Reported about 1 year ago
NVIDIA（NVDA）股票在UBS和Wolfe Research的分析師將晶片股票的價格目標提高至每股150美元後，週一微幅上漲。 Market Domination的Josh Lipton和Julie Hyman討論了半導體領導者的最新呼籲以及華爾街對其廣泛的情緒。
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Reported about 1 year ago
California Public Employees’ Retirement System has allocated more than $1 billion to Sixth Street for an asset-based finance strategy. Sixth Street's asset-based finance group, led by Michael Dryden, focuses on various sectors including mortgages, commercial equipment, renewables, and energy finance. The commitment by Calpers is managed through a separately managed account overseen by Sixth Street, emphasizing the growing interest in asset-based finance opportunities amidst traditional lenders' retreat from the sector.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During an episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, Kelly Ripa and Bachelorette Jenn Tran playfully challenged each other's perspectives on finding love on TV. Ripa and her husband met while working together, leading to a playful exchange about whether that qualified as meeting on TV compared to shows like The Bachelor. The couple celebrated 28 years of marriage in May, emphasizing the importance of enduring rough patches and appreciating the journey. Meanwhile, Jenn Tran reflected on her experience on The Bachelorette, highlighting the importance of vulnerability and personal growth in relationships.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a podcast appearance, John Corbett, known for his roles in TV series like 'Northern Exposure' and 'Sex and the City,' expressed regret for limiting his career in Hollywood to acting. Despite his success, he feels unfulfilled and wishes for more creative roles, citing Emma Stone's multi-faceted career as an example. Corbett reflected on his lack of involvement in the creative process and expressed a desire for a more fulfilling work life beyond acting.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In yet another tragic incident, a 36-year-old woman in Indonesia was found dead inside a python's belly after being swallowed whole in central Indonesia. It was the second python killing in the province in a month. The woman had gone missing while buying medicine for her sick child, sparking a search by relatives. Her body was discovered in the snake's stomach after her husband became suspicious and villagers helped open the python's stomach. Fatal python attacks in Indonesia have occurred in recent years, with several people being swallowed by pythons, although such incidents are considered extremely rare.
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Reported about 1 year ago
凱莉·詹娜再次嘗試設計泳裝—這次透過她的Khy系列，她自己擔任模特兒展示作品。這位真人秀明星和企業家在一系列圖像中露面，展示了Khy的第八批次，展示了一款微小的泳衣上衣和綁帶下身。整個系列將在7月11日推出，她的上衣和下衣的價格都低於40美元（分別為36美元和34美元）。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Market watcher James Ferguson of the UK-based research firm MacroStrategy Partnership warns that the current AI hype has created a concentrated market bubble similar to the dot-com era. Ferguson argues that AI's unreliability, energy consumption, and questionable promises may render it effectively useless, with excessive tech hype similar to the period before the dot-com crash. He advises investors, especially those leaning into AI enthusiasm, to be cautious due to the AI bubble's resemblance to past market crashes, but suggests value can still be found in overlooked U.S. small-cap stocks post bubble burst.
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