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Dorsay Alavi shares insights on dividing her docuseries about saxophone player Wayne Shorter into three 'portals,' exploring his life, music, and influence over six decades. This Amazon Prime Video documentary is part of a 'Meet the Experts' panel for documentary filmmakers hosted by Gold Derby contributor Charles Bright.
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Reported 6 months ago
The article discusses the historical performance of the Nasdaq, which is expected to have a strong year in 2024. It highlights five top software growth stocks to consider investing in. These stocks include Palantir, Shopify, ServiceNow, Monday.com, and CrowdStrike, with analyses of their performance and potential for long-term growth based on factors like revenue, margins, customer base, and market trends.
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Reported 6 months ago
Turkey's economy is expected to have experienced a growth in the first quarter driven by consumer spending, unaffected by aggressive interest-rate hikes meant to curb domestic demand. The surge in spending, fueled by expectations of a currency slump, has led to a likely temporary economic boost before a slowdown. Despite rising inflation and policy changes, consumer confidence remains high, with concerns shifting towards a possible decrease in demand and lower economic growth rates ahead.
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Reported 6 months ago
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The UEFA EURO 2024 tournament in Germany will feature 24 teams in six groups playing in 10 stadiums across the country from June 14 to July 14, 2024. Reigning champs Italy aim to win back-to-back titles, competing against strong contenders like England, France, and the Netherlands. Major matches include Italy vs. Spain and France vs. Netherlands in the group stage. The tournament will be broadcast on Fox Sports in the USA, with key matches taking place in venues like Berlin's Olympiastadion and Munich's Football Arena.
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Reported 6 months ago
Dell Technologies Inc.'s shares are outperforming Nvidia Corp. recently, with investors betting on Dell's significant gains from the artificial intelligence sector, especially after introducing AI-optimized PCs and servers. The company's growth prospects are expected to be confirmed in its upcoming first-quarter results, supporting a stock trading at a record high with high potential. Dell's strategic position in AI is gaining recognition among analysts, leading to bullish recommendations and a positive outlook for the stock, especially in anticipation of potential inclusion in the S&P 500 index.
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Reported 6 months ago
Nvidia's impressive financial performance and outlook have led investors to explore alternative AI investment options. Super Micro Computer and Snowflake are two promising AI stocks worth considering. Super Micro Computer benefits from Nvidia's AI chip demand, experiencing substantial revenue and earnings growth. On the other hand, Snowflake's cloud-based platform, AI initiatives, and strategic acquisitions position it for future growth. Both companies offer potential for investment growth in the AI sector, with Super Micro Computer trading at attractive valuations and Snowflake focusing on expanding its AI capabilities.
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美国经济在一季度增长速率低于先前估计，主要是由于消费者支出和通货膨胀测量指标降低，使得联邦储备可能在年底之前至少开始降息的轨道上。商务部周四报告称，1-3月间国内生产总值以1.3%的年率增长，低于1.6%的初步估计，明显慢于2023年最后三个月的3.4%。一季度的增长下调表明美联储通过高利率逐步降温经济的目标正在产生影响，尽管尚不确定通货膨胀趋势的减弱是否会持续。企业利润首次一年下降，从去年第四季度创纪录的3.39万亿美元下降了0.6%。
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A 1950s-era home in Palo Alto, California, is causing a stir with its $2 million price tag despite its dated appearance, sparking social media debate over the value. The property, located in a high-income area with notable residents like Mark Zuckerberg, highlights the influence of location on real estate prices in California. Despite its condition, the home has attracted significant interest and offers due to the area's scarcity of land and high property values, with expectations of a competitive bidding war for both renovation and redevelopment.
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Reported 6 months ago
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland expresses strong disapproval for the new official UFC glove design, calling it subpar quality and criticizing the designers for lacking fight experience. He believes the gloves are not the solution to eye pokes, blaming fighters instead for not keeping their hands closed. Strickland's opinions come ahead of his fight against Paulo Costa at UFC 302, where the new glove design will be used for the first time.
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The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits increased slightly last week to 219,000, up from 216,000 the previous week, while layoffs remain historically low. Jobless claims are seen as an indicator of U.S. layoffs and the job market's direction, remaining low since the pandemic. Despite concerns, rapid rate hikes by the Federal Reserve have not led to a recession, with strong consumer demand aiding the labor market. Moderation in job hiring and wage growth might prompt the Fed to lower interest rates, even as some companies announce layoffs across industries.
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The US economy's growth rate for the first quarter was adjusted down from 1.6% to 1.3%, revealing a sluggish expansion. Despite this, consumer spending remained steady, indicating pressure from high interest rates and inflation on household budgets. The update also noted that imports and reduced business inventories were key factors contributing to the lower growth rate, while consumer spending on goods decreased, but spending on services increased notably. Inflation saw a slight downward revision, with consumer prices rising at a 3.3% annual pace, reflecting ongoing concerns about the economy's trajectory amid rising costs and potential impacts on consumer behavior.
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Reported 6 months ago
The Labor Department reported that the number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits increased by 3,000 to 219,000 for the week ending May 25. Despite the uptick, the labor market shows resilience, with continuing claims also rising by 4,000. Economists had expected 218,000 initial claims. The market continues to adjust to interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve since March 2022, indicating ongoing support for the economy.
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Reported 6 months ago
The article discusses how Realty Income was previously considered the top real estate investment trust (REIT) but has slowed, making other REITs more appealing for growth, such as Prologis. Prologis is seen as a way to benefit from the growth in e-commerce. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor team shares insights on 10 best stocks, excluding Prologis, that could yield high returns. Mark Roussin is affiliated with The Motley Fool and owns positions in Prologis, which is recommended by The Motley Fool along with Equinix. The article also contains information on special offers and potential investment insights.
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Tesla issued a strong rebuttal to proxy-advisory firm Glass Lewis, urging shareholders to vote in favor of CEO Elon Musk's $46 billion pay package at the upcoming June 13 annual meeting. In a letter titled 'What Glass Lewis Got Wrong About Tesla,' Tesla criticized the firm for omitting key considerations and relying on faulty logic and speculation. The company emphasized its commitment to Musk and the importance of shareholder value creation, dismissing concerns raised by Glass Lewis about the pay package diluting existing holdings and concentrating Musk's ownership.
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Reported 6 months ago
US stocks, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500, continued to fall as concerns over potential rate hikes lingered, exacerbated by Salesforce's nearly 20% stock decline due to disappointing sales growth forecasts. The US economy's slower first-quarter growth and upcoming inflation data further fueled market unease. Post-market reports showed tech stocks like Dell and MongoDB sliding, while Gap shares rose. Analysts highlighted AI spending impacting revenue growth and discussed future trends in the tech and retail sectors.
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Reported 6 months ago
Alphabet的Google與擴增實境初創公司Magic Leap正在建立戰略技術合作夥伴關係，共同致力於打造融合實體與數位世界的沉浸式體驗。Magic Leap在一篇部落格文章中宣布，兩家公司已達成合作夥伴關係，並強調將結合Magic Leap在光學和設備製造方面的專業知識與Google的技術平台。此合作可能帶來消費者擴增實境設備，而Google也與三星電子展開合作開發混合現實技術。
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Salesforce shares plummeted following disappointing first-quarter earnings, leading to potential losses exceeding $40 billion in value. The company, led by CEO Marc Benioff, is transitioning by investing in AI technologies, cutting costs, raising prices, and implementing shareholder-friendly measures. Despite a 44% increase in earnings to $2.44 per share and revenue growth to $9.13 billion, software bookings grew only 2%, prompting adjusted price targets by analysts like D.A. Davidson and Citigroup due to weaker-than-expected results.
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Reported 6 months ago
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李洵(NBC體育)在2024年5月30日星期四，8點34分AM發表文章，指出李洵聯繫教練傑斯·格拉巴，告知從醫生那裡獲得好消息，她準備好回歸訓練。李洵是東京奧運全能金牌得主，於2023年初被診斷出患有兩種腎疾病而休養了幾個月，又在年底停止體操訓練數個月，但去年底以來一直處於緩解期。此週在德克薩斯州沃思堡舉行的Xfinity U.S.冠軍賽，李洵有望首次從事四項項目的全能(各種器械)運動，此為她自東京比賽以來首次。
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Kohl's Corp. experienced its steepest drop in stock value ever after reporting disappointing first-quarter results and reducing its guidance for the year. The retail chain's comparable sales fell 4.4%, missing analyst estimates, despite offering significant discounts. The company attributed the decline to economic pressures on middle-income customers, despite steady spending from high-income customers. Kohl's is striving to attract customers through partnerships with brands like Sephora, but the results did not meet expectations. The disappointing results highlight consumers' current emphasis on value and selectivity in spending behavior, as seen in the performance of other retailers like Foot Locker Inc., Dollar General Inc., Best Buy Co., and Burlington Stores Inc.
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The French Open has prohibited alcohol consumption in stands and increased security measures following a series of rowdy incidents, including Belgian player David Goffin claiming a fan spat chewing gum at him. With spectators now only allowed to drink in designated areas, tournament director Amelie Mauresmo emphasized the need for respect towards players and the game, with a focus on curbing unruly behavior and maintaining a positive atmosphere at the Roland Garros. Various players have voiced concerns about disruptive crowds, prompting stricter rules and crowd management approaches to ensure a more pleasant experience for all.
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MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, known for controversial calls and poor performance, retired this week after over three decades in the league. Despite criticism from players and fans, including a lawsuit for racial discrimination in 2017, Hernández's retirement was not forced. His departure marks the end of a long tenure characterized by missed calls and public backlash, with MLB keeping him out of high-profile games for years. The unique case illuminates the challenges faced by umpires in a thankless job. In other news, the NCAA is considering allowing power conference schools to display corporate logos on football fields and jerseys, aiming to offset costs related to athlete compensation.
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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito refused to recuse himself from cases related to Jan. 6 or the 2020 election despite controversy over flags flown at his homes, claiming his wife, not him, displayed them. Meanwhile, Trump's hush money trial jury has started deliberations, more than 280,000 Texans are still without power after storms, and Amazon Prime announces a new perk of a complimentary Grubhub+ subscription for its 180 million members. In entertainment news, Disney releases a teaser for 'Moana 2.'
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Josh McCown, the quarterbacks coach for the Vikings, reflected on his time with the Panthers last year and the challenges involved in coaching rookie quarterbacks like Bryce Young. McCown emphasized the ongoing learning curve that exists for quarterbacks transitioning to the NFL and expressed the importance of managing expectations and providing necessary support to players in their first season in the league. McCown will now be mentoring another first-round pick, J.J. McCarthy, with the Vikings, aiming to ease the learning process for the young quarterback.
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