Reported over 1 year ago
South Africa's No 8 Jasper Wiese has been banned for six Tests, including the series against Ireland and two Rugby Championship matches, after receiving a red card in his final Leicester appearance for dropping an opposing player on his head. Despite admitting the charge, Wiese's ban has sparked debate over its severity, as it was deemed a moment of low-intensity clumsiness without malice. The lack of mitigation due to his previous disciplinary record has been criticized, leading to calls for a revision of rugby's sanctions processes for more consistency and fairness.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Segantii Capital Management Ltd., one of Asia's largest hedge funds managing nearly $5 billion in assets, is closing and returning capital to investors following an insider trading charge in Hong Kong. The fund's closure was prompted by concerns of significant redemptions, with about 140 employees impacted and redemptions suspended. The company faces legal action and plans to defend itself against the charges, while also focusing on returning cash to investors in an orderly manner.
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Reported over 1 year ago
DHL Supply Chain has partnered with Levu Air Cargo in Brazil to launch a private air transport service for domestic distribution of high-value goods. The venture involves DHL investing $98.3 million in Levu Air Cargo for cargo jets, including an Airbus A321 converted freighter, with plans to transport up to 10,000 tons of cargo per month by the end of 2025. The service aims to provide a reliable alternative to commercial airlines and trucking for sectors like automotive and healthcare, with DHL having priority access to the freighter capacity for its supply chain customers.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF has hit an all-time high, outperforming the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite over the last five years with a total return of 138%. This ETF focuses on leading growth stocks, particularly in the technology, communications, and consumer-discretionary sectors, making it top-heavy and reliant on big tech companies for its performance. Investors considering this ETF as a long-term investment should evaluate the potential of megacap tech companies to monetize artificial intelligence and benefit from their advantages in market positioning and resources. With a low annual fee of 0.07%, this Vanguard fund offers a simple and cost-effective way to invest in large-growth companies.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses billionaire investor David Tepper's quarterly holdings, highlighting his significant investments and sales in the portfolio. The analysis provides insights into key investment themes that may be relevant for investors. Additionally, the article includes a recommendation regarding investing in Nvidia and mentions other top stocks identified by The Motley Fool's Stock Advisor team. The piece also discloses the affiliations and recommendations of the author, Travis Hoium, and provides information about the publication's disclosure policy.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Actor Michael Richards, known for his role as Kramer in "Seinfeld," reveals in his upcoming memoir that he was diagnosed with stage 1 prostate cancer in 2018 and underwent surgery to remove his entire prostate. Richards, now 74, reflects on facing mortality and the decision to release his memoir as he turns 75, also addressing the racism controversy that led him to step away from show business 17 years ago. He emphasizes the importance of learning, healing, and focusing on family in his quiet life now, with the support of friends like Jerry Seinfeld.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Turkey's central bank decided to maintain its interest rates and introduced new measures to address excess liquidity and control lending in foreign currencies. The Monetary Policy Committee kept the benchmark rate at 50% and emphasized a tight policy stance until a significant decline in inflation. The central bank also imposed higher reserve requirements for commercial banks and a cap on monthly foreign exchange credit growth to manage liquidity glut concerns. Additionally, the bank raised reserve requirements for FX-protected accounts to facilitate a shift to regular lira deposits. Analysts expect a continued pause in rate hikes with a focus on fiscal adjustments and alternative tightening tools, while inflation data will influence future monetary policy decisions.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Billionaire hedge fund manager David Einhorn has declared that value investing, a strategy favored by Warren Buffett, is "dead." Einhorn, president of Greenlight Capital, has shifted away from traditional value investing due to what he perceives as broken market structures. He now focuses on companies that are misunderstood and undervalued, emphasizing price discipline, cash flow, and a concentrated portfolio of 15 to 20 companies. Einhorn's revised approach contrasts with traditional value investing strategies, and individuals should consider their investing goals and risk tolerance when deciding between the two methods.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Melinda Gates, co-founder of the Gates Foundation, discussed the challenges of the tech industry's male-dominated culture and her focus on supporting the next generation of female leaders during an interview with Yahoo Finance. Gates highlighted her journey from Microsoft's bro culture in the 1980s to empowering women leaders through her venture capital firm, Pivotal Ventures. She announced her decision to step down from the Gates Foundation and invest $12.5 billion in her philanthropic endeavors, particularly supporting women leaders. Gates emphasized the importance of diversity in leadership and her commitment to fostering a more inclusive environment in male-dominated industries like tech.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Banco Santander SA is exploring interest in potential synthetic-risk-transfer transactions tied to over $6 billion in loans in Mexico and Brazil, including vehicle loans and corporate loans. The lender is seeking investor feedback for deals related to carmakers like Tesla Inc. and Suzuki Motor Corp., as well as a Brazilian loan portfolio. These transactions are in the early stages, with details on size and terms still pending, and could provide opportunities for double-digit yields for investors. Additionally, Santander is also considering selling a Spanish portfolio of mortgage and consumer/business loans.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses how three billionaire hedge fund managers, including Tiger Global Management, Soros Fund Management, and Bridgewater Associates, have been buying stocks related to artificial intelligence (AI), such as Alphabet, Nvidia, and Meta Platforms. These funds showed significant purchases of Alphabet in Q1, with Bridgewater also buying Nvidia and Meta. The article highlights the potential of these stocks, particularly Alphabet and Meta, which are considered reasonably priced and executing well, making them attractive options for investors.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The European Commission has fined Mondelez, the maker of Oreo cookies, 337.5 million euros for impeding cross-border sales of its products within EU member states. Mondelez, which also owns Cadbury and Toblerone, among other brands, engaged in anticompetitive practices aimed at restricting the trade of chocolate, biscuits, and coffee products. This resulted in higher prices for consumers and violated EU competition rules. The Commission highlighted the importance of free movement of goods in the single market and the impact on grocery prices, particularly in times of high inflation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combined for 63 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 108-105 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. Doncic scored 33 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, while Irving added 30 points. Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves with 24 points, but Dallas outscored Minnesota in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses why Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY) may be a good investment despite its recent struggles. The pharmaceutical company has a high dividend yield of 5.6% and a reasonable payout ratio, but has faced challenges with slower-than-expected drug launches and upcoming patent cliffs. However, BMY has a history of successful acquisitions and has recently acquired Karuna Therapeutics, which could be a potential blockbuster. The article suggests that BMY's long-term value creation potential may make it an attractive investment for contrarian investors looking for a high-yield dividend stock with growth potential.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Fulham midfielder Willian is a summer target for Saudi clubs as his contract with the team is running down, with interest from Saudi Pro League teams looking to add him to their South American roster. Meanwhile, Birmingham City is in talks with former Stoke and Norwich manager Alex Neil for their managerial position, while Plymouth Argyle is interviewing ex-Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom for a potential role. Additionally, Arsenal is looking to sell midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga permanently this summer after his loan spells at Luton Town and Crystal Palace.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Stocks in the U.S. market slid, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping over 1.5% for its worst day in a year, following Nvidia's blockbuster earnings that failed to spark a broader market rally. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite fell about 0.4%, while the S&P 500 dropped nearly 0.8%. Nvidia's shares surged over 9%, surpassing $1,000 for the first time, after beating Wall Street forecasts for the first quarter earnings and raising its guidance. However, concerns over interest rates dominated investor sentiment after a hot reading on economic activity and Federal Reserve minutes reignited worries over rate hikes.
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Reported over 1 year ago
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article from Motley Fool discusses three potential stocks to buy and hold for passive income: Vici Properties, Realty Income, and the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF. Vici Properties, a casino real estate company, offers a 5.6% dividend yield and has shown strong performance. Realty Income, owning a portfolio of single-tenant properties, provides a 5.8% dividend yield and has increased payouts for 107 consecutive quarters. The Vanguard ETF tracks companies with a history of high dividends, offering a 2.8% yield. These investments aim to provide reliable dividend income for the long term, despite potential volatility.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Nvidia's first-quarter revenue surged 262% to $26.0 billion, beating expectations, with the company announcing a stock split and dividend increase. In an exclusive Yahoo Finance interview, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discussed the strong demand for their products and highlighted Meta's Llama language models as significant. He also praised Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology, describing it as revolutionary for using generative AI to predict and understand driving paths. Huang emphasized the effectiveness of training AI systems for autonomous vehicles by learning directly from videos. The article covers more insights from the interview with Jensen Huang on Yahoo Finance.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Eagles cornerback Darius Slay, entering his 12th NFL season at 33 years old, is focused on mentoring rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Slay has been impressed with Mitchell's quickness and technique, and DeJean's athleticism and versatility. Slay is committed to passing on his knowledge to help the rookies succeed, emphasizing the importance of knowing their assignments and being ready to compete. Despite a crowded cornerback roster, Slay believes both rookies will play significant roles in the Eagles' defense in 2024.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Industry experts warn that the widening technology gap between carriers and supply chain providers in U.S.-Mexico cross-border trade poses a threat to trade efficiency and competitiveness. Companies that fail to adopt advanced tools like AI and smart cameras risk losing business to more tech-savvy competitors. While trade between the U.S. and Mexico is increasing, digital service growth is lagging, especially among smaller carriers, hindering the potential for streamlined cross-border commerce and supply chain efficiency.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Investors in top-rated bonds backed by commercial real estate debt are experiencing losses for the first time since the financial crisis. This was evidenced by the recent sale of a $308 million note backed by a mortgage on the 1740 Broadway building in Manhattan, resulting in top-ranked holders receiving less than three-quarters of their original investment back. The distress in the US commercial real estate market, particularly in bonds tied to single mortgages for older office buildings, is causing concerns about further losses. Market analysts predict that more loans may be sold at discounted values, indicating potential challenges in the commercial real estate sector.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Embracer's CEO, Lars Wingefors, emphasized the importance of human creativity in game development despite the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry. Embracer is undergoing a strategic shift to adapt to the evolving gaming landscape, planning to split its business into three listed companies by 2025. The company aims to attract talent and create compelling content for established IPs like Tomb Raider and The Lord of The Rings series, anticipating growth in the gaming market over the next five years.
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