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Amid growing concerns about the financial burden of developing new AI models, Bret Taylor, chairman of OpenAI, has issued a cautionary note to AI entrepreneurs.
Taylor, who has a background with tech giants like Google and Facebook, highlighted the substantial costs involved in training new AI models.
What Happened: During a recent episode of the Minus One podcast, Taylor advised against the creation of new AI models due to their financial demands.
He suggested that only major industry players such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, or Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) have the resources to undertake such projects.
Taylor emphasized that the high costs act as a barrier, preventing the emergence of an &#8220;indie data center market.&#8221;
Instead, Taylor recommended that AI entrepreneurs focus on building services and use-cases, collaborating with established AI companies.
This approach could benefit giants like OpenAI, which offers &#8220;tokens&#8221; for API access, allowing developers to integrate AI into their applications. He also suggested exploring opportunities in the &#8220;AI tools market&#8221; or creating &#8220;applied AI companies,&#8221; similar to SaaS applications from 2010.
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Taylor warned that developing AI models from scratch could quickly &#8220;destroy your capital,&#8221; as they are &#8220;fast-depreciating assets&#8221; requiring significant investment.
Why It Matters: OpenAI&#8217;s<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46538119/openai-is-spending-billions-to-stay-ahead-in-ai-but-jpmorgan-warns-this-vibe-spending-could-push-investors-to-their-limit"> aggressive spending on talent</a> and R&amp;D has raised concerns among investors, with JPMorgan analysts warning that such &#8220;vibe spending&#8221; could push investors to their limit.
Despite these concerns, OpenAI continues to push forward with ambitious projects, such as its partnership with Oracle to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46570838/elon-musk-6-months-ago-said-softbank-doesnt-have-the-money-to-power-500-billion-stargate-project-now-openai-says-5gw-with-oracle-will-exceed-the-initial-commitment-made-wit"> expand Stargate data center capacity</a> by 4.5 gigawatts, aiming to bolster U.S. AI leadership.
Meanwhile, OpenAI&#8217;s recent achievements, like its AI model solving problems at the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46511716/openais-new-ai-model-solves-5-out-of-6-problems-on-the-worlds-toughest-math-olympiad-but-critics-say-it-stole-the-spotlight-from-student-geniuses">International Mathematical Olympiad</a>, have drawn criticism for overshadowing human competitors.
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Tech

OpenAI Chairman Says Only Tech Giants Can Afford New AI Models—Startups Should Focus On Applications

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) has officially named Shengjia Zhao, a former OpenAI researcher, as Chief Scientist of its newly formed Superintelligence Labs.
What Happened: On Friday, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Zhao's appointment on Threads, highlighting his central role in building the company's new frontier AI unit.
"I'm excited to share that Shengjia Zhao will be the Chief Scientist of Meta Superintelligence Labs," Zuckerberg said in a memo he shared.
"Shengjia co-founded the new lab and has been our lead scientist from day one. Now that our recruiting is going well and our team is coming together, we have decided to formalize his leadership role."
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Zhao previously contributed to some of OpenAI's most significant breakthroughs, including ChatGPT, GPT-4 and the "o1" reasoning model.
At Meta Superintelligence Labs, Zhao will work under the leadership of Alexandr Wang, former CEO of Scale AI, who was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46019178/why-metas-superintelligence-project-lead-alexandr-wang-says-it-is-a-strange-time-to-be-a-scientist">brought in to head the lab</a>.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">We are excited to announce that <a href="https://twitter.com/shengjia_zhao?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shengjia_zhao</a> will be the Chief Scientist of Meta Superintelligence Labs! Shengjia is a brilliant scientist who most recently pioneered a new scaling paradigm in his research. He will lead our scientific direction for our team. Let&#39;s go &#x1f680; <a href="https://t.co/D93KQWIvFl">pic.twitter.com/D93KQWIvFl</a>
&mdash; Alexandr Wang (@alexandr_wang) <a href="https://twitter.com/alexandr_wang/status/1948834974205182454?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It's Important: Meta has been ramping up infrastructure support for MSL, with Zhao and his team set to gain access by 2026 to Prometheus, a 1-gigawatt cloud computing cluster located in Ohio, <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/25/meta-names-shengjia-zhao-as-chief-scientist-of-ai-superintelligence-unit/">reported</a> TechCrunch.
With Zhao joining the team, Meta now has two top AI scientists, including Yann LeCun, who heads the company's FAIR lab.
FAIR, unlike MSL, is dedicated to long-term AI research, exploring methods that could come into play over the next five to ten years. However, it remains unclear how Meta plans to coordinate its three AI divisions, the report said.
Price Action: Meta shares declined by 0.30% on Friday but edged up 0.16% in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings indicate that META continues to trend upward across short-, medium-, and long-term periods. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound'">More detailed performance data can be found here</a>.
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News

Mark Zuckerberg Names OpenAI Veteran Shengjia Zhao As Chief Scientist Of Meta Superintelligence Labs

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has confirmed a substantial reduction in its workforce.
What Happened: According to the Reuters report, a NASA spokesperson revealed on Friday that approximately 20% of the agency&#8217;s employees are expected to leave soon. This equates to around 3,870 individuals, although the exact number could change in the coming days. 
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The remaining workforce will consist of roughly 14,000 employees.
Why It Matters: This move by NASA follows a series of significant workforce changes in the U.S. government. Earlier in July, the Trump administration <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46380710/trump-administration-lays-off-over-1350-state-department-employees-after-getting-supreme-court-go-ahead">laid off over 1,350 employees</a> from the State Department as part of a broader restructuring initiative under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
These layoffs, which affected both civil service and foreign service officers, sparked criticism amid the ongoing international crises.
Just two days before the State Department layoffs, the U.S. Supreme Court removed a key legal barrier to President Donald Trump&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46313304/trumps-federal-job-cuts-gets-supreme-court-go-ahead-doge-outpaces-big-tech-in-layoffs-across-us-bureaucracy">mass federal workforce reduction plans</a>. This ruling potentially impacted tens of thousands of government employees and reshaped bureaucratic operations across various market sectors.
These developments, along with NASA&#8217;s recent announcement, underscore a broader trend of significant workforce changes within the U.S. government, potentially impacting the country&#8217;s ability to address global challenges.
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SPACE

NASA Confirms Major Workforce Reduction: 1 in 5 Employees Expected To Leave

The stock trade made by the wife of Rep. Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) has sparked concerns about insider information. The House Ethics Committee, however, did not find enough evidence to prove that Kelly violated insider-trading laws.
What Happened: The House Ethics Committee released a report on Friday, which expressed &#8220;serious concerns&#8221; about stock purchases made by Kelly&#8217;s wife in 2020, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/stock-trade-by-lawmakers-wife-fuels-insider-information-concerns-46a7645c">reported</a> The Wall Street Journal.
The report found that Kelly had breached the House&#8217;s code of conduct by not being forthcoming during the investigation into his wife&#8217;s stock purchase. The report&#8217;s public release is intended to serve as a reprimand for his actions.
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The stock in question was purchased by Victoria Kelly a day after a significant tariff decision. The company, Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>), operated a local steel plant that was at risk of closure. The report did not establish any violations of insider-trading laws by Kelly.
Why It Matters: The Office of Congressional Ethics deemed Victoria Kelly's stock purchase "uncharacteristic." The immediate occurrence after Rep. Kelly's office learned of favorable federal actions for Cleveland-Cliffs, suggesting potential use of nonpublic information.
The case marks a definitive instance where a formal ethics review was initiated due to a lawmaker&#8217;s spouse engaging in stock trading connected to her husband&#8217;s official duties.
Price Action: CLF stock closed up at 4.86% at $11.44 during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CLF">regular trading hours</a> on July 25.
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Politics

Insider Trading Concerns Swirl Around Rep. Mike Kelly After Wife's 'Uncharacteristic' Stock Buy

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) on Friday said that it has received multiple shareholder proposals concerning the company's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46386582/elon-musk-wants-tesla-to-invest-in-xai-but-its-up-to-shareholders-this-analyst-says-grok-is-worth-the-bet">potential investment</a> in Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup, xAI.
What Happened: In a statement shared on X, Tesla acknowledged growing shareholder interest in the proposed investment in Grok's parent company.
"Thanks for your engagement in this shareholder proposal process! We have received a number of shareholder proposals on xAI," the company said.
Citing U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rules, Tesla stated that it will "include one properly submitted proposal on each topic" in its annual proxy statement.
"We would invite the shareholder who made the first proper submission on the topic to attend our shareholder meeting in person," the company added.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Thanks for your engagement in this shareholder proposal process! We have received a number of shareholder proposals on xAI. Consistent with SEC rules, our proxy statement would include one properly submitted proposal on each topic, and we would invite the shareholder who made…
&mdash; Tesla (@Tesla) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tesla/status/1948852643754807696?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It's Important: Tesla&#8217;s annual shareholder meeting is scheduled for Nov. 6, and the deadline for submitting proposals is July 31. Those interested in attending were advised to look out for Tesla's proxy for more details.
Musk previously ruled out a merger between Tesla and xAI but said a shareholder vote on a potential investment is being planned.
&#8220;It&#8217;s not up to me. If it was up to me, Tesla would have invested in xAI long ago. We will have a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46435076/gary-black-says-shareholder-vote-the-fairest-way-to-decide-on-tesla-xai-merger-questions-elon-musks-plans-to-sell-xai-likely-to-grow">shareholder vote</a> on the matter,&#8221; he stated in a statement earlier this month.
The xAI-related proposals arrive amid heightened scrutiny of Musk's cross-company dealings and AI ambitions. Earlier this year, xAI raised $10 billion in combined debt and equity financing and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44549314/elon-musk-acquires-his-own-social-media-platform-x-through-xai-in-33-billion-deal-says-combined-entity-now-worth-80-billion">acquired social media platform</a> X to bolster its chatbot Grok.
Price Action: Tesla shares have declined 21.74% so far this year, but over the past 12 months, the stock has gained 43.50%. On Friday, the stock rose 3.52% during regular trading and ticked up another 0.52% in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings show that while TSLA is experiencing short-term downward pressure, it maintains positive momentum over the medium and long term. The stock boasts a strong growth score, although its value rating remains on the lower side. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Additional performance insights are available here</a>.
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TSLA

Elon Musk's Tesla To Include Shareholder Proposal On xAI Investment In Proxy After Receiving Multiple Requests

Warren Buffett has issued a stark warning about potential Social Security cuts. The billionaire investor emphasized the importance of maintaining current benefit levels, as millions of retirees depend heavily on these payments.
What Happened: Buffett&#8217;s comments come amid growing concerns about the financial stability of Social Security. The program&#8217;s Old-Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund is projected to deplete by 2033, which could lead to a 23% reduction in benefits for seniors, according to a report <a href="https://www.thestreet.com/retirement/warren-buffett-sends-blunt-message-on-social-security-">by</a> The Street.
This potential cut is alarming, given that many retirees already struggle to meet their financial needs with existing benefits.
During the 2005 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, Buffett stated, &#8220;I basically believe that anything that would take Social Security payments below their present guaranteed level is a mistake.&#8221; This sentiment resonates even more today as the threat of benefit reductions looms closer.
Lawmakers have options to avert these cuts, such as adjusting employee wage taxes and altering benefit claim rules. However, time is running out, and immediate action is necessary to prevent a widespread crisis among seniors who rely on Social Security for their livelihood.
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Why It Matters: The urgency of Warren Buffett&#8217;s warning is underscored by his broader philosophy on success and wealth.
In a recent discussion with students at Georgia Tech, Buffett highlighted that true success is measured not by wealth, but by the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/entrepreneurship/25/07/46510607/forget-wealth-warren-buffett-says-this-word-is-the-true-measure-of-success">love and respect one garners</a> from others. This perspective, shared in his biography &#8220;The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life,&#8221; suggests that financial security, like that provided by Social Security, is crucial for a dignified life.
Buffett&#8217;s views on wealth and success have been consistent over the years. At the 1999 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, he expressed a willingness to trade his net worth for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/07/46327199/billionaire-warren-buffett-was-asked-which-is-better-being-rich-or-being-wealthy-he-said-hed-gladly-trade-net-worth-for-extra-years-on-earth">more time on earth</a>, emphasizing the value of life over financial gain. This aligns with his current stance on Social Security, where he advocates for protecting the financial well-being of retirees.
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Personal Finance

Warren Buffett Issues Urgent Warning On Looming Social Security Cuts

The Future Fund LLC&#8217;s managing director Gary Black expressed skepticism on Monday regarding the excitement surrounding Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)&#8217;s second supervised robotaxi test in San Francisco.
Check out the current price of<a href="https://benzinga.com/quote/tsla"> TSLA stock here</a>.
What Happened: Black pointed out that until the safety driver is removed, Tesla&#8217;s Full Self-Driving (FSD) cannot be considered fully autonomous and thus cannot be scaled nationally.
He compared this to Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), which is trading near its all-time high, noting that Uber is the biggest beneficiary as the industry moves towards autonomy.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Not sure why launching a second supervised robotaxi test in San Francisco excites <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24TSLA&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$TSLA</a> investors. Until the safety driver comes out, TSLA FSD is not fully autonomous so can't be scaled nationally. Meanwhile UBER continues to trade just off its all-time high (YTD <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24UBER&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$UBER</a> +50%,… <a href="https://t.co/hLZqdgPCdn">pic.twitter.com/hLZqdgPCdn</a>
&mdash; Gary Black (@garyblack00) <a href="https://twitter.com/garyblack00/status/1948809119672000654?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Black&#8217;s comments come as Tesla plans to launch its robotaxi service in the San Francisco Bay Area, according to a memo seen<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-robotaxi-bay-area-launch-san-francisco-memo-2025-7"> by</a> Business Insider. The service, which could start as soon as Friday, will operate with safety drivers who can control the vehicle.
The geofenced area for the service includes Marin, the East Bay, San Francisco, and extends to San Jose.
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On the same day, Tesla&#8217;s shares rose nearly 4% following reports of the impending launch of its robotaxi. The service will initially be available to a select group of invited Tesla owners who will pay for rides within the designated area.
Why It Matters: Black&#8217;s remarks highlight the ongoing debate about the readiness and scalability of autonomous driving technology.
Despite Tesla&#8217;s ambitious plans, Black emphasizes the limitations of the current supervised tests. This skepticism is underscored by Tesla&#8217;s recent stock performance, which has seen a 22% decline year-to-date, in contrast to Uber&#8217;s 51% rise.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has previously stated that a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46626447/elon-musk-says-20-trillion-valuation-possible-for-tesla-even-as-second-quarter-earnings-show-sales-revenue-decline-extreme-execution-is-needed"> $20 trillion valuation</a> for the company is possible, despite<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/25/07/46594863/elon-musks-tesla-loses-ground-in-europe-sales-down-23-even-as-ev-market-grows"> recent declines in sales</a> and revenue. However, Black&#8217;s comments suggest that achieving such a valuation would require significant advancements in autonomous technology.
The launch of the robotaxi service in San Francisco is a critical step for Tesla as it seeks to expand its autonomous offerings. However, the presence of safety drivers indicates that fully autonomous operations are still a work in progress.
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Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings show that while TSLA is experiencing short-term downward pressure, it maintains positive momentum over the medium and long term. The stock boasts a strong growth score, although its value rating remains on the lower side. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Additional performance insights are available here</a>.
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Gary Black Questions Tesla Robotaxi Hype Ahead Of Bay Area Launch: 'FSD Is Not Fully Autonomous So Can't Be Scaled Nationally'

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Danaher (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.09% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.78%. Currently, Danaher has a market capitalization of $147.13 billion. 
Buying $100 In DHR: If an investor had bought $100 of DHR stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $336.44 today based on a price of $205.48 for DHR at the time of writing.
<h3>Danaher's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753487114_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Trading Ideas

$100 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 31.32% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 43.56%. Currently, Tesla has a market capitalization of $1.02 trillion. 
Buying $100 In TSLA: If an investor had bought $100 of TSLA stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $23,775.83 today based on a price of $317.05 for TSLA at the time of writing.
<h3>Tesla's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753486216_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Tesla 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

It's a solid job. The benefits are great. The pay is decent. But for one <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/jobs/s/qHGRRoB2Wd">24-year-old garbage collector</a>, the hardest part of the work has nothing to do with lifting trash bins. It's answering the question, "What do you do for a living?"
In a now-viral Reddit post, the young man opened up about an unexpected emotional weight he's been carrying since becoming a full-time sanitation worker two years ago. "Should I be embarrassed about being a 24-year-old garbageman?" he asked.
The post exploded with nearly 40,000 upvotes and thousands of comments — many from strangers who assured him the shame he feels isn't his to hold.
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The original poster explained that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/07/46310118/gen-z-is-skipping-college-for-6-figure-trade-jobs-like-welding-and-plumbing-but-these-careers-now-have-the-highest-unemployment-rate">college was never in the cards</a>. Instead, he went to truck driving school, earned his commercial driver's license, and found a job collecting waste. At $24 an hour with benefits and job security, he says it's a role he could see himself in long-term — but there's still a nagging sense of inadequacy. "Whenever someone asks me what I do for work, I feel embarrassed," he wrote.
Commenters quickly pushed back. "You shouldn't be ashamed of having an honest job," one person wrote. Another called sanitation workers "rock stars," pointing out how they help prevent the spread of disease and keep entire communities functioning.
Some even challenged the job title itself: "You're not a garbage man," one wrote. "You're a sanitation engineer. You help keep cities alive."
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According to the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes537081.htm">Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>, garbage collectors earn a median annual salary of roughly $46,000, with experienced workers in cities making closer to $60,000 or more. That's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/45929823/the-salary-a-single-person-needs-to-live-comfortably-now-outweighs-median-annual-wages-in-all-50-states">not far off from the national average household income</a> — and the job comes with union protections and pensions in many places.
Others pointed out how rare it is to have any job at 24 that offers benefits, PTO, and a clear path forward. "There are a lot of 24-year-old losers who aren't doing anything with themselves," one comment read. "You aren't one of them. Hold your head up."
And just like that, the original poster said his perspective began to shift. "After reading a lot of comments, I'm definitely going to look at my career differently," he wrote in an edit. "You guys are right — picking up trash is pretty important."
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Embarrassment doesn't always come from what we do. It often comes from how society treats certain jobs. But those same jobs — garbage collection, custodial work, delivery — often provide the backbone that keeps everything else going.
So no, there's no reason to be embarrassed. The real embarrassment would be letting someone else's opinion make you doubt your value.
And if you're still not convinced, ask anyone who's lived through a garbage strike just how "unimportant" sanitation workers really are.
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24-Year-Old Skipped College to Be a Garbage Man — Says 'It's a Solid Job' But Still Feels Shame. Now He's Asking, 'Should I Be Embarrassed?'

RTX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.11% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.79%. Currently, RTX has a market capitalization of $210.70 billion. 
Buying $1000 In RTX: If an investor had bought $1000 of RTX stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,568.01 today based on a price of $157.41 for RTX at the time of writing.
<h3>RTX's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753484417_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In RTX 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Reinsurance Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGA#NYSE">RGA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 3.25% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.93%. Currently, Reinsurance Gr has a market capitalization of $12.99 billion. 
Buying $1000 In RGA: If an investor had bought $1000 of RGA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,303.95 today based on a price of $196.55 for RGA at the time of writing.
<h3>Reinsurance Gr's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753483521_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Reinsurance Gr 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

A longtime nurse approaching retirement recently posted on Reddit that he felt &#8220;defeated and cooked&#8221; after discovering a coworker had $460,000 more saved in their 401(k).
He shared his financial situation on the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/retirement/comments/1lzq0dr/woefully_underprepared_at_age_59/">r/retirement</a> subreddit, noting that he and his wife have about $240,000 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45585378/do-you-have-an-upper-class-nest-egg-heres-what-the-top-20-have-saved-for-retirement-hint-its-less-than-youd-think">saved for retirement</a>, plus an anticipated $1,100 monthly pension, Social Security benefits between $1,800 and $2,300, and roughly $200,000 to $300,000 in other savings. &#8220;I absolutely can't grind out eight more years working full-time,&#8221; he said.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dissapointment</h2>
&#8220;I was feeling OK about my plan,&#8221; he wrote, &#8220;until talking with a coworker in the same salary range who has managed to save about $700,000 in his 401(k).&#8221;
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Many redditors urged the nurse to stop comparing himself to others. &#8220;Comparison is the thief of joy,&#8221; one commenter said. Another added, &#8220;You were fine until you found out someone else has more? You&#8217;re 59, not 9. Way past time to stop playing that childish game.&#8221;
Several pointed out that his pension is a valuable asset often overlooked. &#8220;That pension is huge,&#8221; one person said. &#8220;It may not sound like a lot, but you would need about $400,000 in savings to be able to withdraw $1,100 per month.&#8221;
Others focused on his emotional exhaustion. The nurse explained he could not imagine working full-time for another eight years, prompting many to suggest transitioning into a less physically demanding role like remote case management or a teaching role.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Most Americans Fall Short Of Retirement Goals</h2>
While <a href="https://www.fidelity.com/viewpoints/retirement/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire">Fidelity</a> recommends that Americans have eight times their salary saved by age 60, the reality for most people falls short. So while the nurse may not be hitting expert targets, he&#8217;s still <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/07/46266572/heres-how-much-you-should-have-saved-for-retirement-by-40-50-or-60-are-you-ahead-of-the-curve-or-falling-behind">ahead of the typical American</a>.
Many commenters emphasized that retirement readiness comes down to spending, not just savings. &#8220;Your expenses drive how long you have to work,&#8221; one said. &#8220;What are your expected retirement expenses per month including health insurance? Know that and you can figure out how long you need to work.&#8221;
Some shared their own modest setups. One retired couple said they live well off a $2,900 pension, $1,100 Social Security check, and $200,000 in cash. Their monthly expenses total just $2,200, largely due to living in a low-cost area and owning a small home.
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Another recurring tip: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/07/46263095/my-bodys-getting-achier-every-day-disabled-veteran-with-7500-monthly-income-and-no-savings-should-he-retire-or-wait-3-more-years">test-drive their retirement</a> budget now. That means they should try living on what they&#8217;d expect to bring in each month during retirement. If they can live on it now, they can probably live on it then.
The nurse eventually responded to the outpouring of support and practical advice. &#8220;Thank you everyone for the advice and recommendations,&#8221; he wrote.&nbsp;
Fellow Redditors encouraged him to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-online-financial-advisors">speak to a fee-only financial advisor</a> and to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-budgeting-apps">start tracking his monthly expenses</a> to create a concrete plan.
&#8220;It's useless [to] feel bad about what you were not able to accomplish in the past,&#8221; one nurse wrote. &#8220;Start learning today and figure out how you can make your dreams happen.&#8221;
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A 59-Year-Old Career Nurse Feels 'Defeated And Cooked' After Learning Her Coworker Has Saved Nearly $500,000 More For Retirement

Devon Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 11.4% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.08%. Currently, Devon Energy has a market capitalization of $21.24 billion. 
Buying $100 In DVN: If an investor had bought $100 of DVN stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $315.82 today based on a price of $33.02 for DVN at the time of writing.
<h3>Devon Energy's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753482621_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Laureate Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAUR#NASDAQ">LAUR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.78% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.46%. Currently, Laureate Education has a market capitalization of $3.51 billion. 
Buying $100 In LAUR: If an investor had bought $100 of LAUR stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $211.16 today based on a price of $23.27 for LAUR at the time of writing.
<h3>Laureate Education's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753481713_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

LAUR

$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

DA Davidson analyst Gary Tenner maintains Five Star (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSBC#NASDAQ">FSBC</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $37 to $39.

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DA Davidson Maintains Buy on Five Star, Raises Price Target to $39

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Cadence Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CADE#NYSE">CADE</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Cadence Bank and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $40.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $42.00 and a low estimate of $37.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 9.59% increase from the previous average price target of $36.50.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753480910_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Cadence Bank among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jon Arfstrom</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Scouten</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine Mealor</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Cadence Bank. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cadence Bank compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Cadence Bank's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Cadence Bank's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CADE/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Cadence Bank analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Cadence Bank</h2>
Cadence Bank is a bank based in the United States. The operating segments are Corporate Banking segment focuses on C&amp;I, business banking, and commercial real estate lending to clients in the geographic footprint, Community Banking segment provides a broad range of banking services through the branch network to serve the needs of community businesses and individual consumers in the geographic footprint, Mortgage segment includes mortgage banking activities of originating mortgage loans, selling mortgage loans in the secondary market and servicing the mortgage loans, Banking Services segment offers individuals, businesses, governmental institutions, and non-profit entities a widerange of solutions to help protect, grow, and transfer wealth, General Corporate and Other segment.
<h3>Cadence Bank: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Cadence Bank's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 1847.19% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Cadence Bank's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 28.92%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cadence Bank's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.41%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.27%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Cadence Bank's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.0, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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CADE

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Cadence Bank

In the latest quarter, 5 analysts provided ratings for Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CL#NYSE">CL</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $100.6, along with a high estimate of $108.00 and a low estimate of $87.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.41% increase from the previous average price target of $99.20.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753480896_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Colgate-Palmolive among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Grom</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filippo Falorni</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Colgate-Palmolive. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Colgate-Palmolive compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Colgate-Palmolive's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Colgate-Palmolive's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Colgate-Palmolive Better</h2>
Since its founding in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive has grown to become a leading player in the household and personal care arena. In addition to its namesake oral care line (which accounts for north of 40% of its total sales), the firm manufactures shampoos, shower gels, deodorants, and homecare products that are sold in over 200 countries. International sales account for about 70% of its total business, including approximately 45% from emerging regions. It also owns specialty pet food maker Hill's (around one fifth of sales), which sells a majority of its products through veterinarians and specialty pet retailers.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Colgate-Palmolive's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Colgate-Palmolive's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -3.04% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 14.05%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Colgate-Palmolive's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 240.0%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 4.22%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Colgate-Palmolive's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 22.78. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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