Is FIRE Your Goal? Why Not Plan Your Retirement Now?
While most would agree that planning for retirement is important, it’s curious that many still don’t feel an urgency to complete their retirement plans. This is likely because retirement seems like a distant event. However, the reality is that retirement might come sooner than we expect. The adage, “People don't plan to fail, they fail to plan,” serves as a good reminder. Our retirement future needs planning now. Everyone needs a proper retirement plan and action to avoid unpleasant surprises in the future. What myths delay us from planning for retirement? Myth 1: My Kids Will Take Care of Me In the past, elderly parents often lived with their adult children after retirement. However, with rising living costs, some children might struggle to support their families, let alone elderly
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McDonald's: Responding to Changing Consumer Dynamics
Overview: The fast-food industry, traditionally associated with affordable sustenance, is undergoing a transformation as rising prices redefine consumer perceptions. According to a survey by LendingTree, 78% of 2000 American adults now consider fast food a luxury, citing soaring costs as the primary reason. Consumer Sentiments: Pricing Pressures: The survey reveals that financial constraints lead half of the respondents to view fast food as a luxury, with over 60% reducing their consumption due to price hikes. This shift in perception reflects a broader sentiment among consumers, with many expressing dismay at the rising prices of fast-food staples. Industry Response: Adaptation Strategies: As minimum wage laws, such as California's $20 minimum wage law for fast-food workers, come into e
Xiaomi's Automotive Segment: Speeding Up Delivery of SU7 Series Accelerated Production: Xiaomi Group's $XIAOMI-W(01810)$ automotive subsidiary, Xiaomi Automobiles, announced that its SU7 model is poised for accelerated delivery. Starting June, the company's factories will operate double shifts to ramp up production capacity. Moreover, in a bid to enhance order-to-production efficiency, the lock-up period for major orders will be shortened from 7 days to 3 days (72 hours), effective June 5. Delivery Milestone: Xiaomi Group disclosed to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that it had delivered 8,646 SU7 series vehicles in May. The company is eyeing a cumulative delivery target of 15,764 SU7 series veh
Overview: The semiconductor industry is witnessing a significant surge in demand, driven by the explosion in the need for specialized processors to develop, train, and run AI applications like ChatGPT. AMD's $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ recent announcement of a new artificial intelligence (AI) processor targeting a wide range of products, from cutting-edge data centers to advanced laptops, is poised to challenge Nvidia's $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ dominant position in this lucrative market. Semiconductor Surge: AMD Challenges Nvidia with New AI Processor AMD has emerged as one of Nvidia's most significant competitors, with CEO Lisa Su stating that the company's ne
The overnight trading service reminds us that we open each symbol based upon the closest print to 7:30 pm ET in the post market session. We will not allow a limit order (via a reject) to be priced beyond 20% (aggressive) of that reference price. Example - Symbol XYZ reference price from 7:30 pm ET data pull is $10. Therefore, we will reject any bid priced at 12.01 or greater and any offer priced at 7.99 or less at our 8 pm ET Open. This 20% +/- range ( 8.00/12.00) will remain in effect throughout the Overnight Trading Session to prevent a symbol from trading at extreme fluctuations/ranges from the Post Session. $GameStop(GME)$
Crypto ETFs: Navigating the Game Plan for Market Surge
Overview: The cryptocurrency market has been buzzing with excitement following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Bitcoin ETF approvals earlier this year spurred a significant influx of traditional funds into the crypto market, and the recent approval of Ethereum ETFs is expected to continue this trend. These developments highlight the increasing institutional interest and mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies, marking a pivotal shift in the financial landscape. Bitcoin ETF Impact: A Surge in Inflows Since the approval of the Bitcoin ETF, there has been a remarkable net inflow of approximately $13 billion into the cryptocurrency market. This substantial influx of traditional funds has driven Bitcoin prices to new heights, reaching
Google Cloud Layoffs Google's $Alphabet(GOOG)$ cloud division has announced substantial layoffs affecting consultants, engineers, and even new hires. While the exact number of layoffs remains unclear, reports suggest that approximately 100 employees in the Asia-Pacific "Go To Market" team have been cut. These layoffs are part of a broader trend throughout the year, with positions being relocated to different areas. This move by Google underscores the company's ongoing restructuring efforts to optimize its cloud operations amid a competitive market. Tesla's $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Recall Tesla is set to recall 125,227 electric ve
$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ seems to be playing chess while its competitors are playing checkers. Their recent announcement of the next-generation AI chip architecture, "Rubin," comes hot on the heels of their March unveiling of "Blackwell." This aggressive release cadence signals their intent to dominate the AI chip market, and it has me excited about the company's future prospects. Nvidia is shifting gears, moving from a two-year update cycle for AI chips to a rapid-fire "one-year rhythm." This accelerated pace highlights the urgency they see in the AI market. With competitors like $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ and $Intel(INTC)$ nipping at their heels, Nvidia is clearl
🌟🌟🌟$BYD COMPANY(01211)$ has outperformed $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ in EV sales in Q4 23 with sales of 526,000 EVs versus Tesla's 484,500. However Tesla still sold more if all 2023 figures are considered. Tesla delivered 1.84 million battery only EVs while BYD sold 1.6 million units. However BYD also produced 1.4 million hybrids. BYD has transcended its origins as a battery manufacturer to become a formidable player in the Global EV market. BYD is now China's largest EV maker. Compared with Tesla, BYD's vehicles are more affordable. This has helped BYD attract a wider range of buyers.
Best Buy Stock Approaches Buy Point On Earnings Surprise
Much of last week’s relatively light economic calendar came in roughly in line with expectations, most notably the Commerce Department’s personal consumption expenditure (PCE) price index report, released Friday morning, which rose 0.2% in April, down slightly from the previous two months. The best-performing concepts are Real Estate Operating Companies, Computer & Electronics Retail and Marine Ports & Services.Considering the different perceptions of the stock, this time TigerPicks chose $Best Buy(BBY)$ to have a fundamental highlight to help users understand it better.$Best Buy(BBY)$Shares of electronics retailer Best Buy (NYSE:BBY) jumped 12% in the morning session after the company reported
Ditch the Alarm Clock, Embrace FIRE: Why Early Retirement is Catching Fire
It used to be a simple equation: work hard, climb the ladder, retire at 65. But these days, a growing movement called FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) is challenging that script. This isn't just about stockpiling cash; it's about wresting back control of your time and crafting a life on your terms. Breaking Free: Embracing Financial Independence and New Beginnings Why the surge in popularity? Well, let's face it, modern work culture can be draining. Stagnant wages, long hours, and the ever-present threat of burnout leave many yearning for a way out. FIRE offers an escape hatch. By aggressively saving and investing, you build a nest egg that covers your living expenses. Work becomes optional, allowing you to pursue passions, travel the world, or simply sleep in — the
$AIMS APAC Reit(O5RU.SI)$$Daiwa Hse Log Tr(DHLU.SI)$$ESR-REIT(J91U.SI)$$Mapletree Log Tr(M44U.SI)$$EC World Reit(BWCU.SI)$ Below is a comparison using the latest data from comparison tables on SREITs Data page. The most favorable figures are marked in blue and given a +1 score, while the least favorable are in red with a -1 score. The highest score in each category determines the winner. Note that this is a simple comparison without weightage assigned to each figure. Overall Ranking Now, let's dive
GameStop's Whale's Setup Tactics and Key Levels Revealed
TL;DR: The key question - Why start setting up the play 3 weeks in advance?Roaring Kitty = The WhaleTwo weeks after the May 13th spike, on Monday June 3rd, GME saw another 75% pre-market surge.On Sunday June 2nd, Roaring Kitty (u/DeepFuckingValue) on Reddit posted a screenshot showing he had purchased 5 million shares of GameStop at $21.27 per share for a total of $115.7 million.Additionally, Roaring Kitty bought 120,000 $20 strike calls expiring June 21st ( $GME 20240621 20.0 CALL$ ) worth around $65.7 million.Just looking at this account, Roaring Kitty's total GME securities are worth $210 million.Source: RedditAfter this news, one key question comes to mind - why this specific timing? For the June 21st expiry options,
A Mistake is a mistake - Big or Small. Cathie Wood's decision to sell the bulk of Ark Invest's $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ stocks when it was trading below $150 per share has proven to be costly. To put a number on it, the famed money manager's firm has been left out of a rally that would have netted it a $1.2 billion return, according to Business Insider calculations. (see below) Based on the 13F filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ark Invest has sold 1.3 million shares of Nvidia across its suite of investment products since Q4 2022. Bulk of those sales occurred in November 2022. This was just before the release of ChatGPT, that sparked a massive artificial intelligence-fueled rally. In Q4 2022, Nvidia stock traded at an average p
$GameStop(GME)$ shares more than doubled after the Reddit account that drove the meme-stock mania of 2021 posted what appeared to be a $116 million position in the game retailer.Other stocks favored by retail traders also got a boost. AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc. rose as much as 36% in premarket trading, while SunPower Corp., Beyond Meat Inc., BlackBerry Ltd. and Reddit Inc. were also stronger.Have you ever invested in meme stocks? Let us know if you have invested in any meme stocks such as $AMC Entertainment(AMC)$, $GameStop(GME)$ , $Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc.(FFIE)$ ,
Today is Friday, so it's time for Tiger Friday events! 🌴🥥 We prepare coins for you to share your dreams.As children, our dreams were always colorful and vibrant. Dreaming of becoming astronauts who explore the mysteries of the universe or doctors who save lives, each dream carried with it a sense of purity and hope. Although our dreams may change with time, those childhood aspirations remain deeply ingrained in our hearts.🚀👩🚀🎈Today, we would like to invite you to share your childhood dreams and how these dreams have influenced your investment decisions and life choices. Have you ever been inspired by a dream to become an investor? Perhaps a childhood hobby has evolved into a passion for investing?📒How to ParticipateRepost and tag at least one friend, inviting them to reminisce about their
Why will this stock 10x in the next two years $Rocket Lab USA, Inc.(RKLB)$ Ok so here we go, my evidence to support why Rklb stock price is going to the moon... 1. The company recently announced the appointment to the board of Lt. general Armagno who retired from the DOD recently and was in charge of space forces. Hmmm I wonder if she knows people who make the big decisions about DOD space contracts going forward? But more on that in a bit. 2. New Zealand has recently been added to US military trade laws. What's that about? well America can buy foreign military technology but it won't share strategicly important information with other countries. Now a lot of the rocket lab development happens in the USA but a lot also occurs in NZ, the
Nvidia's Uptrend: A Correction or the End? Analyzing Valuation Through Historical P/E Ratios
$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ Nvidia's Price History: Historical daily share price chart and data for NVIDIA since 1999 adjusted for splits and dividends. The latest closing stock price for NVIDIA as of May 30, 2024 is 1105.00. The all-time high NVIDIA stock closing price was 1148.25 on May 29, 2024. The NVIDIA 52-week high stock price is 1158.19, which is 4.8% above the current share price. The NVIDIA 52-week low stock price is 373.56, which is 66.2% below the current share price. The average NVIDIA stock price for the last 52 weeks is 595.84. Nvidia's recent pullback following disappointing earnings reports from CRM and DELL has cast a shadow on the chipmaker's seemingly unstoppable uptrend. The stock price dipped below $1100, raising concerns among in
The Quiet AI Giant: Apple's Under-the-Radar AI Strategy
$Apple(AAPL)$ #AI #Apple Has Apple stumbled in the AI race? There's debate about whether Apple has fallen behind in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development. Here's a breakdown of the arguments: Behind the Curve? Apple's stock hasn't kept pace with other tech giants heavily invested in AI. Some point to a lack of groundbreaking AI advancements from Apple compared to competitors like Google. Strategic Focus? Alternatively, some argue Apple prioritizes user privacy and a curated user experience, which might not always align with the data-hungry nature of some AI research. They suggest Apple might be taking a slower, more deliberate approach to AI, focusing on integrating it seamlessly into existing products. Potential Moves? Recent rumours suggest