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Amazon.com Inc. stands as a $2 trillion retail giant today, but its survival was in serious jeopardy back in 2001. After the dot-com bubble burst, Amazon's stock plummeted 90%, leading many critics to predict its demise. 
However, founder Jeff Bezos reversed the company's fortunes with help from a surprising source: Costco Wholesale Corp. founder Jim Sinegal.
In 2001, Bezos met with Sinegal over coffee at a Starbucks inside a Barnes &amp; Noble near Amazon's Bellevue, Washington offices, as detailed in the book "The Everything Store" by journalist Brad Stone.
Initially, Bezos sought to discuss sourcing products from Costco, but the conversation shifted to pricing strategies that would ultimately shape Amazon's future, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/17/jeff-bezos-costco-founder-coffee-meeting-helped-revive-amazon.html">reports</a> CNBC.
Sinegal shared Costco's core principle: "value trumps everything." He explained how the retailer kept prices "dirt cheap" by cutting unnecessary costs and building strong supplier relationships. Costco's low prices, he said, reinforced the value of its annual membership, which accounted for much of its profitability.
"The membership fee is a one-time pain, but it's reinforced every time customers walk in and see forty-seven-inch televisions that are two hundred dollars less than anyplace else," Sinegal reportedly told Bezos, and as quoted by Stone. 
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Inspired by this, Bezos quickly called a meeting at Amazon to address the company's "incoherent" pricing strategy. By that summer, Amazon began cutting prices on flagship products like books, music, and videos, offering discounts of up to 30%. Bezos famously declared, "There are two kinds of companies: Those that work to raise prices and those that work to lower them. We'll always be the second."
The strategy paid off. By the end of 2001, Amazon posted its first profitable quarter, a turnaround Bezos credited to lower prices and cost-cutting measures. 
In 2005, Amazon launched its membership program, Prime, echoing Costco's model by offering discounted prices and free shipping to paying members. Bezos later described Prime as offering such good value that "you'd be irresponsible not to be a member."
Today, Amazon's approach to pricing and memberships, rooted in the lessons of that pivotal 2001 meeting, continues to underpin its global success.
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Costco Founder's Chat With Bezos Over Coffee Helped Save Amazon

Billionaire entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban recently divulged his top strategies for successful negotiation, emphasizing the significance of patience and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41196856/heres-how-mark-cubans-drunken-splurge-of-125-000-turned-into-a-profitable-investment">willingness to compromise</a>.
What Happened: Cuban shared that the most effective negotiators he has collaborated with demonstrate a readiness to compromise and exhibit patience, keeping their end goals in sight. 
He stressed that it isn&#8217;t necessary to emerge victorious on every point of a deal, and that conceding on some aspects to finalize the deal is perfectly acceptable.
Speaking <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/26/mark-cuban-top-strategies-best-negotiators-use-to-succeed.html">with</a> CNBC, Cuban said, &#8220;Expert dealmakers know not to rush or nitpick when bargaining. One: They're patient because they know what they're trying to accomplish. Two: They don't try to win every deal point. It's OK to give something in order to get the deal done."
As a judge on ABC&#8217;s &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221;, Cuban often employs a strategy of patient silence, enabling him to gather information before proposing investment offers. 
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He asserts that active listening is a key component in negotiations, stating,&nbsp;&#8220;The more you pay attention&nbsp;and the more aware you&nbsp;are, the better opportunity you&nbsp;have to get what you&nbsp;want. Silence is money.&#8221;
In a particular &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; episode, Cuban demonstrated his strategic patience by initially rejecting an investment offer, only to later join the bidding war and secure a deal. 
However, Cuban also confessed that he occasionally deviates from his usual approach, as evidenced by his immediate acquisition of the NBA&#8217;s Dallas Mavericks in 2000 without any negotiation.
"It was all about fun. That was like a dream, I didn't even negotiate, I was just like, ‘Yes, whatever,&#8221; Cuban said in a podcast before. 
Why It Matters: Mark Cuban&#8217;s negotiation strategies provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike. 
His emphasis on patience, compromise, and active listening highlights the importance of these qualities in successful deal-making. 
Cuban&#8217;s approach, as demonstrated in his role on &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; and his acquisition of the Dallas Mavericks, underscores the fact that flexibility and adaptability are also crucial in negotiations.
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A well-known crypto analyst who accurately predicted the market collapse of 2022 is now cautioning that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) may be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41869087/kiyosaki-aims-to-own-100-bitcoins-by-2025-i-wish-bitcoin-was-back-to-10-a-coin-but-wishing-has-never-made-poor-people-richer">nearing a local top</a>.
What Happened: Pseudonymous analyst Capo believes that certain indicators suggest Bitcoin could face a pullback in the near future. The analyst, recognized for their precise market calls, has shared their concerns about Bitcoin's current trajectory. 
In a recent <a href="https://t.me/CryptoCapoTG/933">post</a> on Telegram, the crypto expert pointed to factors like overextended bullish sentiment and waning momentum as signs that a correction might be imminent.
Bitcoin has recently experienced a significant recovery, climbing past $37,000 after a prolonged bear market. However, the analyst warns that the asset's strong rally could be losing steam, leaving it vulnerable to short-term declines. Capo argues that traders should exercise caution and prepare for potential volatility.
"I'm still out of the market for a few weeks now. At this point, it doesn't matter if Bitcoin reaches $98,000, $99,000, or if it goes above $100,000. The local top could occur at any moment, and this movement could be fully retraced," Capo said in the post. 
Capo outlines several reasons for his belief that a market correction is likely, including the fact that pro-crypto U.S. President-elect Donald Trump won't assume office until January 20th.
Capo shared some of the reasons why he is being cautious about the Bitcoin move. 
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&#8220;Sentiment is extremely bullish here. Retail is piling in massively, aping into memecoins. The memecoin rally feels overextended, and that's unhealthy. A strong correction is overdue, and it will likely affect the entire market. Trump is still not in power. The Democrats are still governing the country, and despite saying the transfer of power would be ‘smooth and in a peaceful way,' they are already trying to provoke a big war. In my view, this is a desperate attempt to apply the martial law or/and leave Trump in a complicated position,&#8221; Capo said in the post. 
Capo added, &#8220;Also, the US government holds 208,109 BTC (currently $20.15 billion). They recently got approval to sell the Silk Road Bitcoin, likely through auctions or gradual sales. Honestly, it wouldn't be surprising if they timed it to tank BTC prices and make the next administration look bad – or just to make sure they don't leave those BTC behind for them to use.&#8221;
&#8220;Many altcoins are showing weakness and testing major levels as resistance. It's mostly a BTC and memecoins run, which is never a good sign. Not ruling out a few final altcoins pumps, but if my thesis is right, they could dump 60-80% over the next few weeks," the analyst concluded. 
Why It Matters: Despite the cautionary outlook, Bitcoin remains a dominant force in the cryptocurrency market, with proponents pointing to its long-term potential as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. Institutional adoption and favorable regulatory developments continue to support the broader bullish case.
For investors, this latest warning serves as a reminder of the inherent volatility in the crypto market. While Bitcoin has defied expectations before, understanding market dynamics and being prepared for fluctuations is essential for navigating the space.
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Elon Musk&#8216;s net worth has reached an unprecedented $347.8 billion. This significant increase in wealth is attributed to a surge in the stock of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and a successful funding round for his AI startup, xAI.
What Happened:&nbsp;Musk&#8217;s wealth has seen a substantial increase due&nbsp;to a 3.8% jump in&nbsp;Tesla stock&nbsp;and a new funding round&nbsp;for xAI, which now values the startup at $50 billion. 
This has led to Musk surpassing his previous wealth record of $340.4 billion set in 2021.
The Insider reports that <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-net-worth-wealth-tesla-stock-trump-election-ev-2024-11">the </a>net worth of the Tesla and SpaceX CEO has increased&nbsp;by an unmatched $117.8 billion&nbsp;this year, placing him over&nbsp;$128 billion ahead of the&nbsp;second richest person, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Tesla&#8217;s stock has seen a surge following&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8216;s victory in the&nbsp;U.S. presidential election, closing on Friday at $352.56.
Mark Malek, the chief investment officer at Siebert, suggested that the stock&#8217;s increase is partly due to Musk&#8217;s public involvement in Trump&#8217;s campaign.
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Musk&#8217;s 13% stake in Tesla has also seen a significant increase in value, with his personal fortune now exceeding Salesforce&#8217;s $327 billion.
Why It Matters: The surge in Musk&#8217;s wealth highlights the growing influence of tech entrepreneurs in the global economy. 
Musk&#8217;s companies, Tesla and SpaceX, have been at the forefront of technological innovation, driving advancements in electric vehicles and space travel. 
The successful funding round for xAI, Musk&#8217;s AI startup, also underscores the increasing importance of artificial intelligence in various sectors. 
This record-breaking increase in Musk&#8217;s wealth is a testament to the significant role these tech giants play in shaping the future of our world.
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New data from Realtor.com shows a partisan divide in housing market sentiment after<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42027218/could-trumps-housing-plans-reshape-the-real-estate-market"> Donald Trump&#8217;s presidential election victory</a>. Republicans have increased optimism, while Democrats are hesitant about home-buying plans.
Morning Consult&#8217;s survey in early November found that roughly 20% of Republicans report being more likely to purchase a home due to the election outcome. In contrast, nearly a quarter of Democrats indicate they&#8217;re now less likely to enter the housing market in the coming year.
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Independent voters remained largely unmoved by the election results, with 74% reporting no change in their home-buying intentions. The contrasting sentiments align with Trump&#8217;s proposed housing policies. Real estate experts anticipate market changes under his leadership, particularly around interest rates and development regulations. His platform, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/11/41968915/will-trumps-second-term-unlock-housing-lower-rates-more-development-on-the-table-experts-say">announced before the election</a>, called for removing construction barriers, including regulations that currently add over $90,000 to new home prices and for opening federal lands for housing development.
&#8220;Many in the real estate business are elated with a Trump victory and if the administration can live up to its campaign promises, rightfully so,&#8221; said Alex Beene, financial literacy instructor at the University of Tennessee at Martin. &#8220;For months, he has been advocating for lower interest rates, which have become one of the most significant barriers to homeownership in the post-pandemic years.&#8221;
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However, Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale said the proposals present opportunities and challenges. While supply-side policies might boost housing inventory, proposed immigration restrictions could affect construction labor. Census Bureau data shows that up to one-third of residential construction relies on foreign-born workers. The survey polled 2,201 adults nationwide and highlighted demographic variations in housing market confidence.
Male respondents showed notably higher optimism, with 18% indicating an increased likelihood to buy compared to 10% of women. Generation Z emerged as the most optimistic age group, with 22% reporting enhanced home-buying prospects, followed by millennials at 19%, Generation X at 12% and baby boomers at 6%.
Economic outlook drives the responses. Republicans who expressed increased interest in home buying cited anticipated improvements in economic conditions and confidence in the new administration.&nbsp;
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Democrats who expressed decreased home-buying interest pointed to economic concerns. &#8220;There is a very real possibility that the economy will tank and having my own home will be impossible,&#8221; one participant stated. Others specifically mentioned worries about inflation and tariff policies.
The housing sentiment split mirrors broader economic confidence trends. Morning Consult data cited by Realtor shows Republican consumer sentiment surged nearly 30% postelection, while Democratic sentiment declined 13% during the same period.
Current homeowners across party lines reported minimal impact on their selling intentions, though Democrats showed a slightly higher tendency to delay selling plans.
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A market analyst says Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>) could experience a massive rally, predicting gains exceeding 2,000%.
What Happened: The forecast has sparked excitement among the cryptocurrency's community as SHIB continues to gain traction as a leading meme coin.
Crypto analyst Austin Hilton, known for his bold predictions, shared his thoughts in a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_vGuPm_7FQ">post</a> on YouTube and suggested that favorable market conditions and strategic developments could push SHIB into a significant uptrend.
Hilton highlighted key catalysts, such as increased adoption and potential ecosystem upgrades, as reasons behind the bullish outlook.
Shiba Inu has already seen remarkable growth since its inception, fueled by its vibrant community and utility within the Shiba ecosystem, including decentralized exchanges and NFT marketplaces. The recent prediction has added momentum to the ongoing discussions about SHIB's long-term potential.
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At the time of writing, SHIB was trading at $0.00002478, down by 4% in the last 24 hours. 
Despite its current price hovering at fractions of a cent, the analyst believes that strategic milestones could propel SHIB's value. These include the expansion of ShibaSwap, further token burns to reduce supply, and adoption by mainstream businesses for payments.
However, experts have cautioned that such exponential growth is not guaranteed and remains highly speculative. The cryptocurrency market's volatility and reliance on broader economic conditions mean that predictions should be approached with caution. Investors are advised to conduct thorough research and assess risks before making decisions.
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Retired seniors in Nebraska recently posed a financial dilemma to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/42024498/it-sounds-like-a-relationship-issue-ramsey-show-hosts-on-fathers-100k-paycut-and-3000-mile-move">The Ramsey Show hosts</a> Rachel Cruze and George Kamel: Should they withdraw funds from their IRA to buy a house outright or use monthly distributions to manage a mortgage?&nbsp;
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The couple, with an annual income of $125,000 from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41210847/do-former-u-s-presidents-really-collect-social-security-the-surprising-truth-about-their-retirem">Social Security and pensions</a>, has $200,000 in cash savings and over $500,000 in IRAs. Their goal is to purchase a $450,000 home and they're seeking advice from The Ramsey Show to help them determine the best option for their financial stability.
Kamel started by breaking down the couple's options.
He noted that the $200,000 cash would be a "serious down payment," which would be helpful; however, using their IRA to cover the balance in full would deplete a large portion of their retirement savings. "So they would have to live off of Social Security and pensions for the rest of their life."
Cruze added that the couple's income of $125,000 is above average, providing a solid foundation if they did decide to purchase the home outright from IRA funds. Ultimately, the hosts suggested <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/40754039/68-year-old-is-told-to-take-out-a-bigger-mortgage-for-bills-rather-than-tap-into-401-k-suze-orma">taking out a mortgage</a> might be the best option.
Kamel commented that the couple is already paying rent, implying they could handle a mortgage just fine now. "If times get tough, they have the money," he added. "And they could leave the money invested, let it continue to grow."
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Another perspective the hosts offered is that the couple could consider downsizing and purchasing something smaller than a $450,000 home if they didn't need a house with more than 1-2 bedrooms. That would allow them to pay the home off quicker and potentially immediately without tapping too much into their retirement accounts.&nbsp;
The median home price in Nebraska is $289,200 – substantially less than the $450,000 home being considered by this Nebraska couple.
This couple's situation reflects broader trends in home buying among retirees. According to the National Association of Realtors, baby boomers, who often purchase to downsize or relocate closer to family, represent a significant share of homebuyers. Additionally, retirees often prioritize maintaining liquidity and minimizing debt, aligning with Cruze and Kamel's advice to avoid fully depleting retirement accounts.
While there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer, the couple has several options. Whether they choose to buy their $450,000 dream home with a mix of cash and a mortgage or downsize to a smaller property, Cruze and Kamel advise that their focus should remain on maintaining financial security and minimizing future debt.&nbsp;
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In a recent poll, more than half of Americans expressed their support for the plans and policies of President-elect Donald Trump as he <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42027218/could-trumps-housing-plans-reshape-the-real-estate-market">gears up for his second term</a>.
What Happened: A Pew Research Center <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2024/11/22/public-narrowly-approves-of-trumps-plans-most-are-skeptical-he-will-unify-the-country/">poll</a> found that 53% of Americans are in favor of Trump&#8217;s agenda for his forthcoming term, which starts in less than two months. The poll showed a 46% disapproval rate for his plans.
The results fell along party lines, with 88% of Republicans and Republican-leaning independents backing Trump&#8217;s agenda, while 82% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning individuals expressed disapproval.
Close to 60% of the respondents expressed confidence in Trump&#8217;s capability to make sound economic decisions. A majority of Americans also demonstrated confidence in Trump&#8217;s approach&nbsp;to law enforcement and criminal&nbsp;justice (54%), immigration (53%), and foreign policy (53%).
Post-election sentiments towards Trump have soared to an all-time high, with 43% offering him a &#8220;warm&#8221; or &#8220;very warm&#8221; rating on Pew&#8217;s &#8220;feeling thermometer.&#8221; This marks a notable increase from his 34% warm rating following the 2020 election.
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However, only 31% of respondents characterized Trump&#8217;s post-election unification efforts as &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;excellent.&#8221; Moreover, a mere 14% anticipate an improvement in partisan relations during Trump&#8217;s second term.
The poll was conducted from November 12 to 17, surveying 9,609 adults across the nation.
Why It Matters:&nbsp;The poll results provide a snapshot of the nation&#8217;s sentiment towards Trump&#8217;s second-term agenda. The data shows a clear partisan divide, reflecting the ongoing political polarization in the country. 
The high approval ratings for Trump&#8217;s economic decisions and approaches to law enforcement, immigration, and foreign policy indicate the areas where Americans have the most confidence in the President-elect. 
However, the low expectations for improved partisan relations and Trump&#8217;s unification efforts highlight the challenges that lie ahead in his second term.
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Billionaire Elon Musk, co-director of President-elect Donald Trump&#8216;s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been using his social media platform to criticize specific government departments and individuals.
What Happened: Musk, who has a following of 205 million on his platform, recently targeted Ashley Thomas, a director of climate diversification at the U.S. International Development Finance Corp. His post, which labeled her role as a &#8220;fake job,&#8221; led to a wave of online ridicule against Thomas.
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Earlier this month, Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech-company founder, were appointed by Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency. 
The duo has since been vocal about their plans for &#8220;mass head-count reductions&#8221; across the federal bureaucracy.
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According to the report <a href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/musk-unleashes-online-army-on-federal-workers-a-tough-way-to-find-out-shes-losing-her-job-f57a2e94">by </a>The Wall Street Journal, Musk&#8217;s recent social media activities mark a return to his controversial practice of calling out individuals, a tactic he had previously employed on Twitter. 
His targets this week included Alexis Pelosi, a senior climate adviser at the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and two other federal officials with climate-related roles.
Everett Kelley, president of the American Federation of Government Employees, criticized Musk&#8217;s tactics, stating that they were intended to instill fear among federal employees, reports the outlet. 
Kelley argued that Musk should instead focus on federal contractors, who he claims cost the government far more than the civilian workforce.
Why It Matters: Musk&#8217;s recent actions on social media have raised concerns about the potential impact on the morale and productivity of federal employees. 
His targeting of specific individuals and departments could lead to a climate of fear and uncertainty, which could in turn affect the functioning of the federal bureaucracy. 
Furthermore, the controversy surrounding Musk&#8217;s tactics could potentially overshadow the work of the Department of Government Efficiency, and distract from its mission to streamline government operations and reduce costs.
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In a recent blog post, Mary Trump warned about the alleged influence of Russian President Vladimir Putin on her uncle, President-elect Donald Trump.
What Happened: Mary Trump expressed her apprehensions about&nbsp;her uncle&#8217;s admiration for Putin, suggesting it could negatively impact U.S. support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing Russian invasion.
She called Trump &#8220;Putin&#8217;s puppet&#8221; and cautioned that his actions could leave Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a vulnerable position.
In her <a href="https://www.marytrump.org/p/a-thousand-days?utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web">post</a>, Mary Trump also criticized her uncle&#8217;s admiration for Elon Musk, alleging that Musk has been in regular contact with Putin since 2022.
&#8220;Of all the unthinkable scenarios we&#8217;ve been forced to consider since Donald won the election on November 5th is the possibility that all of this will have been for nought,&#8221; Mary Trump wrote. &#8220;After all, the fate of Ukraine and Zelensky may rest with Donald Trump, Putin&#8217;s puppet, a man who is enamored of and beholden to the very autocrat who wants to destroy our ally.&#8221;
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Meanwhile, Zelensky warned this week that Ukraine could lose the war if the U.S. cuts military aid. His comments followed the Biden administration&#8217;s announcement of a new $275 million military aid package for Ukraine.
Zelensky acknowledged the potential influence&nbsp;Donald Trump could have on&nbsp;ending the war, stating, &#8220;Yes,&nbsp;he can,&#8221; but said it&nbsp;would not be simple. He&nbsp;emphasized&nbsp;the importance of maintaining unity&nbsp;between Ukraine, Europe, and the&nbsp;United States, warning that a&nbsp;loss of this unity could&nbsp;have dangerous consequences.
Why It Matters: The allegations by Mary Trump underscore the complex and potentially precarious relationship between the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine. 
The influence of Putin on Donald Trump, if true, could significantly alter U.S. foreign policy and its stance towards the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. 
Furthermore, the alleged contact between Elon Musk and Putin raises questions about the role of private sector leaders in international politics. This situation warrants close observation as it unfolds, given its potential to reshape geopolitical dynamics.
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In 2014, during an interview with Charlie Rose at the TED Conference, Google cofounder Larry Page made headlines with an unusual revelation. Page didn't point to traditional charitable foundations or heirs when asked about his thoughts on legacy and philanthropy. Instead, he floated the idea of leaving his wealth to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/05/38942636/elon-musk-reportedly-bought-a-secret-mansion-shortly-after-selling-all-his-possessions-and-publicly">Elon Musk</a>, the tech visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX.
Page's reasoning? Musk's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/40778284/elon-musk-says-almost-anyone-can-afford-a-trip-to-mars-at-100-000-to-500-000-even-if-it-means-se">bold mission to colonize Mars</a> and "back up humanity." In the interview, Rose referenced past comments Page had made about this idea, asking for clarification.&nbsp;
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According to the transcript on the Charlie Rose site, Rose said: "You once said – actually, I think I've got this about right – that you might consider, rather than giving your money to a cause, simply giving it to Elon Musk because you had confidence he would change the future."
Larry Page replied: "He actually wanted to go to Mars – he wants to go to Mars to back up humanity." He elaborated, "It's a company and it's philanthropical. So I think, you know, we aim to do kind of similar things."
Page then shifted focus to Google's culture of innovation, adding, "We have a lot of employees at Google who've become pretty wealthy … A lot of people in there are pretty wealthy. You're working because you want to change the world and you want to make it better. So why isn't the company they work for worthy not just of your time, but your money as well?"
For Page, Musk's ambitious goals aligned with his belief that companies, when run effectively, could drive revolutionary change. He elaborated, saying, "Lots of companies don't succeed over time. They usually miss the future … I try to focus on that: What is the future really going to be? And how do we create it?"
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Page and Musk once shared a close friendship. Musk frequently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/03/37923084/elon-musk-used-to-email-ex-google-ceo-larry-page-when-he-was-kind-of-homeless-and-ask-can-i-come">stayed at Page's house</a> during visits to Silicon Valley and their shared passion for pushing technological boundaries made them natural allies. Their camaraderie landed them on Fortune's 2016 list of "Business Leaders You Didn't Know Were BFFs."&nbsp;
Musk even <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/02/36953481/elon-musk-almost-sold-tesla-to-google-for-11-billion-but-he-called-the-deal-off-when-he-no-longer-ne">attempted to sell Tesla to Google</a> for $11 billion, according to Ashlee Vance&#8217;s biography, &#8220;Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX and the Quest for a Fantastic Future.&#8221; The two friends actually both agreed to the deal via handshake, but called it off once Tesla "no longer needed a savior."
However, their relationship reportedly soured around 2013. Musk's growing concerns about the dangers of artificial intelligence clashed with Page's more optimistic outlook. At Musk's birthday party that year, the two had a heated debate about AI. Page allegedly called Musk a "speciesist" for prioritizing human interests over other forms of intelligence.
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The tension grew after Musk cofounded OpenAI, a nonprofit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/04/38073344/mark-cuban-predicts-worlds-first-trillionaire-wont-be-musk-or-bezos-itll-be-someone-who-masters-ai-a">ensuring AI safety</a>, which was seen as a direct challenge to Google, which had acquired DeepMind, a leading AI company. Musk even tried to dissuade DeepMind's CEO from selling to Google, further straining their relationship.
But despite their falling out, Musk has recently desired to mend fences. In a 2023 podcast with Lex Fridman, Musk said, "I would like to be friends again with Larry. I haven't seen him in ages. We were friends for a very long time." However, he acknowledged that Page might not feel the same, noting, "He doesn't want to talk to me anymore."
Larry Page's 2014 remarks about leaving his fortune to Elon Musk reflect his belief that revolutionary change outweighs incremental progress. While the future of their friendship remains uncertain, both Page and Musk continue to be key players in shaping the future of technology – and maybe even humanity.
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Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea &#8220;Shaye&#8221; Moss have filed a motion in federal court demanding that Rudy Giuliani be held in civil contempt for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40666864/rudy-giulianis-legal-troubles-deepen-former-georgia-election-workers-seek-to-seize-assets" rel="noreferrer noopener">continuing to spread false claims about them</a>.
This request, submitted Wednesday, stems from Giuliani&#8217;s ongoing defamation despite a prior injunction forbidding him from making such statements, Forbes <a target="_blank" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2024/11/20/georgia-election-workers-want-giuliani-sanctioned-for-defaming-them-again/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
A federal judge has ordered Giuliani to respond by December 2, with a hearing set for December 12.
On Thursday, Rudy Giuliani challenged the judge&#8217;s ruling from last month, which required him to hand over most of his assets to the two Georgia election workers, per a news <a href="https://thehill.com/video/giuliani-appeals-decision-ordering-him-to-turn-over-assets-to-election-workers/10242068/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">report</a> by The Hill.
In May, Giuliani agreed to stop making false allegations related to the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40165381/rudy-giulianis-bankruptcy-case-was-tossed-out-he-owes-152-million-and-lawyer-says-hell-join-rank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2020 election and its results</a>.
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Now, the election workers are seeking sanctions against Giuliani after he failed to honor the terms of this agreement, continuing to falsely accuse Freeman and Moss of wrongdoing, including baselessly claiming that they had &#8220;quadruple counted&#8221; ballots—a claim for which there is no evidence,
Giuliani allegedly doubled down on his false claims during his online show last week, defiantly shrugging off the threat of another lawsuit. He declared, &#8220;What am I going to do but tell the truth?&#8221; Forbes writes, quoting Giuliani.
These statements directly violate the court order he had previously agreed to.
As a result of Giuliani&#8217;s defamation, he was ordered to pay Freeman and Moss $148 million.
However, after declaring bankruptcy, he has been forced to begin turning over his assets to satisfy the judgment, including his car and New York City apartment.
Freeman and Moss are now asking the court to enforce penalties on Giuliani, potentially including further damages.
Giuliani&#8217;s spokesperson, Ted Goodman, has called the motion an attack on Giuliani&#8217;s First Amendment rights, insisting that he should be able to defend himself, Forbes adds.
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Both companies&#8217; shares jumped on the news as investors followed Buffett&#8217;s lead. Domino&#8217;s stock has risen 8.5% year-to-date and 20% over the past year. Pool Corp., though down 9% year-to-date, has seen a modest 3.5% annual increase.
Buffett has long <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42011977/99-billion-bet-warren-buffett-invests-heavily-in-2-stocks-expected-to-jump-19-and-20-wall-street-analysts-predict">extolled the value of brands</a> as economic moats. That means they defend a company's market position from competitors. "A strong brand is potent stuff," Buffett famously said. Domino's and Pool Corp. both exemplify this.
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Domino&#8217;s has built an empire around its efficient delivery model and recognizable branding. It's the largest pizza chain in the U.S. for a reason. Despite missing revenue expectations in its third-quarter earnings, the company beat Wall Street&#8217;s forecasts for profitability and continues to show resilience. Analysts, such as those at Loop Capital, recently upgraded the stock. They see signs of accelerating same-store sales.
Pool Corp., on the other hand, benefits from its dominant market share in a niche yet essential industry. Even as discretionary spending on pool construction dips, the company continues seeing high demand for maintenance products, which drives its consistent revenues. Oppenheimer recently raised its price target for Pool Corp. after its quarterly earnings beat estimates.
"He doesn't invest – take a swing of the bat – unless the opportunity appears unbelievably good," Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates said of Buffett. These investments align perfectly with that approach. Domino&#8217;s and Pool Corp. demonstrate lasting appeal and consistent demand, which are key elements in Berkshire&#8217;s portfolio strategy.
The recent moves are classic Buffett, focusing on businesses with solid fundamentals and long-term growth potential. Whether it's pizza delivery or pool maintenance, Buffett has shown that even in the quirkiest corners of the market, there are &#8220;unbelievably good&#8221; opportunities.
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Investor and author Robert Kiyosaki has criticized the U.S. Federal Reserve and commended Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy Inc. for his aggressive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40869188/robert-kiyosaki-rings-alarm-bells-over-soaring-us-debt-the-dollar-is-trash">Bitcoin acquisition strategy</a>.
What Happened: Kiyosaki, known for his pro-cryptocurrency stance, took to social media X to voice his skepticism about the Fed's policies and inflation management. 
He labeled the central bank&#8217;s decisions as detrimental to the economy and suggested that Saylor&#8217;s Bitcoin strategy offers a viable hedge against these issues.
"Michael Saylor's bold Bitcoin purchasing strategy is not just investment; it's a fight against the Fed's reckless policies," Kiyosaki wrote in the post. 
The author has long been an advocate for Bitcoin and other alternative assets, frequently advising followers to invest in assets like gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies to protect themselves from what he sees as the erosion of purchasing power.
Saylor's MicroStrategy is recognized as one of the largest institutional Bitcoin holders, having spent billions acquiring the cryptocurrency. Saylor maintains that Bitcoin is the ultimate store of value in a world grappling with rising inflation and economic uncertainty.
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In his post Kiyosaki also praised President-elect Donald Trump and his position on Bitcoin. Kiyosaki highlighted his work with Trump and shared his belief that Trump could become the first "Bitcoin President," a reflection of Trump's supportive attitude toward cryptocurrency.
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He wrote, &#8220;Let's make America and the world richer again with Bitcoin.&#8221;
Kiyosaki continued to criticize fiat currencies, describing them as tools of government control. 
Why It Matters: His statements reflect a broader sentiment within the crypto community that views Bitcoin as a decentralized alternative to traditional financial systems.
The debate over Bitcoin as a safeguard against inflation has intensified as governments worldwide grapple with economic challenges. Both Kiyosaki and Saylor remain prominent figures in this discourse, influencing retail and institutional investors alike.
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At a recent event, TON announced several significant updates, including improvements to Telegram's applications and the launch of Society DAO, a governance initiative introduced by the TON Foundation.
Benzinga recently caught up with Jack Booth, co-founder of the TON Society, to discuss the organization's efforts to amplify community goals, initiatives like the Open League, Hackers League bootcamps, and more. Here's an excerpt of the conversation.
What makes Telegram uniquely effective for onboarding new users to crypto?
The massive user base, for one. And the ability to create a Telegram mini app for two. So, Telegram mini-apps open in one tab from a Telegram channel. And that provides a totally unique experience because you don&#8217;t need to download a new app.
You normally don&#8217;t need to go through a registration process even to get started. And that is like a 10x better experience than having to go through like, you know, before you&#8217;d start using a crypto application, go through KYC, fund the account, send money from your bank account. Normally most projects on TON are free to get started, free to start using. And so that means it&#8217;s very easy to understand and begin to learn about the crypto application.
How does TON Society support and amplify the TON community's goals?
We are responsible for community engagement. So, our main metric is reach on the community&#8217;s projects and activities as well as getting people to engage in what the ecosystem is up to. So as part of that, we run all of the community channels. So, we see ourselves as almost as an ecosystem journalist reporting on the main stories of the ecosystem as they happen and also running all of the events.
We also run Hackers League as well, which is a more developer-focused event series. We&#8217;re doing this concurrently, so it&#8217;s just a crazy amount of work that we&#8217;ve put into this event plus the boot camps, 20 boot camps we&#8217;ve run over six weeks, each of them three days long over a weekend.
So, starting mid-October until mid-November, we&#8217;ve got these 20 boot camps happening all over the world. And it&#8217;s all in a way of bringing the community together to connect, help them understand how to build their projects, help them get in touch with core members who can help them reach the right people, get the right funding, get access to the right resources. And so, we provide a very important role, I believe, in the ecosystem.
Could you share more about the Open League and how it incentivizes community engagement?
The Open League is a competition between projects where the Open League this season will actually pay airdrops to the users of the projects. And in that way, that pushes people to go, oh, you know what, I want to participate in the Open League. And because we make it a big structure that all projects in the TON ecosystem can plug into, now everyone in the TON community knows about it. They know how to get involved, and there&#8217;s incentives involved. So now we&#8217;re incentivizing people to not only just get involved in the projects, but also to share those projects, to post about them.
It&#8217;s like a flywheel effect of like, projects come in, then they go into the Open League, then they get users, then those users get paid, then those users bring other users in. And so, it&#8217;s like a nice kind of flywheel effect, bringing more people in. In a competitive way, where we&#8217;re not like specifically supporting particular tokens over other tokens. It&#8217;s all fair and transparent.
What is the purpose of The Hackers League bootcamps, and what impact have they had globally?
The purpose is to get people from pitch stage all the way to prize-winning and hopefully fully funded VC-funded startup. This year, we closed $2.1 million of committed capital from different VCs, Mexi Ventures, KUKON Ventures, Gate Ventures, Kinetic Capital, TON Ventures. So, the idea is really to provide a platform that can actually deliver on that promise. You come with a pitch, you meet a load of community members in your boot camp, you do your pitch at the end of the boot camp, and then you apply with that pitch to the hackathon, and then your application gets reviewed and provided to all of these VCs who can then say if you win or not.
So, it&#8217;s a really proven model, like we did in the summer. It was fantastic. We got 1,000 applicants to the hackathon. The Hackers League is like an offline element, which is the three-day boot camps, and then the online hackathon, which all of the applications feed into. So, the one in the summer was 14 of those people from the boot camp actually became winners of the hackathon.
And now they are building projects on TON today.
Are there particular regions or demographics TON Society is focusing on to drive adoption?
Yes, the super app regions. So anywhere where there&#8217;s already an existing super app, we found to be very receptive to the vision of TON. Because they already use super apps.
They have super apps in their lives. There are also a lot of developers that are already building super app applications that are familiar with that type of experience of building within another app. And so, it just makes sense to focus there, where those people have already developed use cases and use, use cases that are valuable for them. So yeah, those are the places. Southeast Asia, CIS, Eastern Europe.
What key metrics or milestones does TON Society use to assess the success of initiatives like The Open League and Hackers League?
Well, there&#8217;s a big variation in different things. Like Open League is based on users, like acquiring new users into TON blockchains and activate wallets. Hackers League is based on applicants to the hackathon.
Generally, TON society is responsible for reach for all of the ecosystem. So, we want to provide different platforms that all the projects can plug into. They get them reach, get them discovered, get people seeing them.
Are there any upcoming programs or initiatives TON Society is planning to support TON's growth?
Yes, there is the TON Teleport launch. So, TON Teleport is a decentralized Bitcoin bridge. It uses the validators of TON network to actually secure the third-party keys.
And so, no one has access to the keys. And it&#8217;s a very secure bridge, extremely secure bridge to take Bitcoin over to TON and mint a wrapped asset called, we&#8217;re calling TG Bitcoin, Bitcoin in Telegram. There&#8217;s going to be a big testing period and then we&#8217;ll launch sometime in Q1. So, with Society DAO, we want to build a way where the community can debate on whatever&#8217;s going on within the ecosystem.
And that would look like a platform that people can come, share their opinion, achieve consensus of community opinion. And when you achieve consensus of community opinion, that can be used to create proposals, on-chain blockchain proposals. In governance generally, there&#8217;s a lot of things that happens before you actually get to a Bill passed, right? A lot of debate in parliaments and Congress and all those types of stuff. In order to actually get to a Bill, it&#8217;s gone through 26 different steps in the case of the UK government. So, we don&#8217;t actually have that in blockchain in general because the debates are so mixed up. There&#8217;s no signal or the noise of what exactly is the community opinion. And so, we want to build a platform that allows us to find consensus in community opinion. And that&#8217;s what we&#8217;re working on.

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As your clients inevitably ask about portfolio positioning for Trump&#8217;s second term, new insights from the Charles Schwab Impact 2024 conference offer crucial talking points for managing expectations and avoiding common investment pitfalls, <a href="https://www.investmentnews.com/rias/expecting-small-cap-or-energy-boom-from-trump-dont-be-so-sure/258316">InvestmentNews reports</a>.
&#8220;Be really careful about extrapolation around election narratives,&#8221; warns Liz Ann Sonders, Schwab&#8217;s chief investment strategist, providing advisors with a powerful historical example: While many professionals confidently steered clients toward energy stocks during Trump&#8217;s first term, expecting sector-wide gains, energy actually plummeted over 40%, significantly underperforming all other sectors.
For advisors fielding questions about small-cap allocations—particularly given recent market enthusiasm—Sonders recommends a more nuanced client discussion. Rather than broad small-cap exposure, consider explaining to clients the stark reality that approximately 40% of Russell 2000 companies are unprofitable. Instead, suggest more selective approaches, such as funds tracking the S&amp;P SmallCap 600 Index, which applies stricter quality criteria.
When discussing Trump&#8217;s proposed policies with clients, Schwab&#8217;s chief global investment strategist Jeff Kleintop suggests framing the proposed 26% tariff rate as a negotiating position rather than a certainty. However, advisors should prepare clients for potential inflationary impacts if significant tariffs are implemented.
Fixed income discussions require particular attention, according to Kathy Jones, Schwab&#8217;s chief fixed income strategist. Consider warning clients that proposed immigration policies could reduce the labor force by 8% or more, potentially driving up labor costs and inflation. This may lead to higher-than-expected terminal rates—possibly 3.5% to 4% rather than the previously anticipated 2.75%.
Bottom line for advisors: Help clients avoid making investment decisions based on political headlines. Instead, focus client conversations on fundamental economic factors, detailed market analysis, and their long-term financial plans. Remember that during Trump&#8217;s first term, it was broader economic conditions, not policy predictions, that ultimately drove market performance.
Consider scheduling portfolio reviews with clients now to address these concerns proactively and adjust strategies as needed.

Financial Advisors

Why Trump-Era Investment Planning Will Be Different Than Expected

These large-cap stocks were the worst performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Target Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) tumbled 17.83% after the company reported the third-quarter earnings miss, and analysts slashed the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42117500" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Temu parent PDD Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) plummeted 12.22% after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42111158" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">worse-than-expected financial results</a>. Analysts cut <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pdd/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>ZTO Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZTO#NYSE">ZTO</a>) stock fell 8.50% after the company reported third-quarter results and cut its FY24 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42076268" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guidance for parcel volume</a>.</li>
<li>Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THC#NYSE">THC</a>) stock dipped 7.54% after Raymond James downgraded the stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/thc/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">from Strong Buy to Outperform</a>.</li>
<li>Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) fell 7.34% after Berkshire Hathaway <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42013172">cut its position</a> in the stock.</li>
<li>Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) declined 6.94% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42123997" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported second-quarter results</a>. Several analysts revised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/intu/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price forecasts on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Nokia Corporation NYSE: NOK) stock decreased 6.28%. The company secured a multi-year, multi-billion USD contract extension <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42089876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">with </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42089876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bharti Airtel</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42089876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> in India</a>.</li>
<li>Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) shares were down 6.16%. The company plans to issue U.S. dollars and Chinese yuan bonds to raise capital, repay existing debt, and support <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42032495" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">an ongoing stock buyback initiative</a>.</li>
<li>Banco Santander (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAN#NYSE">SAN</a>) stock dipped 5.60%.</li>
<li>Incyte Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INCY#NASDAQ">INCY</a>) stock declined 5.47% after the company announced that data from its Phase 2 study evaluating MRGPRX4 (INCB000547) in cholestatic does not <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42070590" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">support further development</a>.</li>
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These large-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares rocketed 78.42%. The company announced it submitted a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42111748" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> compliance plan to Nasdaq</a>.</li>
<li>Snowflake Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>) stock jumped 32.93% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results for the third quarter and raised guidance. Several analysts raised price <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42117057" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">targets following the print</a>.</li>
<li>Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSM#NYSE">WSM</a>) stock escalated 31.63%  after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter 2024 results, announced a new $1 billion buyback <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42091624" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">program, and raised its outlook</a>. Analysts boosted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wsm/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) stock zoomed 31.52% after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42072077" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">better-than-expected financial results</a>.</li>
<li>Texas Pacific Land Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPL#NYSE">TPL</a>) stock rose 27.21%.</li>
<li>Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AS#NYSE">AS</a>) stock rose 25.71% after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42065028" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reporting third-quarter results</a>. Multiple analysts raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/as/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their respective price targets</a>.</li>
<li>Elastic N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESTC#NYSE">ESTC</a>) shares upped 25.15% after the company reported second-quarter financial results and issued FY25<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42123410" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> guidance above estimates</a>. Several analysts boosted the price <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/estc/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shares escalated 23.85%  after the company announced it completed its previously announced offering of its 0% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42138209" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">convertible senior notes due 2029</a>. </li>
<li>YPF Sociedad Anonima (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>) shares increased 23.59%, probably on continued strength after the nation received a credit upgrade from Fitch over the weekend.</li>
<li>Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DDOG#NASDAQ">DDOG</a>) stock gained 23.59% last week in sympathy with Snowflake, which reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/node/42117057">third-quarter results</a>.</li>
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Super Micro Computer, Snowflake And MicroStrategy Are Among Top 10 Large-Cap Gainers Last Week (Nov 18-Nov 22): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

The housing market continues its downturn as mortgage applications hit their lowest levels in three decades, according to data issued by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).
Nick Gerli, CEO of Reventure Consulting, pointed to the reality on X, formerly Twitter, noting that current mortgage demand has fallen about 50% compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. For sellers, the latest figures are a bad sign as they head into winter, with purchase applications down 49.7% from 2019 levels and 55.2% below 2020 numbers.
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The downturn continues despite favorable conditions that typically boost market activity. Despite<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41820253/fed-cuts-interest-rates-to-lowest-since-february-2023-sticks-to-data-driven-path"> two Federal Reserve rate cuts – </a>one in September and another in early November – and the election&#8217;s conclusion, buyers remain hesitant to enter the market.
Behind the reluctance is historically poor homebuyer sentiment. The University of Michigan Sentiment Survey data showed that most Americans "believe that high interest rates are weighing down homebuying conditions."&nbsp;
According to Gerli, the core issue centers on housing prices. Current home valuations have reached unsustainable levels relative to inflation and income, exceeding the 2006 housing bubble peaks when adjusted for inflation. The disconnect between perceived value and listing prices drives potential buyers away.
&#8220;So buyers look for a home they think should be $350,000. And it costs $500,000,&#8221; Gerli said. &#8220;And they immediately give up. Because they know the home isn&#8217;t worth that amount.&#8221;
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Recent MBA data supports Gerli's assessment. While overall mortgage application volume showed a minimal 0.5% increase last week – the first rise in seven weeks – the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage climbed to 6.86%, up from 6.81%. Refinancing applications dropped 2% to their lowest point since May despite being 43% higher than the previous year.
Joel Kan, MBA&#8217;s deputy chief economist, notes some bright spots in specific market segments. Applications for FHA and VA loans showed respective increases of 3% and 9%, with FHA rates notably declining against the broader trend.
The regional nature of the housing market <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/10/41541572/purely-supply-demand-imbalance-5-u-s-cities-with-homes-still-under-300k">means some areas may fare better than others</a>. Gerli noted the variations in price forecasts for 2025, particularly between markets like Florida and New York.
For sellers hoping to move properties this winter, the message appears clear – price adjustments may be necessary to attract buyers in the current market environment. Market dynamics suggest a shift in buyer behavior outside of typical seasonal slowdowns, pointing to deeper structural challenges in the housing market that might require price corrections to resolve.
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It&rsquo;s time to start off the trading week with a look at the biggest pre-market stock movers for Monday morning!



Moving stocks this morning are earnings, investments, a delisting and more.



Let&rsquo;s get into that news below!



<h2>Biggest Pre-Market Stock Movers: 10 Top Gainers</h2>



<ol><li>Moolec Science (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mlec-stock-quote/">MLEC</a>) stock is rocketing more than 67% on approval for its <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/moolec-becomes-first-molecular-farming-company-to-achieve-usda-approval-for-plant">plant-groan animal proteins</a>.</li>



<li>OLB Group (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/olb-stock-quote/">OLB</a>) shares are soaring over 46% with heavy pre-market trading.</li>



<li>Complete Solaria (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cslr-stock-quote/">CSLR</a>) stock is surging more than 42% <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/retail-stock-sector-and-chairman-t.j.-rodgers-invest-in-complete-solaria-2024-04-21">on investment news</a>.</li>



<li>SuperCom (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/spcb-stock-quote/">SPCB</a>) shares are gaining over 33% ahead of its <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/supercom-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2023-financial-results-on-april-22">Q4 2023 earnings report</a> this morning.</li>



<li>Dermata Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/drma-stock-quote/">DRMA</a>) stock is rising more than 18% on Monday morning.</li>



<li>Galera Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/grtx-stock-quote/">GRTX</a>) shares are increasing over 17% without any clear news this morning.</li>



<li>Palisade Bio (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/pali-stock-quote/">PALI</a>) stock is climbing more than 16% despite a lack of news today.</li>



<li>Global Gas (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hgas-stock-quote/">HGAS</a>) shares are heading over 14% higher on Monday.</li>



<li>Volato (NYSEMKT:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/soar-stock-quote/">SOAR</a>) stock is jumping more than 13% on Monday morning.</li>



<li>Portage Biotech (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/prtg-stock-quote/">PRTG</a>) shares are up over 13% today.</li>
</ol><h2>10 Top Losers</h2>



<ol><li>Vaxxinity (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vaxx-stock-quote/">VAXX</a>) stock is crashing more than 55% on the company&rsquo;s <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vaxxinity-announces-intention-voluntarily-delist-202700884.html">plans to delist its shares</a>.</li>



<li>EzFill (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ezfl-stock-quote/">EZFL</a>) shares are plummeting close to 37% this morning.</li>



<li>Hepion Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hepa-stock-quote/">HEPA</a>) stock is diving over 29% on plans to <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/hepion-pharmaceuticals-initiates-wind-down-activities-in-phase-2b-ascend-nash-trial">wind down a clinical trial</a>.</li>



<li>iLearningEngines (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/aile-stock-quote/">AILE</a>) shares are tumbling more than 21% after <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ilearningengines-inc-becomes-publicly-traded-200500132.html">going public last week</a>.</li>



<li>Redwoods Acquisition (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rwod-stock-quote/">RWOD</a>) stock is taking an over 15% beating <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/04/why-is-redwoods-acquisition-rwod-stock-up-72-today/">after a recent rally</a>.</li>



<li>Biophytis (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/bpts-stock-quote/">BPTS</a>) shares are sliding more than 15% ahead of <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/biophytis-announces-ratio-change-under-its-american-depositary-receipt-adr-program-0">a ratio change tomorrow</a>.</li>



<li>Adlai Nortye (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/anl-stock-quote/">ANL</a>) stock is dropping nearly 15% today.</li>



<li>BioSig Technologies (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/bsgm-stock-quote/">BSGM</a>) shares are falling over 13% this morning.</li>



<li>Sunshine Biopharma (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/sbfm-stock-quote/">SBFM</a>) stock is decreasing more than 12% today.</li>



<li>Indonesia Energy (NYSEMKT:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/indo-stock-quote/">INDO</a>) shares close out our pre-market stock movers down over 10%.</li>
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Vaxxinity&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vaxx-stock-quote/">VAXX</a>) stock is falling hard on Monday after the biotechnology company announced plans to <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vaxxinity-announces-intention-voluntarily-delist-202700884.html">voluntarily delist its shares</a> from the Nasdaq Exchange.



Vaxxinity&nbsp;will file to delist its shares on April 29, 2024. The company expects this to result in its final day of trading on the Nasdaq Exchange being May 9, 2024.



Vaxxinity&nbsp;is voluntarily delisting its shares due to a delisting notice it received in February. This gave the company until Aug. 7, 2024 to get its share price back above the $1 minimum required for compliance.



However, Vaxxinity&nbsp;is delisting its shares early to reduce its obligations. It notes that this will save money compared to staying on the exchange.



<h2>What That Means for VAXX Stock</h2>



Just because Vaxxinity is voluntarily delisting its shares doesn&rsquo;t mean the stock will disappear. Instead, the company expects its shares to trade on the OTC Markets after May 9.



VAXX stock is down 58% as of Monday morning with more than 278,000 shares traded. That&rsquo;s still below its daily average trading volume of about 447,000 shares.



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Hepion Pharmaceuticals&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hepa-stock-quote/">HEPA</a>) stock is diving on Monday after the biopharmaceutical company announced plans to <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/hepion-pharmaceuticals-initiates-wind-down-activities-in-phase-2b-ascend-nash-trial">wind down a clinical trial</a>.



A press release from the company notes that it is winding down it Phase 2b ASCEND-NASH study. The failure of the study comes as it couldn&rsquo;t reach the planned 336 patients. Instead, it only got to 151 patients.



On top of this, Hepion Pharmaceuticals is struggling with resources as the company is exploring strategic alternatives. This didn&rsquo;t leave it with enough room to keep the trial going while waiting for more patients to enroll.



Hepion Pharmaceuticals executive chairman John Brancaccio said the following about the news.




&ldquo;We are disappointed to announce the wind-down of our Phase 2 NASH trial, which we attribute entirely to resource constraints. Given the number of enrolled NASH patients to date and the low probability of generating relevant efficacy data to support a registrational trial with our current cash resources, we have opted to wind down the program and assure that patients are transitioned out of the trial in a safe and compliant manner.&rdquo;




<h2>HEPA Stock Movement Today</h2>



With this news comes a 40.5% drop for HEPA stock on Monday morning. Investors will note that the shares were already down 36.2% year-to-date when markets closed on Friday.



This also comes with around 39,000 shares traded. The company&rsquo;s daily average trading volume is still above that at 75,000 shares.



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These Nike layoffs will result in 740 employees at the company&rsquo;s Beaverton, Oregon, headquarters losing their jobs. This comes after the company announced plans to reduce its workforce by 2% in February.



Nike is planning to handle these layoffs in two rounds. The first round will start immediately, and the second round will <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2024/04/20/nike-layoffs-2024/73396096007/">start by June 28</a>. It&rsquo;s worth noting that Nike currently has about 11,000 employees at its headquarters and 83,000 total.



All of this is part of a restructuring effort that has 1,600 jobs being cut at Nike. The company estimates that these changes will save it $2 billion per year and that it will suffer a $400 million to $450 million charge connected to them.



<h2>Nike Layoffs Statement</h2>



Here&rsquo;s what the company had to say about the layoffs to KGW8:




&ldquo;Nike&rsquo;s always at our best when we&rsquo;re on the offense. The actions that we&rsquo;re taking put us in the position to right-size our organization to get after our biggest growth opportunities as interest in sport, health and wellness have never been stronger.&rdquo;




NKE stock is down slightly on Monday morning after announcing this newest round of layoffs.



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Pre-market stock movers are worth checking out this morning as we dive into all of the biggest news moving shares on Friday!



Moving stocks this morning are earnings reports, a withdrawn acquisition offer, a public offering and more.



Let&rsquo;s get into that news below!



<h2>Biggest Pre-Market Stock Movers: 10 Top Gainers</h2>



<ol><li>Helius Medical Technology (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hsdt-stock-quote/">HSDT</a>) stock is rocketing more than 54% with strong pre-market trading.</li>



<li>Vaxxinity (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vaxx-stock-quote/">VAXX</a>) shares are soaring over 29% with heavy early morning trading.</li>



<li>El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/loco-stock-quote/">LOCO</a>) stock is surging more than 18% alongside <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/el-pollo-loco-holdings-inc-220540558.html">strong Q1 earnings results</a>.</li>



<li>Ardelyx (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ardx-stock-quote/">ARDX</a>) shares are increasing over 18% after <a href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/ardx-stock-earnings-ardelyx-beats-eps-beats-revenue-for-q1-2024/ar-AA1o3YwP?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds">beating Q1 EPS and revenue estimates</a>.</li>



<li>OneSpan (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ospn-stock-quote/">OSPN</a>) stock is rising more than 18% with the release of its <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/onespan-reports-first-quarter-2024-financial-results-2024-05-02">Q1 earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>AXT (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/axti-stock-quote/">AXTI</a>) shares are gaining over 16% after <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/05/02/2874704/0/en/AXT-Inc-Announces-First-Quarter-2024-Financial-Results.html">releasing its Q1 results</a>.</li>



<li>WideOpenWest (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/wow-stock-quote/">WOW</a>) stock is climbing more than 16% <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318287824&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=WOW&amp;cdn=3e276719e2a8f7f26218657d24e90ba4&amp;companyName=WideOpenWest+Inc.&amp;formType=SC+13D%2FA&amp;formDescription=%5BAmend%5D+General+statement+of+acquisition+of+beneficial+ownership&amp;dateFiled=2024-05-02">on a takeover offer</a>.</li>



<li>Rapid Micro Biosystems (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rpid-stock-quote/">RPID</a>) shares are jumping over 16% alongside its <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/rapid-micro-biosystems-reports-first-quarter-2024-financial-results-2024-05-03">Q1 earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>Allakos (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/allk-stock-quote/">ALLK</a>) stock is getting a more than 15% boost without any clear news this morning.</li>



<li>Jaguar Health (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/jagx-stock-quote/">JAGX</a>) shares are up over 14% with heavy pre-market trading.</li>
</ol><h2>10 Top Losers</h2>



<ol><li>Sprout Social (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/spt-stock-quote/">SPT</a>) stock is diving more than 29% after <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sprout-social-announces-first-quarter-200500590.html">missing Q1 revenue estimates</a>.</li>



<li>CF Bankshares (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cfbk-stock-quote/">CFBK</a>) shares are tumbling 19% after <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318288388&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=CFBK&amp;cdn=543931818581d75227b695347c29892f&amp;companyName=CF+Bankshares+Inc.&amp;formType=EFFECT&amp;formDescription=Notice+of+Effectiveness&amp;dateFiled=2024-05-02">launching a public offering</a>.</li>



<li>Terran Orbital (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/llap-stock-quote/">LLAP</a>) stock is taking an over 17% beating after Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/lmt-stock-quote/">LMT</a>) <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240502032201/en/Terran-Orbital-Strategic-Review-is-Ongoing">withdrew its bid for the company</a>.</li>



<li>Stem (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/stem-stock-quote/">STEM</a>) shares are sliding more than 17% with its <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stem-announces-first-quarter-2024-200500014.html">Q1 earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>Marin Software (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mrin-stock-quote/">MRIN</a>) stock is dropping over 16% after <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240502429971/en/Marin-Software-Announces-First-Quarter-2024-Financial-Results">releasing Q1 results</a>.</li>



<li>Radcom (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rdcm-stock-quote/">RDCM</a>) shares are decreasing more than 15% <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/u.s.-operator-selects-radcom-to-deliver-saas-service-assurance-solution-on-aws-2024">after rallying yesterday</a>.</li>



<li>Cloudflare (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/net-stock-quote/">NET</a>) stock is falling over 13% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/05/38600530/cloudflare-stock-tanks-following-q1-results-subpar-guidance-heres-why">on lackluster guidance</a>.</li>



<li>NanoVibronix (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/naov-stock-quote/">NAOV</a>) shares are slipping more than 13% <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/nanovibronix-announces-painshield-will-be-included-in-department-of-veteran-affairs">following a rally yesterday</a>.</li>



<li>BigBear.ai (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/bbai-stock-quote/">BBAI</a>) stock is dipping over 13% <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bigbear-ai-announces-first-quarter-201500541.html">on Q1 earnings</a>.</li>



<li>Bullfrog AI (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/bfrg-stock-quote/">BFRG</a>) shares close out our pre-market stock movers down more than 13%.</li>
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Sprout Social&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/spt-stock-quote/">SPT</a>) stock is falling on Friday after the social media management company announced earnings results for the <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sprout-social-announces-first-quarter-200500590.html">first quarter of 2024</a>.



Holding back Sprout Social stock this morning is its revenue of $96.78 million. That didn&rsquo;t reach Wall Street&rsquo;s estimate of $97.2 million for the quarter. This is despite it increasing 29% from the $75.21 million reported in the same period of the year prior.



That&rsquo;s unfortunate as the company&rsquo;s adjusted EPS came in at 10 cents. That&rsquo;s well above the flat earnings analysts were expecting. It&rsquo;s also above the 6 cents per share reported in the first quarter of 2023.



Sprout Social Chief Financial Officer Joe Del Preto said this in the earnings report.




&ldquo;We underestimated the magnitude of enterprise seasonality that now comes with our business mix, while also self-inducing sales execution headwinds during Q1 that we believe were important to position us for future success. We have factored Q1 underperformance and tightened strategic focus into our reduced 2024 revenue forecast, though we believe we&rsquo;re now positioned for greater long- term success.&rdquo;




<h2>SPT Stock Guidance 2024</h2>



Sprout Social&rsquo;s outlook for 2024 includes adjusted EPS of 45 cents to 46 cents alongside revenue ranging from $405 million and $406 million. These are mixed next to Wall Street&rsquo;s estimates of 23 cents per share and revenue of $425.57 million for the year.



SPT stock is down 32.2% as of Friday morning.



There are plenty more stock market stories worth reading about on Friday!



Luckily, we have them all ready to go without coverage of the market today. A few examples include what&rsquo;s happening with shares of Vaxxinity&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vaxx-stock-quote/">VAXX</a>) and Helius Medical Technology&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hsdt-stock-quote/">HSDT</a>) stock today as well as the biggest pre-market stock movers this morning. You can dive into that news down below!



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</ul>On the date of publication, William White did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the&nbsp;InvestorPlace.com&nbsp;<a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/" target="_blank">Publishing Guidelines</a>.
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Vaxxinity&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vaxx-stock-quote/">VAXX</a>) stock is up on Friday with heavy pre-market trading of the biotechnology company&rsquo;s shares.



That has more than 21 million shares of VAXX stock changing hands as of this writing. This is well above its daily average trading volume of about 1 million shares.



Investors will also note that VAXX stock was down 9.1% on Thursday. That also came with heavy trading as some 8.9 million shares of the company&rsquo;s stock were traded during normal hours.



<h2>What&rsquo;s Behind the VAXX Stock Movement?</h2>



This recent Vaxxinity&nbsp;volatility comes as the company <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/vaxxinity-issues-shareholder-letter-2024-04-19">prepares to delist its shares</a> next week. That will result in its shares no longer trading on the Nasdaq Exchange when markets open on May 9.



It provided the following reasons for the decision in a letter to shareholders.




&ldquo;Being a public company is very expensive and incredibly time-consuming. Choosing to go public is a path many pursue primarily to obtain access to greater institutional pools of capital.&rdquo;




After this delisting, shares of VAXX stock will start trading on the OTC Market exchange. The company notes it doesn&rsquo;t guarantee this listing will remain.



VAXX stock is up 38.6% as of Friday morning.



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We offer all of the latest stock market stories for Friday! Among that is why shares of Helius Medical Technology&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hsdt-stock-quote/">HSDT</a>) stock are up, the biggest pre-market stock movers this morning and more. All of that info is good to go at the following links!



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CF Bankshares&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cfbk-stock-quote/">CFBK</a>) stock is up on Friday after the bank holding company <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318288388&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=CFBK&amp;cdn=543931818581d75227b695347c29892f&amp;companyName=CF+Bankshares+Inc.&amp;formType=EFFECT&amp;formDescription=Notice+of+Effectiveness&amp;dateFiled=2024-05-02">launched a public offering</a> of its shares this morning.



That public offering is <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1070680/000119312524096030/d827648ds3.htm">tied to a filing</a> with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made on April 15. At that time, the company said it intended to offer up to $35 million worth of CFBK stock to investors.



What&rsquo;s still unclear as of this writing is what the company has priced shares in this offering at. The only thing it notes in its April 15 filing is its stock price of $18.75 on April 10. That doesn&rsquo;t tell us how many investors are paying for shares in this latest offering.



CF Bankshares will likely follow up on its effectiveness filing with more details today. That should include the total number of shares being sold in this offering and what they are priced at.



<h2>What This Means for CFBK Stock</h2>



Public offerings often don&rsquo;t sit well with investors for a couple of reasons. The first is that it increases the total number of outstanding shares on the market. This also dilutes the stocks of current holders of CFBK stock.



The other concern investors have is a public offering devaluing a company&rsquo;s shares. This is due to public offerings typically selling new shares at a discounted price. Both of these factors explain why shares of CFBK are falling today.



CFBK stock is down 19% as of Friday morning.



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