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Investing.com – Latest US Inflation Data Analysis: Impact on Market Expectations and Federal Reserve Decisions In a recent report, Wall Street analysts discussed the implications of the latest US inflation data on upcoming Federal Reserve decisions and market expectations. Consumer prices rose by 2.5% over the past 12 months to August, showing a slower pace compared to February 2021 and down from 2.9% in July. Vital Knowledge analysts suggested that the inflation report may reduce expectations for a 50 basis point rate cut next week, but it is unlikely to change the Fed’s overall stance significantly. They anticipate a dovish…

U.S. Utilities Face 70% Surge in Cyberattacks in 2023: What It Means for Your Investments and Security By Seher Dareen and Vallari Srivastava (Multibagger) – The U.S. utilities sector has experienced an alarming 70% increase in cyberattacks through 2023, as reported by Check Point Research, highlighting a critical risk to one of the nation’s most essential infrastructures. ### The Growing Threat to U.S. Utilities As the U.S. power grid expands to meet rising energy demands and digitalization efforts intensify, utilities are becoming more exposed to cyber threats. Douglas McKee from cybersecurity firm SonicWall points out that many utilities still operate…

EU Exaggerates Green Spending by Billions, Auditors Say | Analysis Reveals Mislabeling of Climate Projects As the world’s best investment manager and financial market journalist, I reveal the EU’s exaggeration of spending on climate-friendly projects by potentially billions of euros. The European Court of Auditors found that countries are mislabeling projects, such as IT systems and staff salaries, as green investments. The EU has pledged to allocate 37% of its 700 billion euro COVID-19 recovery fund to address climate change. However, auditors discovered that countries may have overestimated their green spending by at least 34.5 billion euros. Projects like digitalizing…

Losses from Hurricane Francine are expected to remain in the low single-digit billions for the insurance industry and should be highly manageable, according to a preliminary estimate from Gallagher Re. Hurricane Francine threatened New Orleans and the wider Gulf Coast as far east as the Alabama and Florida border on Wednesday, shutting down a quarter of oil and gas production in the Gulf, while parishes across Louisiana issued evacuation orders. Wind and water-related losses could cost insurers $1 billion, a figure that “could reach the low single-digit billions should the track shift further east and closer to the more densely…

University of Maryland and IonQ Strengthen Collaboration in Quantum Computing – InvestingPro Insights The University of Maryland (UMD) and IonQ have announced a $9 million agreement to expand their partnership at the National Quantum Lab at Maryland (QLab). This strategic move solidifies Maryland’s position as a key player in the quantum computing industry. The enhanced collaboration aims to provide cutting-edge quantum computing resources to UMD’s community and its partners. UMD President Darryll J. Pines emphasized the university’s dedication to quantum innovation during the Quantum World Congress, highlighting the vision of “quantum for all.” With over 35 years of quantum research…

Angel Studios Announces $1.6 Billion SPAC Merger: What It Means for Investors and the Future of Entertainment In a groundbreaking move, Angel Studios has announced its intent to go public in the United States through a merger with Southport Acquisition Corp, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The deal, valued at an impressive $1.6 billion, is set to make waves in both the financial and entertainment sectors. Key Highlights: Merger Announcement: Angel Studios, co-founded by CEO Neal Harmon in 2013, will merge with Southport Acquisition Corp. Valuation: The deal is valued at $1.6 billion. Revenue Growth: Angel Studios reported a…

Breaking News: Federal Reserve to Revise Basel Endgame Draft Rule on Bank Capital | Major Changes Expected In a recent announcement, the Federal Reserve’s regulatory chief revealed plans for significant revisions to the Basel Endgame draft rule, which aims to increase bank capital. The proposed changes, set to be published in the coming weeks, have been met with strong opposition from the industry and are now subject to a vote by the central bank’s board. Here are some of the key changes outlined in the revised draft: – Credit Risk: The new draft will lower risk-weights for residential real estate…

KYIV (Multibagger) – Ukraine’s President Zelenskiy’s “victory plan” aims to strengthen Kyiv and potentially end the war with Russia diplomatically. The plan, set to be presented to U.S. President Biden, could have a significant impact on the conflict. Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of allies supporting the plan before a second international peace summit later this year. He believes that with the backing of partners, Ukraine can pressure Russia to cease hostilities. The Ukrainian President first mentioned the plan last month and intends to discuss it with Biden and his potential successors. Zelenskiy is scheduled to attend the United Nations General…

Breaking News: Nuveen California Dividend Advantage Municipal Fund (NAC) Stock Hits 52-Week High at $11.95 In a remarkable turn of events, Nuveen California Dividend Advantage Municipal Fund (NAC) has surged to a 52-week high, trading at $11.95. This milestone marks a significant uptrend for the municipal bond-focused investment fund, showcasing a remarkable 1-year change of 16.39%. Investors have displayed growing confidence in NAC, seizing opportunities in the current market environment that have propelled it to this new peak. This performance is especially noteworthy given the challenges facing fixed-income assets in today’s financial landscape. InvestingPro Insights: The rise of Nuveen California…

Caroline Ellison Seeks Leniency in FTX Fraud Case: A Deep Dive Into The $8 Billion Crypto Collapse By Luc Cohen NEW YORK (Multibagger) – Caroline Ellison, the former cryptocurrency executive entangled in the notorious $8 billion fraud scandal of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX exchange, has implored a federal judge for leniency. Ellison’s plea follows her admission of guilt in the massive financial debacle that rocked the crypto world. Her lawyers argue that her full cooperation with authorities, which was crucial in building a solid case against Bankman-Fried, warrants a more lenient sentence. Ellison’s Role in the FTX Scandal Ellison, 29, is…