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I Looked Up Where You Rank in Net Worth. The Number Might Surprise You.
You have a number in your head. A rough sense of where you stand financially compared to other people your age. Whether you're "ahead" or "behind." Whether you're doing okay or falling short.
By Destiny S. Harris3 days ago in Trader
Beyond Semis and Quantum: Why I'm Taking Sniper Shots on Nuclear, Space, and Robotics
Yesterday, I wrote about why I'm moving money from semiconductors into quantum computing. The short version: silicon is hitting a wall, atoms don't shrink, and quantum represents a fundamentally different way to compute. Asymmetric bet. Early innings.
By Destiny S. Harris3 days ago in Trader
Understanding REITs: A Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing. AI-Generated.
Introduction Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are companies that own, operate, or finance income-generating real estate. They provide an opportunity for investors to earn passive income from real estate without directly owning property.
By Hammad Nawaz3 days ago in Trader
Emergency Savings Crisis Deepens as Many Americans Tap 401(k) Funds to Cover Expenses
Ongoing economic pressures and higher living costs continue to strain household budgets across the United States, leaving many workers without sufficient financial cushions when unexpected expenses arise. Although retirement accounts such as 401(k) plans remain a cornerstone of long-term financial planning, recent policy changes meant to make emergency funds more accessible have yet to gain widespread traction. As a result, many Americans still lack practical ways to build or access emergency savings without risking their retirement security.
By Raviha Imran3 days ago in Trader
Buyers seek relief from high home loan rates, causing an increase in the popularity of assumeable mortgages.
In a tight housing market, many potential homebuyers are having trouble finding options that are affordable because mortgage rates are expected to remain high through the beginning of 2026. As a result, some homebuyers and sellers are returning to an older method of financing known as the assumable mortgage. This strategy lets a buyer take over an existing loan at the original interest rate rather than securing a new mortgage at today's higher rates.
By Raviha Imran3 days ago in Trader
Fears of excessive AI and data center spending send Amazon's shares plunging.
Amazon’s share price has tumbled in recent weeks, marking one of the most challenging stretches for the e-commerce and cloud-computing giant in nearly two decades. A combination of massive capital expenditure plans, investor unease about profitability, and broader tech sector weakness has pushed the stock into an extended downturn that has erased hundreds of billions in market value and raised questions about how Wall Street views Amazon’s long-term strategy.
By Raviha Imran4 days ago in Trader
North America Silicone Market Size and Forecast 2025–2033. AI-Generated.
North America Silicone Market Outlook The North America Silicone Market is entering a phase of steady and resilient growth, supported by expanding applications across construction, healthcare, electronics, transportation, and personal care industries. According to Renub Research, the market is expected to grow from US$ 5.94 billion in 2024 to US$ 9.22 billion by 2033, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.00% from 2025 to 2033.
By shibansh kumar4 days ago in Trader
North America Drone Market Size and Forecast 2025–2033. AI-Generated.
Introduction: Drones Move from Niche to Necessity Over the last decade, drones—also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)—have evolved from hobbyist gadgets and military tools into essential assets across multiple industries. In North America, this transformation has been especially visible. What was once a niche technology is now deeply embedded in sectors such as agriculture, construction, logistics, energy, media, and public safety.
By Sakshi Sharma4 days ago in Trader
