Sat.Nov 23, 2024

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Saturday links: climate resiliency

Abnormal Returns

EVs American drivers love big SUVs. EV makers are responding. (axios.com) Retailers are starting to see a payoff to installing EV chargers. (nytimes.com) Six common EV myths, debunked. (wired.com) Automatic emergency braking systems are getting better over time. (arstechnica.com) Transport E-bike owners ride their bikes more often and farther. (treehugger.com) UberXXL is the company’s new extra-spacious ride share option.

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The Wall of Worry is Dead

A Wealth of Common Sense

A month ago, Michael and I were talking about the epic bull market, and I asked him where the euphoria was: Markets were rocking, but the sentiment didn’t match the gains quite yet. Sentiment can change in a hurry. It feels like the election was a spark that seems to have awoken the animal spirits. Just look at some recent headlines: Look, I’m not saying this is the dot-com bubble 2.0 all over again1 but t.

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Real Estate Newsletter Articles this Week: Existing-Home Sales Increased to 3.96 million SAAR in October

Calculated Risk

At the Calculated Risk Real Estate Newsletter this week: Click on graph for larger image. • NAR: Existing-Home Sales Increased to 3.96 million SAAR in October • Housing Starts Decreased to 1.311 million Annual Rate in October • Preliminary 2025 Housing Forecasts • California Home Sales Up 9.5% SA YoY in October • 3rd Look at Local Housing Markets in October This is usually published 4 to 6 times a week and provides more in-depth analysis of the housing market.

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Talking About Taxes With NAIFA SVP Diane Boyle

NAIFA Advisor Today

I recently sat down with NAIFA Senior Vice President for Government Relations Diane Boyle to discuss the election and its implications for the upcoming tax reform debate in the 119th Congress.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Schedule for Week of November 24, 2024

Calculated Risk

The key reports this week include the 2nd estimate of Q3 GDP and October New Home Sales. Other key indicators include the September Case-Shiller and FHFA house price indexes, and October Personal Income & Outlays (and PCE). -- Monday, November 25th -- 8:30 AM ET: Chicago Fed National Activity Index for October. This is a composite index of other data. 10:30 AM: Dallas Fed Survey of Manufacturing Activity for November. -- Tuesday, November 26th -- 9:00 AM ET: S&P/Case-Shiller House Price

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Snowflake Shares Soar by Most in Four Years After Strong Outlook

Advisor Perspectives

Snowflake Inc. shares surged by the most in more than four years after the company issued a sales outlook that surpassed investors’ expectations, suggesting new products are attracting strong demand.

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Arete Snags Alts-Focused Firm From B. Riley

Wealth Management

HudsonPoint Capital, a Jersey City, N.J.-based firm, joins from B. Riley Wealth Management, which is to be sold to Stifel Financial.

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Another Soft Year for Secondaries: Changes on the Way in 2025?

Advisor Perspectives

Uncertainty ahead of the election may have resulted in lower corporate capex and M&A trends, but hope abounds that 2025 could bring about renewed animal spirits.

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10 Weekend Reads

The Big Picture

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Danish Blend coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • 100 Most Powerful People in Business : Leaders from 40 industries, ranging in age from their 30s to their 90s. You’ll come across very recognizable founders, chief executives of great businesses, disrupters, and innovators.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Charles Schwab Eyes Spot Crypto Trading Once Regulations Change

Advisor Perspectives

Charles Schwab Corp.’s incoming chief executive officer, Rick Wurster, said the firm is looking to offer spot cryptocurrency trading once US regulations make doing so easier — something that’s more likely once President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

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Are Tariffs Worth It?

Advisor Perspectives

US President-elect Donald Trump's administration will face a wary, inflation-sensitive public and a Chinese regime that is well prepared to pursue large-scale retaliation. If it is serious about introducing new tariffs, it will need to clarify its priorities and then choose among conflicting policy goals.

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How Germany Can Make Peace With Trump on Trade

Advisor Perspectives

The second coming of Donald Trump is unquestionably bad news for Germany.

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