Microsoft and BlackRock's $30 Billion AI Gambit

Leverage in real estate investing is often misunderstood because it can amplify both gains and losses.(I'll share real-world examples like Vornado and NexPoint.) Today's Stocks & Topics: CAN - CNA Financial Corp., Market Wrap, MCK - McKesson Corp., Understanding Leverage in Real Estate Investing, Bond Funds, RBB - RBB Bancorp, The Bond Market, JD - JD.com Inc. ADR, PIMIX - PIMCO Income Fund Institutional, China’s Economy.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Americans now carry a staggering $1.14 trillion in credit card debt. There are key indicators that can help you understand WHEN you may be overextended. Today's Stocks & Topics: TXT - Textron Inc., Market Wrap, EQIX - Equinix Inc., R - Ryder System Inc., How Much Credit Card Debt is Too Much?, POET - POET Technologies Inc., OMCL - Omnicell Inc., PYPL - PayPal Holdings Inc., FL - Foot Locker Inc., Bonds, SMCI - Super Micro Computer Inc., Shippers Preparing for Potential East Coast Port Strike.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A partnership between Microsoft and investment powerhouse BlackRock looks to create a $30 billion fund for investing in AI infrastructure. Its goals are to accelerate the development of data centers and energy projects to meet the growing demand for AI computing power. Today's Stocks & Topics: VDE - Vanguard Energy ETF, Market Wrap, KEY - KeyCorp, Microsoft and BlackRock's $30 Billion AI Gambit, KHC - Kraft Heinz Co., QLYS - Qualys Inc., Justice Department vs. VISA, VFH - Vanguard Financials ETF, YY - JOYY Inc. ADR, SBUX - Starbucks Corp., Annuities Sales.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates has sparked renewed inflation concerns. The potential for increased borrowing and spending might lead to rising prices, complicating efforts to maintain economic stability. Today's Stocks & Topics: AGM - Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp. Cl C, Market Wrap, UBER - Uber Technologies Inc., The Fed's Rate Cut: Reigniting Inflation Fears?, AVGE - Avantis All Equity Markets ETF, Refinancing Your Mortgages, NXST - Nexstar Media Group Inc. Cl A, PLNT - Planet Fitness Inc. Cl A, ARM - Arm Holdings PLC ADR, GLD - SPDR Gold Shares, Delinquencies in the Office Market.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As AI technology advances, scammers are increasingly using voice cloning to impersonate trusted individuals, leading to a rise in fraudulent activities. Victims are often tricked into sending money or sharing sensitive information.Learn how these scams operate, the warning signs to watch for, and essential tips to safeguard yourself against becoming a victim. Also in this podcast: UNP - Union Pacific Corp. (NYS); STRW - Strawberry Fields REIT Inc. (ASE); FDS - FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYS); GLD - SPDR Gold Shares (ETF); RIO - Rio Tinto PLC ADR (NYS); CIVI - Civitas Resources Inc. (NYS); also, a listener question on 'moving averages'; plus Luke's MARKET WRAP UP, and his topic talking points: “Where to move money?” and “Nuclear Power Baseline Energy”; and Luke reviewed treasury rates, metal prices, and oil and gas prices. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a historic move, the Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in four years, reducing the benchmark rate by 50 basis points to a range of 4.75% to 5%. This decision aims to ease borrowing costs amid signs of easing inflation and a softening labor market.>> In particular, Justin answers the question: When will the average consumer feel the effects of Fed rate cuts?Also in this podcast: AEP - American Electric Power Co. Inc. (NAS); VRN - Veren Inc. (NYS); SCHW - Charles Schwab Corp. (NYS); VFC - VF Corp. (NYS); VCIT - Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond (ETF) vs. VGIT - Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury ETF (ETF); PGR - Progressive Corp. (NYS); ELS - Equity Lifestyle Properties Inc. (NYS); also, a listener question on 'value stocks'; plus Justin's MARKET WRAP UP, and his topic talking points: "529 Plans" and "Pig Butchering Scam". (Vulnerable people are losing big money to organized crime.)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With over 2,800 facilities in the U.S. alone, data centers have emerged as a billion-dollar real estate investment.(The surge in demand for cloud computing and AI technologies has driven land values up significantly, sometimes increasing tenfold in key locations. As private equity firms take notice, the real estate landscape is rapidly changing, highlighting the critical role of data centers in our digital infrastructure.)Also in this podcast: DIVI - Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (ETF); IIPR - Innovative Industrial Properties Inc. (NYS); PNC - PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (NYS); AAON - AAON Inc. (NAS); CUBI - Customers Bancorp Inc. (NYS); POWL - Powell Industries Inc. (NAS); CVS - CVS Health Corp. (NYS); also, Justin's MARKET WRAP UP, plus his topic talking points: "Fed Cuts Rates" and "Consumer Debt".Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

By incorporating brokerage accounts, health savings accounts (HSAs), and other options, you can enhance tax efficiency and gain more control over your withdrawals.(This approach helps mitigate future tax burdens and provides greater flexibility in managing your retirement funds.)Also in this podcast: NVR - NVR Inc. (NYS); AMPH - Amphastar Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NAS); MU - Micron Technology Inc. (NAS); NXRT - NexPoint Residential Trust Inc. (NYS); FANG - Diamondback Energy Inc. (NAS); HII - Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. (NYS); and a caller question asking about the best way to set-up a college funding mechanism-- for a newborn; also, Justin's MARKET WRAP UP, plus his topic talking points: "Federal Deficit" and "Mid Cap Stocks".Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a positive sign for investors, Tesla's return on capital employed (ROCE) has shown significant improvement, climbing to 8.4% over the past five years.(This increase indicates that the company is generating more profit from its investments. As Tesla continues to expand its capital base, understanding these trends could provide valuable insights into its future growth potential.)Also in this podcast: MCHP - Microchip Technology Inc. (NAS); DVN - Devon Energy Corp. (NYS); TEX - Terex Corp. (NYS); STWD - Starwood Property Trust Inc. (NYS); PYPL - PayPal Holdings Inc. (NAS); and a caller question on Options; also, Justin's MARKET WRAP UP, plus his topic talking points: "Efficient Market Hypothesis" and "Fed Meeting-Basis Point Cut?".Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As money market accounts reach a staggering $6.3 trillion, financial experts are warning against holding excessive cash. With the Federal Reserve expected to lower interest rates soon, now may be the time to explore better investment opportunities.Also in this podcast: VOO - Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (ETF); FSS - Federal Signal Corp. (NYS); BRK.B - Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Cl B (NYS); UEC - Uranium Energy Corp. (ASE); MEDP - Medpace Holdings Inc. (NAS); and Luke's MARKET WRAP UP plus his topic talking points: "Thematic ETFs" and "Apple Tech as hearing aids".Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy