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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) opposed the GENIUS Act, popularly known as the stablecoin bill, on the Senate floor Monday, citing worries that it would enable President Donald Trump&#8217;s &#8220;crypto corruption.&#8221;
What Happened: Warren remarked that the Republican-led legislation would supercharge the stablecoin market and the reach and profitablity of the Trump family-backed USD1.
&#8220;For the first time in history, this bill will make our president the regulator of his own financial product,&#8221; Warren said. &#8220;If the Congress does nor fix it here, it will be aiding and abetting his corruption everytime USD1 is used to finance a corrupt deal.&#8221;
Warren also raised concerns that the bill would give terrorists and drug cartels easier access to money through stablecoins. While stablecoins such as Tether (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDT</a>) have been used for illegal activities, a survey by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis found that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36698244/over-99-of-cryptocurrency-on-chain-is-legal-bitcoin-use-in-criminal-activity-falls-again">vast majority of cryptocurrency transaction activity</a>, around 99.6%, is used for legal purposes.
The White House didn't immediately return&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga's</a>&nbsp;request for comment on Warren&#8217;s allegations.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">I'm on the Senate floor right now urging my colleagues to vote no on the GENIUS Act. There is no excuse for Congress to pass a crypto bill that will turbocharge Trump's corruption. <a href="https://t.co/qb8wWQ6PUA">https://t.co/qb8wWQ6PUA</a>
&mdash; Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) <a href="https://twitter.com/SenWarren/status/1924569539032781076?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Taking a diametrically opposite view, Anthony Scaramucci, a known cryptocurrency advocate and former White House Communications Director, argued that&nbsp;the GENIUS Act would benefit the U.S., its citizens, the dollar, banks, fintech startups, and the cryptocurrency sector. He warned that Democrats opposing the bill would be committing &#8220;political suicide.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Passing GENIUS Act would be good for America, Americans, the dollar, banks of all sizes, fintech startups and rules-based crypto. If Democrats oppose this bill, which puts checks + balances on all actors, it is political suicide. Let&#39;s end technology gradualism in Washington.
&mdash; Anthony Scaramucci (@Scaramucci) <a href="https://twitter.com/Scaramucci/status/1924494877208760672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: This isn&#8217;t the first time Warren has expressed skepticism towards cryptocurrency. Last week, she labeled USD1 as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45399468/elizabeth-warren-calls-out-trump-linked-stablecoin-as-a-national-security-risk-hes-cashing-in-on-foreign-crypto-deals">potential national security threat</a> and a conduit for Trump&#8217;s corruption.
USD1, which has risen to become the fifth-largest stablecoin by capitalization, has been chosen&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45160707/eric-trump-says-world-libertys-stablecoin-will-be-used-to-close-a-2-billion-deal-dollar-token-to-also-get-integrated-with-justin-suns-tron-blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">to close a $2 billion deal&nbsp;</a>between Abu Dhabi investment firm&nbsp;MGX&nbsp;and cryptocurrency exchange&nbsp;Binance, as announced by&nbsp;Eric Trump&nbsp;at a recent cryptocurrency conference. 
A Trump-affiliated organization holds a 60% share in the parent company of the firm behind the stablecoin, World Liberty Financial, while his son Eric Trump sits on the board.
Warren deemed deals like these as a way for big companies and foreign governments to evade scrutiny and pay off Trump personally.
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Elizabeth Warren Urges Congress To Vote Against Crypto Bill, Saying It Turbocharges Trump Corruption — Anthony Scaramucci Warns Democrats Against 'Political Suicide'

On Monday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest made significant trades involving Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>).
The TSMC Trade saw Ark Invest making substantial purchases of the Taiwan-based chip giant&#8217;s shares. The Ark Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>) and ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#BATS">ARKW</a>) collectively acquired 197,776 shares. This move comes as TSMC collaborates with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45487650/nvidia-tsmc-and-apple-supplier-foxconn-partner-to-develop-taiwan-ai-supercomputer">Nvidia and Foxconn</a> to develop a powerful AI supercomputer in Taiwan. The partnership aims to enhance AI computing infrastructure in Asia, potentially boosting TSMC&#8217;s technological edge. 
However, TSMC&#8217;s Arizona factory has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/04/44932342/taiwan-semiconductors-arizona-factory-faces-441-million-loss-amid-supply-chain-labor-cost-challenges">faced challenges</a>, incurring a $441 million loss due to supply chain and labor cost issues. On Monday, TSMC shares ended the day 0.4% lower at $193.50 in New York. Ark&#8217;s trade was valued at $3.83 million.
The Meta Platforms Trade involved Ark Invest reducing its holdings in the Mark Zuckerberg-led social media behemoth. The ARKK and ARKW ETFs sold a total of 101,251 shares. This decision coincides with Meta&#8217;s ongoing legal battles, including a plea to dismiss an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/05/45485147/meta-pleads-with-judge-to-dismiss-ftcs-antitrust-case-in-high-stakes-trial">FTC antitrust case</a>. The case could significantly impact Meta&#8217;s market dominance. Despite these challenges, Meta has ambitious plans to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45160454/mark-zuckerbergs-meta-targets-1-4-trillion-revenue-from-generative-ai-by-2035-court-filing-reveals">generate up to $1.4 trillion in revenue</a> from generative AI products by 2035. Meta shares ended the day at $640.43. Ark&#8217;s Meta sale was estimated to be worth $6.5 million.
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<li>ARKW sold 57,013 shares of CoreWeave Inc. (CRWV).</li>
<li>ARKW bought 90,233 shares of Nextdoor Holdings Inc (KIND).</li>
<li>ARKX bought 16,057 shares of Blade Air Mobility Inc. (BLDE).</li>
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Decades before Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) became the world's second most valuable company, co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang admitted he launched the chipmaker with just $200 in his pocket—and no complete business plan.
What Happened: In a 2009 talk at Stanford's Technology Ventures Program, Huang recalled the humble beginnings of Nvidia, which now boasts a market cap exceeding $3.3 trillion.
"So I was 30 years old, and I'd never taken a single business class," he said, adding that the early days were anything but fast-paced.
For about six months, Hunag recalled that they just sat around one of the co-founder's townhouses in Fremont. The big decision each day was, ‘Where do you guys want to go to lunch?'"
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He then incorporated Nvidia on his 30th birthday in 1993, with the help of a lawyer, using the $200 he had in his pocket to buy a 20% stake. He then told his two co-founders, Chris Malachowsky and Curtis Priem, who each invested $200 for a 20% stake in the company.
Despite this slow start, Huang said what really matters to venture capitalists isn't a polished business plan, but the people behind it. VCs don't invest in business plans, he said, adding that they invest in great people. "Your reputation matters. Your history matters."
He then admitted he never finished the startup book he picked up. "I never finished my business plan … never could figure out how to finish a business plan."
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Why It's Important: Nvidia was established on April 5, 1993, to advance 3D graphics in gaming and multimedia.
A major turning point came in 1999 when the company introduced the GPU (graphics processing unit), a breakthrough that would go on to transform the computing landscape.
In May 2023, Nvidia's market value surpassed $1 trillion, and within a year, it crossed the $2 trillion and $3 trillion marks, briefly becoming the world's most valuable publicly traded company in 2024.
As of now, Nvidia holds a market capitalization of $3.306 trillion, making it the second most valuable company globally, just behind Microsoft.
The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/08/40635978/if-you-invested-1-000-in-nvidia-stock-at-ipo-heres-how-much-youd-have-now">went public on Jan. 22, 1999</a>, with shares priced at $12. A $1,000 investment made during its IPO would now be worth approximately $3.39 million, based on a current share price of $135.57, turning early investors into potential millionaires.
Nvidia is scheduled to release its first-quarter earnings after the market closes on May 28. According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/login">Benzinga Pro</a>, analysts expect the company to report earnings of 89 cents per share, with revenue projected at $43.07 billion.
Price Action: Nvidia shares edged up 0.13% to $135.57 during Monday's regular trading session and gained an additional 0.074% in after-hours trading.
According to Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings, Nvidia boasts a strong growth score of 95.02%. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it compares to other leading tech companies</a>.
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Jensen Huang Once Revealed He Never Attended A Single Business Class And Began Nvidia With Just $200 In His Pocket: 'Never Could Figure Out How To Finish A Business Plan'

Real estate investor and "The 10X Rule" author Grant Cardone has constantly shown up on social media platforms. He regularly posts on X, YouTube, Facebook, and other networks. Also, he hosts a podcast and regularly appears as a guest on other shows.
Cardone has made it a point to show up in front of people as many times as he can. The success he has experienced with this objective is part of the reason why he no longer believes that a good first impression is the most important part of success.
"The ultimate way to build trust is through consistency," Cardone explained in <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@grantcardone/video/7503960662683503903?lang=en">a TikTok clip</a>.&nbsp;
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If you want to build a successful business, expand your network, or achieve a long-term goal, consistency has become more important than making a good first impression. Here's why Cardone believes that's the case.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Your Content Will Be Replaced In Microseconds</h2>
The clip starts with Cardone sharing a brutal truth that content creators and social media influencers know too well. Your content will be replaced in microseconds. When most people finish reading an article or social media post, they immediately move on to the next one.
Short attention spans make it more difficult for people to remember your first impression. Millions of posts and articles are competing for attention at any given moment. If you stop at your first impression, people will forget about you. That's even true if you made a strong first impression.
Consistency can get you noticed amid the noise. That's why Cardone posts so often. He knows that if he slows down, people will gradually forget about his brand.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trust Comes From Being Seen Everywhere</h2>
Cardone went on to mention that Starbucks claims it doesn't run any advertising. However, the real estate guru states that Starbucks is doing advertising with all of its locations. Seeing them on the street builds trust, and it's a common strategy among institutions.
Many of the largest banks have thousands of branches. Each time you see one of these branches, it builds trust through familiarity. The largest corporations don't stop at the first impression. Instead, they strive to dominate the conversation and be at the top of their mind.
Cardone understands this and attempts to be seen on every platform. He jumped into Periscope and Meerkat back when those live-streaming platforms were available. Both of those platforms shut down, but Cardone was able to capitalize on the significant short-term attention those platforms provided. Some of the people who watched his live streams now follow him on other social networks.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">All Impressions Can Be Changed Over Time</h2>
The video clip wraps up with Cardone sharing how he had to call his wife 26 times before she would give him a chance. She initially didn't give him the time of day, but Cardone's persistence paid off. Now, the couple has been happily married for 20 years.
If first impressions were the dealbreaker, Cardone wouldn't be married to his current wife. He then compared it to acquiring customers. They may not convert the first time or even like your offer. However, the frequency of the delivery of a marketing message over a long period of time can change people's minds. Cardone has used this truth to sell many books, courses, and programs over the years.
Someone who made a bad first impression can redeem themselves over time. Likewise, someone who made a strong first impression can see all of their effort go to waste if they make a bad impression moving forward.
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Grant Cardone Reveals The One Thing That Dethroned Making A Good First Impression: 'The Ultimate Way To Build Trust Is Through Consistency'

A Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) Cybertruck owner took to Facebook to vent his frustration after a front trunk malfunction turned into a full-blown breakdown that left him stranded—and humiliated—in front of a crowd of kids.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Frustration Builds Over Recurring Frunk Issues</h2>
&#8220;Frunk has always been misaligned slightly,&#8221; the owner wrote in the Tesla Cybertruck Owners group that user @StonkKing4 <a href="https://x.com/StonkKing4/status/1921620951847801249">shared on X</a> on May 11. &#8220;They replaced the hinges and actuators last summer, but it always sounded like a pop, the crunch whenever it's opened and closed&#8230; the one headlight was broken I'm pretty sure from the frunk crushing into it.&#8221;
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The latch eventually gave out completely. The Cybertruck registered that the frunk wasn't fully closed and triggered a safety limit, capping the vehicle's speed at just 15 mph. &#8220;So while I had problems driving to the game, it would now only allow a maximum speed of 15MPH,&#8221; he added.
The timing couldn't have been worse. The owner was on his way to a baseball game with his son's gear locked in the frunk. When he couldn't get it open or drive at normal speed, he had to call an Uber. &#8220;I was stuck with a $50 Uber bill, and 28 ten-year-old kids went from thinking the Cybertruck was the coolest vehicle, to pointing and laughing as it was towed away on a flatbed truck,&#8221; he said.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Marketing Shift Amid Poor Sales</h2>
This kind of breakdown and negative press comes at a rough time for Tesla. The company has recently revamped how it markets the Cybertruck, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44919745/cybertruck-gets-a-down-to-earth-redesign-as-tesla-shifts-to-traditional-pickup-marketing-amid-poor-sales">moving away from sci-fi visuals</a> and Mars references. The new pitch shows the truck hauling trailers, navigating rough terrain, and serving family outings—a clear attempt to appeal to traditional pickup buyers.
One Tesla salesperson told <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-cybertruck-revamp-working-man-f-150-2025-4">Business Insider</a>, &#8220;Pitching it to truck people is more about the functionality,&#8221; noting that potential buyers often ask how much it can tow or carry.
Tesla has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44755221/tesla-unveils-new-cybertruck-long-range-trim-with-a-362-mile-range-and-reduced-features">introduced a cheaper rear-wheel-drive model</a> priced at $62,490 after federal tax credits. The strategy aims to reverse the flagging demand.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Inventory Surges Past 10,000 Units</h2>
According to industry site <a href="https://tesla-info.com/blog/inventory-stats-regional/US?q=1">Tesla-Info.com</a>, as of May 5, Tesla reportedly had 10,236 unsold Cybertrucks in inventory—a record high. The figure came down to 4,487 as of May 14. That&#8217;s still plus 3,728, or 491.1%, on last quarter.
<a href="https://electrek.co/2025/05/05/tesla-cybertruck-inventory-skyrockets-to-record-high/">Electrek</a> estimated Tesla was probably sitting on up to $800 million in unsold Cybertrucks at one point.&nbsp;
Despite early hype and a futuristic design, the Cybertruck now faces a stark reality check. For some owners, it's more embarrassment than excitement.
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Eaton Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 18.13% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 33.15%. Currently, Eaton Corp has a market capitalization of $130.01 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ETN: If an investor had bought $1000 of ETN stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,206.03 today based on a price of $328.98 for ETN at the time of writing.
<h3>Eaton Corp's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747698311_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.

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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Eaton Corp 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Liberty Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 4.05% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.08%. Currently, Liberty Energy has a market capitalization of $1.94 billion. 
Buying $100 In LBRT: If an investor had bought $100 of LBRT stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $220.85 today based on a price of $11.97 for LBRT at the time of writing.
<h3>Liberty Energy's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747697411_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.

LBRT

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Liberty Energy Stock In The Last 5 Years

Kinsale Cap Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNSL#NYSE">KNSL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 10.75% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.77%. Currently, Kinsale Cap Gr has a market capitalization of $11.01 billion. 
Buying $100 In KNSL: If an investor had bought $100 of KNSL stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $326.40 today based on a price of $472.20 for KNSL at the time of writing.
<h3>Kinsale Cap Gr's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747696513_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.

KNSL

$100 Invested In Kinsale Cap Gr 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Darling Ingredients (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAR#NYSE">DAR</a>) and Tessenderlo Group disrupted the enormously profitable health, wellness and nutrition industry this week, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45340702/darling-ingredients-and-tessenderlo-group-agree-to-form-new-company-to-accelerate-growth-in-attrac">announcing an agreement</a> to merge the collagen and gelatin units of their waste recovery operations into the newly formed Nextiva. Darling already produces 30% of the world's collagen supply, while the joint venture could generate up to $1.5 billion in revenue in its first year of operation.&nbsp;
Nextiva will sit in collagen's sweet spot, with industry growth forecast to rise 9.5% annually, reaching over $14 billion in 2033. This biological gold is extracted from animal skin, tendon, cartilage and bone that waste recovery companies used to throw away as useless byproduct. Its popularity in cosmetics, joint health, supplements, biomaterials and pharmaceuticals has exploded in the last decade, with anti-aging and skin health benefits touted by Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Kourtney Kardashian and other celebrities.
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Texas-based Darling has struggled in the last two years, with annual revenue dropping from $6.79 billion in fiscal 2023 to $5.22 billion in fiscal 2024. This marked the first revenue downturn for the S&amp;P Mid Cap 400 component since 2019. The hookup is a strategic move to respond to Wall Street about declining performance and regrow earnings by leveraging its leadership in the profitable animal byproducts segment.&nbsp;
Top tier investment firms including Piper Sandler, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/45039081/td-cowen-says-twenty-one-reflects-most-meaningful-validation-of-strategys-bitcoin-treasury-operation">TD Cowen</a>, and UBS cover Darling stock but have yet to issue research reports on this week's news. Clearly, their endorsements will help the deal proceed without roadblocks. In late April, Jason Gabelman at TD Cowen lowered his Darling price target from $37 to $34, pointing to an inconsistent track record on guidance. His ‘take' on the new venture will be watched closely by Wall Street.
Chairman and CEO Randall C. Stuewe touted the venture, saying, &#8220;Collagen has represented the fastest-growing area of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/earnings/25/04/44962097/what-to-expect-from-darling-ingredientss-earnings">Darling Ingredients</a>&#8216; food segment business over the past several years.&#8221; He added that the joint venture will provide a "platform for accelerated product development and growth" and create an opportunity to "unlock significant shareholder value." Darling will own 85% of Nextiva, according to the release, while its Brussels partner holds the balance. Together they intend to operate 23 facilities on four continents, producing about 200,000 tons of collagen and gelatin in the first year.&nbsp;
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The hookup is not expected to close until 2026. The initial press release describes the venture as a noncash transaction that combines assets and capabilities, but negotiations are continuing, and no definitive documentation has been sign by principals. However, the ownership ratio between the much larger Darling and its smaller partner appears locked-in and there are no obvious red flags to the startup currently.
Nextiva will also require regulatory approval in the U.S. and European Union, which might face unexpected hurdles, given current political tensions. Meanwhile, collagen use remains unregulated and somewhat controversial, <a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/considering-collagen-drinks-and-supplements-202304122911">with critics noting the refined product</a> used in supplements breaks down when ingested, rather than rebuilding our naturally produced substance. They also point to the corruptive influence of marketing hype, driven by celebrities owning companies benefiting from collagen use.
Regardless, both critics and advocates consider collagen use to be safe and our beauty-obsessed culture has a long history of chasing the latest ‘Fountain of Youth', regardless of cost. This bodes well for Darling and Tessenderlo's profit growth in coming years. And, given their giant industry footprint, they could strongly influence worldwide supply and pricing in coming decades.
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Brinker International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 28.48% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 43.51%. Currently, Brinker International has a market capitalization of $6.63 billion. 
Buying $1000 In EAT: If an investor had bought $1000 of EAT stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $6,083.67 today based on a price of $149.05 for EAT at the time of writing.
<h3>Brinker International'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 Brinker International Stock In The Last 5 Years

Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs J.W. Kuo said the U.S. tariffs did not <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/taiwan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">bother Taiwanese manufacturers</a>, highlighting its leverages, notably its semiconductor ecosystem.
Kuo emphasized the U.S. dependence on Taiwan to boost its microchip manufacturing capacities, the Taipei Times <a href="https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/biz/archives/2025/05/19/2003837104" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> on Monday, citing the minister&#8217;s interview.
Kuo expects Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) to maintain its moat over the next decade citing any tariff upsurge would primarily affect US customers instead of the foundry.
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Kup expects Samsung Electronics Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) to bear the maximum brunt of the tariff policies due to its lack of advanced semiconductor production capacity.
Taiwan has submitted a position paper under Section 232 of the U.S. Trade Expansion Act to define the &#8220;complementary relationship&#8221; between Taiwan and the U.S. in terms of trade and technology and adopted policies to prevent illegal transshipments, Kuo told the Taipei Times.
Trump administration on April 2 announced that it would slap &#8220;reciprocal&#8221; tariffs on global trading partners of 32%, 25%, and 24% tariffs on goods from Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan to encourage companies to manufacture their products in the US. However, President Trump recently paused the policy for 90 days.
Reportedly, Taiwan Semiconductor <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/05/45466444/to-serve-exploding-ai-chip-demand-taiwan-semiconductor-plans-9-advanced-factories" rel="noreferrer noopener">will construct nine</a> new&nbsp;advanced wafer manufacturing&nbsp;and packaging factories by 2025.
It plans to build nine new factories, including eight wafer fabrication plants and one advanced chip packaging factory.
The contract chipmaker expects to see 60% year-over-year growth in chip shipments with the 3-nanometer process.
Price Action: TSM stock closed at $193.50 on Monday.
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Taiwan Minister Shrugs Off US Tariffs, Says Taiwan Semiconductor Will Thrive While Samsung Takes The Hit

JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) CEO Jamie Dimon delivered a sobering assessment of the economic landscape at the bank's annual investor day on Monday. 
The head of the nation's largest bank warned that markets are displaying an "extraordinary amount of complacency" in the face of mounting risks from tariffs, record U.S. deficits <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45497403/is-the-dollars-global-reserve-role-at-risk-after-moodys-downgrade">and geopolitical tensions.</a>
The Details: Dimon cautioned that investors and central banks are underestimating the potential for persistent inflation and even stagflation. In fact, he said the odds of a stagflationary scenario are "roughly double" what people think, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/19/trump-tariffs-jpmorgan-chase-ceo-jamie-dimon.html">according</a> to CNBC. 
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He noted that the full economic impact of tariffs has yet to be felt and predicted that earnings forecasts for S&amp;P 500 companies could fall to zero growth within six months, down from about 12% at the start of the year.&nbsp;
"I think earnings estimates will come down, which means PE will come down," Dimon said, signaling the potential for further declines in stock prices if corporate profits falter.
The JPMorgan CEO also pointed to the U.S. budget deficit after Moody's downgraded the country's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/05/45479078/moodys-downgrades-us-credit-rating-over-debt-deficit-concerns"> credit rating</a> last Friday, citing concerns over a sustained increase in government debt and interest payment ratios.&nbsp;&nbsp;
"We have huge deficits; we have what I consider almost complacent central banks," Dimon said.
"You all think they can manage all this. I don't think they can," he added.
Despite these headwinds, JPMorgan reaffirmed its 2025 expense and net interest income guidance, projecting $90 billion in core lending revenue with an additional $4.5 billion possible from trading, depending on market conditions.
However, the bank expects investment banking fees to drop by a "mid-teens" percentage in the second quarter compared to last year, reflecting a slowdown in dealmaking as corporate clients adopt a cautious, wait-and-see approach.
Dimon also addressed the bank's succession plans and reiterated his intention to step down as CEO within the next few years, but not offering a more specific timeline.&nbsp;
"If I'm here for four more years, and maybe two more [as executive chairman]," Dimon said, "that's a long time.
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Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 18.83% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 29.77%. Currently, Netflix has a market capitalization of $506.55 billion. 
Buying $100 In NFLX: If an investor had bought $100 of NFLX stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $1,354.25 today based on a price of $1190.29 for NFLX at the time of writing.
<h3>Netflix'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 Netflix 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Trip.com Group Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCOM#NASDAQ">TCOM</a>) reported unaudited results for the first quarter after the market close on Monday. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/n45507946/trip-com-group-limited-reports-unaudited-first-quarter-of-2025-financial-results">of the report</a>.
Q1 Earnings: Trip.com reported first-quarter revenue of $1.91 billion, in line with analyst estimates, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. The travel service provider reported first-quarter adjusted earnings per ADS of 82 cents, missing estimates of 86 cents.
Total revenue was up 16% year-over-year. Here&#8217;s a breakdown of revenue growth by category:
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<li>Corporate travel revenue: up 12%</li>
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Trip.com ended the first quarter with $12.8 billion in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments.
&#8220;We are pleased to see a strong start to 2025. As travel becomes an increasingly integral part of everyday life, we remain committed to meeting the evolving needs of travelers through innovative, localized and customer-centric solutions. This positions us well to sustain growth momentum and deliver lasting value to our customers, partners, and shareholders,&#8221; said Jane Sun, CEO of Trip.com
Trip.com&#8217;s management team will further discuss the quarter on a conference call with investors and analysts at 8 p.m. ET. The company also scheduled a shareholder meeting for June 30.
TCOM Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/tcom">Trip.com shares</a> were down about 2% year-to-date heading into the print. The stock was down 1.79% after-hours, trading at $65.90 at the time of publication Monday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 18.52% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.85%. Currently, Amazon.com has a market capitalization of $2.17 trillion. 
Buying $100 In AMZN: If an investor had bought $100 of AMZN stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $11,697.02 today based on a price of $206.00 for AMZN at the time of writing.
<h3>Amazon.com's Performance Over Last 20 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.

AMZN

If You Invested $100 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

The late Kobe Bryant was a fierce competitor on the court and an equally skilled businessman off it.&nbsp;
According to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/kobe-bryant/">Forbes</a>, He amassed a $600 million fortune before his tragic death. However, Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was Bryant's empire. During an interview before his passing, Bryant credited an<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-build-a-stock-portfolio"> investment</a> he made in himself as a teenager with setting him up for the success he enjoyed on and off the court.
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Bryant's competitive streak and unflinching confidence were the signature traits of his career. Those character traits may have felt natural when Bryant burst onto the stage in 1996, but nothing could be further from the truth. Bryant's path to the NBA was full of unorthodox turns and uncomfortable situations. It started with his return to the U.S. at age 13.
Bryant's father, Joe, was a professional basketball player who finished his career playing in Italy. That necessitated taking the then five-year-old Bryant along for the ride, and America felt like a foreign country when he returned eight years later. Bryant's 2015 Documentary,<a href="https://youtu.be/8dga5amhKnQ?si=WLVRg8YEG1-8o3q5&amp;t=1199"> </a>"<a href="https://youtu.be/8dga5amhKnQ?si=WLVRg8YEG1-8o3q5&amp;t=1199">Kobe Bryant's Muse</a>" shed light on this difficult time of his young life.
During the documentary, Bryant recounts, "I didn't understand the slang. I was a little Italian boy. I didn't understand the fashion. I couldn't spell, and the teacher told my mother I was probably dyslexic. I didn't know anybody. Sitting at a lunch table all by myself, no friends. I was upset that I had moved. I had all this resentment and anger inside of me that I hadn't really let out."
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This kind of experience makes some people turn inward or lose their self-confidence during their formative years, but Bryant learned to embrace being an outsider. He came to see it as a strength and not a weakness. Bryant also found a place to channel his anger: basketball.
&nbsp;"It was never viewed as, ‘I'm going to control [my anger],'&#8221; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dga5amhKnQ">Bryant</a> said in "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dga5amhKnQ">Muse</a>". "I'm just going to push it to the side and then use it to my benefit for what it is that I love doing, which is playing the game. Once I discovered that, everything about the game changed." It may not have felt like it at the time, but this was the beginning of Bryant developing his now-infamous "mamba mentality."&nbsp;
Not all investments are monetary. Taking the time to figure out how to handle adversity and function in uncomfortable situations is one of the best investments anyone can make in themselves. The same can be said for embracing the fact that you are an outsider. Bryant would go on to be an outsider in many situations, and his early investment in mental toughness paid off almost every time.
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He entered the Los Angeles Lakers locker room as an 18-year-old who never attended college. Both of these things made him very different from his teammates, who were older and all attended college before playing professional basketball. Bryant was so young that he couldn't even go to bars with his teammates until he'd been in the league for three years.
He didn't sulk or wait around for greatness to come. Bryant used the solitude to invest in himself and hone his skills. It's the same discipline he approached in his career outside of basketball. That's how Bryant won an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film with his movie, "Dear Basketball." There is a valuable lesson for investors to learn from this story.
&nbsp;Get comfortable with being uncomfortable because learning to fight through that adversity will help you grow by leaps and bounds. Bryant's initial unease around his NBA peers eventually faded, and he became one of the game's all-time greats. Keep this in mind when you find yourself feeling apprehensive about talking to investment advisors or<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-long-to-build-wealth-in-real-estate"> wealth-building</a>.
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General Motors Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) has announced the end of vehicle exports from the U.S. to China, a decision communicated to employees and dealers of its China export business. 
This move comes amid ongoing U.S.-China trade discussions, particularly concerning tariffs and broader economic conditions, according<a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/gm-stop-exporting-vehicles-us-china-company-says-2025-05-19/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"> to</a> Reuters.
GM&#8217;s exports to China were facilitated through its Durant Guild premium import division, which accounted for less than 0.1% of its total sales in the Chinese market. The company cited significant changes in economic conditions as the reason for restructuring the Durant Guild and optimizing GM China&#8217;s operations. This follows a similar decision by GM&#8217;s competitor, Ford Motor Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), which halted its exports to China in April, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/gm-stop-exporting-vehicles-us-china-company-says-2025-05-19/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">said</a> Reuters.
The broader context of these decisions includes significant financial challenges for GM in China. In December 2024, GM recorded a $5 billion charge against its Chinese operations due to increasing competition and market challenges. This included a write-down of up to $2.9 billion in its Chinese joint venture and $2.7 billion in restructuring charges. The restructuring efforts involve plant closures and portfolio optimization to counter market challenges, <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/business-money/companies/article/general-motors-takes-5bn-charge-against-operation-in-china-zf8g9d9j8?utm_source=chatgpt.com&amp;region=global">according</a> to The Times.
As part of its restructuring, GM is closing its plant in Shenyang, China, which produced Buick GL8 minivans and Chevrolet Tracker SUVs. This decision is in response to intense competition from local manufacturers and is part of a broader strategy to focus on premium vehicles under the Cadillac and Buick brands, along with its premium import business, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/gm-closing-plant-china-part-restructuring-2025-02-14/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">said</a> Reuters.
These strategic shifts by GM and Ford highlight the challenges faced by U.S. automakers in the Chinese market, including high tariffs and increasing competition from local manufacturers, particularly in the electric vehicle sector. Both companies are adapting their operations to navigate these challenges and optimize their global strategies.
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