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Chamath Palihapitiya, Social Capital Founder and CEO CNBC A new buyback tax has motivated more and more SPAC sponsors to close up shop before the year-end, adding another headwind to the blank-check space already roiled by a tough market environment. A total of 27 SPAC deals, worth $12.8 billion, have been liquidated this year, according

When it comes to managing your life as a retiree, it almost goes without saying that you’ll need to keep abreast of the yearly Social Security tweaks and adjust your budget accordingly. However, with so much new information to keep track of, it can be easy to forget some of the smaller details, such as

In this article CL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Daniel Loeb Simon Dawson | Bloomberg | Getty Images Dan Loeb’s Third Point has built a sizeable stake in consumer giant Colgate-Palmolive, according to CNBC’s David Faber. Loeb sees hidden value in Colgate’s subsidiary, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a pet food company, if it were spun

In this article CRM Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Jeffrey Smith, CEO of Starboard Value LP and Chairman of Papa John’s International Inc. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Starboard Value has taken a stake in Salesforce, with founder Jeff Smith saying a significant opportunity remains in the enterprise software maker, according to CNBC’s David Faber.

“Sustainability” and “sustainable investing” are among the latest buzzwords in the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) industry. These funds cater to people who want to be certain that their money is invested in companies that are committed to environmental, social, and governance awareness. The sentiment has spawned its own acronym, ESG. As of October 2022, there are

China has steadily accumulated U.S. Treasury securities over the last few decades. As of Q3 2022, the Asian nation owns nearly $1 trillion, or about 3.2%, of the $31.1 trillion U.S. national debt at the time. That was more than any other foreign country except Japan. U.S. debt to China comes mainly in the form

In this article QCOM META PZZA CHEF DHT Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Source: Papa Johns Investors white-knuckled their way through last week as the major averages swung sharply, fueled by key inflation reports. On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average leapt 1,500 points from its low of the session to the highest point

The types of gifts that people enjoy receiving change as they move through life. A stuffed animal might become a prized possession for a toddler, whereas older kids might enjoy sports equipment. Teens and adults alike could get a kick out of receiving the latest electronic device. Physical gifts like these have varying degrees of

Since its founding in 2008, Groupon (GRPN) has become a household name among bargain hunters. But those who aren’t familiar with its offerings may well ask, how does Groupon work? Groupon markets discount vouchers and coupons to local businesses. Customers go to Groupon to collect the coupons. The customers get deals, and the businesses attract

Harry Dexter White was the driving force behind the Bretton Woods agreement that spawned the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and The World Bank. In his role as a government economist, White became the architect of the modern, postwar world economy and helped the United States become the global power it is today. However, he is

You can place bets on the world’s currencies through forex (foreign exchange) brokerage accounts, buying or selling currency pairs that react to economic developments all over the globe. The forex market operates 24/6, opening on Sunday afternoon in the U.S. and closing after stock traders complete their business on Friday afternoon. The volume of currency

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on October 07, 2022 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images (Click here to subscribe to the Delivering Alpha newsletter.) Cash, one of the most hated corners of the market for years, is getting some newfound love from money managers as the Federal

A simple will, also called a “basic will,” lays out what you’d like to happen to your assets after you die. If you’ve ever worried about who will get your wedding ring, inherit your house, or take care of your cat after you die, it might be time to create a will—or update an existing

When a trader looks at the price chart of a stock, it can appear to be completely random movements. This is often true and, yet, within those price movements are patterns. Chart patterns are geometric shapes found in the price data that can help a trader understand the price action, as well as make predictions about

The staggering cost of higher education in the United States has many prospective college students wondering about countries with free college and pursuing a degree abroad. While conventional wisdom still points to the benefits of having a college degree, more students and their families are seeking alternatives to lower their college tuition bills. More Americans

Apple CEO Tim Cook speaks during Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, California, June 6, 2022. Peter Dasilva | Reuters Using a market downcycle to accumulate shares of companies with strong fundamentals and prospects can lead to good returns when the market goes up. To that end, keeping an eye on which stocks

A price war is when two or more rival companies lower prices of comparable products or services with the goal of stealing customers from their competitors–or gaining market share. Price wars can come at a great cost since it decreases a company’s profit margins in the short-term. However, if a company gains a sizable increase

Violetastoimenova | E+ | Getty Images ESG has been an incredible movement. It has had a momentum and acceleration that was seemingly unstoppable, and for good reason. Everyone wants to save the climate and support treating employees, customers and communities with respect. Everyone is for good corporate governance. Yet, for several years, many people, particularly

A certificate of deposit (CD) can be a very low-risk way to save for the short-term future. If your child has some savings they’d like to invest or if you’d like to put some money aside for them, you can open a CD on their behalf using a custodial account. Opening a CD for a

Being named in someone’s will as the executor—the person to handle and settle up estate matters—sounds like a great honor. And it is because the person believes that you have the ability to collect assets, settle debts, file estate tax returns where necessary, distribute assets, and close the estate. However, a person named as an