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Attention Investors: Betting Against the U.S. Is a Losing Strategy
The classic advice to diversify across international markets is getting harder to justify.Business - Inc. - 7 hours ago -
Oklahoma's throwback offensive approach against Alabama gets LSU's attention
Oklahoma appears to have borrowed from the past to cure its recent offensive illsSports - ABC News - 20 hours ago -
North Korea ICBM Test Seeks to Grab U.S. Attention on Eve of Vote
Kim Jong Un said a long-range missile launch sends a message to rivals ahead of a U.S. election that could reshape Washington’s policy toward Pyongyang.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
MicroStrategy’s Saylor on the strategy to load up on bitcoin and how investors should value it
A recent interview helps explain what MicroStrategy is doing with its strategy to issue securities to buy bitcoin.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
South Korea’s 4B Movement Is a Losing Strategy for American Women
The philosophy is shortsighted and insufficient for our times.Top stories - The New York Times - November 10 -
Netanyahu bets war strategy on ‘bulldozer’ Katz as Israel waits for Trump
Appointment of less-experienced defence minister will leave prime minister unencumbered as White House lurches rightWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory
Markets move after poll shows unexpected groundswell of support for Kamala Harris ahead of Tuesday’s electionBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
The U.S. has a new strategy for combating foreign election interference, but will it work?
Last week, a video popped up on social media falsely claiming to show someone ripping up ballots in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.Politics - NBC News - November 1 -
OpenAI to present plans for U.S. AI strategy and an alliance to compete with China
OpenAI's official blueprint for U.S. AI infrastructure involves AI economic zones and government projects funded by private investors, according to a document.Business - CNBC - November 13 -
The U.S. Air Force Strategy That Flexport Uses to Move Billions in Merchandise
Ryan Petersen’s Flexport technology moved $32 billion worth of merchandise in 2023 alone.Business - Inc. - November 13 -
Low-volatility ETFs lose favour as investors jump to buffered peers
Despite poor returns in recent years, analysts say people could be missing out on their long-term investment potentialWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Rams' McVay 'wouldn't bet against' Nacua playing
Rams head coach Sean McVay says he "wouldn't bet against" receiver Puka Nacua (knee) playing against the Seahawks on Sunday.Sports - ESPN - November 1 -
Investors step up bets that US election will trigger market volatility
Jitters sweep through bond and currency markets before presidential voteWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Ukraine’s bonds jump as investors bet Trump will end war
Rally in dollar debt is unlikely ‘Trump trade’ and comes just months after huge restructuringWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep
Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer diesWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
Palantir becomes a ‘Trump trade’ as investors bet on higher defence spending
Peter Thiel-founded data company, whose biggest client is the US government, rises $23bn in value since electionWorld - Financial Times - November 20 -
German bond investors bet on an end to Berlin’s ‘debt brake’
A key indicator has fallen below zero for the first time as market braces for higher German borrowingWorld - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
What it's like to fight (and lose) against UFC star Jon Jones
Ahead of his final fight, Jones' former opponents reveal what makes the UFC star so dominant.Sports - ESPN - November 13 -
Cryptocurrencies rise as investors brace for election results, bitcoin briefly tops $70,000
Cryptocurrencies were higher as investors looked forward to results from the U.S. presidential election.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
10-year Treasury yield slips as investors weigh state of U.S. economy
Investors weighed mixed economic data and assessed the state of the economy.Business - CNBC - 4 days ago -
Why Jake Paul is facing a lose/lose scenario against a legend of the sport in Mike Tyson
Almost every possible outcome on Friday night would appear to hurt Paul's reputation as a boxerSports - CBS Sports - November 14 -
Former All-Star Garvey loses U.S. Senate race
Republican former baseball star Steve Garvey was defeated by Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff on Tuesday in the race for the California U.S. Senate seat long held by the late Dianne Feinstein.Sports - ESPN - November 6 -
Scott Bessent’s fund made biggest returns with bet against Fed
Donald Trump’s Treasury secretary pick shorted vulnerable assets in 2022 to capitalise on post-pandemic inflationBusiness - Financial Times - 6 hours ago -
Don’t take the betting market odds on Tuesday’s U.S. election too seriously
This year’s U.S. presidential election has suddenly made betting on politics a topic of mainstream conversation.Business - MarketWatch - November 4 -
Investors betting on Treasurys like it’s the 2016 election all over again could be making a big mistake
The market backdrop for this presidential election isn’t remotely like 2016, says Jamie Patton, co-head of global rates at TCWBusiness - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Economists warn Trump’s policies will trigger inflation
US president-elect won on claims he could rid of high prices yet many analysts think he will do the oppositeWorld - Financial Times - November 6 -
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China Courts U.S. Allies as Defense Against Trump's Protectionism
Fearing a U.S. tariff barrage, Beijing hopes to use “proactive” tariff cuts and investment offers to peel away American partners in Europe and Asia.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 10 -
What Are ATACMS Missiles? The U.S. Weapons That Ukraine Fired Into Russia
In a major policy shift, the Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use the ballistic missiles within Russia.World - The New York Times - November 19 -
U.S. Casts Sole Vote Against Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution
The U.S. veto at the U.N. came as the Biden administration’s envoy in Lebanon reported “additional progress” on cease-fire talks in the war between Israel and Hezbollah.World - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
The last time inflation was projected to get worse, this investment was popular. Why it’s ‘unloved’ now.
A Treasury auction on Thursday pointed to lackluster demand for inflation-protected securities ahead of Trump’s second term.Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
Saudi oil and betting firms? Women’s football must not lose its moral compass | Suzanne Wrack
Investment is needed to maintain growth but recent deals go against the values women’s game has worked hard on. Women’s football, the business, is on the rise. There will be ups and downs, ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
Manchester City lose against Bournemouth as early-game struggles finally catch up with Pep Guardiola's team
After a string of Premier League comebacks, a two-goal deficit at Bournemouth was too much despite late pressureSports - CBS Sports - November 2 -
Mike Tyson grateful for experience in losing effort against Jake Paul after he 'almost died' in June
Tyson said his medical issue that forced the fight to be delayed required eight blood transfusionsSports - CBS Sports - November 17 -
Steelers looking to end this ugly 44-year Thursday night losing streak in Week 12 against Browns
Thursday nights haven't been kind to the SteelersSports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago -
New Rule Blocks U.S. Investors From Helping China Develop Advanced Military Tech
A rare point of bipartisan agreement backs a Treasury Department regulation to curb and track American investments in AI and technology that could boost a major U.S. rival.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
What top financial advisors are telling investors about the market impact of the U.S. presidential election
Many investors worry the election may shake up their investments. Top financial advisors say it's best to take a long-term view on Election Day and beyond.Business - CNBC - November 5