Cannabis stock valuations and investments hobbled by regulatory uncertainties, experts say

A reality check around regulatory challenges facing the cannabis sector has taken hold among some of the leading financiers in the industry, as optimism around the promise of a legal market has faded.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Florida Rejects Recreational Marijuana as Cannabis Stocks Plunge

A ballot measure to legalize recreational pot failed to reach the required 60 percent threshold for passage, and publicly listed companies’ shares dropped after a major market was closed to them.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Bank stocks soar as Trump victory expected to lead to looser regulatory backdrop

Banks have been pushing all year to loosen capital requirements and are also expected to benefit from potential tax cuts.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Mubadala and KKR among groups that have held talks with UK data firm 9fin

Investment valuing market information provider at about $500mn would be the sector’s latest high-profile deal

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Cannabis stocks crater as Florida fails to garner needed votes for adult use

North Dakota and South Dakota also failed in their efforts to legalize cannabis for recreational use, while a medical measure passed in Nebraska.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

This Texas city has the lowest cost of living in the U.S.: There is 'investment in the area keeps home prices low,' expert says

Realtor.com ranked the cities with the lowest cost of living by examining regional price parities data by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Business - CNBC - October 27

Palantir’s stock racks up new bearish call on its ‘unsustainable’ valuation

A Jefferies analyst thinks Palantir’s large base of retail-investor support “is a double-edged sword.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

11 bank stocks trading at low valuations, even after Trump bump

Bank stocks have had quite a run following Donald Trump’s election to a second term as president. But investors need to ask themselves whether or not some of stocks are trading too high.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Jeff Bezos and OpenAI invest in robot startup Physical Intelligence at $2.4 billion valuation

Amazon's Jeff Bezos and OpenAI invested in Physical Intelligence, a robot startup that raised $400 million at a $2.4 billion post-money valuation.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Green Thumb Industries looks past ‘tricky time’ for cannabis stocks as the company notches another profit

Green Thumb’s Ben Kovler says the big drop in canna stocks this week isn’t causing the Chicago-based company to change course.

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Fed’s Logan says ‘strong and stable’ U.S. economy still faces ‘meaningful uncertainties’

The chief of the Dallas Federal Reserve said the economy is “strong and stable,” but the central bank needs to be watchful for a rebound in inflation as it gradually lowers U.S. interest rates.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Should you sell your gold investment as the economy improves? Experts weigh in

Investors may want to consider selling gold to pursue faster growth opportunities or keeping it as a safety net.

With gold's price high should beginners still invest? Experts weigh in

For some investors, it may still be smart to buy gold right now, even with the price still high. Here's why.

Tech is the star Friday, and why we'd be buyers of the dip on CrowdStrike

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Business - CNBC - October 25

We're following one of our core investing rules by selling this industrial stock

As we've talked about the past few days, we want to capitalize on the recent market strength to lighten up on stocks we deem lesser quality.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Japan's ruling coalition loses a majority in the lower house, creating political uncertainty

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling coalition has lost a majority in the 465-seat lower house in a key parliamentary election Sunday

World - ABC News - October 27

UK Treasury chief Rachel Reeves unveils budget with 40 billion pounds in tax hikes, says she'll “invest, invest, invest”

World - ABC News - October 30

Is the 'vibecession' here to stay? Here's what experts say

Election exit polls continued to show signs of a "vibecession" among voters. The vibes might continue to be "off" in the future, experts say.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Unequal school funding hobbles the American dream

The next administration must act on disparities in education resources and teaching quality that choke social mobility

World - Financial Times - October 17

Hobbled Dart leads Kiffin's Rebels past Bulldogs

Quarterback Jaxson Dart completed 13 of 22 passes for 199 yards, adding 50 more on the ground, as No. 16 Ole Miss shut down No. 2 Georgia for a 28-10 victory that pushed the Rebels to 8-2 on the ...

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

Lithium Americas Says GM Boosts Investment in Lithium Project

Canada’s Lithium Americas said General Motors will boost investment in the miner’s Thacker Pass project, which produces the critical ingredient for electric-vehicle batteries.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

Microsoft CFO says OpenAI investment will cut into profit this quarter

Microsoft has invested over $13 billion in OpenAI, a bet that's weighing on the company's profitability.

Business - CNBC - October 31

AMC touts theater investment plan but faces balancing act, Wedbush says

AMC Entertainment is planning to reinvest up to $1.5 billion in its theaters but faces a balancing act amid debt repayments, according to analyst firm Wedbush.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Trump victory raises risk of investing in offshore wind projects, says RWE

German energy firm shaves €3bn from spending plans for next financial year to €7bn. A German energy firm has said that Donald Trump’s election victory has increased the risks of investing in ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

We're bending our investment rules and starting positions in 2 of our Bullpen stocks

Financial and cybersecurity companies are getting the call up.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Why investing in the market’s dogs can pay off more than today’s hot stock

How a contrarian bet vs. a sure thing can make you more money.

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Should I wait until after the presidential election before investing $300,000 in stocks? I’m a 66-year-old retiree.

“I have most of my expenses covered.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 4

Carl Icahn’s investment arm’s stock slides after company again halves dividend

Icahn Enterprises LP’s stock fell 7% early Friday, after a report that Carl Icahn’s investing arm is planning to cut its dividend to help raise the funds to expand his stake in portfolio company ...

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Footballer denies plot to smuggle £600k cannabis

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas and two women are told they will stand trial in May during a court hearing.

List: Which states have cannabis on the ballot in November?

Nearly half the country has already legalized medical cannabis, recreational marijuana, or both as of 2024.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

It’s not just election betting: Why one expert thinks prediction markets will become bigger than stocks

Event contracts give markets a way to price in an uncertain future, says Interactive Brokers founder Thomas Peterffy.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 hours ago

Constellation Navigates Regulatory Setback in Quest for Data Centers at Power Plants

As AI’s incredible power needs grow, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s rejection of a bid to boost an Amazon data center’s capacity may have far-reaching implications.

Business - Inc. - November 5

Capri and Tapestry abandon plans to merge, citing regulatory hurdles

The parent companies behind Coach and Michael Kors saw their proposed merger blocked by the Federal Trade Commission.

Business - CNBC - 1 hour ago

‘I’ve no interest in investing more money in the stock market’: I’m debt-free, retired and ignoring the ‘Trump bump.’ What should I do with $400,000?

“I already have $1.5 million in the stock market.”

Business - MarketWatch - 22 hours ago

Should you open a short-term CD now? What experts say

Short-term CDs still have high interest rates. But are they worth opening now? Here's what some experts think.

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