Image source: Getty Images On the surface of it, income shares are a bit of a no-brainer. Park a little extra cash in a company with this kind of shares and get a percentage of your money back two to four times a year. Anyone looking to build an income stream, even just a few hundred quid or so, might wonder why they should look anywhere else. We can even work out how much our income stream will cost us ahead of time. It’s not an exact science of course. Dividends do change from year to year, sometimes due to…
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Stellantis, while grappling with the reality of discontinued models, is also embracing its rich automotive heritage. The automaker recently announced the discontinuation of the Dodge Caravan and Fiat 500X, yet these models still linger in quarterly sales reports as “zombie cars.” Simultaneously, Stellantis Heritage revealed the Alfa Romeo 4C Collezione GT Nicola Larini, a trio of stunning mid-engine sports cars. These vehicles, built from older 4Cs, pay homage to Italian racing legend Nicola Larini, whose career highlights include the 1992 Italian Superturismo Championship, the 1993 Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft, and a class win at the 2012 Nürburgring 24 Hours. Stellantis Heritage…
The artificial intelligence sector represents companies developing and implementing AI technologies across various industries. These firms range from tech giants to specialized startups focused on machine learning and automation. AI stocks provide investment opportunities in companies reshaping how businesses operate and decisions are made. The sector has gained significant attention due to AI’s potential to transform industries from healthcare to transportation. Investing in AI stocks can offer exposure to one of technology’s fastest-growing segments. Many AI companies are at the forefront of innovations in data analytics and automation. Some established AI firms have strong partnerships with major corporations, providing stable…
In July 2023, Fiat revealed the 600, a B-segment crossover available in both electric and gasoline versions. While the Abarth performance variant’s order banks open tomorrow, its price tag in Italy is causing a stir. The 600 is produced in Poland alongside the mechanically similar Alfa Romeo Junior and Jeep Avenger, all built on the Stellantis Common Module Platform. This shared platform helps keep costs down, which isn’t reflected in the Abarth 600e’s price. Fiat’s New Abarth 600e Scorpionissima Stirs Interest with High Performance and Price (Abarth) The 2025 Abarth 600e Scorpionissima, the more powerful of the two variants, boasts…
MADISON, WI – MGE Energy Inc.’s subsidiary, Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE), has entered into a Note Purchase Agreement to issue $50 million in senior notes, according to a recent SEC filing. The agreement, dated October 31, 2024, involves the issuance of $25 million in 5.30% senior notes, Series A, due December 1, 2039, and $25 million in 5.59% senior notes, Series B, due December 1, 2054. The notes are expected to be issued on December 4, 2024, contingent upon standard closing conditions. The proceeds from the sale of the notes will be used by MGE to finance capital…
In a dramatic about face to combat dwindling sales, Ford overhauled the 1969 Mustang into a muscle car extravaganza. Sales had plummeted from nearly 472,000 units in 1967 to a meager 317,000 in 1968. To reignite consumer passion, Ford ditched its previous strategy and embraced the booming high performance market. The 1969 Mustang shed its broader offerings for a lineup focused on pure power. While the legendary GT and Shelby lines continued, they were joined by a trio of exciting newcomers: the Boss variants in 302 and 429 cubic inch displacements, and the all-new Mach 1. Ford’s Power Play: Revamped…
Closely watched New York Times ‘needle’ might not move due to engineers’ strikeZoom In IconArrows pointing outwardsNYTimes 2020 Election NeedlesSource: New York TimesThe New York Times “Needle,” which freaked out Hillary Clinton supporters in 2016, and dismayed Trump supporters in 2020, might not move much even as the votes roll in tonight.The Needle, a speedometer-like graphic that represents the statistical likelihood of a presidential candidate winning, needs data from computer systems maintained by Times engineers — who are currently on strike.The Times’ Election Analytics team said, “We will only publish a live version of the Needle if we are confident…
Unlock the US Election Countdown newsletter for freeThe stories that matter on money and politics in the race for the White HouseUS stocks rallied while bonds fell back as Americans headed to the polls in one of the most significant elections in recent memory, with sweeping implications for global markets.The moves had echoes of the “Trump trades” of recent weeks in which investors bet on bitcoin and stocks and sold Treasuries. They had pared some of those positions on Monday following weekend polls that cast some doubt on Donald Trump’s chances of victory. By late morning in New York on…
Gold and silver are both precious metal assets worth investing in, but one could be a better bet right now. Getty Images/iStockphoto Until recently, inflation had been high in the U.S. That, in turn, helped to drive many consumers to safe-haven investments like gold, silver and other precious metals. These precious metals are often considered a hedge against the declining dollar and a smart safeguard of wealth, which is why investors tend to flock to them during times of economic turmoil. But today, inflation is finally close to the 2% target rate, and the Federal Reserve has begun cutting its benchmark…
Palantir (PLTR) stock rose more than 20% early Tuesday after its third quarter earnings surpassed expectations thanks to better-than-anticipated spending from the US government on its AI tech. Global government spending on Palantir’s products, primarily from the US, rose 40% from the prior year to $408 million in the third quarter, accounting for 56% of the company’s total revenue for the period. This was ahead of the $379 million expected for the segment, according to Bloomberg consensus estimates. Palantir, which makes a range of data mining and analysis software including its Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP), most recently won a $100…