Sat.Nov 18, 2023

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MiB: Brad Gerstner, Altimeter Capital & Invest America

The Big Picture

This week, we speak with Brad Gerstner , founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital , a technology-focused investment firm, which has about $7 billion in assets under management. Altimeter manages a variety of venture and public funds and serves as a long-term partner to companies as they enter the public markets. (Note: This episode was recorded on Nov. 8, before the most recent Elon Musk amplification of anti-semitic comments).

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Saturday links: greedy jobs

Abnormal Returns

EVs Traditional auto dealers don't really want you to buy an EV. (washingtonpost.com) EVs are fewer miles than the typical ICE vehicle. (scientificamerican.com) Why totaled Teslas ($TSLA) in the U.S. are showing up in Ukraine. (vox.com) Public EV chargers are a crap shoot, at best. (wsj.com) Energy The offshore wind industry is at a crossroads. (eenews.net) Connections to the grid just keep growing in the U.S.

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Tata Technologies IPO Review – GMP, Details & Much More

Trade Brains

Tata Technologies IPO Review: The Tata Group is finally coming out with an IPO after 19 Long Years. Their last offer being from Tata Consultancy Services in 2004. Tata Technologies Limited will open for subscription on November 22, 2023, and close on November 24, 2023. So let us read about the Company and understand when was the business established, and how Tata Tech fits in the basket of Tata Group.

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Schedule for Week of November 19, 2023

Calculated Risk

The key economic report this week is Existing Home sales. -- Monday, November 20th -- No major economic releases scheduled. -- Tuesday, November 21st -- 8:30 AM ET: Chicago Fed National Activity Index for October. This is a composite index of other data. 10:00 AM: Existing Home Sales for October from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The consensus is for 3.93 million SAAR, down from 3.96 million in September.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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6 Best Fundamental Analysis Courses in 2024 – Top Picks For Indian Market

Trade Brains

Best Fundamental Analysis Courses in 2024 : Investing in the stock market requires a deep understanding of the fundamentals of a stock. It is a crucial tool for unlocking the key aspects of a stock, which helps investors understand its potential to be invested. By analyzing the security, investors can make informed decisions and form successful investment strategies.

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US Treasury Market Is Resilient Despite ‘Shocks,’ Official Says

Advisor Perspectives

The Treasury Department’s top domestic finance official said the US government debt market has functioned well during a year of outsized interest-rate volatility, a regional banking crisis and the recent hack of the world’s largest bank.

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Gandhar Oil Refinery IPO Review – GMP, Price, Details & More

Trade Brains

Gandhar Oil Refinery India IPO Review: Gandhar Oil Refinery India Limited is coming up with its Initial Public Offering. The IPO will open for subscription on November 22, 2023 and close on November 24, 2023. In this article, we will look at the Gandhar Oil Refinery IPO Review 2023 and analyze its strengths and weaknesses. Keep reading to find out! Gandhar Oil Refinery IPO Review – About The Company Gandhar Oil Refinery India is the leading manufacturer of white oils in terms of revenue with a g

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A Time of Gratitude and Opportunity

Advisor Perspectives

The run-off election looks tight in Argentina, where I’m attending a Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) event in Buenos Aires.

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10 Weekend Reads

The Big Picture

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Where do aliens come from? They won’t arrive on spaceships: The first reason for scepticism is, simply, the tremendous distance involved in any voyage from even the nearest habitable exoplanet (Proxima Centauri, about 4.25 light-years away).

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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Socially Insecure

Advisor Perspectives

The federal government starts a new fiscal year every October 1. In a rational world, Congress would fulfill its responsibilities by passing bills before that date to authorize spending in the various agencies and programs.

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BofA’s Hartnett Says Sell ‘Epic’ Stock Rally as Risks Linger

Advisor Perspectives

Investors should offload risky assets after recent gains as technical and macroeconomic headwinds are building, according to Bank of America Corp.’s Michael Hartnett.

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Dear Miami, Taking Wall Street From NYC Won’t Be Easy

Advisor Perspectives

For the past decade, South Florida’s politicians and development officials have fanned dreams — which long felt like delusions — of the region reinventing itself as some sort of “Wall Street South.

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NVIDIA CEO, Tech Visionary Shares AI Insights and Outlook

Advisor Perspectives

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is firmly on the scene and set to change the way we live and work. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, an AI pioneer and visionary, is optimistic and energized.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

Speaker: Aaron Berson

Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g

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A Changing World: The New Psychological Workplace Contract

Advisor Perspectives

A new psychological contract is transforming the modern workplace, highlighted by an increase in collective actions and changing employee expectations.

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Exchange Announces Jeffrey Gundlach as Keynote Speaker

Advisor Perspectives

Exchange is thrilled to announce another incredible keynote speaker. DoubleLine Capital founder Jeffrey Gundlach will join an already impressive lineup of Exchange speakers.

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Modeling the Benefits of Managed Futures Portfolio Inclusion

Advisor Perspectives

Though inflation continues to cool, there remains a potentially longer road ahead to get to the Fed’s desired 2%. In an environment of uncertainty and elevated inflation, the inclusion of managed futures in a portfolio made a significant difference in the last few years as modeled by DBi recently.

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The Energy Transition, Part 2: The Transition Challenge

Advisor Perspectives

Fossil fuels, particularly oil, are difficult to replace due to their availability, affordability and energy density. Low-carbon alternatives, like solar energy, need large amounts of space to produce comparable amounts of energy to oil.

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

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.