Megan Garcia+FollowRetail Investors Outsmart Wall Street AgainHere’s your coffee break scoop: everyday investors just schooled the pros. While Wall Street played it safe, regular folks snapped up tech stocks during the dip and cashed out on the highs. The result? Retail traders outperformed the big hedge funds this year, especially by betting on names like Nvidia and Amazon. It’s proof that sometimes, trusting your gut (and a little research) can beat the suits at their own game. #Business #LocalBusiness #investing10Share
Ernest Harris+FollowBig changes for Cleveland Clinic investmentsCleveland Clinic just brought in Joseph Elegante to lead their public equities investments—a move that could really shake things up for the hospital’s financial future. With years of experience managing big portfolios at UBS and other firms, Elegante is expected to bring fresh strategies and strong connections to the table. The Clinic’s investment office is also on the hunt for a new analyst to join his team. Given how much public equities have impacted returns (and risk!) lately, it’ll be interesting to see how this new leadership shapes the next decade. What do you think about this direction? #Business #ClevelandClinic #Investing00Share
Danielle Anderson+FollowRay Dalio Buys AI Stock—Bubble or Bargain?Ray Dalio, the guy who usually warns us when the market’s feeling bubbly, just had his fund buy a chunk of CoreWeave, a company powering the AI boom. The twist? He still thinks AI stocks are pricey, but he’s not running for the exits. The real drama: CoreWeave’s growth is wild, but a construction delay spooked investors. The money move? Diversify—don’t just chase the AI hype, but don’t ignore it either. #Business #Market #investing00Share
Marisa Pope+FollowWhy China Might Be Propping Up Your 401(k)Ever wonder why the stock market keeps climbing, even when everyone says it’s overvalued? Turns out, it’s not just about interest rates. China’s tech boom—think electric cars, green energy, and robots—is quietly boosting global markets. If you’re investing for the long haul, this could mean your portfolio stays stronger than the headlines suggest. Don’t sleep on emerging markets like India and Brazil, either—they’re helping keep things afloat, too. #Business #Market #investing00Share
Danielle Anderson+FollowSmall Stocks, Big Moves: 2026’s Surprise WinnersForget the usual tech giants—some under-the-radar companies are making serious money moves in 2026. Kraken Robotics just scored a battery order bigger than last year’s sales, showing their underwater tech is finally a must-have. Enovix cracked the code on making next-gen phone batteries at scale, just as AI-powered devices need more juice. And Aehr Test Systems bounced back from the EV slump by pivoting to test chips for AI, landing fresh contracts. Sometimes, the best growth stories are hiding in plain sight! #Business #Market #investing00Share
Danielle Anderson+FollowWhy Are Investors Hoarding $7.8T in Cash?Here’s a coffee break money hack: Even though everyone’s talking up the stock market, investors are quietly stashing a record $7.8 trillion in cash and safe funds. It’s like telling your friends you’re all-in on a party, but secretly keeping your Uber running outside. The big move? People are shifting from risky stocks to safer picks like utilities and healthcare, just in case things get bumpy. If you’re feeling iffy about the market, you’re not alone—Wall Street’s quietly hedging its bets, too. #Business #Market #investing00Share
Kim Reeves+FollowWhy UK Bank Stocks Aren’t the Bargain They WereThinking about scooping up UK bank stocks? Deutsche Bank just put the brakes on OneSavings Bank, saying the easy money’s already been made. Rising deposit costs are making it tougher for smaller banks, while the big names like Barclays and Lloyds are still getting love. If you’re hunting for deals, you might want to wait until next year when specialist banks could bounce back. For now, the best days for quick wins might be behind us. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #investing00Share
Marisa Pope+FollowWhy Ken Griffin Ditched Sandisk for QuantumEver wonder how billionaires play the stock market? Ken Griffin just swapped his old-school Sandisk shares for a wild ride in quantum computing stocks—one of which has rocketed 1,900% since 2023! The big takeaway? Even the pros are moving money out of yesterday’s tech and into tomorrow’s moonshots. If you’re thinking about your own portfolio, maybe it’s time to peek at the next wave, not just the usual suspects. #Business #Market #investing00Share
Elizabeth Lewis+FollowWhy 'Hated' Energy Stocks Might Be Your Secret WeaponHere’s a hot tip for your next coffee break: those energy stocks everyone loves to hate? They’re quietly becoming the market’s best-kept secret. After years in the doghouse, oil and gas companies have cleaned up their finances and are now handing out some of the juiciest dividends around. The catch? Most folks are still stuck on old headlines, so these stocks are trading at bargain prices. If you’re cool with a little market drama, you could get paid to wait for the crowd to catch on. #Business #Market #investing00Share
Elizabeth Lewis+FollowAre the Mag 7 Stocks Still Worth Your Coffee Money?Looks like the tech giants—the so-called Magnificent Seven—aren’t the only game in town anymore. Their stock sizzle is cooling off, and investors are eyeing fresh faces like Eli Lilly (hello, new obesity pills!) and Broadcom (custom chips, anyone?). If you’re just buying the usual big tech in your retirement account, it might be time to mix it up. Sometimes, the best gains come from looking beyond the obvious! #Business #Market #investing00Share