You might think former first ladies live off government pensions—wrong. Hillary Clinton's net worth hit $120 million, a far cry from the $32 million estimate back in 2014. Here's the plot twist: most of it didn't come from being Secretary of State or a senator.
The Money Machine: Speeches &

Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) are special investors recognized by the U.S. SEC, such as insurance companies and pension funds, that manage assets of at least $100 million, allowing them to participate in private sale financing and other investment opportunities. Rule 144A provides QIBs with the convenience of quick trading, enhancing market Liquidity, and serves as a reference for ordinary investors. The level of activity of QIBs is closely related to market stability and reminds investors to seek a balance between risk and return.

Robert Kiyosaki reveals a mindset that debt can make one rich by leveraging it to acquire assets instead of liabilities. He highlights tax benefits from investment debt and suggests converting earnings into commodities to hedge against currency devaluation. This high-risk strategy requires expertise and offers insight into the wealthy's distinctive approach to debt.

Recently, Nike has been quite active - a new CEO has taken office, and Buffett's old friend Bill Ackman invested $275 million, which naturally became a hot topic. However, this does not mean it is the most worthwhile footwear stock to buy.
I am more optimistic about Crocs(CROX), and the reason is very straightforward:
Profit margin crush
- Nike's operating profit margin is 12%, unchanged for ten years.
- Since CEO Andrew Rees took over Crocs in 2017, it has steadily maintained over 25%, effectively doubling.
valuation is cheaper
- Nike's PE ratio is 23 times, which looks cheap but is just the market average level.
- Crocs' PE ratio is less than 11 times, truly outperforming the market.
Stock buyback efficiency is higher
Assuming that the profit margin remains the same, the cheap stock price of Crocs means that the management can buy back more shares with the same profit, and this difference will be very noticeable in the long run.
Hidden

Gold prices fluctuate mainly due to Fed policy and interest rates, economic data, supply and demand, inflation, dollar strength, ETF flows, and geopolitical events, with monetary influences driving most changes.

Bitcoin's value has surged to over $10,620, showing a 962% gain in five years. Despite recent dips, long-term trends point to increased legitimacy and growing institutional interest, suggesting potential for future growth.

Dominion Energy just closed a $3.5 billion deal selling its 50% stake in Cove Point LNG to Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The cash is earmarked for debt payoff, including a $2.3B term loan tied to the same asset.
On the surface, it looks like a simple portfolio cleanup. But dig deeper and you'll see a

Most investors chase quick gains. But what if your strategy could set up your grandkids—and theirs—for life? Here's the thing: generational wealth isn't built through day trading. It's built through boring, dominant companies that just keep printing money decade after decade.
Walmart: The Retail M

A recent Charles Schwab survey reveals millionaires are optimistic about markets but cautious due to policy uncertainty. Many plan to adjust portfolios while maintaining risk levels, focusing on spending for experiences over luxury items. They prioritize disciplined investment strategies amidst economic concerns.

Spread across Reddit and Twitter: Congress is stealing from Social Security. The theory goes—if lawmakers returned the "borrowed" funds plus interest, the program would be fine.
Here's the reality check:
The $2.678 trillion in Social Security reserves (as of March 2024) isn't sitting in a vault.

The AI infrastructure market is locked in a brutal capacity arms race, and Nebius (NBIS) is racing against the clock to avoid getting left behind.
The Bottleneck Problem
Here's the situation: Nebius is literally selling out of capacity faster than it can build it. Q3 demand was so strong that

Paul Singer, founder of Elliott Investment Management, is shorting Nvidia using put options while increasing his Bitcoin investments. He argues that AI is overhyped and faces a reality check, while Bitcoin serves as a hedge against global currency shifts. His macroeconomic view critiques current market risks and highlights the potential of Bitcoin amid de-dollarization.

In September, the U.S. added 119,000 jobs, exceeding expectations, while August saw a revision to a loss. This strong employment report suggests less urgency for Federal Reserve rate cuts, which may impact liquidity in crypto markets.