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Nov 17 2025FINANCE

Bill Ackman's Bold Plan for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Bill Ackman, a well-known hedge fund manager, is about to share his new ideas for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He plans to talk about this during an online event. Ackman thinks his plan will help the government get the most out of these companies. He also believes it will keep mortgage rates stable and make it easier to see how much the Treasury's investment is worth....

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Oct 28 2025FINANCE

Why the US is still the top pick for investors

The United States remains the go-to destination for global investment, according to top finance executives. At a recent gathering in Saudi Arabia, these leaders shared their optimism about the U. S. economy, downplaying fears of a slowdown. They believe the U. S. offers better opportunities compared to Europe and parts of Asia. Investors are pouring money into U. S....

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Sep 01 2025CRIME

A Dark Turn at Burning Man: Festival's Joy Clouded by Tragedy

The Burning Man festival, known for its vibrant art and free-spirited community, faced a grim moment recently. A man was found dead at a campsite, sparking a murder investigation. The discovery happened just as the iconic Man structure was set ablaze, a key moment in the festival. A festival attendee noticed something was wrong and alerted a police officer around 21...

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Apr 21 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giants and Market Moves: A Week of Financial Ups and Downs

Last week, the stock market had a mixed performance. The S&P 500 stayed flat, the Nasdaq dipped slightly, and the Dow Jones took a notable hit. This was largely due to some big drops from UnitedHealth and Nvidia. UnitedHealth cut its yearly earnings forecast after a tough quarter, causing its stock to plummet over 20%. This drop weighed heavily on the broader index. ...

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Jan 13 2025BUSINESS

Billionaire Ackman's Surprise Offer to Buy Out Howard Hughes

Business tycoon Bill Ackman's investment firm, Pershing Square, has cooked up an interesting proposal. They want to buy out real estate company Howard Hughes. The offer? A whopping $85 per share! This is a big jump from the previous price. Ackman's firm already owns a chunk of Howard Hughes, about 38%. He's suggesting a merger, where current shareholders can get thei...

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Nov 10 2024BUSINESS

Music Giant’s Future Listing: Ackman and UMG in Disagreement

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman recently announced his plans to move Universal Music Group (UMG) from the Amsterdam stock exchange to the U. S. This decision came in response to anti-Israeli attacks on soccer fans in Amsterdam. However, UMG isn’t ready to pack up just yet. They issued a statement emphasizing that Ackman's proposal doesn't automatically mean a domici...

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