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On Wednesday, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang dismissed reports that the company is involved in any <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44271204/tsmc-proposes-joint-venture-with-nvidia-amd-and-broadcom-to-operate-intels-factories-report">negotiations to take over</a> Intel Corp&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) foundry operations.
What Happened: &#8220;I don&#8217;t know where that came from but nobody&#8217;s invited us to a consortium,&#8221; Huang said during a press briefing at Nvidia's GTC conference, <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Tech/Semiconductors/Nvidia-not-in-talks-with-TSMC-to-take-over-Intel-foundry-Jensen-Huang">reported</a> Nikkei Asia. &#8220;I&#8217;m not trying to say it&#8217;s not news, but nobody invited me.&#8221;
Earlier this month, it was reported that Taiwan Semiconductor Mfg. Co. Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) had approached Nvidia and other major U.S. semiconductor firms to support a plan to manage Intel's foundry division.
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The reports also suggested that TSMC approached Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>).
Although Huang denied involvement in the alleged talks, he highlighted Nvidia's growing need for onshore manufacturing in the U.S., particularly amid ongoing tariff uncertainty.
&#8220;In the near term, based on what we know, we&#8217;re not expecting a significant impact [from Trump tariffs] on our outlook,&#8221; he stated, adding, &#8220;Long term, we want to retain the [supply chain] agility, but add a very significant part of our agility which is onshore.&#8221;
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Why It's Important: Intel&#8217;s stock has dropped more than 42.64% in the past 12 months, with the company posting a net loss of $18.8 billion in 2024. According to a company filing, as of Dec. 31, its foundry division&#8217;s assets were valued at $108 billion.
Meanwhile, Nvidia has seen a significant drop in its market capitalization, losing <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44392370/nvidia-destroys-420-billion-of-investor-wealth-since-deepseek-launch-valuation-hits-a-29-month-low-as-gtc-fails-to-ignite-stock">$420 billion since</a> the launch of its DeepSeek initiative in January 2025.
This decline was exacerbated by a lackluster response to <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/03/44396572/nvidia-introduces-new-ai-and-robotics-tools-at-gtc-powering-the-future-of-technology">announcements made at the recent GTC AI</a> Conference despite unveiling <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44390580/nvidia-just-unveiled-a-humanoid-ai-brain-which-allows-robots-to-think-slow-jensen-huang-says-this-could-very-well-likely-be-the-largest-industry-of-all">new AI and robotics tools</a>, including the DGX SuperPOD powered by Blackwell Ultra GPUs.&nbsp;
Despite these setbacks, Nvidia continues to lead in AI technology, with a roadmap extending to 2028. According to JPMorgan analyst Harlan Sur, Nvidia remains &#8220;<a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44396940/nvidias-ai-reign-extends-to-2028-jpmorgan-says-its-still-1-2-steps-ahead">1-2 steps ahead</a>&#8221; in AI acceleration
Price Action: Nvidia&#8217;s stock rose 1.81% on Wednesday, closing at $117.52. In after-hours trading, it climbed another 1.08% to reach $118.79. So far this year, the company&#8217;s shares have declined by 15.03%, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Leading cryptocurrencies ushered in a strong rally Wednesday after Ripple Labs' announced victory in the SEC lawsuit and dovish signals from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>+3.53%</td>
<td>$86,130.95</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>+4.49%</td>
<td>$2,032.82</td>
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<td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>+4.38%</td>
<td>$0.1763</td>
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What Happened: Bitcoin surged to a 10-day high of $87,443.27 late evening, before profit-taking pulled it back to the $86,000 region.
Ethereum reclaimed $2,000 after ten days, with the second-largest cryptocurrency soaring 4.5% over the previous day.
The bullish cryptocurrency-specific catalyst was Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/03/44398151/ripple-ceo-announces-victory-as-sec-drops-appeal-in-xrp-lawsuit">announcement </a>that the SEC won't seek further appeals in the four-year-long legal case. The news also sent XRP, the coin at the center of the dispute, rallying nearly 10%.
The northward movement liquidated $355 million from the cryptocurrency market over the last 24 hours, with short positions accounting for $258 million.
The rally in spot prices also energized the derivatives market, with Open Interest for both Bitcoin and Ethereum contracts surging over 6%.
Interestingly, the majority of Bitcoin speculative traders were positioned short as of this writing, according to the Long/Short ratio.
The market turned "Neutral" after a prolonged stay in the "Fear" zone, according to the Crypto Fear and Greed Index.
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<td>XRP (XRP)</td>
<td>+9.53%</td>
<td>$2.52</td>
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<td>Bonk (BONK)</td>
<td>+9.33%</td>
<td>$0.00001201</td>
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<td>+8.33%</td>
<td>$0.5423</td>
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $2.84 trillion, expanding&nbsp; 4.17% in the last 24 hours.
Stocks rebounded Wednesday after dovish signals from the Fed. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 383.32 points, or 0.92%, to close at 41,964.63. The S&amp;P 500 rose 1.08%, ending at 5,675.29, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite spiked 1.41% to close at 17,750.79.
On expected lines, the central bank <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44405112/tariff-inflation-may-be-transitory-powell-says-stocks-rally-bitcoin-clears-85000-as-bulls-return">kept the benchmark interest rates unchanged</a> at the current 4.25%-4.50% range, although it projected two rate cuts for the rest of the year.
Fed Chair Powell indicated that inflation driven by new trade tariffs might be "transitory," and that the recession risk remains "moderate" and "not high."
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Analyst Notes: In a note to Benzinga, Chris Kline, COO and Co-Founder of BitcoinIRA, stated that the end of the XRP saga would "excite" the XRP community and boost adoption.
"I certainly know quite a few of our clients will be excited as it feels a lead weight has been lifted," Kline added.
Influential cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez said that while Ethereum may have breached the $2,000 resistance, $2,400 must be "conquered" for a bullish flip.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ethereum</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> smashed $2,000 today! But conquering the $2,400 zone is a must for a bullish flip. <a href="https://t.co/yzPHu0OoBf">pic.twitter.com/yzPHu0OoBf</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1902399416260284502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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On Wednesday, SoftBank Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBF#OTC">SFTBF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBY#OTC">SFTBY</a>) announced that it has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42890464/softbank-owned-arm-eyes-acquisition-of-oracle-backed-chip-designer-ampere-computing-amid-nvidias-dominance-report">acquired</a> Ampere Computing in a $6.5 billion deal, with the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2025.
What Happened: Ampere, backed by Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) and Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CG#NASDAQ">CG</a>), designs high-performance server chips based on Arm Holdings PLC – ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) architecture.
Both Oracle and Carlyle will sell their stakes as part of the transaction.
Founded in 2017 by Renee James, a former Intel Corp president, Ampere will operate as an independent subsidiary of SoftBank and retain its headquarters in Santa Clara, California.
The company currently employs around 1,000 semiconductor engineers.
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Why It's Important: The acquisition signals SoftBank's aggressive pivot toward AI infrastructure, <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/media/25/01/43374528/softbank-may-lead-openais-40-billion-funding-round-at-a-300-billion-valuation-despite-deepseek-disruption-report">following its partnership</a> with OpenAI and involvement in the Donald Trump-backed $500 billion Stargate initiative.
The move also bolsters SoftBank's Arm ecosystem, following its $32 billion acquisition of Arm in 2016 and Arm's 2023 IPO.
SoftBank also plans to build a <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44327422/softbank-to-build-676-million-ai-data-center-in-japan-linked-to-openai-partnership">$676 million AI data center</a> in Japan. This facility is expected to support large-scale AI projects, further enhancing SoftBank&#8217;s AI ecosystem.
Earlier this week, the company also unveiled a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44398359/softbank-unveils-ai-model-to-streamline-telecom-operations">new AI model</a> designed to optimize telecom operations.
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U.S. stocks closed higher as the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq responded to the Federal Reserve&#8217;s <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44403637/fed-holds-rates-while-growth-forecasts-slip-inflation-projections-rise">decision to keep interest rates at 4.25%-4.50%</a>. The move comes amid downward revisions to 2025 growth projections and rising inflation expectations. The Fed&#8217;s statement pointed to increased economic uncertainty and future risks.
The S&amp;P 500 gained nearly 1.1% to 5,675.29, while the Nasdaq climbed 1.4% to 17,750.79. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.9%, closing at 41,964.63.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day.
Strategy, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>)
Strategy&#8217;s shares surged 7.43% to close at $304.23, reaching an intraday high of $309.08 and a low of $287.12. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is $542.99 to $101. In the after-hours session, the shares of the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)-focused company rose 2.49%. This rise was in line with other crypto-linked stocks, buoyed by the Federal Reserve&#8217;s decision to maintain steady interest rates. Strategy <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44406619/whats-going-on-with-strategy-stock-wednesday">benefited</a> from the overall positive sentiment in the market.
Nike Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>)
Nike&#8217;s stock dipped 0.44% to end at $72.99, with a high of $73.43 and a low of $72.29 during the day. The 52-week range stands at $101.92 to $68.62. In the after-hours session, the stock rose 0.49%. Analysts are closely watching Nike&#8217;s <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44402295/nike-q3-earnings-preview-analyst-says-new-ceo-can-right-the-ship-but-it-could-take-longer-than-expected">upcoming third-quarter earnings report</a>, which could shed light on the impact of tariffs and the progress under its new CEO. Nike is expected to discuss a recent brand partnership.
Shopify Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOP#NYSE">SHOP</a>)
Shopify shares climbed 8.01%, closing at $101.54, with an intraday high of $103.17 and a low of $97.65. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is $129.38 to $48.56. The company&#8217;s stock rose on the back of the Federal Reserve&#8217;s decision to keep interest rates unchanged, which was seen as a <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44406912/shopify-shares-climbed-8-wednesday-what-happened">positive signal</a> for the economy. Shopify benefited from this overall market strength.
Boeing Co.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)
Boeing&#8217;s stock rose 6.84% to $172.62, with a high of $174.20 and a low of $165. The 52-week range is $196.95 to $137.03. The increase followed an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/events/25/03/44401019/boeing-stock-is-rising-wednesday-heres-why">optimistic outlook</a> from Boeing&#8217;s CFO at an investor conference, where he highlighted easing cash burn and an increase in plane deliveries. Boeing is on track to exceed previous delivery expectations.
Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)
Tesla shares gained 4.68%, closing at $235.86, with a high of $241.41 and a low of $229.20. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is $488.54 to $138.80. The company <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44392619/elon-musks-tesla-secures-first-approval-towards-rolling-out-robotaxi-in-california">secured its first permit</a> in California for a robotaxi service, marking a significant step forward in its autonomous vehicle ambitions. Tesla received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission.
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On Wednesday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest made notable trades, including the sale of shares in Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>). This move comes as Meta&#8217;s AI model, Llama, reached a significant milestone of 1 billion downloads, while the company faces ongoing privacy scrutiny.
The Meta Trade: Ark Invest&#8217;s ARK Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>) sold 7,361 shares of the Mark Zuckerberg-led company. The sale was valued at approximately $4.3 million, based on Meta&#8217;s closing price of $584.06. This decision follows a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44368691/cathie-wood-dumps-over-7-million-worth-of-meta-shares-as-mark-zuckerbergs-social-empire-faces-privacy-heat-ark-sells-block-shares-again">previous sale</a> of over $7 million worth of Meta shares on Monday as the company deals with privacy challenges and global expansion efforts. Notably, Ark also <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44389960/cathie-woods-big-tuesday-bet-ark-pours-7-8-million-into-tempus-ai-despite-stock-stumble">offloaded $1.26 million</a> worth of Meta shares on Wednesday.
Despite these issues, Meta has relatively fared well in 2025, benefiting from lower leverage compared to other tech giants. Recently, Meta&#8217;s AI model, Llama, achieved a milestone of 1 billion downloads, as announced by Zuckerberg.
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<li>Sold 850,762 shares of UiPath Inc. from ARKK and 14,822 shares from ARKF.</li>
<li>Sold 65,855 shares of Illumina Inc. from ARKK and 20,529 shares from ARKG.</li>
<li>Bought 140,089 shares of Iridium Communications Inc for ARKK, 14,875 shares for ARKQ, and 9,517 shares for ARKX.</li>
<li>Bought 20,201 shares of CRISPR Therapeutics AG for ARKK and 13,726 shares for ARKG.</li>
<li>Bought 68,441 shares of Intellia Therapeutics Inc. for ARKK and 27,938 shares for ARKG.</li>
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In today&#8217;s fast-paced world, many want to build wealth and achieve long-term financial <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44146342/charlie-munger-said-he-was-passionate-about-getting-rich-but-not-because-i-wanted-ferraris-i-wanted-the-independence">independence</a>. Countless people dream of financially securing their future, and for many, that path is through investments in the stock market.
Yet, the path to financial independence is rarely straightforward, especially for those starting to invest later in life and have little to no knowledge of the <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44287485/peter-lynch-said-theres-always-something-to-worry-about-but-success-in-the-stock-market-depends-on-your-stomach-not-the-brain">stock market</a>, as is the case of one Reddit user.
The individual, a 38-year-old, shared his concerns in a Reddit community of investors. He said that he recently came across a substantial amount of money–$750,000 in cash–but has no other assets such as a house, no pension, and no investments.
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The poster is focused on long-term growth and is seeking advice on how to invest his newly acquired money wisely. He is also cautious about the current market volatility and is wondering whether he should wait a few weeks before he starts investing, whether to go for a dollar-cost average approach and if other options beyond ETFs would suit his goals.
&#8220;I&#8217;m 38 years old with newly acquired $750,000 in cash. How should I invest? My goal is long-term growth. Should I wait a few more weeks? When [dollar-cost averaging]–what amounts and frequency should I shoot for? And advice for investments beyond ETFs given the volatility at the moment?&#8221; he asked.
Trending: Can you guess how many retire with a $5,000,000 nest egg? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/5mil-nest-egg-adv">The percentage may shock you</a>.
The Reddit community has responded to the 38-year-old&#8217;s post with insights and advice, so let&#8217;s dive deeper into the comments to find out what the community has suggested.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Invest $750,000? Reddit Community Shares Insights</h2>
Use Dollar-Cost Averaging and Invest in ETFs
One of the most common suggestions was to use dollar-cost averaging to invest in ETFs, especially those tracking global and U.S. markets.
&#8220;Definitely [dollar-cost averaging] over a year or two. You should buy world ETFs, U.S. ETFs, and 20% bonds,&#8221; a comment says.
One Redditor suggested specific ETFs he thinks would grow the poster&#8217;s money in the long run.
&#8220;[Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/voo#NYSE">VOO</a>)] or [Vanguard S&amp;P 500 Growth ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/voog#NYSE">VOOG</a>)], [Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vgt#NYSE">VGT</a>)] or [Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/xlk#NYSE">XLK</a>)], [Vanguard Total World Stock ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vt#NYSE">VT</a>)] or [Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vxus#NASDAQ">VXUS</a>)],&#8221; he said.
A commenter pointed out he has a more structured approach to dollar-cost averaging with a focus on a few particular ETFs.
&#8220;Looking forward to the responses as I'm currently sitting in [iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sgov#NYSE">SGOV</a>)]. My plan is to ladder into [iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ibit#NYSE">IBIT</a>)], VT, and VOO. I will do bi-weekly buys starting in June,&#8221; he wrote.
A Reddit user suggested a mix of global equity exposure and bonds for a diversified portfolio.
&#8220;VT 70%, [Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bnd#NASDAQ">BND</a>)] 30%. Increase BND 10% for each 10 years of your age from now on. Good luck to you,&#8221; the user said.
&#8220;VT, [Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/schd#NYSE">SCHD</a>)], [iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dgro#NYSE">DGRO</a>)], [Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqqm#NASDAQ">QQQM</a>)], [JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ: JEPQ]. SGOV or [Vanguard Treasury Money Market Fund (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vusxx#NASDAQ">VUSXX</a>)] for other opportunities,&#8221; a comment reads.
One user mentioned a global stock market ETF but agreed that VXUS is also a good choice.
&#8220;I like [SPDR Portfolio MSCI Global Stock Market ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/spgm#NYSE">SPGM</a>)], but VXUS is good as well,&#8221; a comment reads.
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Many Redditors cautioned against market timing, with some even predicting what they think the new investor will do after investing.
&#8220;Imagine hoarding $750,000 during a 15-year bull market, to only now considering investing it. The market is guaranteed to drop 20% starting the day after the OP invests it. And someone new to investing will get emotional about the 20% drop and sell at the bottom, where it will immediately go on a 5-year bull run again,&#8221; a commenter wrote.
&#8220;Man, you got $750,000 and you didn't put a cent of that into the S&amp;P 500 over the last 5 years. I can see the S&amp;P 500 being very choppy over the next four years with Trump. If I were honestly you, I would keep that money in a savings bank account. And invest new money from my wages into the S&amp;P 500, bonds ETF, and income ETFs,&#8221; another comment says.
Replying to the above user, a Redditor reminded him that the poster didn&#8217;t have the money for long.
&#8220;Sounds like he just came into the $750,000 recently,&#8221; he said.
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Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur and longtime "Shark Tank" investor, didn't hold back during a podcast appearance, where he revealed what instantly sets off his internal red flag meter when evaluating pitches.
What Happened: In an appearance on Your Mom's House, he said, "The number one tell is when they talk about, ‘Well, if I only get 1% of this billion-dollar market…,'" adding that that&#8217;s when he thinks this is not happening, &#8220;because you're not going to get 1%.&#8221;
Cuban, who has invested <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/12/42618228/mark-cuban-admits-ive-gotten-beat-after-losing-20-million-on-shark-tank-startups">nearly $20 million</a> across dozens of startups on Shark Tank, said that sometimes when entrepreneurs start pitching, he's not looking for reasons to say yes—he's looking for reasons to walk away.&nbsp;
"I've done too many deals," he admitted. "The minute they start talking, I'm looking for reasons to go out."
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Still, he acknowledged that sometimes a pitch just clicks. "Sometimes I'll think, ‘Okay, they're not good at A, B, or C, but I'm really good at A, B, and C—so if we combine forces, maybe it works.' I'm wrong probably half the time, but that is what it is."
When asked about the dumbest pitches he's seen, Cuban pointed to a product called Tail Lightz, flashing lights meant to attach to the back of teenage girls' jeans.&nbsp;
"I asked the girl in the pitch, ‘Would you wear this on a date?' … and her face just dropped," he said. "It was his niece," adding, "Nobody was going to wear that."
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Another lowlight? Weird scented candles by Original Man Candle. There was also Wake-N-Bacon—an alarm clock that cooked bacon so one could wake up to the smell.
Cuban also reflected on his worst investment: Breathometer, a smartphone breathalyzer that initially seemed promising and secured funding from all five sharks. But after the deal closed, Cuban said the founder was constantly partying and posting about it.&nbsp;
We gave him a lot of money, and the next thing I know, he's on an island," Cuban said. "Whole thing crashed and burned."
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Why It's Important: Despite the laughs, Cuban's commentary highlights a critical truth about entrepreneurship: great ideas aren't enough. Execution, humility, and realism matter even more.
When asked about the people who oversell and talk themselves out of deals, the billionaire said that happens all the time. &#8220;There are times that we&#8217;ll say to them just shut up you have our interest and the more you talk the worse it gets,&#8221; he stated.
With a net worth of $7.88 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaire <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/profiles/mark-cuban/">Index</a>, and years of experience on Shark Tank, Cuban's advice is hard-earned.
Cuban himself began making money early in life, starting at age 12 by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/10/41222013/it-wasnt-anything-horrific-how-12-year-old-mark-cuban-developed-tough-skin-to-reach-billionaire">selling garbage bags door-to-door</a>. In his teenage years, he expanded his hustle by trading stamps and coins. While in college, he pursued various side gigs, including bartending and disco dancing.
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President Donald Trump is reportedly set to sign an executive order on Thursday to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, a move aligned with a key campaign promise. The signing will take place at a White House ceremony with several Republican governors and education commissioners in attendance.
What Happened: The order instructs Education Secretary Linda McMahon to initiate steps to close the department and transfer educational authority back to the states. A White House summary reviewed by USA TODAY, which first <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2025/03/19/trump-eliminate-education-department-order/82235735007/">reported</a> the news, stresses the importance of continuing essential services and programs.
This initiative is likely to encounter legal challenges, similar to the administration&#8217;s recent attempt to close&nbsp;the U.S. Agency for International&nbsp;Development, which was halted by a federal judge. Although the department, established in 1979, will not be immediately closed, congressional action is necessary for its complete elimination.
Despite workforce reductions, the department still manages significant federal funding for schools.&nbsp;Harrison Fields,&nbsp;White House principal deputy press&nbsp;secretary, mentioned that the order aims to empower local entities to enhance educational outcomes amid declining national test scores.
The order criticizes the department&#8217;s regulations, claiming they redirect resources away from teaching. Federal funding for students with disabilities and low-income schools will remain unchanged while McMahon formulates a plan to allocate funds more locally.
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Why It Matters: The move to dismantle the Department of Education comes amid broader efforts by the Trump administration to reduce the size of the federal government. In recent months, the administration has been <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44271318/us-department-of-education-to-slash-nearly-2000-jobs-as-trump-moves-closer-to-shutting-it-down">cutting jobs</a> within the department, with nearly 2,000 positions slated for elimination. This aligns with Trump&#8217;s broader agenda to decentralize federal control over education.
In February, discussions were underway regarding the potential impacts of shutting down the department, including the effects on various sectors and stocks that could be influenced by such a move. The administration&#8217;s approach has been to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43450076/trump-administration-weighs-plan-to-shut-down-education-department-which-stocks-could-be-affected">shift responsibilities</a>&nbsp;to states and localities, arguing that they are better positioned to manage educational needs.
McMahon, who was appointed as Education Secretary, has been a controversial figure due to her past in the wrestling industry and her ownership of TKO Group stock. Her appointment and the subsequent policy shifts have sparked debates about the future direction of U.S. education policy.
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A Reddit user recently shared how they cut over $12,000 in annual expenses after being laid off—without sacrificing quality of life. Their <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/comments/1j58b0q/got_laid_off_so_i_went_allin_on_living_frugally/">post</a> in r/Frugal, which quickly went viral, detailed every step of their cost-cutting journey and why more people might need these strategies as the economy tightens.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prioritizing Family Over a Bigger Paycheck</h2>
The original poster was laid off just weeks before their second child was born. After a decade of working more than 55 hours per week, they decided to pursue freelancing instead of returning to the grind of agency life.
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But with income uncertain, OP knew they had to cut costs fast. &#8220;I set off reducing my recurring expenses as much as possible,&#8221; they wrote. &#8220;Given how the economy is moving, many of us <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44066359/someone-asked-for-small-money-saving-habits-that-made-a-big-difference-and-the-responses-poured-in-cant-touch-it-if-you-dont-see-it">may need these tips</a> sooner rather than later.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cutting $12,000 in Annual Expenses</h2>
The biggest cuts came from subscription services, food costs, and health insurance. OP listed their previous monthly expenses, which totaled $2,127, and detailed how they slashed that to $1,093—saving over $12,000 per year.
Streaming services, memberships, and phone bills were taking up a big part of OP&#8217;s budget. To save money, they canceled Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Amazon Prime and started using Stremio with Real-Debrid instead. They also stopped paying for Spotify and used YouTube Music, which comes with YouTube Premium.&nbsp;
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Instead of paying for LastPass Family, they switched to Bitwarden, a free option that does the same thing. They also got rid of their Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card and replaced it with a cashback card that gives them rewards at Costco.
Perhaps most importantly here, they switched from T-Mobile to Mint Mobile, cutting almost $800 a year from their phone bill.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reducing Shopping and Takeout</h2>
OP used to spend $100 per month on Amazon but realized that removing Prime's one-day shipping actually helped curb impulse buys. Now, they only spend about $30 per month, mostly on essentials for their kids.
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Food was another major cut. Instead of buying baked goods, OP learned to bake at home, saving $30 per month. They also learned to cook their favorite takeout meals, reducing spending from $150 to $35 per month. To further cut grocery costs, they started a backyard garden, replacing some store-bought veggies. &#8220;We are definitely going much bigger this year (2x what we had previously) with proper equipment, so hopefully we can grow much more as we develop our green thumb,&#8221; OP wrote.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Biggest Win: Health Insurance Savings</h2>
One of the most surprising savings came from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/insurance-quotes/health">switching health insurance plans</a>. When OP was employed, their family plan cost $1,600 per month. After their income dropped, they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-free-health-insurance">qualified for free health insurance</a>. As they said, &#8220;With this cheaper health plan, even if my earnings go up significantly and I pay full price for the insurance, it&#8217;ll only come out to $950/month&#8221;.
That change alone saved $7,800 per year, making it the single biggest financial win.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reddit Reacts: More Ways to Save</h2>
The post sparked more than 600 comments, with Redditors sharing additional <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38628868/warren-buffetts-frugal-lifestyle-hacks-saved-millions-here-are-5-tips-to-follow-suit-in-your-everyda">frugal hacks</a>. For instance, using local libraries for free streaming services like Hoopla and Kanopy, utilizing Buy Nothing groups for free baby supplies and household items, using ad blockers and browser extensions instead of paying for ad-free streaming, switching to eBay or thrift stores for cheaper purchases instead of Amazon, and taking advantage of grocery store apps for fast food discounts.
Many came to the realization that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/42223593/70-of-millionaires-dont-think-theyre-rich-even-though-people-are-wealthier-than-ever-they-dont-feel-it">lifestyle creep is real</a> and that when you cut back, you realize how little you actually need.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why These Tips Matter More Than Ever</h2>
OP's story resonated because it highlights how quickly financial stability can change. Whether <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44277188/a-poverty-sentence-heres-why-some-say-losing-a-federal-job-is-worse-than-being-fired-in-the-private-sector">due to layoffs</a>, inflation, or shifting priorities, having a plan to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39989781/suze-orman-reveals-the-one-expense-you-must-cut-in-retirement-the-very-last-thing-i-would-think-">cut expenses</a> can make a huge difference.
And as OP pointed out, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/42771996/this-is-unhinged-a-reddit-user-asks-others-for-extreme-acts-of-frugality-they-witnessed-and-the-replies-are-shockingly-entertaining">frugality</a> doesn't have to mean sacrifice. &#8220;I feel pride in my work, and baking something my family loves fills me with oxytocin and dopamine.&#8221;
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'Got Laid Off, So I Went All-In On Living Frugally'—Redditor Shares How They Saved Big And Why These Tips May Be More Important Than Ever

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket">Kevin O'Leary</a>—known to many as "Mr. Wonderful" from the hit show "Shark Tank"—is a well-known critic of early retirement. His personal success, with a net worth around $400 million, contrasts sharply with his warnings that quitting work too soon might lead to unforeseen challenges.&nbsp;
Data from the <a href="https://www.federalreserve.gov/econres/scf/dataviz/scf/table/#series:Retirement_Accounts;demographic:agecl;population:all;units:median">Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances,1989 &#8211; 2022 </a>shows that Americans aged 45–54 hold a median retirement savings of about $115,000, while those aged 55–64 have roughly $185,000 saved. Although some in the FIRE community manage to build impressive nest eggs early, these figures reveal that the average worker faces a steep climb.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stay Engaged for a Lifetime</h2>
Early retirement forces one to stretch a fixed sum over nearly 50 years rather than a more common 30, which dramatically ups the risk of running out of funds. O'Leary recalls how, after selling his company and retiring in his mid-30s, a sudden wave of boredom and a sense of lost purpose quickly set in.&nbsp;
He once said, "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6HCznNPhW8">Working is not just about money</a>," highlighting the role employment plays in shaping identity and keeping social connections alive.&nbsp;
A<a href="https://www.resumebuilder.com/1-in-8-retirees-plan-to-go-back-to-work-in-2025/"> recent Resume Builder survey</a> found that 42% of retired seniors are actively looking for work to fend off monotony. Meanwhile, <a href="https://time.com/7260357/aging-workforce/">Time</a> reports that 19% of U.S. adults aged 65 and older still work—not merely for extra cash but to stay mentally active.
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There's also a tough financial side to this debate. A longer retirement means the same savings must cover more years of living expenses, healthcare, and rising costs.&nbsp;
As a <a href="https://content.schwab.com/web/retail/public/about-schwab/schwab_2024_401k_participant_survey_findings.pdf">Charles Schwab stud</a>y shows, many U.S. adults now believe they need roughly $1.8 million for a comfortable retirement—a figure that has jumped sharply in recent years. This gap between expectations and reality challenges the early retirement dream for most.
On the flip side, some experts offer a counterbalance to O'Leary's cautious view. Leaving the traditional work environment earlier can free up time for creative pursuits and deep work, opening up new avenues for personal fulfillment.&nbsp;
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Similarly, voices like <a href="https://www.partnercoloradocu.org/resources/financial-literacy/blog/march-2025/the-fire-movement">Partner Colorado Credit Union</a> say that aggressive cost-cutting and high savings rates can create a strong financial buffer, making an early exit possible if planned carefully.
<a href="https://allianceam.com/significance/rise-of-phased-retirement-grows-into-golden-years">Alliance America</a> suggests easing into retirement gradually—combining part-time work with delayed Social Security benefits—to bridge the savings gap.&nbsp;
A survey by <a href="https://www.wtwco.com/en-us/news/2024/08/amid-falling-confidence-1-in-3-us-employees-wants-to-phase-into-retirement">Willis Towers Watson</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTW#NASDAQ">WTW</a>) revealed that 15% of employees have begun reducing work hours or responsibilities as they transition into retirement, with an additional 19% expressing a desire to do so. Such a transition can ease <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43622327/u-s-student-loan-debt-hits-2-19-trillion-heres-why-experts-say-borrowers-shouldnt-panic-yet">financial stress</a> while preserving an active lifestyle.
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BlackRock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 2.37% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.83%. Currently, BlackRock has a market capitalization of $148.79 billion. 
Buying $1000 In BLK: If an investor had bought $1000 of BLK stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,923.55 today based on a price of $958.40 for BLK at the time of writing.
<h3>BlackRock's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In BlackRock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Stride (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRN#NYSE">LRN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 11.59% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 22.09%. Currently, Stride has a market capitalization of $5.29 billion. 
Buying $1000 In LRN: If an investor had bought $1000 of LRN stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $7,346.85 today based on a price of $121.37 for LRN at the time of writing.
<h3>Stride's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742427008_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Stride 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Quanta Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PWR#NYSE">PWR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 14.85% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.36%. Currently, Quanta Services has a market capitalization of $40.07 billion. 
Buying $1000 In PWR: If an investor had bought $1000 of PWR stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $9,551.40 today based on a price of $270.40 for PWR at the time of writing.
<h3>Quanta Services's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742426113_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Quanta Services 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Krystal Biotech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRYS#NASDAQ">KRYS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 18.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 37.22%. Currently, Krystal Biotech has a market capitalization of $5.45 billion. 
Buying $100 In KRYS: If an investor had bought $100 of KRYS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $525.21 today based on a price of $189.18 for KRYS at the time of writing.
<h3>Krystal Biotech's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742425218_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44258002/wall-street-drop-deepens-as-trade-war-fears-escalate-sp-500-hits-7-month-lows-wha">Stock market turbulence</a> has rattled investors recently, but Kevin O'Leary, also known as &#8220;Mr. Wonderful,&#8221; sees opportunity in the downturn. Despite widespread losses, O'Leary believes now is the time to buy—just don't expect to catch the bottom.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Buying During Market Declines</h2>
&#8220;Nobody likes volatility,&#8221; O'Leary acknowledged in a recent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX1pZvus5Uo">interview</a> with Yahoo Finance. &#8220;But as an investor, you learn that you have to hold your nose. And when there's blood in the streets, you have to be buying.&#8221;
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O'Leary pointed out that the average company on the Nasdaq has dropped 30% to 40%, while the Russell 2000 index is filled with undervalued stocks. Rather than trying to time the market, he has been buying indices that follow specific rules, including ALPS O&#8217;Shares US Quality Dividend ETF fund (CBOE: OUSA) for the S&amp;P 500 and ALPS O&#8217;Shares US Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (CBOE: OUSM) for the Russell 2000.
&#8220;I bought more because it&#8217;s on sale,&#8221; he explained. &#8220;This always happens. Everybody feels, ‘Oh my goodness, it's the end of the free world as we know it.'&#8221;
O'Leary also noted that investors should not expect to perfectly time the bottom. &#8220;Never think you&#8217;re going to catch the bottom. I don't even guess to do that. I don't try and time the market.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Market Woes and Political Turmoil</h2>
O'Leary's comments come as markets struggle with fresh uncertainty, as the S&amp;P 500, the Dow Jones and the Nasdaq marked their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44308149/market-is-trying-to-rebound-keep-trump-off-x-says-jim-cramer-also-calls-out-canadas-carney-for-making-trump-">lowest levels since September</a>.
Market volatility has been fueled by President Donald Trump's latest tariff threats, which initially targeted Canadian metals and auto imports. While Trump later softened his stance on metal tariffs after Ontario Premier Doug Ford agreed to suspend an energy tax, uncertainty remains.
Trump has been clear about his strategy, according to O'Leary. &#8220;He wants to reset all the Tariff schedules from as far back as the Second World War and just have reciprocal tariffs,&#8221; he explained. &#8220;The thing about tariffs—you have to think of them as negotiating tools of economic warfare.&#8221;
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O'Leary cited examples such as dairy tariffs between the U.S. and Canada, where both sides have imposed steep duties. &#8220;After a while, both sides look at each other and say, ‘Well, we're both <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44326649/does-canada-really-have-a-250-tariff-in-place-on-us-dairy-products-imported-into-canada-here-are-the-facts">tariffing each other at 243%</a>. There&#8217;s really no economic gain—<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/25/02/43476012/trumps-canada-tariffs-bffs-for-decades-what-went-wrong-can-it-really-be-about-fentanyl-unlikely">this is kind of stupid</a>.'&#8221;
O'Leary weighed in on the political situation in Canada as well, saying, &#8220;Unfortunately for Carney, he&#8217;s not going to be the one to negotiate. Unlikely he'll probably lose in the general election in the next 90 days to a man named Pierre Poilievre who's leading in the polls.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Looking Ahead</h2>
O'Leary remains focused on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stocks-for-long-term-investment">long-term investing</a>, urging others not to panic. &#8220;Yes, there's volatility, nobody likes it, but the market was extremely expensive,&#8221; he said. &#8220;I have to admit, I did some buying lately. I'm seeing great companies that still have great growth prospects selling down.&#8221;
While some <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44347282/recession-fears-gold-records-and-trade-wars-this-week-in-economics">fear a recession</a>, O'Leary does not see one in the immediate future. &#8220;I get the tear sheets for my own 54 private companies in all 11 sectors every Tuesday. I don't see [a recession] yet. Consumer&#8217;s still strong.&#8221;
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Kevin O'Leary Says 'Nobody Likes Volatility'—But Investors Must 'Hold Their Nose' And Buy 'When There's Blood In The Streets'

Travelers Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRV#NYSE">TRV</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.16% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.36%. Currently, Travelers Companies has a market capitalization of $59.25 billion. 
Buying $1000 In TRV: If an investor had bought $1000 of TRV stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $7,177.15 today based on a price of $261.32 for TRV at the time of writing.
<h3>Travelers Companies's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742424316_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Travelers Companies 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 8.51% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.63%. Currently, Progressive has a market capitalization of $160.20 billion. 
Buying $100 In PGR: If an investor had bought $100 of PGR stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $1,478.04 today based on a price of $273.29 for PGR at the time of writing.
<h3>Progressive's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742423409_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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If You Invested $100 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 3.66% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.78%. Currently, Intercontinental Exchange has a market capitalization of $99.97 billion. 
Buying $100 In ICE: If an investor had bought $100 of ICE stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $786.00 today based on a price of $174.00 for ICE at the time of writing.
<h3>Intercontinental Exchange's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742422513_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In Intercontinental Exchange 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Mortgage rates are rising again — and that&#8217;s bad news for homebuyers and refinancers. But, it may be an exciting opportunity to make money for investors looking at mortgage-backed securities (MBS) ETFs. 
With the most recent figures indicating a big <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/reit/25/03/44396973/mortgage-applications-drop-as-rising-rates-squeeze-refinance-demand">decline in mortgage applications</a>, the conditions are ready for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">MBS ETFs </a>to pick up steam as yields increase and prepayment risks get diminished.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Why MBS ETFs Stand To Gain</h1>
MBS ETFs are invested in mortgage-backed securities, which are home loan-backed debt securities. When housing rates rise, newly issued MBS gain more yield, which is desired by investors who want fixed-income exposure. 
At the same time, old MBS experience a deceleration in prepayments, as more homeowners choose not to refinance at higher rates.
There are some choice MBS ETFs that should profit through the prevailing conditions:
iShares MBS ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MBB#NASDAQ">MBB</a>): One of the largest MBS ETFs, MBB primarily <a href="https://www.ishares.com/us/products/239465/ishares-mbs-etf">holds </a>agency-backed securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae.
Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VMBS#NASDAQ">VMBS</a>): This ETF <a href="https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/etfs/profile/vmbs#overview">offers </a>exposure to high-quality, government-backed MBS with relatively low volatility.
SPDR Bloomberg Barclays Mortgage Backed Bond ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MBG#NYSE">MBG</a>): MBG <a href="https://www.ssga.com/us/en/intermediary/etfs/spdr-portfolio-mortgage-backed-bond-etf-spmb">provides </a>a diversified portfolio of investment-grade MBS.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Shake-Up In The Mortgage Market And Rising Rates</h1>
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased to 6.72% for the week through March 14, reversing a nine-week slide, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported. The increase in this rate pushed refinancing applications down a substantial 13%, although purchase applications rose a mild 0.1%.
Investors are preparing for possible market movements after the Federal Open Market Committee&#8217;s decision on Wednesday<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44405112/tariff-inflation-may-be-transitory-powell-says-stocks-rally-bitcoin-clears-85000-as-bulls-return"> to hold rates at 4.25%-4.50%</a>. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">A Balancing Act</h1>
Though higher mortgage rates create headwinds for housing affordability and refinancing volume, they also offer fixed-income investors a chance. Higher yields and less prepayment risk potential make MBS ETFs an appealing option in this situation.
But it will be wise to stay guarded. The Fed&#8217;s policy orientation, inflation dynamics, and overall economic climate will be key in determining MBS performance. If rates keep on rising, MBS ETFs may face additional tailwinds. But if economic uncertainties force the Fed to shift gears in favor of rate cuts later this year, the picture will change once again.
For the time being, MBS ETFs are an attractive choice for investors seeking to take advantage of the changing interest rate landscape.
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