Get ready for a game-changer in the world of mini PCs! ASUS is preparing to launch its highly anticipated ROG NUC 2025, a powerful and compact gaming system that promises to push the boundaries of performance and cooling. Equipped with Intel’s upcoming “Arrow Lake-H” processors and NVIDIA’s awaited “RTX 50” series, this new model promises to cater to demanding gamers and tech enthusiasts. The ROG NUC 2025 is the latest evolution in ASUS’s prestigious lineup of gaming PCs, featuring top-of-the-line components. An exciting detail leaked on Chinese platform Weibo shows a design slightly revised from its predecessor. With rumors hinting at an enhanced cooling solution, possibly due to an additional fan, this NUC model ensures optimal performance without overheating issues. Under the hood, the ROG NUC 2025 is expected to sport the Core Ultra 200H series CPUs, potentially the flagship Core Ultra 9 285H processor, a step up from the Meteor Lake architecture. Complementing the CPU is the move to NVIDIA’s desktop RTX 50 series, replacing the RTX 4060 and 4070 used in prior models. This shift symbolizes a leap in graphical prowess, hinting at the inclusion of an RTX 5060 or 5070. Notably, the front panel of the ROG NUC 2025 reveals modern connectivity options, including USB Type-A and Type-C ports. Missing, however, is the card reader available in earlier versions. As anticipation builds for CES 2025, details like release dates and pricing are yet to be announced. Nonetheless, expect a price tag north of the previous model’s $2000, given the advanced specifications and features. Unveiling ASUS ROG NUC 2025: A Compact Powerhouse Poised to Revolutionize Gaming The ASUS ROG NUC 2025 is emerging as a groundbreaking mini PC, set to redefine performance and efficiency in the world of compact gaming systems. This highly anticipated release boasts cutting-edge specifications that align with evolving tech trends, promising to cater to both discerning gamers and tech aficionados. Features and Specifications The ROG NUC 2025 is equipped with Intel’s next-generation “Arrow Lake-H” processors, specifically the Core Ultra 200H series, potentially featuring the powerhouse Core Ultra 9 285H processor. This latest advancement offers a significant improvement in performance over the previous Meteor Lake architecture. Complementing this CPU innovation, the mini PC houses NVIDIA’s upcoming “RTX 50” series GPUs—likely incorporating the RTX 5060 or 5070—ushering in superior graphical performance and visual fidelity. Additional innovations in the ROG NUC 2025 include a slightly redesigned chassis as per leaks on China’s Weibo platform. The system incorporates enhanced cooling mechanisms, potentially through an additional fan, to ensure peak performance under heavy loads without overheating. Connectivity and Design The front panel design emphasizes modern connectivity. It includes both USB Type-A and Type-C ports, providing versatile options for peripheral compatibility. However, this iteration forgoes the card reader found in previous models, aligning with the trend towards wireless and cloud-based data solutions. Market Predictions and Pricing Insights As we approach CES 2025, anticipation for the ROG NUC 2025 grows, with enthusiasts eager for official announcements on release dates and pricing. Given the anticipated high-end components and performance capabilities, market experts predict a starting price exceeding $2000, surpassing its predecessor. This follows a general trend in the rising costs of advanced gaming hardware given the increasing demand for powerful, compact systems. Trend Analysis and Market Position The ROG NUC 2025 is expected to set new standards in the mini PC market, appealing to a niche segment of gamers seeking desktop-grade performance in a compact form factor. This release underscores ASUS’s commitment to innovation and performance, reinforcing its position as a leader in the gaming technology space. By marrying compact design with uncompromising power, the ROG NUC 2025 not only caters to the immediate needs of the gaming community but also anticipates future gaming and multimedia demands. To learn more about ASUS’s technological innovations, visit the ASUS official website . Conclusion The ASUS ROG NUC 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative product in the mini PC landscape. Equipped with state-of-the-art components and designed for optimal cooling, it promises to deliver an unrivaled gaming experience. As more details emerge, gamers and tech enthusiasts worldwide await what could be a new benchmark in compact gaming innovation.
President-Elect Donald Trump’s mass deportation plan for undocumented immigrants could have wide-ranging impacts across the country, particularly in Florida. But— at the moment— the state’s new leaders said it’s not their problem. While on the campaign trail, the former president regularly vowed to deliver mass deportation "on day one." At rallies, he often made the case by relating it to migrant crime. "When I'm re-elected, we'll begin removing these criminals, these horrible people from our midst," President-elect Trump said at a recent MAGA rally in Wisconsin. "And we'll end up doing it immediately." RELATED STORY | Scripps News/Ipsos poll: Support for mass deportations drops when Americans consider potential consequences Jan. 20 is now fewer than two months away. If President-elect Trump delivers, the changes to the Florida workforce and economy could be wide-ranging, some have even suggested devastating. Even so, Florida House Speaker Danny Perez (R) and Senate President Ben Albritton (R) sidestepped questions about the potential impacts, earlier this week. “Any sort of immigration policy that comes from the federal government is for the federal government to decide," said the House Speaker. "That's a question that you should be asking the president.” President Albritton said something similar, telling reporters Tuesday: “The federal government is the federal government. State government is state government. That's a federal issue." When pressed further about the possible disruptions from mass deportation, Albritton doubled down. “That's up to the federal government," said the Senate President. "We'll see what they do.” RELATED STORY | Trump's mass deportation plan targets specific groups of immigrants Exactly what they will do remains unclear. Trump has confirmed he’ll use the military. Texas has offered up land along the border for “deportation facilities.” Trump’s advisors have even said he’ll seek to again eliminate DACA, an Obama-era program that protects undocumented who arrived as children. Florida Democrats, like Rep. Marie Woodson (D-Pembroke Pines) a Haitian migrant herself — have warned for months what these mass deportations could mean for Florida. Her concern is a rise in bigotry and racial profiling. “For those who are afraid, I’ll tell you this— be afraid of Trump because he has proven to you who he is," said Woodson. “Okay, mass deportation. In mass deportation, you don't know who's going to be in that ‘mass.’ But we know for sure he doesn't want the people who came from the Biden program. Our brothers and sisters in Ohio. He doesn't want them here. He doesn't want the TPS recipient. He doesn't want Haitians in general.” There’s a major economic concern too. The latest data from the American Immigration Council show Florida has one of the highest populations of undocumented in the country, about 1.1 million. They’re about seven percent of the workforce here — with jobs in ag, hospitality, and construction, contributing about $2 billion to state and local taxes alone. The Brookings Institution recently suggested mass deportation could also lead to a decrease in work for citizens. Researchers found for every half million deported, U.S.-born employment dropped by about 44,000. “Occupations common among unauthorized workers, such as construction laborers and cooks, are essential to keep businesses operating,” the report said, in part. "Deporting workers in these jobs affects U.S.-born workers too." Florida’s governor and lawmakers have multiple state immigration laws already on the books, with strict work verification rules for employers. They have said they’re more focused on making the labor market inhospitable rather than mass deportation. "We're protecting Floridians with the full extent of our powers to do that," DeSantis said in May of last year, before signing an immigration reform bill. "But it's sad. It's sad to see what's happened. It's sad to see these images of the lawlessness." A new era may be on the horizon, however. For now, Florida’s lawmaking leaders seem content with waiting to see what happens next before going further. This story was originally published by Forrest Saunders at Scripps News Tampa .
Investar Holding Co. ( NASDAQ:ISTR – Get Free Report ) announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, December 18th, Wall Street Journal reports. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, December 31st will be given a dividend of 0.105 per share by the financial services provider on Friday, January 31st. This represents a $0.42 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.91%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, December 31st. Investar has increased its dividend payment by an average of 16.5% per year over the last three years. Investar has a dividend payout ratio of 21.9% meaning its dividend is sufficiently covered by earnings. Research analysts expect Investar to earn $1.83 per share next year, which means the company should continue to be able to cover its $0.42 annual dividend with an expected future payout ratio of 23.0%. Investar Stock Performance NASDAQ ISTR opened at $21.98 on Friday. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of $22.65 and a 200-day simple moving average of $19.30. The company has a current ratio of 0.95, a quick ratio of 0.95 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.85. The stock has a market cap of $216.06 million, a PE ratio of 12.28 and a beta of 0.79. Investar has a twelve month low of $14.60 and a twelve month high of $24.81. Insider Activity at Investar In other Investar news, Director Scott G. Ginn acquired 8,475 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, November 22nd. The stock was purchased at an average price of $23.68 per share, for a total transaction of $200,688.00. Following the completion of the acquisition, the director now owns 8,475 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $200,688. This trade represents a ∞ increase in their position. The acquisition was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Company insiders own 8.73% of the company’s stock. Analyst Ratings Changes Separately, StockNews.com downgraded shares of Investar from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. View Our Latest Report on ISTR About Investar ( Get Free Report ) Investar Holding Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Investar Bank that provides a range of commercial banking products to individuals, professionals, and small to medium-sized businesses in south Louisiana, southeast Texas, and Alabama in the United States. The company offers various deposit products and services, such as savings, checking, money market, and individual retirement accounts, as well as various certificates of deposit; debit and credit cards; internet, mobile, and video banking services; and reciprocal deposit products. Further Reading Receive News & Ratings for Investar Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Investar and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .The Latest: Former President Jimmy Carter is Dead at age 100