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Editor’s note: Seeking Alpha is proud to welcome Skeptic Capital as a new contributor. It’s easy to become a Seeking Alpha contributor and earn money for your best investment ideas. Active contributors also get free access to SA Premium. Click here to find out more » South_agency Company Overview Bitcoin-mining (BTC-USD) company Riot Platforms (NASDAQ:RIOT) has seen its share price increase ~445% since the beginning of 2023. This is due to the concurrent Bitcoin rally as well as optimism around their new facility in Corsicana Texas which is expected to open later this year. Despite this, I believe there are…
Table of Contents Show more Show less In July 2023, the UK joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, an Indo-Pacific trading bloc of 11 other countries. Joining a group including the likes of Mexico, Vietnam, and Chile may not have a significant impact on the UK’s economic output, but the move tends to turn the spotlight on so-called emerging markets. These are fast-growing economies which offer the prospect of potentially superior investment returns, although the risks of losing money are relatively high when compared to more established economies. Here’s a closer look at investing in emerging markets…
About the event:On the occasion of B20 Summit India, India United Nations (Office of the Permanent Coordinator and United Nations Development Programme), in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry and the European Union, is hosting a side event titled 'Advancing the 2030 Agenda' . Through Responsible Business Activities” held in New Delhi on August 24, 2023.The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development emphasizes the role of the business sector as a key partner of the United Nations and governments in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Notable Goal 17 calls for “all businesses to use creativity and innovation to solve…
Companies can navigate the risks and pursue the opportunities of the mounting nature and biodiversity imperative. By Jenny Davis-Peccoud, Euan Murray, Axel Seemann, and Askin Morrison “> Brief The Nature and Biodiversity Playbook for Business “> Progress: en At a Glance The focus on biodiversity is growing…
new york CNN — Elon Musk's move over the weekend to rebrand Twitter, replacing the iconic bird logo with an X, is just the latest step in his efforts to remake his long-time platform in his own image. When Musk bought Twitter late last year, he Showed a vision Ahead of the Twitter acquisition, Musk told Twitter employees that the platform should be like China's WeChat, saying that users “basically live on the app” because “it's so easy to use and it helps them in their daily lives.” The idea of rebranding may date back to when Musk created the…
new york CNN — Elon Musk's move over the weekend to rebrand Twitter, replacing the iconic bird logo with an X, is just the latest step in his efforts to remake his long-time platform in his own image. When Musk bought Twitter late last year, he Showed a vision Ahead of the Twitter acquisition, Musk told Twitter employees that the platform should be like China's WeChat, saying that users “basically live on the app” because “it's so easy to use and it helps them in their daily lives.” The idea of rebranding may date back to when Musk created the…
downward angle icon An icon in the shape of a downward facing corner. Shoppers carrying bags cross Fifth Avenue on Black Friday in New York City, November 27, 2009. David Goldman/Getty Economist David Rosenberg said spending-heavy consumers are starting to back away from “entertainment and gaming.” Discretionary spending is already weak in areas other than travel, according to Fed data. This is a problem for the economy because these so-called YOLO spenders have supported growth. The U.S. economy could weaken next year as so-called YOLO spenders (an abbreviation for “you only live once”) who once propped up the economy with…
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) are all around us. Toasttab reports that 37% of US adults consume fast food every day. According to IBIS World, the market size in 2022 has grown to more than 362 billion. His QSRs like Chipotle have seen their digital sales increase by more than 216% due in part to the pandemic. As the industry changes, business models will have to change as well, which creates interesting opportunities for investors. SAN FRANCISCO – FEBRUARY 9: A sign stands outside a McDonald's restaurant on February 9, 2009. … [+] San Francisco, California. Fast food chain restaurant McDonald's…
Statement from Hein Schumacher, CEO“Unilever’s performance in the first half highlights the qualities that attracted me to the business: an unmatched global footprint, a portfolio of great brands and a team of talented people.“My early immersion in the business has confirmed my belief in Unilever’s strong fundamentals. The task ahead is to leverage these core strengths – supported by our simplified operating model – to drive improved performance and competitiveness. This is our absolute priority and it will mean bringing greater focus and sharper execution, with science-backed innovations and investment behind our brands.“This opportunity to step up our performance and…
Editor's note: We earn commissions from Forbes Advisor partner links. Commissions do not influence editors' opinions or ratings. Collectibles can be anything that people value. collect— from stamps, coins, and cars to vintage Barbie dolls. Investing in collectibles is a great way to diversify your portfolio while owning something you love. Can collectibles provide the same returns as stocks, bonds, and other traditional investment classes? It depends. The value of collectibles is usually in the eye of the beholder, and like any investment, there is no guarantee that you will receive a return. What is a collectible? A collectible can…