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Jan 10 2025FINANCE

Delta's Bright Start: Expectations Soar for 2024

Delta Air Lines is kicking off 2024 with high hopes, as they've just shared their first-quarter forecast. The airline expects to generate over $4 billion in free cash this year, which is an 18% increase from 2024. They're aiming for annual adjusted earnings of over $7. 35 per share, a significant ju

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Jan 10 2025FINANCE

Is NREF a Good Bet? An Analyst's Take

Steven Delaney from JMP Securities is sticking to his guns on NexPoint Real Estate Finance (NREF). He's kept the company's rating at "Hold, " just as he did before. Last Wednesday, NREF's shares closed at $15. 38. But is Delaney, who’s known for getting it right 56. 07% of the time and averaging an

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Jan 10 2025FINANCE

How Trading Volumes Impact Price Predictions

Have you ever wondered how the volume of trades affects the prices of assets? Let's dive into the fascinating world of market-based asset pricing. Imagine you're looking at the volume weighted average price (VWAP), which is like the first market-based statistical moment. This helps us understand how

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Jan 09 2025FINANCE

What to Do After Losing Your Home or Business in Wildfires

Wildfires can be devastating, leaving homeowners and business owners with a lot to deal with. The first step after ensuring your safety is to call your insurance company and file a claim. This process can take months or even years, especially if you live in an area where insurance coverage has been

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Jan 09 2025FINANCE

Mortgage Rates Hit 6. 93%, Highest Since July: What's Happening?

You might have heard that mortgage rates were dropping a few weeks ago. Well, that's not the case anymore. The average rate for a 30-year mortgage just hit 6. 93%, the highest it's been since early July. This is a big deal because it's the most common type of home loan in the U. S. Why the sudden j

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Jan 09 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin Takes a Dive: What's Happening?

Bitcoin has dipped below $100, 000, dropping over 5% in just 24 hours. The sudden fall isn't just about Bitcoin; other major cryptocurrencies like Ether, Cardano, Solana, and Dogecoin have also taken hits, some as high as 13%. What's causing this crypto crash? A stronger U. S. dollar is one key fact

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Jan 08 2025FINANCE

Fun Times Ahead? Investors Weigh Options

Are you thinking about investing in Six Flags, the theme park giant? A recent report by Steven Wieczynski from Stifel Nicolaus recommends buying FUN stock with a $64. 00 price target, even though it currently sits at $47. 88. Wieczynski’s track record shows he's reliable, with a 5-star rating, 14. 2

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Jan 08 2025FINANCE

Crypto in Your 401(k): What You Should Know

You might have heard about the recent buzz around cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Some folks are excited, but many investment advisors are still cautious about adding these volatile assets to your 401(k) retirement plans. In 2024, crypto funds, like the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, grew su

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Jan 08 2025FINANCE

What's the Deal with Crypto Credit Cards?

Crypto is having a moment again, with Bitcoin hitting $100, 000 recently. If you want to dip your toes into crypto, a crypto credit card might seem like a good idea. These cards let you earn crypto as rewards instead of cash or points. But they're not for everyone, and there aren't many options. Let

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Jan 08 2025FINANCE

Risk Patterns in Crypto: Pandemic's Unexpected Shift

Ever thought about how risks move around in the cryptocurrency market? Before the pandemic, it was like a steady dance, with some risks getting absorbed and others gently echoing. But when the pandemic came, everything changed – it became a wild, fast-paced dance. Researchers studied this change us

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