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Stellantis’s Italian brands are thriving while its American counterparts struggle. Despite a decline in sales for Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Chrysler, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, and Maserati have seen a surge in popularity in the US market. Alfa Romeo, in particular, has been making headlines with its upcoming electric models and powerful new engines. The brand’s iconic Quadrifoglio performance models are set to receive an electric makeover, promising impressive power and performance. Additionally, Alfa Romeo has been expanding its lineup with new models like the Tonale and Junior, offering a variety of options for consumers. Alfa Romeo Prepares Electric Quadrifoglio Models…

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Polaris and Pro Armor have joined forces to create a limited edition side by side that is sure to excite off road enthusiasts. Based on the powerful and capable RZR Pro R, the new RZR Pro R Factory Armored comes with a host of upgrades that make it even more ready for adventure. With its 225 horsepower engine, MaxLink suspension, and Dynamix DV system, the RZR Pro R is already a formidable machine. However, Pro Armor has taken things to the next level with additional protection and features that will help you conquer any terrain. The RZR Pro R Factory…

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In 2016, when I was 35, and my wife Courtney was 32, we sold our house, a 4 bed, 2 bath 1,600-square-foot Arizona home, moved into a 200-square-foot Airstream RV with our two dogs, and set up our new home in a KOA campground in Tucson. It was the first of many big changes for us. By that point, I had saved about $900,000, enough to give myself some breathing room, and quit a job that I hated in software development. Courtney, a rocket scientist, joined me in throwing off the bonds of a 9-to-5 in 2017, and we hit the road.DON’T…

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Risk Disclosure: Trading in financial instruments and/or cryptocurrencies involves high risks including the risk of losing some, or all, of your investment amount, and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices of cryptocurrencies are extremely volatile and may be affected by external factors such as financial, regulatory or political events. Trading on margin increases the financial risks.Before deciding to trade in financial instrument or cryptocurrencies you should be fully informed of the risks and costs associated with trading the financial markets, carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite, and seek professional advice where needed.Fusion Media would…

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Few people have managed to avoid noticing the increasing popularity of cannabis consumption. However, if you walk down the street and catch a whiff of that grassy, pungent smell, you are witnessing a dying breed of cannabis users. While more people consume cannabis, they are increasingly shifting away from the raw flower. For investors in the space, the changing cannabis consumption landscape opens challenges and opportunities in product creation, marketing, and targeting new consumer groups. Cannabis is Becoming a Commodity While cannabis is famously a weed, its connoisseurs will let you know if you get your strains mixed up. Different…

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Toyota celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Highlander SUV with a special edition. The all-new 2025 model, featuring subtle updates, retains its iconic rugged silhouette that first fascinates audiences at the New York Auto Show. The Limited 25th Edition, a standout offering, showcases 20 inch alloy wheels, a distinctive interior and exterior, and the standard hybrid powertrain. Introduced in 2001 as Toyota’s inaugural mid size SUV, the Highlander quickly gained popularity. Sharing its platform with the Camry, the model achieved remarkable success, reaching the one million unit milestone within seven years. In the US alone, nearly 3.6 million customers have…

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It could be time to rethink popular portfolio strategies for a lower interest rate environment.The Federal Reserve’s half-percent rate cut on Wednesday marked the first time in more than four years it moved to lower the benchmark interest rate. According to VanEck CEO Jan van Eck, investors should start thinking about how the changing macro environment will affect their investments in the year ahead.”Investors should look at their equity book and say, ‘How should I construct that to ride through the cycle of the next year?'” he told CNBC’s “ETF Edge” last week. “Just buying the S&P alone is a…

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The carmaker’s cash payouts aren’t as predictable as most investors would like them to be. You may like Ford Motor Company’s (F -0.37%) above-average dividend yield. As veteran investors can attest, however, there’s more to the story. Is the dividend growing? Can the company afford to continue paying it? Some dividend stocks aren’t as attractive once put under scrutiny. With that as the backdrop, here’s a look at how much the automobile manufacturer is likely to pay out in dividends this year, and what it means for shareholders. Ford Motor’s dividend snapshot Ford was once a titan, but competitors, circumstances,…

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) stocks were battered over the summer. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF, which is chock-full of semiconductor stocks that are tied to the AI sector, fell as much as 25% from the all-time high it set in July.Nevertheless, I remain bullish on AI. Investors have only seen the beginning stages of how this technology will reshape the world, and additional innovations will take years and even decades to emerge.That is a strong case for owning AI stocks long term — here are two I find particularly compelling.Image source: Getty Images.The cutting-edge leader in data analyticsTopping my list is Palantir…

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