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LETTERS FROM AN AMERICAN

March 12, 2025

Heather Cox Richardson

Mar 13, 2025

Trump’s 25% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imported into the U.S. went into effect today, prompting retaliatory tariffs from the European Union and Canada. The E.U. announced tariffs on about $28 billion worth of products, including beef and whiskey, mostly produced by Republican-dominated states. “We deeply regret this measure,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. “Tariffs are taxes. They are bad for business, and even worse for consumers. These tariffs are disrupting supply chains. They bring uncertainty for the economy.”

Canada also announced new tariffs on Wednesday on about $21 billion worth of U.S. products, in retaliation for Trump’s tariffs. François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's minister of innovation, science, and industry, said: “The U.S. administration is once again inserting disruption and disorder into an incredibly successful trading partnership and raising the costs of everyday goods for Canadians and American households alike.”

With the stock market falling and business leaders begging Trump to stop the trade machinations that are creating the volatility that is wrenching the economy downward, Trump said yesterday to reporters: “[L]ong-term, what I’m doing is making our country strong again.”

In an interview on the CBS Evening News last night, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, a billionaire financial executive, was asked whether Trump’s economic policies were “worth it” even if they cause a recession.

“These policies are the most important thing America has ever had,” Lutnick answered. “It is worth it.”

Former representative Tom Malinowski (D-NJ) reposted Lutnick’s assertion and said: “In my graduate thesis, I quoted a hardline communist official from Poland in the 1950s who was asked about terrible shortages of food and housing. He said people had to sacrifice and “if that’s what it takes to prove the superiority of socialism, it’s worth it.”

The days when the Republican Party were conservatives are long gone. Edmund Burke, the Anglo-Irish politician and political thinker who began the process of articulating a conservative political philosophy, did so most famously in response to the French Revolution. In 1790, a year after the storming of the Bastille prison symbolized the rebellion of the people against the monarchy, Burke wrote Reflections on the Revolution in France.

Burke had supported the American Revolution that had ended less than a decade before largely because he believed that the American colonists were trying to restore their traditional rights. But the French Revolution, he thought, was an entirely different proposition. As revolutionaries in France replaced their country’s traditions with laws and systems based on their theory of an ideal government, Burke drew back.

He took a stand against radical change driven by people trying to make the government enforce a specific political ideology. Ideologically driven government was radical and dangerous, he thought: quickly, the ideology became more important than the complex reality of the way society—and people—actually worked.

In 1790, Burke argued that the role of government was not to impose a worldview, but rather to promote stability, and that lawmakers could achieve that stability most effectively by supporting the structures that had proven themselves effective in the past; in his time, that meant social hierarchies, the church, property, and the family. “Conservative” meant, literally, conserving what was already there, without reference to an ideology. Those in charge of government should make changes slowly, according to facts on the ground, in order to keep the country stable, he thought. If it behaved this way, the government, which in his time was usually seen as a negative force in society, could be a positive one.

In 2025 the Republicans in charge of the United States of America are not the conservatives they call themselves; they are the dangerous ideological radicals Burke feared. They are abruptly dismantling a government that has kept the United States relatively prosperous, secure, and healthy for the past 80 years. In its place, they are trying to impose a government based in the idea that a few men should rule.

The Trump administration’s hits to the economy have monopolized the news this week, but its swing away from Europe and toward Russia, antagonizing allies and partners while fawning over authoritarians like Russia’s president Vladimir Putin, is also a radical stand, and one that seems likely to destabilize American security. Former allies have expressed concern over sharing intelligence with the U.S. in the future, and yesterday, 34 army leaders from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the European Union, Japan, and Australia met in Paris without inviting the United States.

The wholesale destruction of the U.S.A.’s advanced medical research, especially cancer research, by firing scientists, canceling grants, banning communications and collaboration, and stopping travel is also radical and seems unlikely to leave Americans healthier than before.

Yesterday, news broke that the administration canceled $800 million worth of grants to Johns Hopkins University, one of the nation’s top research universities in science and medicine. Meanwhile, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has cast doubt on the safe, effective measles vaccine as the disease continues to spread across the Southwest.

Today, Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin boasted that the administration is taking 31 actions to roll back environmental protections. Those include regulations about electric vehicles and pollution from coal-fired plants. The administration intends to rescind the EPA’s 2009 finding that the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change endanger public health. That finding is the legal argument for regulations governing car and truck emissions and power plants.

Also today, the United States Department of Agriculture, which oversees supplemental food programs, announced it was cutting about $1 billion in funding that enables schools and food banks to buy directly from local farms and ranches. This will hit farmers and producers as well as children and food-insecure families.

In place of the system that has created relative stability for almost a century, Republicans under President Donald Trump and his sidekick billionaire Elon Musk are imposing a government that is based in the idea that a government that works to make people safe, prosperous, and healthy is simply ripping off wealthy people. Asked if he felt sorry for those losing their jobs in the government purges, Trump told NBC News, without evidence: “Sure I do. I feel very badly...but many of them don’t work at all. Many of them never showed up to work.”

The administration promises that it is eliminating “waste, fraud, and corruption,” but Judd Legum of Popular Information today launched the “Musk Watch DOGE Tracker,” which shows that Musk has overstated the savings he claims by at least 92%, with the warning that since these identified cuts are illegal and unconstitutional—Congress appropriates money and writes the laws for how it’s spent, and courts have agreed that the executive branch has to execute the laws as they are written—the contracts might not be canceled at all.

That the administration knows it is not operating on the up-and-up seems clear from its attempts to hide what it is doing. It has taken weeks for courts to get the administration to say who is running the “Department of Government Efficiency” and what the body actually is. The White House has tried to characterize Musk as a senior advisor to the president to shield him from questioning.

But today, in response to a lawsuit by 14 attorneys general from Democratic-dominated states arguing that Musk is acting unconstitutionally, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan ordered Musk and DOGE to turn over their records and answer questions, giving them three weeks to comply.

On Tuesday, remaining staffers at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) received an email under the name of acting executive secretary Erica Carr at USAID telling them to shred or burn agency records, despite strict laws about the preservation of federal documents. “Haphazardly shredding and burning USAID documents and personnel files seems like a great way to get rid of evidence of wrongdoing when you’re illegally dismantling the agency,” said Representative Gregory Meeks (D-NY), the top Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Two lawsuits are already challenging the order.

And the corruption in the administration was out in the open yesterday. After Trump advertised Elon Musk’s cars at the White House, Theodore Schleifer and Maggie Haberman of the New York Times reported that Musk “has signaled to President Trump’s advisers in recent days that he wants to put $100 million into groups controlled by the Trump political operation.” This is separate from Musk’s own political action committee, which dropped almost $300 million into the 2024 election and which is now pouring money into next month’s election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

The government that Trump and Musk are destroying, with the complicity of their party, is popular, and Republican members of Congress are apparently unwilling to have to vote on the policies that are putting their radical ideology into place. In an extraordinary move yesterday, House Republicans made it impossible for Congress to challenge Trump’s tariffs.

The Constitution gives to Congress, not the president, the power to impose tariffs. But the International Emergency Economic Powers Act allows the president to impose tariffs if he declares a national emergency under the National Emergencies Act, which Trump did on February 1. That same law allows Congress to end such a declaration of emergency, but if such a termination is introduced—as Democrats have recently done—it has to be taken up in a matter of days.

But this would force Republicans to go on record as either supporting or opposing the unpopular economic ideology Trump and Musk are imposing. So Republicans just passed a measure saying that for the rest of this congressional session, “each day…shall not constitute a calendar day” for the purposes of terminating Trump’s emergency declaration.

The Republicans’ legislation that a day is not a day seems to prove the truth of Burke’s observation that by trying to force reality to fit their ideology, radical ideologues will end up imposing tyranny in the name of liberty.

LETTERS FROM AN AMERICAN

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

#Heather Cox Richardson #Letters From An american #MAGA #history #American History #Emergency declaration #Tariffs #Edmund Burke #American Conservatism #French Revolution

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unitedwestand2025 · 2 months ago

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Economic decline of America as a world power is starting

The bimonthly Federal Reserve Meeting with Powell on May 7, projected that Q1 2026 would see increased unemployment AND increased inflation. This means an increase in cost of goods…above the tariffs that are still in place for no reason.

This looks very much like what happened the last time all Republican led government added tariffs…the beginning of the Great Depression.

US stripped of top credit rating in blow to Trump’s tax cut plans {This was due to Japanese dumping a large amount of US bonds, aka our debt. Understand they only gave us a TASTE of what they can still due because they own 1 Trillion dollars in US Bonds. If they Sell off all of this... we are F'ed} Buckle up people this fall the unemployment is going to start going up.. unless the Supreme Court actually starts upholding the constitution 14th amendment and reverses immunity

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Trump canceled USAID which employees our farmers who then can also feed our country too. He then created a made-up Trade war with even penguins, but he did NOT tariff his buddy Russia. China has taken billions of dollars away from our farmers. They are now buying beef from Australia, soybeans from Brazil and also taking pork contracts elsewhere. This is bankrupting our farmer’s. Have no fear Peter Thiel who bankrolled JD Vance invested in Acer Trader along with white racists from Africa. Now Vance gets to make a mint and Thiels racist buddies can have our farmer’s ground. Not sure if the farmers are going to class action sue Vance for this or not. I do know that many of our farmers are left with nothing. Private Equity like Blackrock is buying up ground to sell to us at a higher price. Rich families like the Waltons are also buying up water rights. So, is the plan to have indentured servants that must work to get water and food? You know like what Trump did in Dubai view that information here Trump in Dubai & China in Africa (VICE on HBO: Season 4, Episode 10)

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This trade war has alienated us from everyone including our allies like Canada and Mexico. They are needed for our supply chain. They are also some of the biggest buyers of US goods and bring in tourism dollars. Tourism is down everywhere because, per the US’s own definition, we the USA are an unsafe country to travel too. People do not want to go somewhere people are kidnapped and held without due process. This means not only tourists are staying away but researchers and high-tech employees don’t want to come here. In fact, places like Canada are giving incentives for our medical staff like Doctors and RNs to move there. The effect will be to stifle long term inventions and good paying jobs. All the federal jobs cut at the same time along with the VA cutting over 80,000 jobs is adding to unemployment.

Since EVERYONE hates Trump’s tariffs and human rights violations, they are not buying American goods. CEOs are already predicting layoffs this fall. Nissan and Subaru have said they are taking their manufacturing AWAY from America. In fact, representative Sean Casten has said for “the first-time foreign investments are fleeing not only US equities and US treasuries.” Per Casten, business leaders and banks have put a risk premium on the US. They do NOT want to invest in a country that is they consider a regulatory risk and because they question if rule of law. Since Trump is not respecting rule of law they can NOT depend on contracts being executed as they should be.

The stock market has seen terrible volatility and depressed along with the bond market going down. UK, China, Japan are selling our debt in the form of US bonds which lowers confidence in our dollar. Some countries are looking to bypass using the dollar which will further depreciate the value of our money more driving up inflation. The bimonthly Federal Reserve Meeting with Powell on May 7, projected that Q1 2026 would see increased unemployment AND increased inflation. This means an increase in cost of goods…above the tariffs that are still in place for no reason. This looks very much like what happened the last time all Republican led government added tariffs…the beginning of the Great Depression. The only market sectors that are increasing are military equipment, data surveillance companies like Peter Thiel’s Palantir and private prisons like the $1 Billion for a prison in New Jersey. Note People like Michael McGrath, former CEO of i2, have said the data surveillance is helping authoritarian governments come to power which is why he is against it. Spending so much on our military makes you wonder if Trump doesn’t really want to make Canada the 51st state. This is wrong and it violates 1945 United Nations Charter & General Assembly Resolution 2625. Trump spent $40 million to house 400 people in Guantanamo but we have no money to feed kids at schools, food stamps, or universal healthcare? Now places like FL and AK are trying to pass bills to have kids start working. You want women to have children, but you do not want to pay for miscarriages they may have, daycare, maternity leave or food at schools. In many states the federal government does not want to fund programs for education and a bill soon comes up to get rid of FEMA for federal disaster recovery help. WHY does congress keep taking away food and healthcare with OUR tax dollars just to give more to Elon who doesn’t pay into taxes? Why doesn’t congress shut the purse to all future illegal ICE kidnappings? Economic poverty will lead to no choices and too many kids for some but many women may just get their tubes tied stalling the ecomonic engines. Volatile dictatorships always drain the land and people dry for the enrichment of a few then they lead to economic collapse. Russia is on the verge of this that is why they invaded Ukraine ..for resources. This will lead to WW III where US is power grabbing ..unless we can impeach or reverse immunity.

#government #oligarchy #republicans #abuse of power #us politics #constitution #democrats #trump #conflict of interest #Youtube

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misfitwashere · 4 months ago

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March 12, 2025

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

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“These policies are the most important thing America has ever had,” Lutnick answered. “It is worth it.”

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mariacallous · 3 months ago

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If you logged on to X or Bluesky this past week, you were likely swept up in the onslaught of posts about Trump’s reciprocal tariffs and the plunging stock market. And, if you follow the tech industry as closely as I do, you probably also noticed who wasn’t posting about the tariffs: many of the same tech founders and CEOs who flanked Trump on Inauguration Day in January. Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, Sundar Pichai, and Mark Zuckerberg have kept mum on the topic of tariffs (although both Pichai and Zuckerberg have continued posting about AI). Meanwhile, Elon Musk—well, we’ll get to that.

The silence was deafening, considering that the “magnificent seven” collectively lost trillions of dollars in market value following Trump’s tariff announcement last week. But there’s a cold logic behind these tech leaders holding their tongues in public—particularly for those who sell hardware. The US has become a highly volatile nation where the whims of the president must be taken into consideration before using any political chip or making a public statement, especially in an environment where that statement could be irrelevant an hour later.

“The sand doesn’t stop shifting long enough to make a cogent statement,” one top communications executive, who has worked closely with two Big Tech CEOs, tells me.

Tech CEOs aren’t actually staying silent. They’re simply lobbying behind the scenes on their own behalf. Niki Christoff, a Washington, DC, political strategist and former aide to Senator John McCain during his 2008 presidential campaign, says most of the strategizing around trade rules—and conversations with Trump’s staff—are happening through back channels right now. “There’s a lot of personal dialing and trying to get deals done,” she claims.

During Trump’s first term, Cook carefully cultivated a direct relationship with the president in order to lobby him on issues like trade and immigration. I have a hard time imagining Cook isn’t using that direct line now. Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang, who did not attend the inauguration ceremony, reportedly went to a $1-million-a-head dinner at Mar-a-Lago last week. Shortly afterward, the White House walked back plans to implement export controls on some chips that Nvidia sells to China.

Private back channels allow each tech leader to lobby for specific tariff exemptions. The kind of exemptions that would benefit Nvidia, such as more lenient policies on semiconductor imports for GPUs, differ from what Apple might be angling for, considering the company’s supply chain complexity and its reliance on China. “Broadly opposing tariffs is not useful if business leaders can get exemptions on their own products,” Christoff points out.

At the same time tech CEOs are letting trade organizations, like Business Roundtable, which represents a number of big tech firms including Alphabet and Amazon, do some of their lobbying for them, sources tell WIRED. Business Roundtable CEO Joshua Bolten put out a statement urging the administration to “swiftly reach agreements” with its trading partners and to implement “reasonable exemptions.” The CEOs have also been able to hang back while bankers like JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon make public assertions about the lasting negative impact of tariffs on the economy, and while billionaire hedge funder Bill Ackman keeps tweeting through it. (And really, what tech CEO wants to be part of a roundup story that also includes the market-cratering tweets of an anonymous X user named “Walter Bloomberg”?)

There have been a few outliers. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said he believes Amazon’s vast network of third-party sellers might end up passing the cost of tariffs on to consumers. Last week Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella sat alongside Bill Gates and former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer for an interview with CNBC’s Andrew Ross Sorkin, who asked about tariffs. Ballmer told Sorkin he “took just enough economics in college to [know that] tariffs are actually going to bring some turmoil” and that the “disruption is very hard on people.”

Nadella was more circumspect and took Sorkin’s probing as an opportunity to tout artificial intelligence. “In the short term, I look at it and say, whatever happens, whatever readjustment happens, we are for the first time really supplying what is the essential, nondurable commodity called intelligence,” Nadella said. He went on to say that his second consideration right now is how much compute power the world will need in 25 to 50 years. “I want to keep those two thoughts and then take one step at a time, and then whatever are the geopolitical or economic shifts, we will adjust to it.”

If that doesn’t work out, Nadella has a promising second career in dodgeball.

Among Trump’s inauguration crowd, Musk is now the exception. He, too, has made direct appeals to Trump to drop the tariffs but has also loudly called Trump’s top trade adviser Peter Navarro a “moron” and “dumber than a sack of bricks.” Musk later apologized, adding that the comparison “was so unfair to bricks.” This was after Navarro called Musk a “car assembler”—not a car manufacturer—whose business relies heavily on cheap parts sourced outside of the US. Musk has maintained that Tesla sells the “most American-made cars.”

At least Trump’s buddy-in-chief is willing to stick his neck out, even if the other CEOs aren’t. Except, Musk’s remarks on tariffs are so obviously self-serving. I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that he doesn’t care about the health of the average citizen’s retirement account, considering how ruthlessly he’s championing the firing of federal employees and the dismantling of government agencies. If Musk’s not tiptoeing around the president’s volatility, perhaps it’s because he’s a purveyor of his own unique brand of chaos.

Not that long ago, Big Tech leaders might have taken to the public square to issue statements about major social and political issues that affected their employees and the public at large. But these remarks were mostly performative, and we should never have pretended, or allowed ourselves to be convinced, otherwise. Behind the curtain, they were always working the gears of a brutally capitalistic machine. Now, for them, public silence is golden, and private lobbying is worth the world’s stores in gold, especially when faced with an injuriously erratic president.

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notwiselybuttoowell · 7 days ago

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... In recent months, more armed actors have joined the fighting, and a fierce struggle for power and influence has intensified even as the Israeli offensive continues. These now include various other militant factions, a dozen armed militias representing major local families or clans, new coalitions organised by independent community leaders, and criminal gangs empowered by the deepening anarchy.

The result is that Gaza is fragmenting into individual fiefdoms. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) holds much of the territory, including a wide “buffer zone” cleared of buildings along the territory’s perimeter and a swath of the south along the border with Egypt, where it works closely with the Popular Forces, a new militia run by a former convict and smuggler called Yasser Abu Shabab. Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, has confirmed that Israel provides weapons to clans that oppose Hamas.

The chaos has encouraged other traditionally important families and clans to assert their control over much of the rest of south and central Gaza.

In the north, Hamas remains a force in Gaza City and the shattered neighbourhoods of Jabaliya and Shujaiya. Though the Islamist militant organisation’s military capabilities are now much reduced and most of its veteran leaders have been killed by Israel, many civilian technocrats remain in their posts in key ministries, and other officials, operating secretly, run neighbourhood administrations.

“They’re hiding because they are being instantly hit by [Israeli] planes but they appear here and there, organising queues in front of bakeries, protecting aid trucks, or punishing criminals,” said a 57-year-old construction worker in Gaza City. “They’re not like before the war, but they exist.”

Hamas and its paramilitary police forces have clashed with criminal gangs too – as shown by the firefight at Nasser hospital.

“All the people in Khan Younis are blaming [the fighters] for spoiling the hospital and have asked them to apologise,” said a senior medical official at the hospital.

The police have also been repeatedly targeted by the IDF. Several members of the Sahm force, set up by Hamas to crack down on looters, profiteers and thieves, were killed last week in an Israeli airstrike on Deir al-Balah, a central town, which also killed about a dozen civilians. The IDF denied reports from witnesses that the police were distributing aid seized from looters when attacked.

Stocks of aid built up during the two-month ceasefire early this year ran out during the subsequent 11 weeks when Israel allowed nothing into Gaza.

“The shortage is completely artificial and it means [aid] is the most valuable commodity now, so basically if you’ve got guns and you can get aid, you can use it to get money and power, and so that’s causing a lot of the violence,” said one aid official, pointing out that a single 25kg sack of flour can sell for up to $500.

In recent weeks, the UN and other agencies have been allowed to bring in about 70 trucks a day. Most carry flour for Gaza’s community kitchens but they are usually stopped by barricades made of concrete blocks and then stripped of their cargoes, sometimes by armed gangs but most often by desperate civilians who gather in massive numbers at points the convoys are expected to pass.

Many civilians have been killed as they tried to reach food distribution hubs opened last month by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a secretive US- and Israel-backed private organisation. The GHF said on Sunday that it had safely delivered more than 51m meals despite “a highly volatile environment”.

Statistics from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) appear to support ministry of health counts of more than 500 deaths from live fire on those seeking aid by Israeli forces in recent weeks, as well as a small number in clashes between looters. The ICRC has recorded more than 2,000 wounded, mainly with gunshot wounds.

A report by Haaretz last week quoted multiple Israeli soldiers describing orders to fire at civilians. The report revealed the IDF had launched an investigation into potential war crimes.

An officer quoted in the report told the newspaper about the growing chaos in Gaza. “I’m stationed there, and even I no longer know who’s shooting at whom,” he said.

#excerpts #gaza #middle east

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astrologer04449 · 19 days ago

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When to Invest: Astrology for Finance

In the world of finance, timing is everything. But did you know that astrology can provide valuable guidance on when to invest and how to manage your wealth? Financial astrology blends traditional market analysis with the wisdom of the stars to help you make smarter decisions. Whether you’re planning a major investment or want clarity on financial risks, you can explore the answers through a free chat with astrologer at AstroSevaTalk.

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💫 Jupiter (Guru) – The planet of prosperity, expansion, and luck. Jupiter’s favorable position often indicates good fortune in investments.

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quantvest · 2 months ago

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"April McClain Delaney's Strategic Biotech Moves: Congressional Integrity Questioned?"

Intro

Investing in the stock market can be a complicated process, especially when it involves influential figures like members of Congress. Recently, Representative April McClain Delaney's stock trades have caught the attention of investors and the public alike. Understanding these trades can offer insights, not only into market trends but also into how political figures might strategically engage with financial markets.

What it is

Congress trade refers to the investment activities of congressional members, who, due to their roles, may have access to information and insights unavailable to the general public. April McClain Delaney, a member of the U.S. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, has made several notable trades in the biotech sector and beyond. This includes buying shares in companies like Bio-Techne Corp and IDEXX Laboratories, along with other various stock transactions.

Why it matters

Knowing what stocks influential politicians are trading can be intriguing and potentially informative for investors. These trades might spotlight industries or companies that could see upcoming legislative support or market growth. For example, McClain Delaney's activity in biotech suggests confidence in this sector, despite the current downtrend of some involved companies. Understanding these trades can help beginners better align their investment choices with potential market movements.

Examples or breakdown

Bio-Techne Corp Investments: On April 9 and 29, McClain Delaney purchased shares in Bio-Techne Corp, despite the company's significant value drop of around 30% in 2025. This could indicate her belief in the company’s long-term potential.

IDEXX Laboratories Stake: On April 1, she invested in IDEXX Laboratories, another biotech firm, despite the sector's volatility. This might signal anticipated favorable changes in the biotech industry.

Diversified Portfolio Changes: Beyond biotech, Delaney sold stocks in Toro and Dayforce while purchasing shares in Markel Group. Such moves reflect her diversified investment strategy, navigating multiple sectors to optimize gains.

Tips or how-to

Research before acting: Look into the reasons behind a political figure's investment. Do they sit on committees related to these sectors?

Diversify investments: Learn from Delaney’s actions and opt for a diversified portfolio to mitigate risk.

Monitor political news: Keep an eye on legislative changes or new bills that might impact specific industries.

Summary

April McClain Delaney’s recent stock trades highlight an intriguing intersection of politics and finance. Her activities in the biotech sector, and other varied trades, provide valuable insights for investors. By examining the patterns and potential motivations behind these trades, beginners can better understand market dynamics and enhance their investment strategies. Investing like a pro often involves seeing beyond numbers and recognizing the broader context—something Congress trades can certainly illuminate.

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thecryptonewshub · 5 months ago

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Bitcoin-focused Metaplanet Slips 8% as It Announces Stock Split

Bitcoin-focused Metaplanet Faces 8% Decline Following Stock Split Announcement. Bitcoin-focused Metaplanet, a prominent Japanese investment firm, recently experienced an 8% drop in its share value after announcing a significant stock split. This move, intended to improve liquidity, involved a 10-for-1 stock split aimed at making shares more accessible to a broader range of investors. While the firm's decision to adjust its share structure is seen as a strategic move to enhance market activity, the immediate market response has been less than favorable.

Metaplanet, which has earned its reputation through investments in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, was hoping for a positive outcome from this judgement. The company stated that its goal is to increase the investor base and overall liquidity of its shares, which could lead to stronger long-term growth. However, market reactions have varied, with some investors seeing the decline as a temporary setback. Also Read: trumps-world-liberty-financial-purchases-200m-wlfi-tokens-in-major-crypto-move The stock split is a significant milestone for Bitcoin-focused Metaplanet, as it continues to position itself in the fast rising blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Stock splits are commonly viewed as a technique for corporations to make their shares more affordable while maintaining the total value of their capital. This move by Metaplanet is no exception, and it represents a purposeful attempt to appeal to a larger audience. While the initial 8% loss may be worrying for some, it is critical to examine how the move will affect the company's standing in the marketplace in coming weeks. As the cryptocurrency market remains volatile, Metaplanet's long-term strategy of investing in Bitcoin-focused ventures may still be beneficial, despite the temporary drop in share price. Following this announcement, Metaplanet intends to focus on increasing its footprint in the Bitcoin and blockchain sectors. The corporation is eager to capitalise on the growing global acceptance of digital currencies and their underlying technologies. Metaplanet, a bitcoin-focused investment firm, is likely to continue looking for possibilities that correspond with the cryptocurrency market's future growth. Investors looking at Metaplanet should keep a watch on the company's post-split performance. While the market decrease has aroused some concerns, it may also create an opportunity for investors who believe Bitcoin and similar ventures have a bright future. The company's strong position in the cryptocurrency sector may help it rebound from this early setback, making it an attractive company to follow in the coming years. Read the full article

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I am very new to the world of BL fandom but are cp fan reactions always this extreme if the actors move on in their career and work with other people or is this week just a bad week with the massive BBB posters at Bible's event and the truck protesting outside of GMMTV about the Ohmnanon "breaking up". I know that popular actors get paired up for multiple projects but I assume they must change up couples and act with others as pairs every once in a while or after a few years?

hey friend, I'm going to answer this in a way that is circuitous that I think will better address your question.

the first part is: have fandoms always been volatile to the extent a segment of fans will organize to engage their ability to bully / cause harm rather than engage positively?

yes and no, in the sense this is a relatively new phenomenon in the entirety of organized fannish history (which let's just give due credit to our foremothers of fannish history the star trek fandom and their zines.)

but it's not so new because this started around 15 years ago, when people in fandom realise they could also organize to to create very targeted harm

these are the primary examples coming to mind:

Girls Generation (snsd) black ocean

Super Junior's official fanclub members organizing to buy company stock to prevent an 18 year old boy from joining the group lineup

In both these instances, tens of thousands of fans (for fantastics here) organized specifically to harm a person or group of people. the intent objective was specifically to harm.

the bad learned lesson from both these incidents (2008) is that fans can bind together to throw a fit if they don't get their way.

the second is: is it common for fans / fandoms of actor pairs to act this way?

and the more complex answer to that is, fandom is not a single conscious entity, and categorically similar fandoms often do not have a high overlap of active fans, usually at most 1-2 fandoms at a time. don't get me wrong, you'll see a lot of mileapo fans who are also bts fans, and I would bet you'll see a much smaller count of bts fans and exo fans overlap than you would see of bts fans and mileapo fans. any similarities you find in how fans between the first two groups act like one another is more the result of the categorical meta fan culture (here: kpop) rather than because the same people are perpetuating these behaviors while acting as fans of both these groups

for this reason I hesitate to call fandoms drama-mongering because these behaviors are perpetuated by individuals, or by a group of individuals, and not even necessarily by a group that represents the majority belief of the fandom. the fact of the matter is, people will participate in fandom regardless of if you like them or not, and some of there people are bullies or stalkers or overall terrible human beings. you can't make them stop engaging with your favorite actor or musician or couple because you can't control anyone but yourself. the only thing you can do is take the wind out of their sails by not engaging.

if you're wise to Ye Olde Harry Potter fandom lore, you'll know there was a specific segment. of fandom which known as highly dramatic but it wasn't because they liked a certain character or couple - it was because these individuals were drama mongering bullies to begin with, who continued that behavior in other fandoms. One of these infamous people bullied two different friends of mine in two different fandoms 6 years apart, and continues to instigate negativity in the fandoms they choose to engage in. you can't stop this person from joining a fandom... you can only limit their power by not engaging.

so the the answer to your specific question are all fandoms this dramatic? no, or they don't act in that way at least. MewGulf (TharnType) fans continued to invest in delusions by "I've connected the dots.jpeg" normal posts by both parties despite Mew's explicit rejection of their fantasies and his refusal to engage. However, they didn't have a problem with MG moving onto other acting projects without the other. Mew even worked with Tul of MaxTul/Manner of Death on a project but it wasn't BL. however, Max will be involved in the new mafia Thai BL releasing next year that's already been cast and as far as I can see, Tul isn't involved. I haven't heard of any grievances thus far from their fans but that doesn't mean there aren't any, and even if there are, I doubt the reaction would be organize to specifically harm Max's career / limit his opportunities.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, you have what Apolaris did in August, which was purposefully sabotaging Man Suang promo and embarrassing Apo in front of business partners and sponsors because they want the opposite: for Apo to stop working with Mile.

to circle back to the beginning: 1) it has nothing to do with the specific fandom topic, people can feel a sense of entitlement and desire to control regardless of who it is what behavior they want to happen and 2) a small group of people can disproportionately cause harm if they are organized enough and vindictive enough. that doesn't necessarily represent the majority fan view, but it can over time if their bullying behavior towards other fans drive the more reasonable people out of fandom , leaving only those who agree with theie toxic mindset.

do fandoms always have these people? in this day and age, almost inevitably, yes. and they are unfortunately also resilient to being bullied out of fandom themselves but plenty good at playing the victim. the best thing one can do is ignore their entitled, obnoxious behavior (private shit talking totally allowed)

*please in advance forgive my typos. the keyboard is generating weirder autocorrects of correct words every day. Please pretend to not see it

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From ₹3.45 to ₹519: Multibagger penny stock turns ₹1 lakh into ₹1.50 crore in 5 years

Over the last five years, the stock has delivered even more impressive returns, rising from ₹3.45 to ₹544 — a gain of 15,668%. If an investor had invested ₹1 lakh in the stock at the beginning of this period and held on, the investment would now be worth an impressive ₹1.58 crore.

Multibagger small-cap stock: Despite the market being under severe volatile conditions in the last few trading sessions, shares of Transformers & Rectifiers (India) have hit the 5% upper circuit limit for three consecutive sessions, resulting in a cumulative gain of 15% and taking the stock to ₹519.

This stellar rally began after the company delivered a better-than-expected performance in the March quarter, beating street estimates. On Tuesday, the company reported a more than two-fold jump in consolidated net profit to ₹94.20 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, compared to ₹39.93 crore in the same period last year.

The consolidated revenue from operations rose 32.96% YoY to ₹683.42 crore, while EBITDA stood at ₹140 crore. The EBITDA margin expanded by 540 basis points YoY to 19.4%, reflecting strong operational efficiency.

For the full financial year FY25, the power transformer maker reported a net profit of ₹216.44 crore, significantly higher than ₹47.01 crore in FY24, marking a nearly four-and-a-half-fold increase.

The company’s order book at the end of the March quarter stood at ₹5,132 crore. For FY26, the company has guided for an order book target of ₹8,000 crore, implying 56% YoY growth, along with an operating margin between 16% and 16–17%.

Over the medium term, TARIL is also aiming to achieve $1 billion in annual revenues within the next three to four years, driven by strong sector tailwinds and company-specific strategic initiatives.

According to Nuvama Institutional Equities, TARIL beat its Q4FY25 EBITDA and PAT estimates by 20% and 13%, respectively, benefiting from a 32% YoY surge in sales and margin expansion. The brokerage highlighted a strong FY25 order inflow of ₹4,500 crore, taking the order backlog to ₹5,130 crore, with a healthy pipeline of ₹2,200 crore.

Stock turns ₹1 lakh into ₹1.58 crore in 5 years

After ending the first two months of CY25 in negative territory amid weak market sentiment, the stock staged a strong comeback in March with a 39% surge. It has continued the positive momentum in the current month, gaining another 2% so far.

Looking back, the company’s shares have climbed from ₹28 to the current trading price of ₹519, representing a gain of 1,842%. Over the last five years, the stock has delivered even more impressive returns, rising from ₹3.45 to ₹519 — a gain of 15,000%.

If an investor had invested ₹1 lakh in the stock at the beginning of this period and held on, the investment would now be worth an impressive ₹1.50 crore.

About the company

TRIL serves a wide range of sectors, including power generation, transmission and distribution, railways, renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, and more. The company has a strong domestic market presence in India and has successfully expanded its footprint globally, exporting products to various countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.

Its diverse product range includes power transformers up to 500 MVA & 1200 kV Class, furnace transformers, rectifiers, and distribution transformers, as well as specialty transformers.

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The Psychological Impact of Bitcoin on Traditional Investors

The rise of Bitcoin has not only disrupted financial systems but also had a profound psychological impact on traditional investors. For those accustomed to the well-trodden paths of stocks, bonds, and real estate, Bitcoin represents a paradigm shift that challenges their deeply held beliefs about value, risk, and the nature of money itself.

Traditional investors have long relied on a framework where value is backed by tangible assets or government authority, and where market movements, while volatile, often follow patterns shaped by economic fundamentals. Enter Bitcoin: an asset that is purely digital, decentralized, and whose value is shaped largely by network effects, market sentiment, and scarcity. For many investors, this has been a source of cognitive dissonance. The idea of trusting an algorithm rather than a central authority or corporate entity can be unsettling, leaving some traditional investors dismissive or outright fearful of Bitcoin.

Bitcoin's volatility has also created a psychological barrier. Traditional investors, especially those trained in risk management, often find it hard to reconcile Bitcoin's dramatic price swings with their approach to wealth preservation. Seeing an asset fluctuate by double-digit percentages in a single day triggers fear, skepticism, and, at times, outright disdain. This volatility stands in stark contrast to the relative predictability of blue-chip stocks or government bonds, making Bitcoin seem more like a gamble than a legitimate investment.

Yet, there's also a growing sense of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) among traditional investors. As institutional players like BlackRock and MicroStrategy have embraced Bitcoin, many who were previously skeptical are beginning to question their stance. The psychological pressure of potentially missing out on a generational opportunity is forcing a reevaluation. For some, this has led to the slow, cautious entry into Bitcoin—often in the form of small allocations, just enough to hedge against the possibility that Bitcoin could indeed become a significant part of the financial future.

The narratives around Bitcoin have also played a major role in shaping its psychological impact on traditional investors. Bitcoin advocates often describe it as "digital gold," a hedge against inflation and a store of value that cannot be manipulated by central banks or governments. This framing has intrigued some traditional investors, particularly in times of economic uncertainty, when fears of inflation or currency devaluation loom large. The appeal of an asset that operates outside of the traditional financial system, immune to government interference, is increasingly compelling for those seeking to diversify their risk.

Moreover, Bitcoin's decentralization challenges the traditional power dynamics of finance. Traditional investors are used to dealing with intermediaries—banks, brokers, and other financial institutions that act as gatekeepers. Bitcoin, however, removes these intermediaries and hands control back to individuals. For some, this is liberating; for others, it is unnerving. The idea of personal responsibility for one's wealth, without the safety nets provided by banks or the regulatory frameworks of traditional finance, can be intimidating. This fear of losing control, or making a mistake without recourse, is a significant psychological hurdle for many traditional investors.

Another psychological factor is the generational divide. Younger investors, more comfortable with technology and less trusting of traditional financial institutions, have been quick to embrace Bitcoin. For older investors, who may have spent decades building wealth through traditional means, Bitcoin's rise can feel like a challenge to their expertise and experience. This generational tension adds another layer of complexity, as traditional investors must confront not only their own biases but also the changing landscape of investor behavior and preferences.

The media's portrayal of Bitcoin also plays into the psychological narrative. Sensational headlines about Bitcoin's meteoric rises and dramatic crashes contribute to a perception of extreme risk. Traditional investors, who are accustomed to a more measured approach to investing, may find these stories off-putting. The media's focus on the speculative aspects of Bitcoin, rather than its underlying technology and potential for financial innovation, often reinforces negative perceptions among those who value stability and predictability in their investments.

Despite these challenges, the psychological journey for many traditional investors is evolving. As they see more institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and integration of Bitcoin into mainstream financial services, their perception is slowly shifting. Bitcoin is no longer just the domain of tech enthusiasts and libertarians; it is becoming a legitimate asset class that demands consideration. The psychological impact of this shift cannot be understated—it is transforming skepticism into curiosity, and in some cases, into cautious participation.

Ultimately, the psychological impact of Bitcoin on traditional investors is a mix of fear, curiosity, and evolving acceptance. It challenges conventional wisdom, forcing many to confront their biases about what constitutes "real" money and value. The journey from skepticism to understanding is not easy, but as Bitcoin continues to gain traction, it's a journey that more and more traditional investors are beginning to undertake. This journey is not just about financial returns; it is about rethinking the nature of money, value, and the future of the financial system.

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Which is Better: Forex, Crypto, or Stock? A Deep Dive into Prop Firm Tech

INTRODUCTION

The financial landscape is constantly changing, and with new changes comes the production of more choices than ever for traders. The most common include Forex, cryptocurrency, and stock trading. Each market has special characteristics and advantages but carries difficulties, so the emergence of prop firm tech allowed trading to become more accessible and efficient. In this blog, we will be talking about the pros and cons of

Forex, crypto, and stock trading and how prop firm tech can enhance your trading experience.

Underlying the Markets

Forex Market

Forex represents the world’s largest financial market, referring to that market where currency trades occur.

High Liquidations: Forex offers a level of liquidation that is high. Its trading volumes exceed $6 trillion, allowing the traders to comfortably enter and leave positions. Forex is traded 24 hours a day on weekdays, thus offering ample convenience for the traders.

Leverage: Most Forex brokers are highly leveraged. This means that a trader controls much larger positions with lesser capital.

Challenges despite the advantages:

The leverage might create a highly volatile currency price and the highest risk it causes is that it is an effect of its highly volatile nature.

There is an overwhelming complexity in managing economic indicators, and there are geopolitical factors too, which are not easy to handle for new traders.

Crypto Market

The crypto market is trading in digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more than 5,000 altcoins.

Benefits:

Volatility: The crypto market is volatile. Within a very short duration, one can gain tremendous returns.

Decentralized: With cryptocurrencies, there is a decentralized peer-to-peer network so that no banks are used to monitor transactions.

It is open: All it needs is an internet connection to create opportunities with this kind of market, and it reaches across the globe.

Regulatory Risks: The regulation of the crypto market is not well-established, so it is an uncertain area.

Security Risks: Crypto space is highly prevalent with hackers as well as scams. Hence, the traders must beware of the same.

Stock Market

Definition: the stock market represents an entity where shares of publicly traded companies are traded

Benefits

Governance and Transparency: Since the stock market is very well governed, it offers some kind of security for investors.

Dividends: Most stocks pay dividends thereby ensuring that the investor earns some income from the shares.

Research and Analysis: There is much information to make stock analysis hence helping the traders come to a conclusion.

Drawbacks

Market Hours: the stock market only operates within fixed hours thereby limiting trading.

Lesser Volatility Stock prices often exhibit much slower movements in comparison to Forex and crypto price swings, potentially leading to reduced profit margins.

Prop Firm Tech: Revolutionizing Trading

There has always been a high level of diversity in markets, and for this reason, prop firm tech has emerged as the real deal. Proprietary firms provide capital to traders while engaging them with the latest technology to enhance their trading strategy.

This is how prop firm tech is revolutionizing the game of trading:

Access to Capital

Prop firms also enable traders to gain access to significant capital, thus they can take bigger positions and can hence gain larger profits. Such is truly rewarding for Forex and crypto traders who may not have that much money required to trade even in the best possible way.

Sophisticated Trading Platforms

Proprietary trading firms invest in advanced trading technology that gives traders cutting-edge platforms offering a high level of data provision, sophisticated charting tools, and automated trading features. This tech can significantly enhance the trading experience across Forex, crypto, and stocks.

Risk Management Tools

Prop firm tech also features powerful risk management tools, which can help in minimizing the trader’s loss and ensure the safety of capital. Such tools are quite essential in volatile markets like Forex or even cryptocurrencies, whose prices tend to change rapidly.

Education and Training

Alarge number of prop firms offer educational resources, mentorship, or training for the development of a required skill base by the traders. Support is highly important to any new traders entering Forex, crypto, or even the stock market.

Community and Networking

Trading with a prop firm usually involves trading with other people. This facilitates several things: you will have to have a community of fellow traders, exchanging insights and ideas, strategies you’re implementing, and support you give someone else.

Feature | Forex | Cryptocurrency | Stock Market

Liquidity | High | Varies by asset | High (for major stocks)

Volatility | Moderate to High | High | Moderate

Trading Hours | 24/5 | 24/7 | Limited (specific hours)

Leverage | High | Varies | Low to Moderate

Regulation | High | Low (still evolving) | High

Education | Available (varied by broker) | Limited (varies widely) | Extensive (research available)

Technology | Advanced prop firm tech available | Emerging tools | Established trading platforms

Conclusion

Is Forex, cryptocurrency, or stock trading the best?

The above question doesn’t have a definitive answer, since each market has specific positives and negatives suited to different types of trading. However, with the help of rising prop firm tech, the tools and resources available to every trader can improve trading experiences across all markets.

If you are looking for high liquidity and flexibility, Forex may be the choice. For people who seek high returns and have no fear of volatility, then cryptocurrency may be the way to go. Meanwhile, for those wanting a more regulated environment with an abundance of readily available research, stock trading may be the way to go.

Based on which one is best depends on the trading style of the individual, his risk tolerance, and preferences, you could consider your options while maximizing your trading potential with the benefits of prop firm tech, irrespective of the market.

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The Expansive World of Cryptocurrencies: Innovations, Challenges, and Notable Projects

Cryptocurrencies have revolutionized the financial landscape since the introduction of Bitcoin in 2009. These digital assets leverage blockchain technology to offer decentralized, secure, and transparent financial transactions. Over the past decade, the cryptocurrency ecosystem has expanded dramatically, encompassing a wide variety of projects with diverse purposes and features. This article explores the broad world of cryptocurrencies, highlighting key innovations, challenges, and notable projects, including a mention of Sexy Meme Coin.

The Birth of Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin, created by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, was the first cryptocurrency, designed to provide a decentralized alternative to traditional financial systems. Bitcoin's success paved the way for thousands of other cryptocurrencies, each seeking to improve upon its limitations or to introduce new functionalities.

Key Innovations in Cryptocurrencies

Blockchain Technology: At the heart of cryptocurrencies is blockchain technology, a decentralized ledger that records all transactions across a network of computers. This technology ensures transparency, security, and immutability, making it ideal for various applications beyond finance.

Smart Contracts: Introduced by Ethereum, smart contracts are self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code. These contracts automatically enforce and execute agreements when predefined conditions are met, enabling complex decentralized applications (DApps) and services.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi): DeFi refers to a range of financial services built on blockchain technology that operate without traditional intermediaries like banks. DeFi platforms offer lending, borrowing, trading, and earning interest on digital assets, democratizing access to financial services.

Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): NFTs are unique digital assets representing ownership of specific items, such as art, music, or virtual real estate. Unlike cryptocurrencies, which are fungible and can be exchanged on a one-to-one basis, NFTs are indivisible and unique, making them valuable for digital ownership and provenance.

Types of Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin and Altcoins: Bitcoin remains the most well-known and valuable cryptocurrency, often referred to as "digital gold." However, the term "altcoins" encompasses all other cryptocurrencies, which serve a wide range of purposes from enhancing transaction speeds to enabling smart contracts.

Utility Tokens: Utility tokens are designed to provide access to a specific service or product within a blockchain ecosystem. Examples include Ethereum's Ether (ETH), used for transactions and computational services on the Ethereum network, and Binance Coin (BNB), used for transaction fees on the Binance exchange.

Stablecoins: Stablecoins are pegged to stable assets like fiat currencies or precious metals to reduce volatility. Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) are popular stablecoins pegged to the US dollar, providing a stable store of value and medium of exchange in the crypto market.

Security Tokens: Security tokens represent ownership in real-world assets, such as stocks or real estate, and are subject to regulatory oversight. These tokens offer traditional financial rights, such as dividends or interest payments, on the blockchain.

Meme Coins: Meme coins are cryptocurrencies inspired by internet memes and cultural phenomena. They often start as jokes but can gain substantial value and community support. Dogecoin is the most well-known meme coin, but others, like Shiba Inu and Sexy Meme Coin, have also captured public attention. Learn more about Sexy Meme Coin at Sexy Meme Coin.

Privacy Coins: Privacy coins prioritize user privacy by obscuring transaction details. Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC) are notable examples, offering enhanced anonymity compared to other cryptocurrencies.

Challenges Facing Cryptocurrencies

Regulatory Uncertainty: Cryptocurrencies operate in a regulatory grey area in many jurisdictions, with governments around the world grappling with how to regulate these assets. This uncertainty can impact market stability and investor confidence.

Security Concerns: Despite the security of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies are not immune to hacks and fraud. High-profile exchange hacks and scams have highlighted the need for better security measures and regulatory oversight.

Volatility: Cryptocurrency markets are known for their extreme volatility, with prices capable of experiencing significant swings in short periods. This volatility can pose risks for investors and hinder mainstream adoption.

Scalability: Many cryptocurrencies face challenges with scalability, struggling to handle a large number of transactions quickly and efficiently. Solutions like the Lightning Network for Bitcoin and Ethereum 2.0 aim to address these issues.

Notable Cryptocurrency Projects

Bitcoin (BTC): As the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, Bitcoin remains the benchmark for digital currencies. Its decentralized nature and limited supply have earned it the moniker "digital gold."

Ethereum (ETH): Ethereum introduced the concept of smart contracts, enabling decentralized applications and services. It has become the backbone of the DeFi and NFT ecosystems, driving significant innovation in the crypto space.

Cardano (ADA): Cardano focuses on sustainability, scalability, and transparency, using a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. It aims to provide a secure and scalable platform for the development of decentralized applications.

Polkadot (DOT): Polkadot facilitates interoperability between different blockchains, allowing them to share information and resources. Its unique architecture supports the creation of "parachains," which can operate independently while benefiting from the security and connectivity of the Polkadot network.

Chainlink (LINK): Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network that connects smart contracts with real-world data. This functionality is crucial for the operation of many DeFi applications, making Chainlink a vital component of the blockchain ecosystem.

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The Future of Cryptocurrencies

The future of cryptocurrencies is filled with potential and challenges. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, cryptocurrencies are likely to become more integrated into mainstream financial systems and everyday life. Regulatory clarity, improved security, and solutions to scalability issues will be crucial for the continued growth and adoption of digital assets.

Conclusion

Cryptocurrencies represent a revolutionary shift in how we think about money, finance, and digital ownership. From Bitcoin's inception to the diverse array of altcoins available today, the cryptocurrency ecosystem is rich with innovation and potential. While challenges remain, the ongoing development and adoption of cryptocurrencies suggest a promising future for this digital revolution.

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Commodities Trading: Investing in Physical Goods

Commodities trading is an age-old practice that involves buying and selling physical goods like gold, oil, and agricultural products. Unlike stocks and bonds, which represent ownership in companies or debt, commodities are tangible assets that can be touched, stored, and consumed. Trading in commodities offers investors a way to diversify their portfolios, hedge against inflation, and potentially profit from price movements in global markets. In this blog, we’ll explore the basics of commodities trading, highlight popular commodities, and discuss how to invest in commodities through futures contracts and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Basics of Commodities Trading

What Are Commodities?

Commodities are raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold. They are typically standardized and interchangeable with other goods of the same type, regardless of who produces them. Commodities are divided into two main categories:

- Hard Commodities: Natural resources that are mined or extracted, such as gold, oil, and metals.

- Soft Commodities: Agricultural products that are grown or farmed, such as wheat, coffee, and cotton.

How Does Commodities Trading Work?

Commodities trading involves buying and selling these physical goods on various exchanges, often through futures contracts. A futures contract is an agreement to buy or sell a specific quantity of a commodity at a predetermined price on a future date. The goal of trading commodities is to profit from price fluctuations in these markets. Prices are influenced by supply and demand dynamics, geopolitical events, weather conditions, and other factors.

Why Trade Commodities?

- Diversification: Commodities often move independently of stocks and bonds, providing diversification benefits to a portfolio.

- Inflation Hedge: Commodities like gold and oil tend to retain their value during periods of inflation, making them a popular choice for hedging against rising prices.

- Global Exposure: Investing in commodities provides exposure to global economic trends and events, such as changes in energy demand, agricultural production, and geopolitical tensions.

Popular Commodities

1. Gold

Gold is one of the most widely traded and recognized commodities in the world. It has long been considered a safe-haven asset, particularly during times of economic uncertainty and market volatility. Investors buy gold to protect their wealth, hedge against inflation, and diversify their portfolios. Gold prices are influenced by factors such as interest rates, currency movements, and geopolitical risks.

2. Oil

Crude oil is the lifeblood of the global economy, powering industries, transportation, and heating. As one of the most actively traded commodities, oil prices are highly sensitive to geopolitical events, changes in supply and demand, and economic conditions. The two primary benchmarks for oil are West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent Crude, which are traded on exchanges like the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) and the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

3. Agricultural Products

Agricultural commodities include a wide range of products, such as wheat, corn, soybeans, coffee, and cotton. These commodities are essential to everyday life and are influenced by factors like weather patterns, crop yields, and global demand. Agricultural commodities are traded on exchanges like the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) and the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

4. Metals

In addition to gold, other metals like silver, platinum, and copper are also popular in commodities trading. These metals are used in various industries, from electronics and construction to jewelry and automotive manufacturing. Prices of metals are influenced by industrial demand, mining production, and global economic trends.

How to Invest in Commodities

1. Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are the most direct way to trade commodities. When you buy a futures contract, you agree to purchase a specific quantity of a commodity at a predetermined price on a future date. These contracts are standardized and traded on exchanges like the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

Advantages of Trading Futures:

- Leverage: Futures contracts allow you to control a large position with a relatively small amount of capital, magnifying potential returns.

- Liquidity: Futures markets are highly liquid, with many buyers and sellers, making it easy to enter and exit positions.

- Diversification: Futures provide direct exposure to a wide range of commodities, from metals and energy to agriculture.

Risks of Trading Futures:

- Leverage Risk: While leverage can enhance profits, it also increases the potential for significant losses if the market moves against you.

- Volatility: Commodities markets can be highly volatile, with prices swinging sharply in response to news, weather events, and geopolitical developments.

2. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

For those who prefer a less hands-on approach, ETFs offer a convenient way to invest in commodities. Commodity ETFs are funds that track the price of a specific commodity or a basket of commodities. For example, a gold ETF would track the price of gold, while an oil ETF might track a basket of energy commodities.

Advantages of Investing in ETFs:

- Accessibility: ETFs can be bought and sold on stock exchanges, just like shares of stock, making them easily accessible to individual investors.

- Diversification: Some ETFs track a broad range of commodities, providing exposure to multiple markets with a single investment.

- Lower Risk: ETFs do not involve leverage, reducing the risk compared to futures contracts.

Risks of Investing in ETFs:

- Tracking Error: The price of an ETF may not perfectly track the price of the underlying commodity, leading to potential discrepancies in returns.

- Management Fees: ETFs charge management fees, which can eat into your returns over time.

3. Commodity Stocks and Mutual Funds

Another way to gain exposure to commodities is by investing in stocks of companies involved in the production or extraction of commodities, such as mining companies, oil producers, and agricultural firms. Alternatively, commodity-focused mutual funds pool money from many investors to buy a diversified portfolio of commodity-related assets.

Advantages:

- Indirect Exposure: Commodity stocks and mutual funds offer exposure to commodity markets without the complexity of futures trading.

- Potential for Dividends: Some commodity stocks pay dividends, providing income in addition to capital appreciation.

Risks:

- Company-Specific Risks: Unlike direct commodity investments, stocks are subject to risks related to the specific companies, such as management decisions, operational issues, and competition.

- Market Risk: Commodity stocks can be affected by broader stock market movements, which may not always correlate with commodity prices.

Conclusion

Commodities trading offers investors a unique opportunity to invest in the physical goods that power the global economy. Whether you're interested in precious metals like gold, energy resources like oil, or agricultural products like wheat and coffee, commodities provide a way to diversify your portfolio and hedge against inflation. By understanding the basics of commodities trading, the different types of commodities available, and the various ways to invest—from futures contracts to ETFs—you can navigate the commodities markets with greater confidence and potentially profit from the dynamic forces that drive global supply and demand.

As with any investment, it’s important to thoroughly research and consider the risks involved before diving into commodities trading. With the right knowledge and strategy, commodities can be a valuable addition to your investment portfolio.

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mariacallous · 1 year ago

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Truth Social, former president Donald’s Trump’s clone of Twitter, has a fraction of the users of competitors like Reddit and X. The company has never turned a profit, and just happens to be the place where Trump is currently posting.

But on the Nasdaq, the stock exchange where Truth Social became a publicly traded company today, there's a different story: Truth Social has become a certified meme stock. Trump supporters seem to have conflated their support for the former president with the stock itself, and are buying en masse.

The stock quickly rose more than 40 percent after being listed and trades under a ticker of Trump’s initials, DJT. The company is now valued at more than $6.8 billion. The value, however, could change quickly; the stock was so volatile that it temporarily halted soon after it was listed. The company’s financial performance has been underwhelming. It posted $3.3 million in revenue and lost $49 million in the first three quarters of 2023, according to regulatory filings.

Still, Trump’s fans have posted on Reddit, X, and Truth Social about how they plan to hold the stock in defiance of traditional investing logic. Previous meme stocks like GameStop and cryptocurrency culture have helped provide the script, but the rhetorical formula is simple: Short sellers will perish, this stock is going to the moon, and don’t sell no matter what.

“Let’s go baby! Trump 2024 to the moon,” one user posted on Reddit, followed by the rocket ship emoji.

In another Reddit thread, stockholders discussed at what price they would sell shares in the company. “At least waiting for the election win,” one user posted, with the tag Diamond DWAC, a reference to “diamond hands,” a desire to hold a stock despite volatility.

“$150 maybe … but probably waiting for the launch of TMTG+ streaming and also stories videos,” another replied. “Or when our founder is The Leader of The Free World (again) and most reported on person on the world with the most attention on him and his platform. So maybe never‼️”

Reddit user deepfuckingbagholder speculated that the company could eventually be worth 1 trillion dollars. When another user replied, saying that valuation would be virtually impossible, deepfuckingbagholder wrote back: “This stock represents the value of Trump’s brand and I personally believe it can achieve that valuation.”

Truth Social is, predictability, a hotbed of conspiracy theories. Election denialism, vaccine skepticism, and the great replacement theory are all prominently featured on the site. The company has also been mired in controversy since it began, following Trump’s ban from Twitter after the January 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol. A former senior employee filed a whistleblower complaint with the SEC, and other former employees have sued the company, alleging breach of contract. Shareholders voted to take the company public last week, merging Trump Media and Technology Group with a publicly traded holding company, Digital World Acquisition Corp.

The outsize valuation of Truth Social has made Trump incredibly rich. His net worth rose $4 billion to $6.5 billion, making him one of the world’s 500 richest people, according to calculations by Bloomberg News. Trump is restricted from selling shares in the company for about six months, so his net worth could still tank, however, if the price of Truth Social falls.

On Truth Social, one user said a prayer. “Bless all the patriots invested in #DJT,” GothamGal wrote. “Bless this investment, and make us successful so that we may do your will and bring glory to you. Bless and protect our president DJT, and our country. In Jesus name.”

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