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Jury Burns McDonald’s Again – Hot Coffee Then, Hot Chicken NowPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, neutral atmosphere, photo by Joe Cornish: https://img.theapi.app/temp/5574eb69-dc38-42f3-aadd-6163ac8bd4a8.png
Jury Burns McDonald’s Again – Hot Coffee Then, Hot Chicken Now

Jury Burns McDonald’s Again – Hot Coffee Then, Hot Chicken Now; Movie by GWU Law Grad Explains Why Fast Food Giant Should Pay

Florida Jury Finds McDonald’s Legally Liable For Burning A Child

The Crypto Signal For The Precious Metals MarketPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Coal mine, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/25526de2-54da-40ae-ba56-1e25dead3e81.png
The Crypto Signal For The Precious Metals Market

What if bitcoin just topped? What does it change for the price of gold going forward, if anything?

Many years ago, people wanted to buy gold but didn’t really want to store it in their homes

Long Term Sickness At Record High: Weakness Creeps Into UK Jobs DataPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Gold mine, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/94faf2bd-99c1-4ea6-b55d-fdcab23c3865.png
Long Term Sickness At Record High: Weakness Creeps Into UK Jobs Data
  • The number of people who are inactive because of long term sickness rose to a record high.
  • The employment rate and vacancies fell very slightly in January-March. However, so did unemployment
What Is Supporting Current Market Valuations?
What Is Supporting Current Market Valuations?

The Broad Market Index was down 0.29% last week and 38% of stocks out-performed the index.

Many Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) financial statements appeared last week lifting our Otos

Washington Gov. Inslee Expands Working Families Tax Credit
Washington Gov. Inslee Expands Working Families Tax Credit

Washington state launched the new Working Families Tax Credit in February that is estimated to benefit about 400,000 families. Now, Gov. Jay Inslee has signed legislation to expand this tax credit

Shiller’s Book Title Does Not Have An Exclamation Point At The End
Shiller’s Book Title Does Not Have An Exclamation Point At The End

Irrational exuberance – it’s a bad thing. Shiller’s book title does not have an exclamation point at the end.

It’s a silly thing to say. Of course irrational exuberance is a bad thing. Who ever

Conflux and China Telecom debut first on-chain interaction with Blockchain SIM cardPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Conflux and China Telecom debut first on-chain interaction with Blockchain SIM card

Toronto, Canada, May 16th, 2023, Chainwire

Conflux Network, the first regulatory compliant public blockchain in China and global communications network, China Telecom, today unveiled its jointly

High-Risk Mullen Automotive Continues To Build MomentumPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Car rental company, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-Ew7cRec38UnlyYzs41FVEri5.png?st=2023-12-29T14%3A03%3A41Z&se=2023-12-29T16%3A03%3A41Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-12-29T15%3A03%3A25Z&ske=2023-12-30T15%3A03%3A25Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=vZPI3wL5I%2BC5Zknik6hYtwmYdTdsE1ct/DM1evRA8EI%3D
High-Risk Mullen Automotive Continues To Build Momentum

Key Points

  • Mullen Automotive remains compelling despite risks, dilution, and liquidity fears. 
  • A growing number of orders has the company approaching a critical mass. 
  • Production is
An Updraft Is Brewing For DraftKings
An Updraft Is Brewing For DraftKings

Key Points

  • DraftKings is one of Marketbeat’s most upgraded stocks. 
  • The company is outperforming and guiding higher. 
  • Growth is driven by customer count, hold, and retention. 
  • 5 stocks
PepsiCo Hits “Sweet Spot” For APAC Growth, Macros AgreePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Supermarket, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.theapi.app/temp/12c4d93c-5c0e-4e39-8e32-e47404ce9d79.png
PepsiCo Hits “Sweet Spot” For APAC Growth, Macros Agree

Key Points

  • Shares of PepsiCo are near all-time highs, outperforming competitors while still paying a hefty dividend yield. 
  • APAC CEO points to the company’s presence in the region being
Why Are So Many Insiders And Institutions Buying Up Regional Bank Stocks?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
Why Are So Many Insiders And Institutions Buying Up Regional Bank Stocks?

Purchases could indicate that fears about regional banks are overdone

Regional banks stocks are displaying some intriguing behavior in the last week. On one hand, the SPDR S&P Regional Banking

Are Your Children Your Retirement Plan?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Mental health care service, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/7ce3b930-5e2a-4215-b686-0ad0eb0b922a.png
Are Your Children Your Retirement Plan?

Raising a child, especially in the current US economy is an expensive affair. Thousands go into education, healthcare, and fulfilling basic day-to-day needs. Hence, a lot of times, couples don’t

Debt Ceiling Deadline May Occur Sooner Than LaterPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Debt Ceiling Deadline May Occur Sooner Than Later

In his podcast addressing the markets today, Louis Navellier offered the following commentary.

The mega cap technology stocks continue to lead the overall stock market and the seven largest

Wise Men Rush In Where Fools Fear To Tread: Reflections On The 2023 Berkshire Hathaway MeetingPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Reinsurance company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-bSRc7PrRT00tZTDNf9SggMTD.png?st=2023-05-06T18%3A48%3A49Z&se=2023-05-06T20%3A48%3A49Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A38%3A49Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A38%3A49Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=3seGuy7NQJX9RXUOWr6XArANokWXlKqwnEJxEHfdbSY%3D
Wise Men Rush In Where Fools Fear To Tread: Reflections On The 2023 Berkshire Hathaway Meeting

“If people weren’t wrong so often, we wouldn’t be so rich.”

Charlie Munger

The untutored human mind is relentlessly irrational.

And blithely indifferent to its own irrationality.

As my

Four Banking Stocks That Aren’t Getting Crushed Amid Financial Sector VolatilityPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
Four Banking Stocks That Aren’t Getting Crushed Amid Financial Sector Volatility

U.S. banks have been navigating a minefield of tumultuous conditions throughout much of the year, leading to a greater concern regarding the overall well-being of the American banking sector.

A Shift Back To Retail EarningsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Quarry, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-YQuR80w6IvxjemEoWYDXbEZo.png?st=2023-10-15T10%3A03%3A37Z&se=2023-10-15T12%3A03%3A37Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-10-14T14%3A03%3A01Z&ske=2023-10-15T14%3A03%3A01Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=/3q45HS%2B7KQiNIRh0W63diwmt7u%2BeQQMkMTkhvmYMtE%3D
A Shift Back To Retail Earnings

In his Daily Market Notes report to investors, Louis Navellier wrote:

Debt Ceiling Discussions Planned

Lots of Fed-speak, and debt ceiling discussions this morning.

Stocks were higher

Study Shows Which Investment Research Providers Are Gaining Market SharePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
Study Shows Which Investment Research Providers Are Gaining Market Share
  • JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley maintain the top two positions with Jefferies rising up to third place overall
  • Further shifts in the top 20 league table expected as a result of regulatory
Gold Can Hold Above $2,000 Amid Debt Ceiling DramaPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Gold Can Hold Above $2,000 Amid Debt Ceiling Drama

S&P 500 refused to decline below strong 4,115 support, and market breadth nuances together with crypto indicate that the buyers are to build on Friday‘s intraday reversal, and push through 4,136

Further S&P 500 Lackluster Performance Leading To DeteriorationPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Further S&P 500 Lackluster Performance Leading To Deterioration

S&P 500 fulfilled my overnight target of 4,149 at least, and had been having issues extending gains before the manufacturing data release. That figure grossly underperformed, and together with

NFTfi Launches Earn Season 1: Promoting Responsible NFT LendingPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
NFTfi Launches Earn Season 1: Promoting Responsible NFT Lending

Cape Town, South Africa, May 15th, 2023, Chainwire

NFTfi, a leading NFT lending platform, has launched the next phase of its loyalty program NFTfi Rewards. In Earn Season 1, users can get rewarded

LOVESNOOPY’ Token Lists on MEXC ExchangePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
LOVESNOOPY’ Token Lists on MEXC Exchange

Seattle, USA, May 15th, 2023, Chainwire

The recent surge of meme coins in the cryptocurrency market is nothing short of a phenomena, as meme coins have taken center stage in the world of

Forgivable Loans To Small Businesses: Applications Reopening
Forgivable Loans To Small Businesses: Applications Reopening

Most COVID-19 era stimulus benefits have ended, but some small businesses in Maine could still get forgivable loans. Maine will soon open up a second application period for the Thrive Maine

Activists Will Present Proposals To CVS, Home Depot, Yum, And Charles SchwabPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Gold mine, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/94faf2bd-99c1-4ea6-b55d-fdcab23c3865.png
Activists Will Present Proposals To CVS, Home Depot, Yum, And Charles Schwab

Washington, D.C. – Shareholder activists with the National Center for Public Policy Research’s Free Enterprise Project (FEP) will present proposals at four shareholder meetings this week – CVS

British American Tobacco Appoints New CEOPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Bank, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.theapi.app/temp/3aa597ca-f944-4a9b-bf8d-3071f3b5a5c9.png
British American Tobacco Appoints New CEO

British American Tobacco’s (LON:BATS) CEO, Jack Bowles, is stepping down from the Board to be replaced immediately by Group Finance Director, Tadeu Marroco.

The release highlighted some of Mr

The US Debt Ceiling Crisis Is Ultimate Gift For ChinaPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
The US Debt Ceiling Crisis Is Ultimate Gift For China

The US failing to raise the debt ceiling and defaulting on its financial obligations would be the “ultimate gift” for China, affirms the CEO and founder of deVere Group, one of the world’s largest