MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With Penn State's strong push for a spot in the College Football Playoff still a couple of wins from completion, the biggest roadblock to a bid for the Nittany Lions in this favorable final third of their schedule has appeared with a trip to Minnesota . That's why this week, naturally, is too early for them to talk about making the inaugural 12-team tournament — as enticing as their prospects might be. “I think the quality of teams that we go in and play each week speaks for itself,” quarterback Drew Allar said. "But as far as rankings, it doesn’t really matter until it matters.” Penn State (9-1, 6-1 Big Ten) is fourth in both the AP poll and the CFP rankings this week, needing help for a long-shot hope of reaching the Big Ten title game because of a loss to now-No. 2 Ohio State on Nov. 2. In this new era of playoff expansion, the Nittany Lions are on firm footing for an at-large bid. Lose to the unranked Gophers (6-4, 4-3), however, and that ground could become shaky given the current collection of standout two-loss teams in the SEC. In case the Nittany Lions needed proof of the danger of letting focus diverge, coach James Franklin and his staff can call up the tape from Nov. 9, 2019. That's when an undefeated Penn State team came to Minnesota and lost 31-26 . The Nittany Lions lost again at Ohio State two weeks later and finished 11-2, one of several not-quite performances for this storied program that last went unbeaten in 1994 and hasn't been recognized as national champions since 1986. The Gophers were undefeated themselves after that game before losses to rivals Iowa and Wisconsin ended their Rose Bowl quest. This team isn't on that level of talent and success from five years ago, but the chemistry has been off the charts. Coach P.J. Fleck drew attention to some of the individual standout performances that fueled the signature victory in 2019 in meetings with players this week. “We need our best playmakers to play their best. Penn State’s going to need their playmakers to be their best. That’s what happens in November,” Fleck said. Tyler Warren has already shattered nearly every record for Penn State tight ends. The do-it-all senior become such a force his teammates insist he’s worthy of the Heisman Trophy, tracking toward the top of the NFL draft board for his position next spring. “He’s the best tight end in America, but he’s also the most complete tight end in America," Allar said. Warren is coming off a 190-yard performance at Purdue that included 63 yards on three rushes and 127 yards on eight receptions. “He has the ability to take a play that should be 2 or 3 yards and turn it into 30 or 40,” Gophers defensive end Danny Striggow said. Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter has 171⁄2 tackles for loss, the second-most in the FBS, and eight sacks to match the third-most in the Big Ten. He has a challenging matchup this week with Minnesota left tackle Aireontae Ersery across from him in a battle of projected first-round NFL draft picks. Gophers coaches told Striggow and his fellow defensive linemen a couple of seasons ago to relish the opportunity to face Ersery in practice. “That’s one of the best looks in the country that you’re going to get,” Striggow said. Carter has successfully made the transition from linebacker this season. “He is impacting the game in a number of ways, which creates opportunities for other guys on our defensive line and within our defense and causes a lot of headaches,” Franklin said. “He is becoming more and more of a leader every single day.” Allar and the Nittany Lions have paid particular attention to protecting the ball this week, given the Gophers have 16 interceptions, one short of the national lead. Penn State quarterback Drew Allar feels he’ll need to be especially accurate this weekend considering Minnesota has 16 interceptions on the season. “We’re just going to have to be disciplined and stick to our game plan,” Allar said. The Gophers have a strong group of departing players who will take the field at Huntington Bank Stadium for the final time, including Ersery, quarterback Max Brosmer, wide receiver Daniel Jackson, right guard Quinn Carroll, cornerback Justin Walley, kicker Dragan Kesich and Striggow. “It’s been good to reflect, but it’s not over yet," Striggow said. "Those short windows of reflection, I cut ’em out and then say, ‘We’ve got some more memories to make.’” Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football .
Despite economic headwinds in recent years, including high prices and interest rates , one bright spot has been a surge in new businesses. Across cities nationwide, aspiring and existing entrepreneurs are launching businesses at rates not seen in recent history. This trend defies pressures from high operational costs and limited access to capital, signaling a wave of innovation and adaptability. Many of these new ventures are born out of necessity—a reminder that challenging times often inspire fresh ideas and creative solutions. Whether driven by shifts in the labor market, evolving consumer needs, or a desire for greater autonomy, entrepreneurs across a wide range of industries have turned obstacles into opportunities and are reshaping local economies in the process. After rapidly rising during COVID, new business applications remain elevated Source: Simply Business analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data | Image Credit: Simply Business New business applications have surged to unprecedented levels over the past five years. For much of the 2000s and 2010s, business applications hovered between 2.5 million and 3.5 million annually. In 2020, however, applications spiked dramatically, reaching 4.35 million—a roughly 25% increase from the previous year. This trend accelerated further in 2021, with applications exceeding 5.3 million, and has since stabilized. The economic shifts brought on by the pandemic spurred a renewed wave of entrepreneurship , fueled by the rise of remote work, digital transformation, and shifting consumer demands. Despite inflation and increased borrowing costs since 2022, applications have continued to exceed pre-pandemic norms, with 5.45 million applications filed in 2023. Early 2024 figures show a potential year-end total near 5.2 million. Holding companies, retail see largest growth in new business applications Source: Simply Business analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data | Image Credit: Simply Business Across the 15 largest industry sectors, management of companies and retail trade have experienced the most significant growth in new business applications since 2019—indicating strong opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs in those areas of the economy. Applications in the management of companies sector, which includes holding companies and corporate offices, rose by 88.1% from 2019 to 2023. Retail trade followed closely, with an 85.9% increase, indicating strong entrepreneurial activity in these areas. Other industries seeing significant growth include administrative and support services (up 70%), accommodation and food services (66.3%), and transportation and warehousing (65.1%). While certain sectors show high growth in applications, some are more likely than others to convert these applications into employer businesses. Among the top industries, accommodation and food services leads, with 15.6% of its new business applications projected to become employer businesses. Health care and social assistance follow at 11.1%, with construction (7.8%), professional services (7.5%), and manufacturing (7.1%) rounding out the list. By contrast, management of companies, despite its significant growth, has a lower conversion rate, with only 0.9% of applications expected to become employer businesses. Business-friendly states Wyoming and Delaware see the biggest surge in new business applications Source: Simply Business analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data | Image Credit: Simply Business At the state level, Wyoming and Delaware stand out for their growth in business applications. Wyoming business applications more than tripled between 2019 and 2023, resulting in an additional 39,609 applications. Delaware business applications grew by 113%, adding 29,244 new applications. Both states are known for business-friendly policies , encouraging people to incorporate and start businesses there. Outside of Wyoming and Delaware, states in the southern half of the country generally recorded larger increases in new business applications than those in the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, or Midwest. Leading Sun Belt states include New Mexico (+92.1%), South Carolina (+77.9%), Alabama (+72.2%), and Florida (+69.5%). New business applications in Texas also posted an above-average increase of 63.4%. These states tend to have either favorable tax rates, privacy laws, filing requirements, or some combination of the three that make them appealing to business owners. At the local level, these geographic patterns are less distinct, reflecting variations in local economies. For example, several California metropolitan areas rank highly despite California as a state recording below-average growth in business applications. Among the nation’s largest metropolitan areas, Sacramento, CA (+127.8%) and Fresno, CA (+101.1%) ranked first and second, with Riverside, CA (+80.4%) ranking fourth. Rounding out the top five were Tampa, FL and Indianapolis, IN. Tampa business applications increased by 84% between 2019 and 2023, while Indianapolis business applications grew by 77.5%. Understanding which areas are experiencing new business growth is useful for both current and aspiring business owners. High-growth areas often reflect favorable conditions such as supportive local policies, growing populations, and affordability, which can impact a business’s chances of success. This information allows business owners to assess where opportunities may be strongest based on recent activity. This analysis was conducted by Simply Business —a small business insurance marketplace—using 2019 and 2023 data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Researchers ranked locations based on the percentage change in new business applications between the annual figures for 2019 and 2023. Here is a summary of the data for Georgia : For reference, here are the statistics for the entire United States: For more information, a detailed methodology, and complete results, see Cities Experiencing a Surge in New Business Applications on Simply Business.
Top 4 Crypto Coins to Grab: BlockDAG, Solana, Dogecoin, and CardanoWhat to know about Scott Turner, Trump's pick for housing secretaryBEIJING , Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 22, 2024 , the " Global Gen Z Views on Beijing " event organized by China Daily New Media Center and 21st Century Media and Education officially launched. The event will spotlight three key themes: Beijing's cultural legacy, technological innovation, and environmental conservation. During the event, over 20 international influencers will visit notable sites including the Capital Museum and the Zhoukoudian Site Museum to explore the Beijing's rich history. They will also visit Beijing's leading tech enterprises and innovation hubs to experience the city's technological advancements. Additionally, the influencers will visit iconic locations such as the Yanqing Ecological Civilization Exhibition and the Beijing Wild Duck Lake National Wetland Park, gaining a firsthand perspective on the integration of environmental conservation and industrial development in the city. Through dynamic and youthful storytelling, the event aims to showcase Beijing's rich cultural heritage and its achievements in sustainable, high-quality development to audiences worldwide. During the first day of the event, Veronica, an Italian exchange student at Tsinghua University, expressed her excitement, saying, "I am delighted to be part of this event. My deep interest in Chinese culture brought me to China for my studies, and I have gained a lot from this experience." This event serves not only as a cultural exploration but also as a key platform for sharing Beijing's historical and modern development with audiences worldwide. Through the influencers' firsthand experiences, Beijing's rich cultural heritage and contemporary achievements will be vividly showcased to worldwide audiences. This event offers an international stage for Beijing to highlight its unique appeal, while promoting cultural exchange and fostering global understanding. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-gen-z-views-on-beijing-a-journey-through-the-citys-culture-innovation-and-ecology-302314744.html SOURCE China Daily
Stock market today: Wall Street rises with Nvidia as bitcoin bursts above $99,000Global Gen Z Views on Beijing: A Journey Through the City's Culture, Innovation, and EcologyCompany experts offer predictions across key sectors to help businesses navigate the unexpected MEMPHIS, Tenn. , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of claims management, loss adjusting and technology-enabled business solutions, has published its Forecasting 2025 thought leadership report . In preparing the report, Sedgwick's experts conducted research and engaged with clients for notable insights to forecast trends across key sectors and topics. The content focuses on ensuring organizations are aware of new risks and evolving trends and helping them navigate the unexpected in the year ahead. The Forecasting 2025 thought leadership report highlights trends related to: "2024 was a seismic year across industry sectors as companies navigated the unexpected, and 2025 will be no different," said Kimberly George, Sedgwick's Global Chief Brand Officer . "These predictions serve as a barometer for what's to come, so leaders around the world can prepare accordingly." The trends and predictions in the Forecasting 2025 report will be monitored by Sedgwick's experts throughout the year and serve as part of a larger thought leadership strategy to keep clients and partners informed. With this, Sedgwick will launch a new podcast featuring in-depth conversations with its experts and client partners on a new topic each month. For more on the report insights, visit sedgwick.com . About Sedgwick Sedgwick is a leading global provider of claims management, loss adjusting and technology-enabled business solutions. The company provides a broad range of resources tailored to clients' specific needs in casualty, property, marine, benefits, brand protection and other lines. At Sedgwick, caring counts; through the dedication and expertise of over 33,000 colleagues across 80 countries, the company takes care of people and organizations by mitigating and reducing risks and losses, promoting health and productivity, protecting brand reputations, and containing costs that can impact performance. Sedgwick's majority shareholder is The Carlyle Group; Stone Point Capital LLC, Altas Partners, CDPQ, Onex and other management investors are minority shareholders. For more, see sedgwick.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sedgwick-shares-major-trends-in-forecasting-2025-report-302330767.html SOURCE Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.
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Septic Tank Market Growth Opportunities and Forecast Market Dynamics: Size, Share, and Growth Trends 2024 - 2031Principal Financial Group Inc. reduced its stake in Liberty Latin America Ltd. ( NASDAQ:LILAK – Free Report ) by 3.8% during the third quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 63,771 shares of the company’s stock after selling 2,498 shares during the period. Principal Financial Group Inc.’s holdings in Liberty Latin America were worth $605,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Vanguard Group Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Liberty Latin America by 6.4% in the first quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 3,271,414 shares of the company’s stock worth $22,867,000 after purchasing an additional 197,988 shares during the last quarter. Genesis Investment Management LLP boosted its position in Liberty Latin America by 39.4% during the 2nd quarter. Genesis Investment Management LLP now owns 2,609,237 shares of the company’s stock valued at $25,101,000 after buying an additional 737,883 shares during the period. Banco Santander S.A. bought a new stake in Liberty Latin America in the 2nd quarter worth $13,188,000. Millennium Management LLC raised its stake in shares of Liberty Latin America by 305.1% during the second quarter. Millennium Management LLC now owns 986,782 shares of the company’s stock valued at $9,493,000 after acquiring an additional 743,197 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Bank of New York Mellon Corp boosted its holdings in shares of Liberty Latin America by 8.8% during the second quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 583,018 shares of the company’s stock worth $5,609,000 after purchasing an additional 46,919 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 52.98% of the company’s stock. Liberty Latin America Stock Up 1.0 % NASDAQ LILAK opened at $7.04 on Friday. The stock’s 50 day moving average is $9.00 and its 200 day moving average is $9.17. The firm has a market capitalization of $1.38 billion, a PE ratio of -2.40 and a beta of 1.12. Liberty Latin America Ltd. has a twelve month low of $5.95 and a twelve month high of $10.93. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth View Our Latest Stock Analysis on LILAK About Liberty Latin America ( Free Report ) Liberty Latin America Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, provides fixed, mobile, and subsea telecommunications services. The company operates through C&W Caribbean, C&W Panama, Liberty Networks, Liberty Puerto Rico, and Liberty Costa Rico segments. It offers communications and entertainment services, including video, broadband internet, fixed-line, telephony, and mobiles services to residential and business customers; and business products and services that include enterprise-grade connectivity, data center, hosting, and managed solutions, as well as information technology solutions for small and medium enterprises, international companies, and governmental agencies. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding LILAK? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Liberty Latin America Ltd. ( NASDAQ:LILAK – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Liberty Latin America Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Liberty Latin America and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Canton Aargau rejects lowering voting age to 16
Scott Turner, President-elect Donald Trump choice to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development , is a former NFL player who ran the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council during Trump’s first term. Turner, 52, is the first Black person selected to be a member of the Republican's Cabinet. Here are some things to know about Turner: From professional football to politics Turner grew up in a Dallas suburb, Richardson, and graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He was a defensive back and spent nine seasons in the NFL beginning in 1995, playing for the Washington Redskins, San Diego Chargers and Denver Broncos. During offseasons, he worked as an intern then-Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif. After Turner retired in 2004, he worked full time for the congressman. In 2006, Turner ran unsuccessfully as a Republican in California’s 50th Congressional District. Turner joined the Texas House in 2013 as part of a large crop of tea party-supported lawmakers. He tried unsuccessfully to become speaker before he finished his second term in 2016. He did not seek a third term. Motivational speaker and pastor Turner also worked for a software company in a position called “chief inspiration officer” and said he acted as a professional mentor, pastor, and councilor for the employees and executive team. He has also been a motivational speaker. He and his wife, Robin Turner, founded a nonprofit promoting initiatives to improve childhood literacy. His church, Prestonwood Baptist Church, lists him as an associate pastor. He is also chair of the center for education opportunity at America First Policy Institute, a think tank set up by former Trump administration staffers to lay the groundwork if he won a second term. Headed council in Trump's first term Trump introduced Turner in April 2019 as the head of the new White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council. Trump credited Turner with “helping to lead an Unprecedented Effort that Transformed our Country’s most distressed communities.” The mission of the council was to coordinate with various federal agencies to attract investment to so-called “Opportunity Zones," which were economically depressed areas eligible to be used for the federal tax incentives. The role of HUD HUD is responsible for addressing the nation’s housing needs. It also is charged with fair housing laws and oversees housing for the poorest Americans, sheltering more than 4.3 million low-income families through public housing, rental subsidy and voucher programs. The agency, with a budget of tens of billions of dollars, runs a multitude of programs that do everything from reducing homelessness to promoting homeownership. It also funds the construction of affordable housing and provides vouchers that allow low income families pay for housing in the private market. During the campaign, Trump focused mostly on the prices of housing, not public housing. He railed against the high cost of housing and said he could make it more affordable by cracking down on illegal immigration and reducing inflation. He also said he would work to reduce regulations on home construction and make some federal land available for residential construction.Kaizer Chiefs linked with THREE midfielders worth R30 million
Seibert misses an extra point late as the Commanders lose their 3rd in a row, 34-26 to the Cowboys LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Washington’s Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, Dallas’ Juanyeh Thomas returned the ensuing onside kick attempt for a touchdown, and the Cowboys pulled out a 34-26 victory Sunday that extended the Commanders’ skid to three games. Seibert was wide left on the point-after attempt following a bad snap. On the ensuing onside kick attempt, Juanyeh Thomas returned it 43 yards for a touchdown as the Cowboys ended their losing streak at five in improbable fashion. Earlier in the fourth quarter, KaVonte Turpin returned a kickoff 99 yards for a TD. Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs win at the buzzer again, topping Panthers 30-27 on Shrader's field goal CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw for 269 yards and three touchdowns, Spencer Shrader kicked a 31-yard field goal as time expired and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Carolina Panthers 30-27 to reach double-digit wins for the 10th straight season. The Chiefs bounced back from last week’s 30-21 loss at Buffalo and won at the buzzer yet again in a season of narrow escapes. Noah Brown caught two TD passes and DeAndre Hopkins also had a touchdown catch. Bryce Young finished 21 of 35 for 262 yards and a touchdown for the Panthers, who had their two-game winning streak snapped. Sam Darnold leads game-winning drive in OT and Vikings beat Bears 30-27 after blowing late lead CHICAGO (AP) — Sam Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo’s game-ending 29-yard field goal, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted the Chicago Bears 30-27 after giving up 11 points in the final 22 seconds of regulation. Darnold threw two touchdown passes, Jordan Addison caught eight passes for a career-high 162 yards and a touchdown, and T.J. Hockenson had 114 yards receiving for the Vikings, who remained one game behind Detroit in the rugged NFC North. Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears, who lost their fifth straight. From Maui to the Caribbean, college hoops' Thanksgiving tournaments a beloved part of the sport College basketball is ready for its Thanksgiving Week closeup. The schedule is full of early season tournaments that could create buzzworthy marquee matchups. And many of those come in warm-weather locations. The Maui Invitational in Hawaii turns 40 years old this year. It opens Monday with a field that includes two-time reigning national champion and second ranked UConn. The Battle 4 Atlantis men's tournament in the Bahamas opens Wednesday. It has a field topped by No. 3 Gonzaga. There are also multiple women's events in the Bahamas featuring ranked teams, including the fourth Atlantis women's tournament. AP Top 25: Alabama, Mississippi out of top 10 and Miami, SMU are in; Oregon remains unanimous No. 1 Alabama and Mississippi tumbled out of the top 10 of The Associated Press college football poll and Miami and SMU moved in following a chaotic weekend in the SEC. Oregon is No. 1 for the sixth straight week and Ohio State, Texas and Penn State held their places behind the Ducks. The shuffling begins at No. 5, where Notre Dame returned for the first time since Week 2 after beating Army for its ninth straight win. No. 6 Georgia and No. 7 Tennessee each moved up two spots. Miami, SMU and Indiana round out the top 10. Thitikul finishes eagle-birdie to win CME Group Tour Championship and claim record $4M prize NAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Down by two shots with two holes to play, Jeeno Thitikul knew exactly what was needed to capture the biggest prize in women’s golf history. And a eagle-birdie finish for the second straight day made it happen. Thitikul claimed the record-setting $4 million first-place check by winning the CME Group Tour Championship on Sunday. It was the biggest money prize in women’s golf history. Thitikul shot a 7-under 65 on Sunday and finished the week at 22 under, one shot ahead of Angel Yin (66). Yin had a two-shot lead walking to the 17th tee, only to wind up settling for the $1 million runner-up check. Jannik Sinner leads Italy past the Netherlands for its second consecutive Davis Cup title MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Jannik Sinner clinched Italy's second consecutive Davis Cup title and capped his breakthrough season at the top of tennis by beating Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (2), 6-2 for a 2-0 win over the Netherlands in the final of the team competition in Malaga, Spain. Matteo Berrettini won Sunday's opening singles match 6-4, 6-2 against Botic van de Zandschulp. The Italians are the first country to win the Davis Cup twice in a row since the Czech Republic in 2012 and 2013. The No. 1-ranked Sinner stretched his unbeaten streak in singles to 14 matches and 26 sets. Netherlands reached the Davis Cup final for the first time. Verstappen still manages to win 4th straight F1 title in one of worst seasons of his Red Bull career LAS VEGAS (AP) — Max Verstappen won an unbelievable 19 races last season that included an incredible streak of 10 in a row in what would arguably go down as one of the greatest years in Formula 1 history. And yet it is this year’s eight-win season — his lowest victory total since 2020 — that Verstappen considers a career-defining campaign. Those eight wins were enough to win him a fourth consecutive F1 championship on Saturday night with his easy drive at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The championship made Verstappen only the sixth driver in F1 history to win four or more titles. Maverick McNealy birdies the last hole at Sea Island to finally become PGA Tour winner ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. (AP) — Maverick McNealy is finally a winner on the PGA Tour, and it took a shot he won't soon forget. McNealy was part of a four-way tie for the lead when he drilled a 6-iron to 5 feet on the final hole at Sea Island for birdie and a 68. That gave him a one-shot victory over Daniel Berger, Nico Echavarria and Florida State sophomore Luke Clanton. Berger and Henrik Norlander moved into the top 125 to keep full PGA Tour cards for next year. Clanton continued to show his promise. It was his second runner-up finish and fourth top 10 this year. When Harbaugh brothers meet for 3rd time Monday, Archie Manning can relate to Jack Harbaugh EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Archie Manning can empathize with what Jack Harbaugh will be going through again on Monday night. For the first time in 11 years, the 85-year-old patriarch of the Harbaugh family has to be a neutral observer with Jim’s Los Angeles Chargers hosting John’s Baltimore Ravens in the third matchup between the coaching brothers. John Harbaugh has won the previous two matchups. Manning, more than anyone, knows the attention and conflicting emotions of these games. He had to go through it three times when his sons, quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, faced off. Jack and Jackie Harbaugh attended the first two meetings but will not be at Monday’s game.Hezbollah rocket hits near Tel Aviv after Beirut airstrike
Principal Financial Group Inc. increased its holdings in Costamare Inc. ( NYSE:CMRE – Free Report ) by 34.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 59,177 shares of the shipping company’s stock after acquiring an additional 15,092 shares during the period. Principal Financial Group Inc.’s holdings in Costamare were worth $930,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of CMRE. Unison Advisors LLC raised its stake in shares of Costamare by 1.0% during the 2nd quarter. Unison Advisors LLC now owns 82,707 shares of the shipping company’s stock worth $1,359,000 after purchasing an additional 854 shares in the last quarter. SummerHaven Investment Management LLC increased its holdings in Costamare by 1.3% in the second quarter. SummerHaven Investment Management LLC now owns 74,571 shares of the shipping company’s stock worth $1,225,000 after buying an additional 990 shares during the last quarter. Ballentine Partners LLC raised its position in Costamare by 7.6% during the third quarter. Ballentine Partners LLC now owns 14,262 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $224,000 after acquiring an additional 1,012 shares in the last quarter. CWM LLC lifted its stake in Costamare by 53.6% in the second quarter. CWM LLC now owns 4,302 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $71,000 after acquiring an additional 1,502 shares during the last quarter. Finally, nVerses Capital LLC grew its position in Costamare by 1,700.0% in the third quarter. nVerses Capital LLC now owns 1,800 shares of the shipping company’s stock worth $28,000 after acquiring an additional 1,700 shares in the last quarter. 58.08% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Costamare Price Performance Shares of NYSE:CMRE opened at $14.29 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $1.68 billion, a PE ratio of 4.75 and a beta of 1.37. The company has a current ratio of 1.65, a quick ratio of 1.56 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73. Costamare Inc. has a 1-year low of $9.16 and a 1-year high of $17.58. The business’s 50 day moving average is $14.37 and its 200-day moving average is $14.61. Costamare Dividend Announcement The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, November 6th. Stockholders of record on Monday, October 21st were paid a $0.115 dividend. This represents a $0.46 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 3.22%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, October 21st. Costamare’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 15.28%. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts have commented on the stock. StockNews.com downgraded shares of Costamare from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 23rd. Jefferies Financial Group reiterated a “hold” rating and set a $13.00 price target on shares of Costamare in a research note on Friday, November 1st. Read Our Latest Stock Report on CMRE Costamare Company Profile ( Free Report ) Featured Articles Want to see what other hedge funds are holding CMRE? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Costamare Inc. ( NYSE:CMRE – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Costamare Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Costamare and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Winners, losers as Browns stun Steelers 24-19 in prime time snow gameGoogle has revealed its plans to launch its “Google Wallet” service in Egypt starting from January 2025. Google Wallet is a secure and reliable digital solution that allows you to easily save and manage payment methods, cards, ID cards, tickets, and keys, whereas Google Pay that enables you to make purchases easily online, in applications, or using the contactless payment feature in stores that support the service. Google Wallet will be the second digital payment tool to be launched in Egypt, days after Apple made its “Apple Pay” service available. Using Google Pay To start using Google Pay, you must install the Google Pay or Google Wallet application. For Android users, Google Wallet is preferable due to its additional features, such as storing ID cards, loyalty cards, event tickets, permits, public transportation cards, and more. Unlike the Apple Wallet on iOS devices, Google Wallet offers a practical solution for storing a variety of items you would normally carry in your traditional wallet, allowing you to easily access them through your mobile device. Google Pay is primarily focused on enabling mobile payments, however, the Google Pay app was discontinued on June 4 in the US, making the switch to Google Wallet the best option to take advantage of its more comprehensive features. However, Google Wallet is currently not available to iOS users, which means that if you own an iPhone, you will need to continue using the Google Pay app instead for the time being. At the Google Pay mobile app, tap “add account” to add payment methods. After installing the Google Pay or Google Wallet app, you’ll need to sign in to your Google Account and then add a payment method, such as a credit or debit card, to use the service. After you’ve added at least one card to your Google Pay account, you can start making mobile payments in stores. At checkout, look for signs that say Google Pay or contactless payment cards are accepted. All you have to do is unlock your phone, hold it near the payment symbol, and wait for the transaction to be confirmed, without having to open the app. If you have set up more than one payment method in Google Wallet, you can choose which one you want to use when paying. To do this, open the app when you get to the checkout area and swipe through the cards until you reach the card you want to use. Then, hold your phone in front of the payment terminal to complete the transaction as usual. Are Google Pay & Wallet free? The good news is that Google Pay is completely free to use. The Google Pay and Google Wallet apps are free to download, and there are no subscription fees or additional charges for making mobile payments. Of course, that doesn’t mean that purchases made with Google Pay are completely free. Google Pay lets you make payments using credit cards, debit cards, and bank accounts. So if you normally pay interest or fees when you use your card, you’ll still pay those fees when you use it with Google Pay. But the beauty of Google Pay is that there are no additional fees to use it. How secure is it? Google Pay is surprisingly safer than using a credit card for several reasons. First, Google Pay’s payments are encrypted, meaning the service sends payment information using a unique code for each purchase. If the data is intercepted, it won’t be useful to a hacker or thief, since your actual credit card information isn’t available. Perhaps most important is the physical security Google Pay provides. If your physical credit card is lost or stolen, it can be used to make purchases, at least until you notify your credit card company and cancel the card. But when you use Google Pay on your phone, your credit card information is still protected by a passcode or biometric technologies like facial recognition. Pros and Cons of Google Pay One of the advantages of Google Pay is its integration with many other popular Google products. For example, Google offers a price guarantee service through Google Flights, where Google will pay you the difference if the price of your flight drops after you book it. All you need to do is have a Google Pay account to take advantage of this service. Not only is it a secure and reliable payment system, it is also widely compatible with many retailers. All you need to do is look for the Google Pay symbol or the contactless payment symbol when making a payment. With the Google Wallet app, Google Pay offers additional benefits, as users store transit cards, boarding passes, loyalty cards and more, all in one place. However, there are drawbacks to Google Pay. Although it is popular among retailers, especially in major cities, it is still not available everywhere. You may have difficulty using Google Pay to make purchases, especially in smaller areas or independent stores. Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
Iowa cornerback Jermari Harris has opted out of the remainder of the 2024 season in order to prepare for the NFL draft, according to a report by 247Sports.com . The 6-foot-1 sixth-year senior from Chicago has recorded 27 tackles, three interceptions and a team-high seven pass breakups in 10 games for the Hawkeyes this season. That includes a pick-6 in a 38-21 win over Troy earlier this season. Iowa (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten) plays at Maryland on Saturday before closing out its regular season at home against Nebraska on Nov. 29. The Hawkeyes are already bowl eligible, so Harris is likely opting out of three games in total. After missing the entire 2022 season due to an ankle injury, Harris was suspended for two games of the following season for his involvement in the gambling investigation into Iowa athletics. He later emerged as the Hawkeyes' top cornerback, earning the team's comeback player of the year award after compiling 42 tackles, one interception and eight pass breakups. Harris will finish his college career with 105 tackles and eight interceptions. --Field Level MediaReport: Iowa CB Jermari Harris opts out of rest of season