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Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) is undertaking sweeping layoffs and global project cuts as part of a major overhaul aimed at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43680696/bill-gates-has-a-soft-spot-for-intel-but-says-the-chip-giant-has-lost-its-way-questions-whether-the-company-can-recover-after-ceo-exit-and-falling-behind-in-ai">restoring its competitive edge</a> in the AI-dominated semiconductor landscape.
What Happened: On Thursday, after posting its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46617195/intel-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-chipmaker-sees-clear-opportunities-to-enhance-competitive-position">second-quarter earnings</a>, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan shared a memo with employees saying that the company will reduce its workforce to 75,000 employees by the end of the year through layoffs and attrition.
According to an Associated Press <a href="https://apnews.com/article/intel-chips-layoffs-a3a83e4bb8cd71e2615e964b432dd37f">report</a>, this figure represents a 31% drop from the 108,900 employees Intel reported at the end of last year.
"I know the past few months have not been easy," Tan wrote. "We are making hard but necessary decisions to streamline the organization, drive greater efficiency and increase accountability at every level of the company."
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Earlier, Intel announced that it is reducing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46199580/microsoft-rivian-intel-slash-jobs-in-june-tech-layoff-spree">15% to 20% of jobs within</a> its Foundry division.
Alongside the layoffs, Intel is scrapping expansion plans in Germany and Poland and relocating some assembly and testing operations from Costa Rica to Vietnam and Malaysia. The Costa Rica site will continue to host key engineering and corporate teams.
In the U.S., construction of a much-anticipated semiconductor facility in Ohio will be "further" delayed, Tan said in the memo.
Why It's Important: Intel posted second-quarter revenue of $12.86 billion, surpassing the $11.91 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/intc/earnings">expected</a> by analysts. However, the company recorded an adjusted loss of 10 cents per share for the quarter, falling short of projections that had forecast a modest profit of one cent per share.
The company has been struggling to keep pace with the rapid evolution of computing. It missed the mobile revolution and now <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46058862/nvidia-intel-chip-stocks-ai-valuation-revenue">trails competitors like</a> Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), whose chips dominate the surging AI market.
As of Thursday's market close, Intel's market capitalization stood at $98.71 billion—starkly overshadowed by Nvidia's $4.24 trillion valuation.
Price Action: On Thursday, Intel shares fell 3.66% during the regular trading session and declined an additional 4.64% in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0717">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that INTC maintains solid momentum across short, medium and long-term periods. However, while the stock scores well on value, its growth rating remains relatively weak. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Additional performance details are available here</a>.
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Intel CEO Says He's 'Making Hard But Necessary Decisions' As Chipmaker Announces Massive Layoffs, Project Cancellations

U.S. stock futures showed mixed movements on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average declining 0.7% to 44,693.91. The S&amp;P 500 rose marginally by 0.07% to 6,363.35, while the Nasdaq gained almost 0.2% to 21,057.96.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors through the day:
Intel Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>)
Intel&#8217;s shares fell 3.66% to close at $22.63, with an intraday high of $23.58 and a low of $22.60. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is between $31.98 and $17.66. In the after-hours trading, the stock dropped 4.6%. The chipmaker reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46617195/intel-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-chipmaker-sees-clear-opportunities-to-enhance-competitive-position">second-quarter revenue</a> that exceeded expectations, although earnings per share missed estimates. Intel highlighted opportunities to enhance its competitive position moving forward.
Deckers Outdoor Corporation&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>)
Deckers Outdoor saw a 2.91% decline, closing at $104.94. The stock hit an intraday high of $108.38 and a low of $103.87, with a 52-week range of $223.98 to $93.72. The company, known for its HOKA and UGG brands, reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46617338/hoka-ugg-parent-deckers-outdoor-stock-rallies-15-after-q1-report-heres-why">strong first-quarter results</a>, driving a rally in its stock price. Earnings per share came in at 93 cents, beating the consensus estimate of 72 cents.
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)
UnitedHealth&#8217;s stock dropped 4.75% to $278.58, with an intraday high of $289.21 and a low of $278.22. Its 52-week range is $630.73 to $248.88. The healthcare giant is under federal scrutiny over its Medicare practices. The company&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/07/46605691/unitedhealth-under-federal-scrutiny-reaffirms-integrity-of-its-medicare-operations">reaffirmed</a>&nbsp;its commitment to cooperate with the Department of Justice while maintaining confidence in its operations.
Dow Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>)
Dow&#8217;s shares plunged 17.45% to $25.07, with an intraday high of $27.60 and a low of $24.37. The 52-week range is between $55.67 and $24.37. The chemical manufacturer reported a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46597552/dow-cuts-dividend-in-half-as-losses-mount-and-tariffs-amplify-industry-pain">larger-than-expected loss</a> in the second quarter and halved its dividend, citing macroeconomic pressures and trade disruptions. Loss per share came in at $0.42, which missed the $0.30 estimates.
American Airlines Group Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>)
American Airlines&#8217; stock declined 9.62% to $11.46, with an intraday high of $11.84 and a low of $11.33. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is $19.10 to $8.50. Despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46601720/american-airlines-cfo-declares-worst-is-over-but-cautious-outlook-sinks-stock">surpassing earnings and revenue expectations</a> for the second quarter, the airline issued a cautious outlook for the third quarter, narrowing its full-year guidance due to uncertainties in travel demand.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that Intel has a Momentum score in the 25th percentile and a Value score in the 74th percentile. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Discover</a> how it stacks up against chip rivals Nvidia and AMD.
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Larry Ellison, the billionaire co-founder of Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), has pulled off one of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46435552/larry-ellison-surges-past-mark-zuckerberg-to-become-worlds-second-richest-person-as-oracles-ai-deals-with-openai-us-government-drive-massive-stock-surge">most remarkable wealth surges</a> in 2025—adding nearly $100 billion to his net worth in just seven months, despite a past that included struggling to pay his utility bills.
What Happened: Ellison's journey wasn't always lined with billion-dollar valuations. In a 2024 conversation <a href="https://disprz.ai/blog/meeting-larry-ellison-oracle-founder">with</a> Disprz, he recalled times in the 1970s when he couldn't afford his electric and gas bills.
His biggest concern at the time wasn't losing heat or entertainment—but losing access to the garage computer where he was building his early software innovations. "Without electricity, my computer wouldn't work," he said.
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"I couldn't even get [investors] to say no because nobody even met me," Ellison said, describing how he used to wait outside venture capital offices.
But, how the tables have turned.
Today, the Oracle co-founder is worth $289 billion, making him the second-richest person in the world, trailing only Elon Musk, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/">according</a> to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
His net worth has jumped by $96.8 billion year-to-date, outpacing Jeff Bezos ($9.95 billion gain), Mark Zuckerberg ($40.5 billion gain) and Jensen Huang ($31.2 billion gain).
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Why It's Important: Ellison's fortune—over 80% of which is linked to Oracle stock and options—has surged as Oracle shares jumped 27.69% over the past six months.
The tech giant Ellison co-founded in 1977 has seen its stock soar 43.41% year-to-date and 66.38% over the past year, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
Earlier this month, the U.S. government signaled it would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46409079/nvidia-growth-estimates-get-10-boost-as-us-lifts-china-chip-export-curbs-gene-munster-predicts-30-35-growth-for-2026">ease export restrictions</a>, allowing Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices to resume some semiconductor sales to China. Oracle, which depends on advanced chips for its cloud and AI infrastructure, was a key beneficiary of this policy shift.
Oracle has also signed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44188361/nvidia-powers-openai-and-oracles-100-billion-stargate-first-ai-data-center-set-to-launch-in-texas">multibillion-dollar cloud agreements</a> and expanded partnerships with companies like OpenAI and SoftBank Group as part of its Stargate initiative.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that Oracle is showing strong upward momentum 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 insights can be found here</a>.
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President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell had a public disagreement over the escalating price tag for renovation work at the Federal Reserve's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46594753/trump-to-visit-federal-reserve-in-first-presidential-trip-in-20-years-raising-stakes-for-jerome-powell">headquarters on Thursday.&nbsp;</a>
The rare visit to the Fed occurred as Trump increased his public pressure on Powell to decrease interest rates, while also backing away from his earlier talk of dismissing Powell before his term ends next May.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Renovation Dispute</h2>
During their joint appearance, Trump questioned the costs of ongoing renovations for two historic Fed buildings in Washington, D.C., claiming expenses had exceeded $3.1 billion, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/24/trump-powell-fed-visit.html">according</a> to CNBC.&nbsp;
Powell countered, noting Trump had factored in costs from a third government building that was constructed five years prior.&nbsp;
Both men toured the site together while wearing hard hats and told the press they would review the situation further.&nbsp;
Trump remarked, "It's got a long way," before completion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Political Context</h2>
Trump had considered firing Powell, which would have been a controversial and legally uncertain move, but stated on Thursday, &#8220;To do that is a big move, and I just don&#8217;t think it&#8217;s necessary.&#8221;
Powell has been a frequent target of criticism from Trump and his allies, including Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, who was present for the visit and has called for Powell's resignation.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Interest Rate Pressure</h2>
Trump's main criticism continues to center on Powell's refusal to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46569623/federal-reserve-rates-justified-despite-being-highest-among-g-10-peers-says-lpl-economist-as-trump-pressures-jerome-powell-to-exit"> lower interest rates</a> further. Despite Trump nominating Powell in 2017, he has accused the Fed chair of incompetence and political bias.&nbsp;
Trump claims that lower rates would save the country hundreds of billions in interest payments. While the Fed did cut its primary interest rate by a full percentage point in late 2024, taking it to a 4.25%-4.5% range, it has left rates unchanged since December.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Remarks After the Visit</h2>
Trump adopted a more conciliatory tone later, describing his tour with Powell as a "Great Honor" and acknowledging that the renovation "has a long way to go."&nbsp;
 "It would have been much better if it were never started, but it is what it is and, hopefully, it will be finished ASAP,&#8221; he conceded. 
Trump did, however, underscore the high costs, but said the U.S. is strong enough financially to handle them.
Benzinga reached out to the White House for comment but had not heard back. 
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Trump, Powell Clash Over $3 Billion Federal Reserve Renovations In Front Of Reporters

In a scathing rebuke that&#8217;s sending shockwaves through financial markets, 27 prominent economists have filed an <a href="https://www.aei.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/V.O.S.-Selections-Inc.-v.-Trump-Federal-Circuit-Amicus-Brief-by-Economists.pdf?x85095">amicus brief</a> dismantling the economic foundation of President Donald Trump&#8217;s emergency tariff powers. Their message couldn&#8217;t be clearer: the administration&#8217;s justification for sweeping trade duties is built on economic quicksand.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Economists&#8217; Nuclear Option</h2>
The economists&#8217; filing in the ongoing federal court challenge systematically demolishes three core pillars of the Trump administration&#8217;s tariff strategy. First, they argue that trade deficits are neither &#8220;unusual nor extraordinary&#8221; nor constitute a genuine &#8220;threat&#8221; to U.S. national security. Second, they contend that tariffs won&#8217;t meaningfully reduce these deficits anyway. Third, and perhaps most damaging for investors, they warn that tariffs will trigger &#8220;massive budgetary, allocative, and distributive effects&#8221; across the economy.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why This Matters for Your Portfolio</h2>
The S&amp;P 500 experienced notable declines earlier this year as markets reacted to tariff announcements and uncertainty over trade policy direction. This volatility reflects deeper concerns about rising costs, disrupted supply chains, and policy unpredictability that economists are now validating with hard data.
The economists&#8217; brief highlights what many investors suspected: tariffs function as a broad-based tax on American consumers and businesses. Even if current court challenges succeed, remaining tariffs would still cost the average household $950 of purchasing power in 2025, according to Yale Budget Lab analysis. That&#8217;s a 0.6% increase in consumer prices—a hidden tax that hits retail spending and corporate margins.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Trade Deficit Reality Check</h2>
Perhaps the most significant economic argument centers on trade deficits themselves. The economists argue that the U.S. has run trade deficits &#8220;consistently over the past fifty years&#8221; and &#8220;in most countries in most years in recent decades.&#8221; This historical context undermines the administration&#8217;s claim that current deficits represent an unprecedented emergency requiring dramatic intervention.
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For investors, this matters because it suggests tariff policies are addressing a non-problem with tools that create real economic distortions. The tariffs imposed on Canada, China, and Mexico in March alone were projected to add $4 billion in costs to Washington state imports from those countries. Scale that nationwide, and you&#8217;re looking at massive input cost increases across multiple sectors.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Court Battles and Market Implications</h2>
The U.S. Court of International Trade has already ruled that Trump lacks authority under economic emergency legislation to impose sweeping global tariffs, though appeals courts have temporarily stayed that decision. The Supreme Court could end up ruling if Trump has authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose universal duties on imports.
This legal uncertainty creates a challenging environment for investors. Companies face the prospect of sudden cost increases or relief depending on court decisions, making long-term planning nearly impossible. According to Reuters, Goldman Sachs&#8217; (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) chief U.S. political economist Alec Phillips <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-court-blocks-trumps-liberation-day-tariffs-2025-05-28/">noted</a>, &#8220;This ruling represents a setback for the administration&#8217;s tariff plans and increases uncertainty but might not change the final outcome for most major U.S. trading partners&#8221;.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line for Investors</h2>
The economists&#8217; intervention signals that Trump&#8217;s tariff strategy faces not just legal challenges but fundamental economic critique from the profession&#8217;s leading voices. Their argument that tariffs create &#8220;massive&#8221; economic effects without meaningfully reducing trade deficits suggests investors should prepare for continued policy volatility and potential cost pressures across import-dependent sectors.
Smart money is already positioning for multiple scenarios—from complete tariff rollbacks to expanded trade wars. The economists&#8217; brief provides intellectual ammunition for continued court challenges, but the ultimate resolution likely won&#8217;t come until the Supreme Court weighs in. Until then, expect continued market volatility as investors navigate this unprecedented intersection of emergency powers, trade policy, and economic reality.
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Intuit (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 10.53% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.02%. Currently, Intuit has a market capitalization of $217.92 billion. 
Buying $100 In INTU: If an investor had bought $100 of INTU stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $3,268.66 today based on a price of $781.21 for INTU at the time of writing.
<h3>Intuit's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753400723_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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$100 Invested In Intuit 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

CRH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRH#NYSE">CRH</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.36%. Currently, CRH has a market capitalization of $65.37 billion. 
Buying $100 In CRH: If an investor had bought $100 of CRH stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $255.62 today based on a price of $97.17 for CRH at the time of writing.
<h3>CRH's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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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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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning CRH Stock In The Last 5 Years

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) is one of the most active members of Congress when it comes to buying stocks in 2025. The congresswoman recently disclosed buying two stocks, including one that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45913665/if-you-invested-1000-in-palantir-stock-when-marjorie-taylor-green-disclosed-buying-heres-how-much-youd-have-now">caused red flags</a> earlier this year.
What Happened: Greene recently disclosed buying two stocks and U.S. Treasury Bills in a new filing, as reported on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades">Benzinga Government Trades page.</a>
Greene disclosed buying PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) for the first time this year, buying $1,000 to $15,000 on July 15. The stock purchase <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46463845/pepsico-delivers-the-fizz-in-q2-sweetens-outlook-on-subdued-dollar-headwind">came days before</a> the beverage giant reported quarterly financial results.
Greene also disclosed buying $1,000 to $15,000 in Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) stock.
Check out the current <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR">PLTR stock price here.</a>
This marked the latest time that Greene has bought Palantir stock in 2025 and came days before the company hit new 52-week highs.
In total, Greene has bought Palantir stock four times in 2025 with the following transactions:
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<li>February 12: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on February 14</li>
<li>April 8: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on April 11</li>
<li>April 9: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on April 11</li>
<li>July 15: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on July 22</li>
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Greene's past disclosure of buying Palantir stock raised red flags given her committee assignments within Congress.
Several of the trades made by Greene in the past could raise red flags as conflicts of interest given her congressional committee assignments. Greene is a member of the following committees:
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<li>House Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Chairwoman, Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.)</li>
<li>House Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability</li>
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Palantir Technologies is a company that regularly lands government contracts. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Greene could have an inside track on upcoming contracts with Palantir.
In fact, several days after Greene disclosed buying Palantir stock in April, the company announced a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44882049/peter-thiels-palantir-bags-30-million-order-from-ice-for-immigrant-tracking-system" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;new $30 million&nbsp;</a>government contract to enhance immigration enforcement tools.
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Why It's Important: In 2024, Greene ranked 23rd among members of Congress who made stock transactions based on a return of +30.2%, outperforming the broader stock market.
While Greene is far from the only member of Congress buying Palantir stock, her committee assignments might make her purchases that much more newsworthy than those of other elected members.
Greene's trades earlier this year <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/04/44852406/marjorie-taylor-greene-brushes-off-stock-buying-criticism-says-portfolio-manager-bought-the-dip">were also flagged</a> due to the timing of buying shares of several stocks as the market declined on news of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs. The stocks soared after Trump announced a pause to tariffs, with Greene showing a quick profit on her recent trades at the time.
Greene took pride in her transactions, despite other members of Congress calling for an investigation into whether Trump and his allies participated in insider trading.
&#8220;I think that criticism is laughable. President Trump has been talking about tariffs for decades,&#8221; Greene told reporters when asked about the trades at a recent town hall event in Georgia, in a clip <a href="https://x.com/unusual_whales/status/1912456434081480777" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shared </a>by Unusual Whales. The congresswoman used the opportunity to boast about her stock performance, which ranked her as one of the top trading members of Congress in 2024.
&#8220;I don&#8217;t place my buys and sells," Greene said, citing an agreement she has with her portfolio manager, who handles all the buying and selling of stocks. &#8220;He did a great job. Guess what he did. He bought the dip. And that&#8217;s what anybody that has financial sense does."
Greene also said her portfolio manager did not have inside information, everything was public and a potential tariff pause wasn&#8217;t a secret.
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/04/45077654/bill-named-after-nancy-pelosi-could-ban-congress-members-from-trading-stocks-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-pelosi-act" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">has introduced the</a> Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments Act, or PELOSI Act based on the first letter of each of the main words. The name takes aim at Congresswoman and former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).
Speaker of the House&nbsp;Mike Johnson&nbsp;and President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;have voiced support for the ban on Congressional trading.
PLTR Price Action: Palantir hit new 52-week highs of $155.68 on Thursday. The stock is up 106% year-to-date in 2025 and up over 480% in the last year.
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SLM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLM#NASDAQ">SLM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.72% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.37%. Currently, SLM has a market capitalization of $6.40 billion. 
Buying $100 In SLM: If an investor had bought $100 of SLM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $349.07 today based on a price of $30.50 for SLM at the time of writing.
<h3>SLM's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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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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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning SLM Stock In The Last 10 Years

Whoever said golf is a relaxing sport clearly never saw the initiation fees.
In a world where the phrase "exclusive club" doesn't just mean a tight handicap but a bank account that can survive a seven-figure swing, America's priciest golf clubs operate in a league of their own. These aren't just places to play 18 holes—they're private kingdoms where the greens are pristine, the member list <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44891213/joe-rogan-paints-a-picture-of-trump-in-between-golf-swings-hes-on-the-phone-with-other-presidents-were-going-to-need-more-money">includes billionaires and celebrities</a>, and you may need a yacht or private jet to show up in style.
Think your local muni is expensive at $80 a round? Some of these clubs make that look like loose change under the couch.
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Here are the five most expensive private golf clubs in the U.S., ranked by their eye-popping initiation fees.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Sebonack Golf Club — Southampton, New York</h2>
Initiation Fee: $650,000 to over $1 million&nbsp;
Estimated Annual Dues: Not publicly disclosed
Located on 300 acres of waterfront in the Hamptons, Sebonack is the Rolls-Royce of American golf clubs. Designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Doak, it overlooks Peconic Bay with views almost as legendary as the layout itself. Membership is capped at 200, <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2021-01-24/cbs-tv-station-deal-wlny-peter-dunn-sebonack">and it's invitation-only</a>—because apparently, a million bucks isn't enough if they don't like your swing…or your vibe.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. The Madison Club — La Quinta, California&nbsp;</h2>
Initiation Fee: $500,000
Estimated Annual Dues: Around $70,000
<a href="https://madisonclubca.com/">The Madison Club</a> is where A-listers, CEOs, and sports legends unwind between deals and rounds. Tucked away in the California desert, it blends ultra-luxury living with a Tom Fazio-designed course. Expect spa services, private villas, and amenities that scream "I never need to leave." It's basically a five-star resort that just happens to have a golf course.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Liberty National Golf Club — Jersey City, New Jersey</h2>
Initiation Fee: $450,000–$500,000
Estimated Annual Dues: Around $29,000
You want Manhattan skyline views while draining a birdie putt? Liberty National delivers—plus a private marina if you prefer to arrive by boat. It's <a href="https://www.golfdigest.com/story/presidents-cup-2017-9-interesting-facts-you-should-know-about-the-construction-of-liberty-national">one of the most expensive golf clubs ever built</a>, with a reported $250 million price tag. The vibe? Wall Street meets Augusta, with modern luxury and top-shelf everything.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Augusta National Golf Club — Augusta, Georgia</h2>
Initiation Fee: Rumored $250,000–$500,000
Estimated Annual Dues: Estimated $10,000–$30,000
Good luck getting in. Home of The Masters, Augusta <a href="https://www.golfmonthly.com/news/is-augusta-national-the-most-exclusive-golf-club-in-the-world">doesn't accept applications</a>—you get invited. Rumors about fees vary, but most agree that even if you could afford it, you're still not getting past Magnolia Lane unless they come to you. This is the crown jewel of American golf, steeped in tradition and tighter than Fort Knox when it comes to membership info.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. The Vintage Club — Indian Wells, California</h2>
Initiation Fee: Around $300,000
Estimated Annual Dues: $45,000
Known as the "billionaire's playground," The Vintage Club <a href="https://themunsellegroup.com/neighborhoods/the-vintage-club">is ultra-private</a>, ultra-posh, and surprisingly under the radar. Two top-ranked courses, an international roster of power players, and desert views that go on forever. If you've never heard of it, that's kind of the point.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So…Worth It?</h2>
These clubs aren't just about the game—they're about access. Access to movers, shakers, private equity partners, and maybe the next person who'll invest $20 million in your startup between holes 9 and 10.
Whether that kind of membership makes sense comes down to your priorities—and your bank account. For some, it's about networking and prestige. For others, it's just an insane number to pay for golf, no matter how good the course is.
Either way, it's safe to say most players are perfectly content with a solid muni, a reliable foursome, and maybe a breakfast sandwich at the turn. You don't need a seven-figure initiation fee to enjoy the game—but if you've got it, you've got options.
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The Top 5 Most Expensive Golf Clubs in the U.S. — This One Costs Over $1 Million Just to Join…And That's Before You Even Pay The Annual Dues

Veeva Systems (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEEV#NYSE">VEEV</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 15.19% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.84%. Currently, Veeva Systems has a market capitalization of $47.60 billion. 
Buying $100 In VEEV: If an investor had bought $100 of VEEV stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $1,074.72 today based on a price of $292.60 for VEEV at the time of writing.
<h3>Veeva Systems's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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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.

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Here's How Much $100 Invested In Veeva Systems 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

A new movie about OpenAI has cast the role of Elon Musk. While Musk could probably care less if you watch that movie that might not portray him in the best light, a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/11/35727504/elon-musk-biopic-is-coming-heres-who-will-be-tackling-the-worlds-richest-man-for-the-big-sc"> biopic based on Musk's life </a>is set to hit the big screen in the future and will be based off an approved biography on the world's richest man.
What Happened: Actor Ike Barinholtz is in talks to portray Musk in a movie about OpenAI titled "Artificial." The movie will also star Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman, as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/06/45782841/sam-altmans-2023-openai-ouster-becoming-a-movie-could-former-spider-man-play-him">Benzinga previously reported.</a>
While the film will center on Altman's ouster and rehire by the board, it is also likely to explore Musk's early days with the company and his ultimate exit back in 2018 over disagreements about a for-profit structure of the company.
Past reports have said the film<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/07/46601114/elon-musk-sam-altman-rivalry-to-come-alive-in-amazon-mgms-upcoming-film-artificial-with-ike-barinholtz-likely-to-play-musk-report"> may not portray </a>Musk in the best light using descriptions like "dictator" and villain.
While that movie won't center entirely on Musk, a future film from A24 will explore Musk and all things SpaceX, Tesla and X. The untitled film is set to be directed by Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky and is based on the book about Musk by Walter Isaacson.
Musk gave Isaacson tons of access to his life and companies and the author was even around the billionaire during the time period of the $44 billion acquisition of social media platform Twitter, which was renamed X.
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Who Could Play Elon Musk?: The Aronofsky movie does not have a release date yet and has not currently cast the lead role of Musk.
With the news that Barinholtz is in talks to portray Musk on film, Benzinga asked Grok, the chatbot from Musk's X to look at potential options to portray the billionaire in the biopic.
"For the yet-to-be-released Elon Musk biopic based on the Walter Isaacson biography, who do you think should be cast as Elon Musk for the movie?" Benzinga asked Grok.
Grok said casting the right actor for Musk is "crucial" for the film and will need to make sure to portray his "complex personality, visionary drive and polarizing public presence."
"Here are a few actors who could compellingly portray Elon Musk, considering his intensity, eccentricity and multifaceted persona," Grok said.
The actors named were as follows, with portions of the reasoning Grok gave:
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<li>Christian Bale: His physical versatility and knack for embodying complex, high-energy personalities make him a strong fit to portray Musk's relentless ambition and enigmatic nature.</li>
<li>Rami Malek: Malek's ability to convey intensity and intellectual depth, as seen in &#8220;Bohemian Rhapsody&#8221; and &#8220;Mr. Robot,&#8221; could capture Musk's quirky charisma and visionary mindset. His expressive eyes and subtle mannerisms could reflect Musk's unpredictable public persona.</li>
<li>Cillian Murphy: Murphy's piercing intensity and ability to play cerebral, enigmatic characters (&#8220;Peaky Blinders,&#8221; &#8220;Oppenheimer&#8221;) align well with Musk's introspective yet commanding presence. He could effectively portray Musk's blend of genius and volatility.</li>
<li>Adam Driver: Driver's range and ability to portray driven, larger-than-life figures (&#8220;Marriage Story,&#8221; &#8220;Star Wars&#8221;) make him a compelling choice. His physicality and emotional depth could bring out Musk's relentless work ethic and personal struggles.</li>
</ul>
"Each of these actors could bring a unique angle to Musk's character, emphasizing different facets of his life — whether it's his entrepreneurial zeal, personal controversies, or futuristic vision."
Grok ultimately picked Bale as the standout actor to play Musk given his "ability to fully immense himself in complex roles."
Benzinga also asked Grok to list potential actors based on Musk's appearance and physicality. For this question, Grok named Bale, Malek and Murphy once again and replaced Driver with Edward Norton.
Grok said that Norton has "a lean build, angular face, and intense eyes" that could resemble Musk. Ultimately, Grok picked Murphy for the closest "natural resemblance" to Musk with Bale coming in a "close second."
Interestingly enough, Norton <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/22/12/30206148/elon-musk-now-the-subject-of-a-fictional-movie-character-a-weird-relevance-in-exactly-the-c">played technology billionaire</a> Miles Bron in Netflix movie "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery." Movie director Rian Johnson previously said that the movie character, who was interested in space exploration and automotives in the film, may have been inspired by Musk.
Malek previously won an Academy Award for portraying Queen frontman Freddie Mercury in the "Bohemian Rhapsody" biopic.
From Iron Man to Elon Musk?: Actor Robert Downey Jr. played Iron Man/Tony Stark across many Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
Downey's portrayal of Stark in the films was said to be inspired by Musk and the billionaire<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/education/25/06/46157568/happy-birthday-elon-musk-54-facts-and-figures-about-tesla-spacex-ceo-on-his-54th-birthday"> even earned a cameo</a> in "Iron Man 2."
Benzinga asked Grok if Downey Jr. could be up for playing Musk on film.
"Yes, Robert Downey Jr. could convincingly transition from playing Tony Stark to portraying Elon Musk in a film," Grok said.
Grok said Downey Jr. has experience with similar roles, such as Iron Man, a physical resemblance to Musk, similar charisma and the actor's ability to take on "complex, real-life figures" like Charlie Chaplin.
The challenge for Downey as Musk, according to Grok, would be difficulty for the audience to differentiate Downey playing Stark and Downey playing Musk and an age difference.
Why It's Important: Playing Musk on film could be the opportunity of a lifetime for an actor. As the world's richest man and most followed person on X, Musk has a wide platform and is influential on getting his fans to do certain things.
Support for the movie and the actor cast as himself, Musk could help boost the box office of the film.
After giving access to Isaacson, the film is likely to be less controversial than others exploring Musk and is likely to receive the billionaire's support.
Isaacson authored &#8220;Steve Jobs&#8221; in 2011, which was turned into a biopic. The movie starred Michael Fassbender in the title role and was released in 2015, four years after Jobs&#8217; death.
The film was nominated for Best Actor and Best Actress (Kate Winslet) Academy Awards. &#8220;Steve Jobs&#8221;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.boxofficemojo.com/title/tt2080374/?ref_=bo_se_r_1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">grossed&nbsp;</a>$17.8 million domestically and $34.4 million worldwide.
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First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 11.95% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.6%. Currently, First Citizens BancShares has a market capitalization of $28.09 billion. 
Buying $100 In FCNCA: If an investor had bought $100 of FCNCA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $832.22 today based on a price of $2113.83 for FCNCA at the time of writing.
<h3>First Citizens BancShares's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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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.

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

Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon maintains Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $52 to $58.

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Macquarie Maintains Outperform on Las Vegas Sands, Raises Price Target to $58

Chardan Capital analyst Geulah Livshits maintains Rocket Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCKT#NASDAQ">RCKT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $17 to $12.

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A woman from Montana called into &#8220;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MG6d5Ialpb0">The Ramsey Show</a>&#8221; with a story that left hosts Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze shocked and frustrated. She&#8217;s a nurse who had maintained a steady career while her husband <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/most-profitable-real-estate-business-ideas">pursued real estate full time</a>. In 2021, they earned enough money that they owed $82,000 in taxes. The money was available in her husband's business account. She trusted him to handle it. He didn't.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">He Spent The Tax Money Behind Her Back</h2>
Instead of paying the IRS, her husband secretly used the money on a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/02/36925237/nearly-half-of-americas-real-estate-brokers-had-trouble-making-rent-in-late-2023-does-that-make-this">failed business venture</a>. He ignored their certified public accountant's repeated attempts to reach him and even hid IRS notices from her. The couple&#8217;s CPA eventually filed the taxes without signatures in early 2023 just to avoid penalties.
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She only found out when she signed for a certified letter: the IRS now intends to levy their home over a $150,000 debt. "I feel blindsided and betrayed," she said. Now she's considering <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-get-equity-out-of-your-home-without-refinancing">taking out a second mortgage</a> or selling the home to get out of the mess, even though she's planning to divorce him.
Ramsey was direct: "No, I would not bail him out. I would bail us out if we are staying together."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is She On The Hook For His Taxes?</h2>
Ramsey said it sounds like the tax liability is tied entirely to the husband's business income. If she divorces him, she can likely file under the IRS's innocent spouse provision, which protects someone who didn't know about their partner's unpaid taxes or deceptive financial behavior.
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"You would need a tax attorney or a great CPA that knows how to work that," Ramsey said. If the house is sold and she qualifies, the IRS would only be able to take money from his portion of the home.
But if she stays, the situation changes. "Then the two of you have got to reestablish some footing on trust and betrayal and lies and deception, and then put all of our income in one pile to clean up the mess that he made," Ramsey said.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Crisis Of Integrity</h2>
Ramsey connected the story to a broader lesson about wealth and character, referencing the late Tom Stanley, author of &#8220;The Millionaire Next Door&#8221; and &#8220;The Millionaire Mind.&#8221; According to Ramsey, Stanley found that billionaires shared one top trait: "fanatical levels of integrity."
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"That would be the other end of the spectrum from the man in this email," Ramsey said. "Running the scheme, running a scam, trying to find a shortcut, trying to find a get-rich-quick thing. I&#8217;m making good money in real estate, but I still got a side hustle that&#8217;s screwing up. I find some way to burn money… That's the opposite of integrity."
But he added that it's not too late for her husband to change. "Integrity is a decision. He can just decide to be a man of integrity starting today. But if he doesn't, you got issues, sister."
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Her Husband Didn't Pay $82,000 In Taxes And Now The IRS Plans To Levy Their Home. She's Divorcing Him, But Still Wants To Bail Him Out

Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASY#NASDAQ">CASY</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 6.4% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.05%. Currently, Casey's General Stores has a market capitalization of $19.56 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CASY: If an investor had bought $1000 of CASY stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,254.29 today based on a price of $526.06 for CASY at the time of writing.
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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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Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) shares are rising in Thursday&#8217;s after-hours session after the Federal Communications Commission approved the company&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/07/39668270/paramount-analysts-size-up-merger-skydance-aims-for-earnings-not-a-breakup-redstone-says-co">merger with Skydance Media</a>.
Check out the current <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PARA">PARA stock price here</a>.
What To Know: The FCC<a href="https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-413229A1.pdf"> granted</a> the necessary approvals to allow Paramount to complete its planned $8 billion merger with Skydance. 
The FCC approved license transfers for 28 local TV stations&nbsp;owned by CBS after Skydance pledged to hire an ombudsman&nbsp;to review complaints regarding bias concerns at CBS and to&nbsp;eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs.
"Americans no longer trust the legacy national news media to report fully, accurately and fairly. It is time for a change. That is why I welcome Skydance's commitment to make significant changes at the once storied CBS broadcast network,&#8221; FCC chairman Brendan Carr said in a statement.
&#8220;In particular, Skydance has made written commitments to ensure that the new company's programming embodies a diversity of viewpoints from across the political and ideological spectrum. Skydance will also adopt measures that can root out the bias that has undermined trust in the national news media.&#8221;
The approval comes more than a year after Skydance announced plans to acquire Paramount Global and its subsidiaries.
PARA Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/PARA">Paramount Global</a> shares were up 2.41% in after-hours, trading at $13.58 at the time of publication on Thursday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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