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After two years of annual gains north of 20% for the S&P 500 (^GSPC), Wall Street strategists think 2025 will see a more measured year for stocks. On Monday, BMO Capital Markets chief investment strategist Brian Belski initiated a 2025 year-end target of 6,700 for the S&P 500. On Sunday, Morgan Stanley chief investment officer Mike Wilson issued a 12-month target of 6,500 for the S&P 500. Belski’s target reflects about 14% upside from Friday’s close; the strategist already has a 6,100 year-end target for 2024. This puts Belski’s forecast for returns in 2025 at 9.8%, right in line with…

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Regular brake fluid checks are a critical aspect of vehicle maintenance that often goes overlooked. Brake fluid plays a vital role in your car’s braking system, as it transfers the force from your brake pedal to the brake calipers, enabling your vehicle to stop effectively. Over time, brake fluid can become contaminated with moisture, dirt, and other debris, leading to a decrease in its performance and potentially compromising your vehicle’s braking ability. Regularly checking and maintaining your brake fluid ensures that your braking system operates efficiently, providing you with the reliability and safety you need on the road. This guide…

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attends a campaign event for Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. November 1, 2024. Joel Angel Juarez | ReutersDental care supplier Henry Schein advanced in Monday trading as investors bet that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Health and Human Services secretary, could recommend removing fluoride from the U.S. water system, a move that would lead to a boom in dental visits.Shares of Henry Schein shares jumped more than 7%, on track for its best day since February 2022. Fellow dental product makers Dentsply Sirona and Envista…

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In a remarkable display of resilience and growth, Ooma Inc (NYSE:)’s stock has soared to a 52-week high, reaching a price level of $13.86 USD. This peak represents a significant milestone for the cloud-based communication solutions provider, reflecting a robust 1-year change of 17.83%. Investors have shown increased confidence in Ooma’s business model and growth strategy, as evidenced by the stock’s impressive ascent. The company’s focus on innovative telecommunication services for both home and business users appears to be paying off, with the stock’s performance outpacing many of its peers in the technology sector. In other recent news, Ooma, Inc.…

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Oscar Wong | Moment | Getty ImagesJohn Healy began investing in exchange-traded funds when he was about 18 years old.Back then, Healy said he worked as a security guard in a beach club earning an hourly wage of “$12 a pop” and relied on message boards on the internet to figure out what to buy or sell.Today, Healy is a 25-year-old law clerk in New York City with a financial planner guiding his investments.What hasn’t changed? His interest in baskets of securities designed to closely track an index.”ETFs are still a vehicle for me to get action in the stock market,”…

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 09: Grocery items are offered for sale at a supermarket on August 09, … [+] 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Despite inflation starting to settle, food inflation continues to climb in the double digits in many counties. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)Getty Images A stream of high-profile M&A deals recently, coupled with robust private equity (PE) activities, has indicated a heightened investor appetite in the U.S. food and beverage sector. However, analysts caution that potentially imposed tariffs, along with economic and labor policy changes during President-elect Donald Trump’s second term could still dampen enthusiasm in certain subcategories.…

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Concept cars, often referred to as dream cars or prototypes, captivate automotive enthusiasts and designers with their bold ideas and futuristic features. These vehicles are not just engineering marvels; they are canvases for showcasing cutting-edge technology, daring designs, and innovative concepts that push the limits of what’s possible on four wheels. Role of Concept Cars in Automotive Design Concept cars rarely make it to mass production in their original form, but they play a crucial role in influencing the development of future vehicles. These prototypes offer automakers the opportunity to: Gauge Public Reaction: By introducing bold and innovative designs, manufacturers can…

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According to the IEA, methane is responsible for around 30% of the rise in global temperatures since the Industrial Revolution. While carbon dioxide is mostly given importance in climate discussions, addressing methane removal is equally critical to achieving climate targets. At COP29, methane was much talked about with the launch of the 2024 report- An Eye on Methane. The report revealed that the tools to cut methane emissions exist but a significant gap remains between commitments and action. The 2024 An Eye on Methane Report by the United Nations Environment Program’s (UNEP) International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) emphasizes the urgency…

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Tesla has been making waves in 2024, launching several updates and variants of its vehicles. These include long-range versions of the Model 3 and Model Y. Additionally, the Model Y gained a seven-seat option, and the company introduced a couple of entirely new cars. Looking ahead, 2025 promises even more exciting developments. Here’s what to expect from Tesla in the coming year. A Fresh Tesla Model Y Arriving in Early 2025 It’s been over a year since the refreshed Tesla Model 3 debuted, and early 2025 will see a similar update for the Model Y. This updated version will feature…

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ATLANTA – NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:) has unveiled a new blueprint for real-time computer-aided engineering (CAE (NYSE:)) digital twins, aimed at aiding developers in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and energy. The NVIDIA Omniverse™ Blueprint is designed to help software developers, including Altair, Ansys (NASDAQ:), Cadence, and Siemens (ETR:), to enable their customers to reduce development costs, lower energy usage, and accelerate market entry. The blueprint provides a reference workflow that incorporates NVIDIA’s acceleration libraries, physics-AI frameworks, and interactive physically based rendering, which can result in simulations that are up to 1,200 times faster and offer real-time visualization.…

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