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CYPRESS LAKE, Fla. (AP) — Kam Craft and Peter Suder both had 18 points in Miami (OH)'s 70-58 victory against Siena on Monday. Craft added five rebounds for the RedHawks (3-2). Suder shot 7 of 9 from the floor, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and 3 for 3 from the line. Eian Elmer shot 4 for 8 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 5 of 5 from the free-throw line to finish with 15 points. The Saints (3-3) were led by Major Freeman, who recorded 15 points. Brendan Coyle added 12 points for Siena. Justice Shoats had 12 points. Story continues below video The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .7.0 earthquake off Northern California prompts brief tsunami warning
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said that Pakistan’s economy is witnessing a turnaround due to the difficult decisions taken by the government. Addressing the National Productivity, Quality, and Innovation (PQI) Summit 2024 in Islamabad on Thursday, the minister said that inflation has decreased to a single digit and exports have increased by 14 percent. He also highlighted the rapid growth of IT exports. Iqbal said, “Productivity, quality, and innovation are the bedrock of economic success. By adopting these principles, we can increase our exports from $30 billion to $100 billion.” He said that friendly countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and Azerbaijan, have identified a $29 billion portfolio investment opportunity in Pakistan. The summit began with an opening address by Federal Minister Iqbal, who emphasised the crucial role of productivity, quality, and innovation in driving sustainable economic growth and enhancing Pakistan’s global competitiveness. The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives inaugurated the National Productivity, Quality, and Innovation (PQI) Summit 2024 in Islamabad on Thursday. This two-day event revolves around the theme “Driving Growth Through Excellence in Productivity, Quality, and Innovation.” The event brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including esteemed academics, CEOs of leading brands, leaders from chambers of commerce and industry, and corporate executives. Senior officials from the Ministry of Planning, including members, chiefs, and project directors, also actively participated in the discussions. In his address, Iqbal highlighted Pakistan’s achievements despite early challenges post-independence. “From limited resources, Pakistan has risen to become the seventh nuclear power and is now manufacturing advanced aircraft. However, we must acknowledge that we have lagged behind in key sectors compared to other nations,” he remarked. He pointed out that in 1980, Pakistan’s per capita income was higher than China’s, but the gap has since widened, with Bangladesh and India surpassing Pakistan in economic growth. “We must decide now whether we will become a successful nation in the next 30 years,” he stated. Iqbal stressed collective responsibility to restore Pakistan’s progress. He added that since 2022, efforts have been made to revive the economy. “Today, the stock market is rising, exports are growing, inflation is down to seven per cent, and the stock market has crossed the 96,000-point threshold. To further strengthen the economy, we need political stability, policy continuity, and an export-led growth model, with focus areas in human resource development, IT, agriculture, and mining. If we align our products with global standards, Pakistan can become a competitive economy.” Speaking on the occasion, Planning Secretary Owais Manzoor Samra said that economic progress depends on adopting productivity, quality, and innovation. “Productivity is not just about working hard but working smart. We need to eliminate inefficiencies and integrate modern technologies. This seminar reflects the government’s commitment to these goals,” he added. In his concluding remarks, Iqbal announced that the prime minister will soon launch the “5Es Framework” to promote sustainable development across all sectors. “As a Muslim nation, Pakistan has unique strengths. By turning aspirations into reality, we can secure our place on the global stage. I am confident that the expert panel here will develop actionable strategies for productivity, quality, and innovation,” he concluded. The summit provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop strategies for accelerating Pakistan’s economic growth through productivity, quality enhancement, and innovation. During the summit, breakout sessions were held on Productivity, Quality, and Innovation, attended by research scholars, think tanks, academia, and industry representatives. These sessions focused on improving productivity for sustainable growth, raising quality standards to meet international benchmarks, and promoting innovation to build a competitive economy. The summit is set to serve as a milestone in achieving the goal of increasing exports, ensuring economic stability, and ultimately maintaining Pakistan as a trillion-dollar economy by 2035 and a three-trillion-dollar economy by 2047, under the ministry’s development framework based on the 5Es: Exports, Energy, E-Pakistan, Environment and Climate Change, Food Security, and Equity. The framework emphasizes providing equal opportunities for all, with a special focus on empowering youth, women, and minorities, as well as developing the less developed areas of the country. Copyright Business Recorder, 2024
StartEngine crowdfunding: Miller Lee sells $34,868 in common stockPolice hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO's masked killer after 'brazen, targeted' attack on NYC street NEW YORK (AP) — A gunman killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO on Wednesday in a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding its investor conference, police said, setting off a massive search for the fleeing assailant hours before the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting nearby. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police said. The shooter appeared to be “lying in wait for several minutes” before approaching Thompson from behind and opening fire, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Police had not yet established a motive. “Many people passed the suspect, but he appeared to wait for his intended target,” Tisch said, adding that the shooting "does not appear to be a random act of violence.” Surveillance video reviewed by investigators shows someone emerging from behind a parked car, pointing a gun at Thompson’s back, then firing multiple times from several feet away. The gunman continues firing, interrupted by a brief gun jam, as Thompson stumbles forward and falls to the sidewalk. He then walks past Thompson and out of the frame. “From watching the video, it does seem that he’s proficient in the use of firearms as he was able to clear the malfunctions pretty quickly,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. UnitedHealthcare CEO kept a low public profile. Then he was shot to death in New York NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the U.S. but was unknown to millions of people his decisions affected. Then Wednesday's targeted fatal shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO on a midtown Manhattan sidewalk thrust the executive and his business into the national spotlight. Thompson, who was 50, had worked at the giant UnitedHealth Group Inc for 20 years and run the insurance arm since 2021 after running its Medicare and retirement business. As CEO, Thompson led a firm that provides health coverage to more than 49 million Americans — more than the population of Spain. United is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans, the privately run versions of the U.S. government’s Medicare program for people age 65 and older. The company also sells individual insurance and administers health-insurance coverage for thousands of employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. The business run by Thompson brought in $281 billion in revenue last year, making it the largest subsidiary of the Minnetonka, Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group. His $10.2 million annual pay package, including salary, bonus and stock options awards, made him one of the company's highest-paid executives. Hegseth fights to save Pentagon nomination as sources say Trump considers DeSantis WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant Pete Hegseth fought to save his nomination to be Donald Trump's defense secretary Wednesday as the president-elect considered possible replacements in the face of growing questions about the former Fox News host's personal conduct and ability to win Senate confirmation. Hegseth met with legislators on Capitol Hill, conducted a radio interview and released an opinion article denying allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking. He insisted he was “not backing down one bit," that Trump was still supporting him and he planned to return Thursday for more meetings with lawmakers. But the president-elect's team was looking at alternatives including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Trump himself remained quiet about Hegseth while issuing a flurry of statements on social media Wednesday about other nominees and his news coverage. Hegeth, asked if he'd meet with Trump on Thursday, said he'd meet with him “anytime he'd like." Hegseth is the latest nominee-designate to be imperiled by personal baggage after the recent withdrawal of Trump’s initial pick for attorney general, former Rep. Matt Gaetz, whose vulnerabilities were well-documented. But Hegseth’s past, including the revelation that he made a settlement payment after being accused of a sexual assault that he denies, was not widely known. Supreme Court seems likely to uphold Tennessee's ban on medical treatments for transgender minors WASHINGTON (AP) — Hearing a high-profile culture-war clash, the Supreme Court on Wednesday seemed likely to uphold Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The justices’ decision, not expected for several months, could affect similar laws enacted by another 25 states and a range of other efforts to regulate the lives of transgender people, including which sports competitions they can join and which bathrooms they can use. The case is being weighed by a conservative-dominated court after a presidential election in which Donald Trump and his allies promised to roll back protections for transgender people, showcasing the uneasy intersection between law, politics and individual rights. The Biden administration's top Supreme Court lawyer warned a decision favorable to Tennessee also could be used to justify nationwide restrictions on transgender healthcare for minors. In arguments that lasted more than two hours, five of the six conservative justices voiced varying degrees of skepticism of arguments made by the administration and Chase Strangio, the ACLU lawyer for Tennessee families challenging the ban. Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back as an adviser WASHINGTON (AP) — Former White House adviser Peter Navarro, who served prison time related to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, will return to serve in Donald Trump’s second administration, the president-elect announced Wednesday. Navarro, a trade adviser during Trump’s first term, will be a senior counselor for trade and manufacturing, Trump said on Truth Social. The position, Trump wrote, “leverages Peter’s broad range of White House experience, while harnessing his extensive Policy analytic and Media skills.” The appointment was only the first in a flurry of announcements that Trump made on Wednesday as his presidential transition faced controversy over Pete Hegseth, Trump’s choice for Pentagon chief. Hegseth faces allegations of sexual misconduct, excessive drinking and financial mismanagement, and Trump has considered replacing him with another potential nominee. As he works to fill out his team, Trump said he wanted Paul Atkins, a financial industry veteran and an advocate for cryptocurrency, to serve as the next chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission. He wrote on Truth Social that Atkins “recognizes that digital assets & other innovations are crucial to Making America Greater than Ever Before.” Trump also said he was changing course on his choice for White House counsel. He said his original pick, William McGinley, will work with the Department of Government Efficiency, which will be run by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy with the goal of cutting federal spending. Now David Warrington, who has worked as Trump’s personal lawyer and a lawyer for his campaign, will serve as White House counsel. Israeli strikes on a Gaza tent camp kill at least 21 people, hospital says KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli airstrikes tore through a tent camp for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza on Wednesday, sparking fires and killing at least 21 people, according to the head of a nearby hospital, in the latest assault on a sprawling tent city that Israel designated a humanitarian safe zone but has repeatedly targeted. The Israeli military said it struck senior Hamas militants “involved in terrorist activities” in the area, without providing additional details, and said it took precautions to minimize harm to civilians. The strike on the Muwasi tent camp was one of several deadly assaults across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday. An Israeli attack in central Gaza killed at least 10 more people, including four children, according to Palestinian medics. Israel’s devastating war in Gaza, launched after Hamas’ October 2023 attack, shows no signs of ending after nearly 14 months. Hamas is still holding dozens of Israeli hostages, and most of Gaza’s population has been displaced and is reliant on international food aid to survive. Israel is also pressing a major offensive in the isolated north, where experts say Palestinians might be experiencing famine. The Biden administration has pledged to make a new push for a Gaza ceasefire now that there's a truce in Lebanon between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah, ending more than a year of cross-border fighting. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump demanded this week the release of hostages held by Hamas before he is sworn into office in January. South Korean President Yoon's martial law declaration raises questions over his political future SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — President Yoon Suk Yeol’s stunning martial law declaration lasted just hours, but experts say it raised serious questions about his ability to govern for the remaining 2 1/2 years of his term and whether he will abide by democratic principles. The opposition-controlled parliament overturned the edict, and his rivals on Wednesday took steps to impeach him. One analyst called his action “political suicide.” Yoon’s political fate may depend on whether a large number of people in coming days take to the streets to push for his ouster. Here's a look at the political firestorm caused by the martial law declaration, the first of its kind in more than 40 years. Yoon's declaration of emergency martial law on Tuesday night was accompanied by a pledge to eliminate “shameless North Korea followers and anti-state forces at a single stroke.” He vowed to protect the country from “falling into the depths of national ruin.” Yoon, a conservative, cited repeated attempts by his liberal rivals in control of parliament to impeach his top officials and curtail key parts of his budget bill for next year. French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in the first successful no-confidence vote since 1962 PARIS (AP) — France’s far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together Wednesday in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet members to resign, a first since 1962. The National Assembly approved the motion by 331 votes. A minimum of 288 were needed. President Emmanuel Macron insisted he will serve the rest of his term until 2027. However, he will need to appoint a new prime minister for the second time after July’s legislative elections led to a deeply divided parliament. Macron will address the French on Thursday evening, his office said, without providing details. Barnier is expected to formally resign by then. A conservative appointed in September, Barnier becomes the shortest-serving prime minister in France’s modern Republic. White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House official on Wednesday said at least eight U.S. telecom firms and dozens of nations have been impacted by a Chinese hacking campaign. Deputy national security adviser Anne Neuberger offered new details about the breadth of the sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Americans. Neuberger divulged the scope of the hack a day after the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued guidance intended to help root out the hackers and prevent similar cyberespionage in the future. White House officials cautioned that the number of telecommunication firms and countries impacted could still grow. The U.S. believes that the hackers were able to gain access to communications of senior U.S. government officials and prominent political figures through the hack, Neuberger said. “We don’t believe any classified communications has been compromised,” Neuberger added during a call with reporters. Harris found success with women who have cats, but Trump got the dog owner vote: AP VoteCast WASHINGTON (AP) — The lead-up to the 2024 election was all about cat owners. But in the end, the dogs had their day. President-elect Donald Trump won slightly more than half of voters who own either cats or dogs, with a big assist from dog owners, according to AP VoteCast, a survey of more than 120,000 voters. Dog owners were much more likely to support the Republican over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. Cat owners were split between the two candidates. About two-thirds of voters said they own a dog or cat, but pet owners don't usually get much attention from politicians. This year, however, past comments by Trump's running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, about “childless cat ladies” briefly became a campaign issue — and Taylor Swift signed her Instagram endorsement of Harris in September as “Taylor Swift Childless Cat Lady.” Harris did end up decisively winning support from women who owned a cat but not a dog. Still, those voters were a relatively small slice of the electorate, and pet owners as a whole did not seem to hold Vance's remarks against the GOP ticket. Childless or not, women who only owned a cat were more likely to support Harris than were dog owners, or voters who had a cat and a dog. About 6 in 10 women who owned a cat but not a dog supported Harris, according to AP VoteCast. She did similarly well among women who did not own either kind of pet.The dollar and gold gained Friday amid escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war, while stocks got a boost from data. Bitcoin pushed on further with its march towards the $100,000 mark, as the cryptocurrency benefits from US president-elect Donald Trump's pledge to ease regulation around digital tokens. The dollar, considered a safe haven asset, was bolstered by geopolitical uncertainty after Russia said the conflict in Ukraine had the characteristics of a "global" war and did not rule out strikes on Western countries. Meanwhile, the Russian ruble slumped to its lowest level since March 2022 against the US dollar, a day after Moscow fired a hypersonic missile on Ukraine and Washington sanctioned a key Russian bank. Yields on government bonds, another safe haven asset, fell as investors snapped them up, while the gold price rose. "Escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, which triggered safe haven gold inflows, pushed the precious metal price to new all-time highs in euros and the pound sterling," said IG analyst Axel Rudolph. Gold also posted strong gains in US dollars. The euro sank to a two-year-low against the dollar and the pound retreated after closely watched surveys showed contractions in business activity in November in the eurozone and Britain. Paris and Frankfurt stocks initially fell after a survey showed that Germany and France, the eurozone's two biggest economies, were once again driving the weakness, with the latter posting the fastest fall in activity since January. But as the euro fell both Paris and Frankfurt stocks managed to recover their losses and advance. "The eurozone data has increased the chance of more rate cuts from the ECB next year," said Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB, as well a cut of 50 basis points next month. "Investors have been jolted into recalibrating interest rate expectations on the back of this bleak economic news," she added. London managed to gain 1.4 percent despite data showing that retail sales figures for October undershot forecasts, as the pound fell against the dollar. Wall Street stocks mostly advanced, comforted by positive economic data. "US indices were propped up by the strongest US private sector growth since 2022," said IG's Rudolph. In Asia, Tokyo climbed as the government prepared to announce a $140 billion stimulus package to kickstart the country's stuttering economy. However, Hong Kong and Shanghai sank on a sell-off in tech firms caused by weak earnings from firms including Temu-owner PDD Holdings and internet giant Baidu. Bitcoin set a new record high of $99,505.45 Friday morning before easing back slightly. It is broadly expected to soon burst through $100,000 as investors grow increasingly hopeful that Trump will pass measures to deregulate the crypto sector. Bitcoin has soared more than 40 percent since his election victory this month and has more than doubled since the turn of the year. The recent surge has also been "driven by news that Trump could set up an official crypto department that would sit in the heart of US government", said XTB's Brooks. In a further boost, the top US securities regulator Gary Gensler, who oversaw measures to rein in cryptocurrencies, announced Thursday that he intends to step down when Trump takes office in January. The move clears the way for the president-elect to pick Gensler's successor. New York - Dow: UP 0.6 percent at 44,113.57 points New York - S&P 500: UP 0.1 percent at 5,956.74 New York - Nasdaq Composite: DOWN 0.2 percent at 18,944.74 London - FTSE 100: UP 1.4 percent at 8,262.08 (close) Paris - CAC 40: UP 0.6 percent at 7,255.01 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: UP 0.9 percent at 19,322.59 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: UP 0.7 percent at 38,283.85 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: DOWN 1.9 percent at 19,229.97 (close) Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 3.1 percent at 3,267.19 (close) Euro/dollar: DOWN at $1.0396 from $1.0476 on Thursday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2513 from $1.2587 Dollar/yen: UP at 154.88 yen from 154.54 yen Euro/pound: DOWN at 83.10 pence from 83.20 pence West Texas Intermediate: UP 0.9 percent at $70.75 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: UP 0.8 percent at $74.81 per barrel burs-rl/sbk
The Sacramento Kings have fired coach Mike Brown less than halfway through his third season with the team mired in a five-game losing streak, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday because the firing hadn't been announced by the team. ESPN first reported the firing. Brown won NBA Coach of the Year in his first season in 2022-23, when he helped Sacramento end the longest playoff drought in NBA history at 16 seasons. But Sacramento lost in the play-in tournament last year and was off to a 13-18 start this season, leading to the move to fire Brown about six months after he agreed to a contract extension through the 2026-27 season. The Kings have lost an NBA-worst nine games this season after leading in the fourth quarter with the worst one coming in Brown's final game as coach Thursday night against Detroit. Sacramento led by 10 points with less than three minutes to play only to collapse down the stretch. Jaden Ivey converted a four-point play with 3 seconds left when he made a 3-pointer in the right corner and was fouled by De’Aaron Fox. That gave the Pistons a 114-113 win, leaving the Kings in 12th place in the Western Conference. The Kings came into the season with hopes of finishing in the top six in the West and avoiding the play-in tournament after acquiring DeMar DeRozan in a sign-and-trade deal over the summer to add to a core that featured Fox, Domanta Sabonis and Keegan Murray. Fox, who is in the second-to-last year of his five-year, $163 million contract, declined to sign an extension in the offseason. He said on a podcast with Draymond Green earlier this month that he wanted to be on a team that could “compete at a high level.” Sacramento has been far from that this season, thanks in large part to an NBA-worst 3-11 record in games decided by five points or fewer. Brown publicly criticized Fox for his role in the game-winning play Thursday night, saying he should have been closer to Ivey instead of committing a foul on a close out. "You should be hugged up to your man at the 3-point line,” Brown said. “Everybody should, and why there was a closeout by Fox, I’m not sure. I got to go back and watch the tape. But for sure 100% we told our guys, can’t give up a 3, can’t give up a 3, can’t give up a 3, stay on the high side, stay on the high side.” Brown has a 107-88 record in two-plus seasons in Sacramento with a winning record in both of his full seasons. Rick Adelman is the only other coach to post a winning record in a full season since the Kings moved to Sacramento Brown previously had two stints as coach in Cleveland and spent one-plus season as Lakers coach. He has a 455-304 record and has made the playoffs in seven of his nine full seasons. He won Coach of the Year twice, also getting the award in Cleveland in 2008-09. AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA
Analysts' ratings for Udemy UDMY over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts. In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 1 2 0 1 0 Last 30D 0 1 0 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 2M Ago 1 1 0 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 1 0 Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Udemy, revealing an average target of $9.88, a high estimate of $11.00, and a low estimate of $7.50. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 31.05% lower than the prior average price target of $14.33. Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study The perception of Udemy by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Nat Schindler Scotiabank Announces Sector Outperform $10.00 - Brett Knoblauch Cantor Fitzgerald Lowers Overweight $11.00 $18.00 Ryan MacDonald Needham Lowers Buy $11.00 $15.00 Josh Baer Morgan Stanley Lowers Underweight $7.50 $10.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Udemy. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company. Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Udemy compared to the broader market. Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Udemy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time. To gain a panoramic view of Udemy's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table. Stay up to date on Udemy analyst ratings. If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance you can start by tracking it here . All You Need to Know About Udemy Udemy Inc operates a marketplace platform at the center of a vibrant knowledge network. The Company operates under two operating and reportable segments Consumer and Enterprise, out of which the Enterprise segment derives the maximum revenue. Geographically, the company derives maximum revenue from North America. The company leverages data, technology, and insights for effective learning experiences. It helps individuals and organizations to possess effective skill acquisition and development with flexibility. Unraveling the Financial Story of Udemy Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity. Revenue Growth: Udemy displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 5.79% . This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector. Net Margin: Udemy's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -12.93%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management. Return on Equity (ROE): Udemy's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -11.27%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders. Return on Assets (ROA): Udemy's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -3.95%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns. Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06 , Udemy adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management. The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter. In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs. Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now? Benzinga Edge gives you instant access to all major analyst upgrades, downgrades, and price targets. Sort by accuracy, upside potential, and more. Click here to stay ahead of the market . This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.State funeral begins for former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who instituted economic reform
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SAN FRANCISCO , Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicon Valley's seasoned veterans in retail and e-commerce are rallying behind Jingo , a bold leap forward in transforming the online shopping experience. By blending personalization with advanced technology, Jingo is rethinking the way shoppers discover products and how brands connect with their audiences. A Powerhouse Backing Founded by e-commerce veterans, Ujjal Pathak and Rohan Bhanot , who bring years of experience building online shopping platforms, Jingo has secured backing from a powerhouse group of investors and advisors with expertise from leading companies such as Pinterest, Walmart, Minted, eBay, Square, Nike, Klarna, and Intuit. Their collective knowledge in e-commerce, retail, and fintech provides the strategic guidance needed to bring Jingo's vision of a smarter, more equitable shopping platform to life. Solving the Real Problem in E-Commerce Amazon has been shaping online shopping for nearly 30 years, while Walmart has stood as a retail giant for over 60. While these platforms revolutionized e-commerce for past generations, Jingo is built from the ground up to meet the needs of today's digitally native consumers. Designed with Gen Z and Millennials in mind, Jingo delivers a shopping experience that feels intuitive, personal, and deeply connected to modern lifestyles. For customers, the challenge isn't simply finding products—it's making better decisions . Endless choices often lead to decision fatigue and frustration. Jingo tackles this by prioritizing relevance over sheer quantity. Using machine learning, the platform curates and presents personalized assortments early in the shopping journey, showing the most relevant products at the right time. This thoughtful approach fosters confidence and transforms decision-making into an enjoyable process. For brands and sellers, major marketplace platforms often tie visibility to significant advertising spend, creating barriers for smaller players. Jingo flips this model by leveraging advanced machine learning to surface products only to customers with genuine interest. This precision eliminates waste, reduces noise, and ensures that every connection between brands and customers feels meaningful. Empowered by tools like real-time insights, predictive analytics, and curated discovery, brands can optimize inventory, anticipate trends, and connect with their ideal audience without relying on costly campaigns or third-party tools. Jingo is creating a marketplace where both customers and sellers thrive, redefining how value is delivered in online shopping. A Transformative Vision for the Future Jingo's ambitions go far beyond optimizing today's online shopping experience. The platform is building toward a future where commerce is redefined through intelligent systems that seamlessly integrate into users' lives. Imagine a world where shopping evolves from a process you initiate to an experience that happens intuitively. Jingo's end-state vision is to create intelligent systems capable of learning, adapting, and acting on behalf of users , delivering personalized, proactive, and effortless commerce. This approach points to a future where products appear at your doorstep before you even think about shopping, making commerce an invisible yet integral part of daily life. By designing systems that dynamically adapt and provide proactive support, Jingo aims to fundamentally change the way consumers and brands interact, setting a new standard for convenience, personalization, and connection. Flipping the Script for Brands and Sellers Beyond offering better targeting, Jingo is reimagining the commission structure to create a fairer and more seller-focused marketplace. For the first 1,000 brands and sellers who join, Jingo introduces a groundbreaking model: These incentives, coupled with Jingo's advanced tools like predictive analytics and real-time insights, empower sellers to focus on delivering quality products while Jingo ensures they reach the right customers. By reducing the noise-to-signal ratio, brands can build lasting, loyalty-driven relationships in a transparent and equitable ecosystem. Brands and sellers interested in being part of this transformative journey can contact the Jingo team at partner@jingo.app A Bold Vision for E-Commerce With the support of Silicon Valley's leading minds, Jingo is setting a new benchmark for what online shopping can achieve. By addressing decision-making challenges for consumers and creating deeper, more equitable connections for brands, Jingo is leading the next wave of e-commerce innovation. To celebrate its launch, Jingo is running a referral campaign from December 6, 2024 , to February 28, 2025 . Participants can earn credits to shop on the platform once it's live, with prizes of $50,000 for the top referrer, $30,000 for second place, and $10,000 for third. Jingo is more than a platform—it's a movement toward smarter, more personalized, and intuitive commerce. By building systems that anticipate, simplify, and deliver, Jingo is shaping the future of shopping for consumers and sellers alike. Get in Touch For PR inquiries, strategic partnerships, or more information, contact contact@jingo.app View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/redefining-the-future-of-shopping-jingo-gains-silicon-valleys-backing-302324337.html SOURCE Jingo Technologies, Inc. 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Dogecoin (DOGE) investors and crypto enthusiasts might find solace in its alternatives. Making the right decisions could turn $500 to $1 million in 2026. These eight potential coins could replace DOGE with new use cases, strong ecosystems, and rapid growth. As the crypto industry grows, early adopters may receive life-changing rewards. Seize this opportunity to embark on the future of cryptocurrency wealth creation! Rexas Finance (RXS) Due to its revolutionary status, Rexas Finance (RXS) is a promising rival to Dogecoin (DOGE) for investors seeking exponential returns. Rexas Finance introduces Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization using blockchain technology, changing how real estate, commodities, and collectibles are exchanged and owned. This innovative platform opens up high-value investment possibilities to individual investors, reducing institutional barriers to entry. For historically illiquid assets, the platform makes it easy for investors to enter and leave markets while maximizing rewards. Rexas Finance is becoming the go-to solution for forward-thinking investors aiming to transform modest investments into transformative wealth. Rexas Finance's presale success suggests it could be the next crypto giant. In Stage 10, RXS tokens are $0.15, and the project has raised $31,359,015 million. These numbers demonstrate early adopters' enthusiasm and faith in the platform. Its revolutionary features include the QuickMint Bot, streamlining asset tokenization over Telegram or Discord, and Rexas GenAI, an AI-powered NFT creator expanding the blockchain ecosystem. This strategic combination of technology and accessibility presents Rexas Finance as a revolutionary force that might change asset ownership and trading, delivering early investors life-changing profits as the platform grows. Credibility and community interaction make Rexas Finance the best Dogecoin replacement. The project shows transparency and confidence with a CertiK audit for platform security and reliability. To commemorate its presale success, Rexas Finance will give 20 lucky participants up to $50,000 in RXS tokens. This program rewards early investors and creates a lively community focused on growth and opportunity. RXS could outperform DOGE and other altcoins, and analysts predict exceptional gains if investors invest $500 in it. Thus, Rexas Finance is a remarkable enterprise prepared to lead the next crypto revolution. Tron (TRX) Tron (TRX), valued at $0.2475, is a top Dogecoin (DOGE) substitute with huge growth potential. Known for its high-performance blockchain architecture, Tron is a dApp powerhouse with unmatched throughput, scalability, and near-zero transaction costs. Its three-layer architecture—storage, core, and application—makes smart contract execution and dApp creation efficient and developer-friendly. Tron handles up to 2,000 transactions per second using a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism, ensuring energy efficiency and lightning-fast speeds for consumers and developers. Tron's built-in Solidity compatibility makes dApp transfer easy, reinforcing its position as the blockchain innovation leader. TRX, the primary coin of this powerful ecosystem, powers transactions, staking, governance, gaming, social media, and decentralized finance use cases. The $500 investment prediction that Tron will turn into $1 million by 2026 is not an exaggeration. Rather, it is a precise step towards adopting the blockchain revolution. Ripple (XRP) Alternatively, there is Ripple (XRP), which may replace Dogecoin. A person investing $500 today could have 1 million accounts by 2026. After a month of 120% increases, Ripple is now the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, and supremacy appears imminent. Over the past week, Ripple fluctuated between $2.28 and $2.74, but its latest jump to $2.84, a 3-year high, shows its optimistic long-term prognosis. MACD and Moving averages show strong purchase signals, indicating the token's continued rise. As analysts become more hopeful, Ripple might reach $20 next year. Due to its durability, growing use cases, and persistent investor interest, Ripple is a must-have for forward-thinking investors looking to ride the next crypto wave. Polygon (POL) Polygon (POL), at $0.4696, might replace Dogecoin (DOGE) and make $500 into $1 million by 2026. Polygon, the blockchain rollercoaster, speeds up and cheapens Bitcoin transactions. Polygon employs Layer 2 technology to reduce petrol prices to pennies and conduct transactions instantly while maintaining eco-friendly operations with Proof-of-Stake. In addition to efficiency, Polygon offers developers unique blockchains, privacy-focused zkEVM technology, and Supernets for private networks. Polygon's ecosystem supports NFT marketplaces, blockchain-based games, and DeFi dApps, attracting creators and innovators. Global businesses, famous artists, and celebrity initiatives support Polygon, a vibrant, fast-paced playground where users and developers may succeed without breaking the bank. Smart, scalable, and fascinating crypto investment Polygon. Bonk (BONK) Bonk (BONK), the meme coin revolutionizing crypto with use and purpose, may turn $500 into $1 million by 2026. Unlike other Dogecoin imitators, BONK thrives on Solana's high-speed, low-cost blockchain, making it suitable for tipping, microtransactions, and decentralized app integration. BONK's cult-like community has generated Dogecoin-level hype, but with intentional alignment with Solana's booming ecosystem. The network effect helps BONK become a viable, scalable meme token as Solana grows and attracts more users. Its potential to create retail excitement like Dogecoin or Pepe Coin boosts its popularity. Trading at fractions of a cent, BONK offers exceptional affordability and significant potential for life-changing gains, even with a small investment. BONK is the best option for investors wanting a smart, long-lasting meme coin. Chainlink (LINK) Chainlink (LINK) is the epicenter of blockchain developments and the best bet for growth—greater than any other platform, Dogecoin (DOGE) notwithstanding. You may call LINK the WiFi of the crypto industry—it is there, but no one sees it. Chainlink powers smart contracts in DeFi, insurance, and gaming by connecting blockchain with real-world data, playing an unheralded role in their success. Its incorporation into hundreds of projects makes it the most valuable blockchain infrastructure player. LINK's new staking function lets investors receive passive income while holding an asset with explosive upside potential, making it even more appealing. Demand for credible oracle solutions like Chainlink will rise as crypto use rises, making its fundamentals rock-solid. While trading around $15, LINK's next bull run to $200 could turn a $500 investment into a life-changing $1 million by 2026. For a token with innovation, utility, and tremendous growth potential, Chainlink is a must-have. Aptos (APT) Aptos is quickly becoming a likely Dogecoin (DOGE) replacement, with the potential to turn a $500 investment into $1 million by 2026. Last week, it rallied 18.26%, proving its resiliency and market appeal. By Monday, it had retested support and recovered most of its losses despite resistance at $15.03. Activity and developer involvement drives the Aptos ecosystem to a record $1.29 billion Total Value Locked (TVL). Due to its strong momentum, analysts expect the coin to close over $15.03. Its Relative Strength Index (RSI) is neutral, indicating space for growth, and its Bull Bear Power indicator is positive. Despite a 2.79% intraday drop, Aptos remains a top crypto option for high-growth investors. It positions itself as a revolutionary asset with huge upside potential. Cardano (ADA) Cardano (ADA) might turn a $500 investment into $1 million by 2026, making it a top Dogecoin replacement. Instead of meme-driven coins, Cardano is founded on research and innovation with a layered architecture for dependability and scalability. With fast transaction speeds and unmatched scalability, the future Hydra scaling solution strengthens its position and drives its expected 5x price increase by 2024. Institutions are interested in Cardano's supply chain tracking and digital identity systems outside the blockchain. Cardano offers a compelling potential to lead the crypto wave with its optimal blend of cutting-edge technology, real-world value, and enterprise collaborations. Would this research-driven blockchain make you the next big winner? Conclusion The eight Dogecoin (DOGE) substitutes above offer investors a chance to earn $500 into $1 million by 2026 in the fast-changing cryptocurrency market. From utility-driven Rexas Finance to innovation-focused Cardano and high-performance Tron, each token offers unique value propositions, resilient ecosystems, and scaling solutions that correspond to the future of decentralized finance. These cryptocurrencies could outperform DOGE and redefine asset ownership, trading, and wealth creation as the market grows and institutional adoption increases. Whether you want sustainability, technology, or real-world applications, these coins are the key to future crypto success. Your financial future may depend on taking action and riding the wave of innovation. For more information about Rexas Finance (RXS) visit the links below: Website: https://rexas.com Win $1 Million Giveaway: https://bit.ly/Rexas1M Whitepaper: https://rexas.com/rexas-whitepaper.pdf Twitter/X: https://x.com/rexasfinance Telegram: https://t.me/rexasfinance Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp _____________ Disclaimer: Analytics Insight does not provide financial advice or guidance. Also note that the cryptocurrencies mentioned/listed on the website could potentially be scams, i.e. designed to induce you to invest financial resources that may be lost forever and not be recoverable once investments are made. You are responsible for conducting your own research (DYOR) before making any investments. Read more here.
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