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Stepstone Group Inc. (STEP) has witnessed a remarkable surge in its stock price, reaching an all-time high of $55.21. This milestone reflects the asset management firm’s exceptional growth and strong investor confidence. Over the past year, Stepstone Group has seen an impressive 83.4% increase in its stock value, showcasing its robust performance and successful strategic initiatives. Furthermore, the company’s financial performance has been stellar, with first-quarter 2024 earnings exceeding expectations. Adjusted Net Income per Share came in at $0.33, surpassing analyst estimates. This strong performance was driven by higher fee-related revenues and realized carry. In response, Oppenheimer and JPMorgan have…

"FTC Challenges $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Merger: Implications for Shoppers and Workers" By Jody Godoy PORTLAND, OREGON (Multibagger) – The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to argue against the $25 billion merger between grocery giants Kroger (NYSE:KR) and Albertsons (NYSE:ACI) in federal court this Monday. The lawsuit, which has garnered significant attention, claims that the merger would harm both consumers and workers by reducing competition and increasing prices. Why the FTC is Blocking the Merger The FTC, along with several states, has raised concerns that merging the two largest traditional supermarket chains in the U.S. would lead to higher…

OpenAI Backs California Bill to Label AI-Generated Content Amid Concerns of Misinformation – Exclusive Insights In a groundbreaking move, OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, is supporting California’s AB 3211 bill, which aims to require tech companies to label AI-generated content. This content can range from harmless memes to dangerous deepfakes used to spread misinformation about political candidates. While another AI bill, SB 1047, has been getting more attention, OpenAI believes that transparency and provenance requirements for AI-generated content are crucial, especially in an election year. The tech industry, including OpenAI with backing from Microsoft, has been grappling with the implications…

Switzerland Hosts UN Security Council Members in Geneva to Discuss Global Humanitarian Law Crisis In a recent meeting held in Geneva, Switzerland, United Nations Security Council members gathered to address the urgent need to uphold international humanitarian law in the midst of over 120 armed conflicts worldwide. The meeting, organized by Switzerland to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions, aimed to emphasize the importance of limiting the brutality of war. Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis urged all attendees to prioritize respect for the Geneva Conventions as a top political agenda. Despite the absence of Russia, one of the…

Breaking News: OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE: OGE) Appoints Charles Walworth as Interim CFO, Mizuho Adjusts Price Target In a strategic move, OGE Energy Corp. has appointed Charles B. Walworth as the interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) following the resignation of the former CFO, W. Bryan Buckler. This transition comes at a crucial time as the company navigates the complexities of the energy market, serving over 902,000 customers in Oklahoma and western Arkansas. OGE Energy recently reported strong Q2 results, with significant load growth and positive consolidated earnings. Mizuho Securities has adjusted its price target for OGE Energy to $40.00 from…

Breaking News: Canada Slaps 100% Tariff on Chinese Electric Vehicles – What It Means for Your Investments Ottawa’s Bold Move: Trudeau Announces Tough Tariffs on Chinese Imports OTTAWA (Multibagger) – In a landmark decision that is sure to send ripples across global markets, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that Canada will impose a staggering 100% tariff on the import of Chinese electric vehicles. Additionally, Ottawa will levy a 25% tariff on imported steel and aluminum from China, Trudeau revealed during a press conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia. What This Means for Global Markets This sweeping move by the…

Discover the latest insights on the U.S. manufacturing sector as new orders for key capital goods unexpectedly declined in July. This data, coupled with a downward revision for the prior month, suggests a slowdown in business spending on equipment heading into the third quarter. The Commerce Department’s Census Bureau reported that non-defense capital goods orders excluding aircraft fell by 0.1% in July, following a revised 0.5% increase in June. Economists had anticipated these core capital goods orders to remain unchanged after a 0.9% jump in June. Despite interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, business spending on equipment saw strong…

Breaking News: Tragedy Strikes as Ice Cave Collapses in Iceland – Investment Insights In a devastating incident in Iceland, one person has tragically lost their life while two others remain missing after an ice cave collapsed on Sunday. The victims were part of a group of 25 tourists from various countries exploring the natural cave located under a glacier. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate the missing individuals, facing challenges due to the difficult terrain. The chief of police for the Southern region, Sveinn Kristjan Runarsson, highlighted the complexities of the rescue mission, which involves manual digging and breaking…

Title: J.P. Morgan Data Reveals Surprising Trends in U.S. ETF Market | Bitcoin Dominates, Ether Faces Cooling Sentiment Investing.com – According to J.P. Morgan’s latest estimates, U.S. spot ETFs experienced interesting shifts last Thursday, with Bitcoin leading the charge while Ether saw a dip in investor interest. In terms of Bitcoin ETFs, excluding Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust, gross flows surged to $93 million, indicating a strong uptick in activity as investors rushed to accumulate the original cryptocurrency below $60,000. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust emerged as the top performer with $76 million in sales, while Grayscale continued to see outflows, losing $28…

On Monday, RBC Capital Markets adjusted its outlook on Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (FPH:NZ) (OTC: FSPKF), raising the firm’s price target to NZD26.00 from NZD24.00, while maintaining a Sector Perform rating on the stock. The adjustment follows the company’s strong trading conditions year-to-date and its initial guidance for the first half of fiscal year 2025, which exceeds both RBC’s estimates and the consensus. The company has decided to uphold its revenue guidance for fiscal year 2025 and has slightly increased the forecast for net profit after tax (NPAT). RBC’s analysis indicates that the provided midpoint estimates for revenue and NPAT…