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Billionaire and Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk argued in March that if a commercial company operated like the U.S. federal government, it &#8220;would go immediately bankrupt.&#8221; But economist and former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich says that&#8217;s exactly the point—the government isn&#8217;t a business and shouldn&#8217;t be run like one.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Government Is About People, Not Profits</h2>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Musk: If a commercial company operated the way the federal government does, then it would be &#8212; immediately go bankrupt. It would be delisted. The officers would be arrested <a href="https://t.co/UECpw8XgIX">pic.twitter.com/UECpw8XgIX</a>
&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/1905389742218432871?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&#8220;Let me make it clear. Government should <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45338281/trump-has-a-proven-track-record-of-being-an-absolute-failure-says-gov-tim-walz-we-dont-need-to-run-government-like-a-business">not be run like a business</a>,&#8221; Reich said in a recent YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqn1uD_B70U">video</a>. While he agrees that no one wants their tax dollars wasted and supports cutting government waste, he warned that it must be done carefully — &#8220;with a scalpel, not a chainsaw.&#8221;
Reich explained that businesses are focused on profit. &#8220;Corporations like McDonald&#8217;s and Walmart, they don&#8217;t exist for the public good. They exist to maximize their shareholder returns,&#8221; he said. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45184462/yeah-no-its-low-wages-a-worker-responds-to-whether-the-skilled-labor-shortage-is-just-because-everyone-was-told-to-go-to-college">That often means low wages</a> and minimal benefits for workers, many of whom rely on taxpayer-funded programs like food stamps and Medicaid to make ends meet.
&#8220;Do you know what it means when somebody pays you minimum wage? It&#8217;s like, &#8216;Hey, if I could pay you less, I would,'&#8221; Reich said, reflecting on his time working at McDonald&#8217;s.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Profit Can&#8217;t Be The Measure Of Public Value</h2>
The goal of government, Reich argued, is to &#8220;make life better for the people.&#8221; He pointed to the very first sentence of the U.S. Constitution, which says the government should &#8220;promote the general welfare.&#8221;
That mission doesn&#8217;t generate profits, and that&#8217;s okay. &#8220;Making a profit is not the point of government,&#8221; he said. &#8220;Should we <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/futures/17/05/9505887/winners-and-losers-from-trumps-4-trillion-budget-proposal">gut health care services</a> for our veterans because it&#8217;s not profitable? What about inspecting our food? Should we <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44498325/gonna-be-some-upset-seniors-at-town-halls-says-mark-cuban-he-calls-doge-social-security-actions-a-back-door-move-to-cut-payments">cut Social Security</a> and let seniors starve?&#8221;
Reich listed services like schools, highways, libraries, national parks, and mail delivery as examples of public goods that benefit everyone, and aren&#8217;t supposed to turn a profit.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Real Meaning Behind &#8216;Run It Like a Business&#8217;</h2>
According to Reich, when politicians say they want to run the government like a business, what they often mean is they want to privatize services to benefit corporate interests. &#8220;Wall Street would love to have its hands on your Social Security,&#8221; he said. &#8220;The Trump Organization would love to turn Yellowstone National Park into a private resort for only the wealthiest to enjoy.&#8221;
Reich added that President Donald Trump is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/10/41390158/in-a-brutal-takedown-joe-biden-mocks-trump-bankrupting-a-casino-how-is-that-possible-i-thought-the-h">hardly a model</a> for business success, saying, &#8220;Trump sucks at running businesses anyway. I can make a whole video about Trump&#8217;s many, many business failures. And I have.&#8221;
&#8220;It's not about &#8216;efficiency&#8217; or because these public goods &#8216;cost too much.&#8217; That&#8217;s rubbish,&#8221; he added. &#8220;Private corporations want to profit at your expense.&#8221;
Reich concluded by emphasizing that U.S. citizens are not customers and politicians are not CEOs. &#8220;They are supposed to be public servants. They are supposed to be working for us,&#8221; he said. &#8220;The purpose of government is not to show a profit. It's to achieve the common good.&#8221;
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In the holiday-shortened week, these ten large-cap stocks were the worst performers. Are they a part of your portfolio?
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<li>AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) stock fell 14.68% last week, continuing its fall after a short-sell report <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/06/45910389/short-seller-says-applovin-is-desperate-and-doomed-shares-slide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">issued by Culper Research</a>.</li>
<li>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) stock lost 13.6% last week amid a broader decline in solar stocks after the U.S. Senate Finance Committee unveiled its version of President Trump's tax bill, which <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45971345" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">slashed renewable energy incentives</a>.</li>
<li>James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JHX#NYSE">JHX</a>) stock declined 11.23%.</li>
<li>BeOne Medicines Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONC#NASDAQ">ONC</a>) stock dipped 10.65% last week.</li>
<li>GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSK#NYSE">GSK</a>) stock dropped 10.4% last week.</li>
<li>Accenture plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>) stock fell 10.3% amid a selloff following the company's Q3 financial results.</li>
<li>Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) stock declined 9.94% amid a tech sector pullback driven by rising Middle East tensions between Israel and Iran.</li>
<li>Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) stock fell 9.91% amid China's suspension of trade-in subsidies for EVs and fuel-efficient cars in key urban markets.</li>
<li>Corpay, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPAY#NYSE">CPAY</a>) stock fell 9.64% last week amid pressure from Coinbase Global&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) announcement of its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/46004688" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new stablecoin payments</a> stack, which may impact Corpay's business outlook.</li>
<li>Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>) stock lowered 9.56% last week amid a broader selloff in credit card stocks following Coinbase's launch of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/46004688" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">its stablecoin payments infrastructure</a>.</li>
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Before he became the richest man in the world, Elon Musk set out to prove something to himself—that if all his bold ideas failed, he could still survive in America. Literally.
In a 2015 interview with astrophysicist <a href="https://startalkmedia.com/show/the-future-of-humanity-with-elon-musk/">Neil deGrasse Tyson on StarTalk Radio</a>, Musk reflected on his early mindset, revealing just how far he went to test his personal threshold for survival. At the time, he had already founded Tesla and SpaceX, but the conversation turned to a much earlier phase in his life—just after college, when he first arrived in the U.S.
"In America, it's pretty easy to keep yourself alive," Musk told Tyson. "So my threshold for existing is pretty low. I figure I could be in some dingy apartment with my computer and be okay and not starve."
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So that's exactly what he tested. Musk challenged himself to live on just $1 a day for food. His grocery list? Hot dogs, oranges, pasta, and bulk green peppers with a big jar of sauce.
"You get really tired of hot dogs and oranges after a while," he admitted, laughing. "And of course pasta and a green pepper and a big thing of sauce. That can go pretty far, too."
He wasn't trying to impress anyone—he just wanted to prove that even if every business venture failed, he wouldn't. "If I can live for a dollar a day, then at least from a food cost standpoint, well it's pretty easy to earn like $30 in a month anyway, so I'll probably be okay."
Musk immigrated to the U.S. from South Africa in the mid-1990s, during his early twenties. By 1995, after earning degrees in physics and economics from the University of Pennsylvania, he co-founded his first startup, Zip2. Back then, money was so tight that he and his brother Kimbal slept in the office and showered at the local YMCA.
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At the time, a dollar stretched further. In the mid-90s, the average cost of a loaf of bread was under $1, and hot dogs ran about $1.29 per pound. By comparison, the average cost of hot dogs today has soared to over $5.22 per pound. Inflation has made Musk's once-thrifty diet virtually impossible to replicate. Even pasta—once a budget staple—is now often $1.50 to $2 a box, and fresh produce prices have more than doubled since his college days.
Now, decades later, he controls some of the most valuable companies in the world and has an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/01/43101102/elon-musk-the-richest-man-in-the-world-is-estimated-to-earn-over-23-million-every-single-hour-of-the-day-heres-how-hes-spending-it">estimated net worth topping $340 billion</a>, according to Forbes and Bloomberg. But that extreme frugality never really left him.&nbsp;
Musk has said he doesn't own a yacht or even a home, doesn't take vacations, and considers his private jet—used for work—his largest personal expense. "It would be very problematic if I was spending billions of dollars a year in personal consumption," he said in a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/cdZZpaB2kDM?si=qTBimIpxJtYaJxm9">2022 TED interview with Chris Anderson</a>. He added, "but that is not the case."
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Today, spending just $1 a day on food in America seems laughable, especially with inflation and rising grocery prices. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, <a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/research/cnpp/usda-food-plans">the average cost of food per person per month in 2024</a> was over $300—even on a thrifty plan.
And for context: a $1 daily food budget in today's economy breaks down to 33 cents per meal—less than a single egg, a slice of bread, or even half a banana in most U.S. cities. For millions of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43748849/food-prices-are-expected-to-keep-rising-in-2025-ramsey-solutions-explains-why-grocery-prices-are-so-high-offers-tips-for-saving">Americans now facing food insecurity,</a> that number isn't just unrealistic—it's unthinkable.
Still, Musk's point wasn't about inflation or cuisine—it was about fear. Or rather, the absence of it. He believed that if he could handle having nothing, he could risk everything. That mindset helped him bet big on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/05/45480331/elon-musk-says-earth-only-has-10-of-its-life-left-before-its-incinerated-by-the-sun-calls-colonizing-mars-humanitys-life-insurance-polic">rockets, electric cars, solar panels</a>—and win.
So yes, Musk once lived off hot dogs and oranges. Not because he had to. Because he needed to know he could.
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Elon Musk Said 'In America, It's Pretty Easy To Keep Yourself Alive' — So He Challenged Himself To Live On $1 A Day, Eating Hot Dogs And Oranges

Top business figures such as Bill Ackman and Jason Calacanis have publicly shared their views on the &#8220;massive precision&#8221; airstrikes carried out by the U.S. military on three Iranian nuclear sites.
What Happened: These strikes mark a major escalation in the ongoing international conflict involving Iran and Israel, with the US now playing a new role.
Bill Ackman, a billionaire hedge fund manager,&nbsp;was among the first to&nbsp;commend the military operation. He expressed his gratitude to the US military for its &#8220;superb execution on ridding Iran&nbsp;of its nuclear threat.&#8221; 
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Thank you to our great military for its superb execution on ridding Iran of its nuclear threat. All Americans are eternally grateful for you.
&mdash; Bill Ackman (@BillAckman) <a href="https://twitter.com/BillAckman/status/1936582927212826898?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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He also lauded Trump&#8217;s actions as being more effective than relying on Iran&#8217;s commitment to not develop nuclear weapons.
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Serial entrepreneur&nbsp;Jason Calacanis&nbsp;highlighted that the US is now involved in three conflicts, five months into Trump&#8217;s term. He refrained from passing judgment, stating that the public lacks the intelligence that leaders possess.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">It's just an observation, published without judgement We don't have the intelligence that our leaders have, so I will reserve judgement until we know more. It should be obvious to everyone, however, that no president can just stop conflicts on day one. We now have three…
&mdash; @jason (@Jason) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jason/status/1936580976664252604?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Spencer Hakimian, the founder of Tolou Capital Management, characterized&nbsp;the US military operation as&nbsp;&#8220;completely undetectable,&#8221; and warned of potential economic havoc if Iran were&nbsp;to close the Strait of&nbsp;Hormuz.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The most escalatory thing that Iran can do is not to bomb U.S. military bases in the Middle East. It's to close the Strait of Hormuz. And if that happens, Oil goes above $100 in the blink of an eye. Iran is no military match for the United States. But they can wreak havoc…
&mdash; Spencer Hakimian (@SpencerHakimian) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpencerHakimian/status/1936575501747007866?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Other business leaders, including&nbsp;Maguire&nbsp;of Sequoia Capital,&nbsp;Fishback&nbsp;of Azoria investment firm, and&nbsp;Scholl&nbsp;of Boom Supersonic, also voiced their opinions, with sentiments ranging from praise for Trump to relief over the neutralization of Iran&#8217;s nuclear capabilities.
Why It Matters: The varying reactions from business leaders underscore the complexity and far-reaching implications of the US&#8217;s military actions. 
While some praised the operation for neutralizing a potential nuclear threat, others expressed concern about the escalation of international conflict and potential economic repercussions. 
The situation continues to evolve, and the global business community will be closely monitoring the developments.
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US Airstrike On Iran Draws Varied Reactions From Business Leaders, Bill Ackman Says 'Thank You To Our Great Military'

As Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) strengthens its position in the AI hardware market, the company is quietly paying tribute to some of history's most influential scientists by naming its powerful chip architectures after women whose groundbreaking work laid the foundation for modern computing and science.
Ada Lovelace: The First Computer Programmer
Nvidia's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/22/09/28952554/nvidia-makes-a-quantum-leap-at-gtc-2022-ada-lovelace-rtx-gpus-omniverse-cloud-drive-thor">Ada architecture</a>, used in gaming graphics and AI processing, is named after Ada Lovelace, a 19th-century British mathematician. Often credited as the world's first computer programmer, Lovelace theorized that machines could go beyond calculations to manipulate symbols, music, and images—an idea that foreshadowed modern computing.
In 1979, the U.S. Department of Defense named a programming language "Ada" in her honor.
Grace Hopper: The Mother Of Modern Programming
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45855980/nvidias-grace-hopper-platform-powers-europes-fastest-ai-supercomputer">company's Hopper architecture</a> recognizes Grace Hopper, a U.S. Navy rear admiral and computer science pioneer. During World War II, Hopper worked on the Mark I, one of the earliest general-purpose computers. She played a critical role in the development of automatic programming and helped lay the groundwork for programming languages like COBOL.
Hopper, who passed away in 1992, is remembered as a visionary who helped bridge military computing and modern software development.
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Vera Rubin: Illuminating The Universe's Mysteries
Nvidia's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/05/45689336/dell-nvidia-to-build-next-gen-supercomputer-for-us-energy-department">Rubin architecture honors</a> Vera Rubin, the astronomer who provided some of the first observational evidence for dark matter. In the 1970s, after studying more than 60 galaxies with colleague Kent Ford, Rubin's work helped reshape astrophysics.
She became the first woman scientist on staff at the Carnegie Institution's Department of Terrestrial Magnetism in 1965. Rubin passed away in 2016.
Why It's Important: Nvidia currently has a market cap of $3.5 trillion, making it the second most valuable company in the world.
In May, Nvidia reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45657660/nvidia-q1-highlights-china-export-ban-hits-results-but-jensen-huang-says-demand-incredibly-strong">first-quarter revenue</a> of $44.1 billion, marking a 69% increase year-over-year and a 12% rise from the previous quarter. The figure surpassed the Street consensus estimate of $43.2 billion.
Price Action: Nvidia shares have climbed 5.18% year-to-date and gained 11.24% over the past year. On Wednesday, the stock rose 0.94%, closing at $145.48, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings highlight steady upward momentum for Nvidia across short, medium and long-term periods. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound'">More detailed performance insights can be found here</a>.
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It's good for people to look for additional ways to boost their income. Increasing your earnings gives you more flexibility and can help you retire sooner.&nbsp;
One burned-out denturist who earns $300,000 per year and owes $1 million on a mortgage is looking to <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/HENRYfinance/comments/1ldyi4j/am_i_naive_for_considering_acquiring_a_business/">acquire a business</a> that has more than $500,000 in annual profits. While this move can boost the denturist's income, Redditors offered plenty of warnings against business acquisition.
"Even if you think you understand all the risks, you probably don't," one commenter said.
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Commenters offered a few suggestions for the denturist to deal with burnout and look for opportunities to earn more money.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Identify The Cause Of Your Burnout</h2>
One of the top comments came from a Redditor who suggested figuring out the cause of your burnout before jumping into any new ventures. Starting or acquiring a business requires a lot of work, and it's probably the last remedy that you'd consider for solving burnout.
The commenter suggested that travel could be the cause of burnout and encouraged the denturist to look for a similar role that "reduces travel while maintaining similar benefits."
The commenter mentioned that they were burned out and switched jobs to solve the issue. Working for a more stable company with better management support may be worth it, even if you have to take a small pay cut.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Can Lose A Lot Of Money If The Acquisition Doesn't Go Well</h2>
While one commenter advised the Redditor to identify why they feel burned out, most commenters warned about some of the downsides of acquiring a business. They emphasized how things don't always go smoothly, and a company that is delivering solid profits right now may not do so well in a few years.
Companies that earn $500,000 in annual profits usually reach that milestone because of an effective leader. Acquiring a business may mean losing that leader, and if you don't know how to run a business, your investment can quickly turn sour.
Good business leaders see their companies fall apart due to factors out of their control, and it's even worse for people who are just getting started. One commenter also mentioned that it won't be $500,000 in annual profit since a large portion of those earnings will have to go toward monthly payments toward the loan used to finance the acquisition.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Start A Business In An Industry That You Know</h2>
The denturist specifically wanted to acquire a business in an industry that they didn't know very well. That makes an uphill battle even more challenging, and one commenter came up with a solution.
Instead of acquiring a business in a field that you don't know, the denturist can start a denturist business. The original poster said that they have their own clinic and haven&#8217;t put much cash into it. However, the higher income gives the denturist more flexibility with funding the clinic, and that seems to be the new route.
The denturist may have continued to neglect this opportunity if a commenter didn't offer the suggestion. It demonstrates the value of starting a business in your industry instead of acquiring a business in an industry where you have zero experience.
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Reddit Warns Burned-Out Denturist: 'Even If You Think You Understand All the Risks, You Probably Don't'

The past week has been a rollercoaster ride in the tech and auto sectors. From&nbsp;Tesla Inc. making headlines with its upcoming Robotaxi launch to&nbsp;Boeing Co. facing safety concerns, there&#8217;s a lot to unpack.
Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories of the week.
Tesla&#8217;s Robotaxi Launch Could Be Key To $310 Price Target
Gary Black, managing director of Future Fund LLC, has set a $310 price target for Tesla Inc. ahead of the company&#8217;s Robotaxi launch in Austin on June 22. Black shared his insights on the potential impact of the Robotaxi launch on Tesla&#8217;s stock performance on a social media platform.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45991403/teslas-robotaxi-launch-could-be-key-to-310-price-target-says-gary-black">Read the full article here.</a>
Boeing Faces Backlash After Fatal Aircrash
Boeing Co. has been under scrutiny following a fatal air crash in India&#8217;s Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, operated by Air India, crashed into a residential area shortly after takeoff, leading to serious questions about the safety and quality of Boeing aircraft.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45991614/if-its-boeing-im-not-going-why-some-people-are-turning-their-backs-on-the-american-plane-maker-in-favor-of-rival-airbus">Read the full article here.</a>
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Tesla&#8217;s Production Cost Advantage Over Waymo
Tesla Inc. is reportedly closer to achieving full autonomy than competitors like Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s autonomous driving company, Waymo. This is largely due to Tesla&#8217;s ability to produce cars at a fraction of the price, allowing for more vehicles on the road.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45966726/tesla-vehicle-production-cost-1-7-that-of-waymo-elon-musks-ev-giant-closer-to-full-autonomy-than-competition-report">Read the full article here.</a>
BYD Surpasses Tesla In Global EV Sales
Tesla Inc. has been outpaced in global sales for the first time by rival BYD Co. Ltd. According to the International Council on Clean Transportation, Chinese automakers are building significant leads in the zero-emission vehicle market.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45969242/elon-musk-has-a-new-problem-byd-beats-tesla-in-global-ev-sales-amid-europe-expansion">Read the full article here.</a>
Ford Recalls Over 197,000 Vehicles
Ford Motor Co.&nbsp;has issued a recall for more than 197,000 vehicles due to a backseat issue that could potentially trap occupants inside the vehicle. The recall affects Ford Mustang Mach-E models from 2021-2025.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46012477/ford-recalls-over-197000-vehicles-for-backseat-issue-that-could-trap-occupants-in-emergency-situations">Read the full article here.</a>
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When Jeff Bezos puts money behind something, people pay attention. The founder of Amazon doesn't just throw cash at random trends—he invests with a long-term vision and a clear eye for disruption. That's why it raised eyebrows when Bezos backed Arrived Homes, a real estate platform that lets everyday people invest in rental properties with as little as $100. If one of the wealthiest people on earth is betting on single-family rentals, it's worth asking: what does he see that the rest of us might be missing?
The answer has everything to do with how real estate is changing—and how platforms like Arrived are opening the doors to a type of investing that was once reserved for the ultra-wealthy. If you've ever thought about owning rental property but didn't want the landlord life (or the six-figure price tag), this is how you get in—alongside the same platform backed by Bezos himself.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Rental Housing Boom, Explained</h2>
Let's start with the big picture. The U.S. is in the middle of a long-term shift toward renting. Home prices have soared, mortgage rates remain high, and affordability continues to push millions of Americans out of the buyer's market and into long-term rentals. But here's the twist: even as more people rent, the demand for quality, single-family homes—not apartments—is exploding.
That demand means steady rent checks, low vacancy in the right markets, and rising long-term value for well-positioned homes. It's no wonder institutional investors, hedge funds, and billionaires like Bezos are buying into the space. But until recently, everyday investors were locked out. You either needed to buy a full home yourself (and become a landlord), or sit on the sidelines and watch others collect the income.
Now, that's changing—and fast.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Platform Jeff Bezos Backed</h2>
Arrived Homes is one of the first platforms to let non-accredited investors co-own shares of rental homes across the U.S. When you invest, you&#8217;re buying into real, income-generating single-family properties—many of them located in fast-growing, high-demand markets like Phoenix, Memphis, and Salt Lake City.
Bezos invested through his personal fund, Bezos Expeditions, during an early funding round. Other high-profile backers include former Zillow CEO Spencer Rascoff and Uber executives. Their involvement isn't just hype—it signals a major vote of confidence in a new model of real estate investing that prioritizes accessibility, diversification, and passive income.
With Arrived, you don't need to qualify for a mortgage, deal with tenants, or shell out a down payment. You simply choose a home, decide how much to invest, and start earning your share of rental income—plus any potential appreciation if the property goes up in value.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why This Model Works (Even If You're Not a Billionaire)</h2>
What makes Arrived so disruptive isn't just that it lowers the barrier to entry—it's that it flips the script entirely. You're no longer stuck choosing between buying a house (and managing it) or not investing at all. Now, you can start with whatever amount you're comfortable with, spread your capital across multiple homes and cities, and earn income while someone else handles the operations.
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<li>You can buy fractional shares of that same kind of portfolio—and let Arrived manage them for you.</li>
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You get all the upside—rental income, diversification, appreciation potential—without having to do the work. For busy professionals, renters, or anyone building long-term wealth, that's a powerful model.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Start Investing Alongside the Pros</h2>
You don't need a private fund or millions in capital to follow the Bezos playbook. You just need a strategy—and consistency. With Arrived, you can start with as little as $100 per property. From there, you can invest monthly, diversify across states and home types, and build a portfolio that grows with you.
Every property listing on Arrived includes full financial breakdowns, target returns, and market analysis. Whether you're looking for high cash flow, long-term appreciation, or a mix of both, the platform lets you align your investments with your goals—without having to be a real estate expert.
And if you're wondering how it all works behind the scenes? Arrived sources properties, conducts due diligence, manages tenants, and distributes rental income every quarter. You stay informed, but you never have to do the heavy lifting.
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China has reportedly trialed a domestically developed operating system aboard a small satellite, a move aimed at reducing dependence on foreign <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">software in space-based applications</a>.
Researchers used the OpenHarmony real-time operating system (RTOS)—a streamlined version of Huawei Technologies&#8217; HarmonyOS—onboard the Dalian-1 Lianli CubeSat during more than 1,000 hours of in-orbit experimentation, <a href="https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3314994/spurred-us-sanctions-china-adapts-huaweis-harmonyos-microsatellites" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> the South China Morning Post.
The test showed marked improvements in speed and stability for microsatellite operations.
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Yu Xiaozhou, a professor at the Dalian University of Technology and lead author of the study, stated that the mission demonstrated notable gains in system responsiveness and reliability thanks to the home-grown software platform, the report adds.
OpenHarmony replaced traditional firmware and foreign operating systems commonly used in Chinese microsatellites.
The satellite, released from the Tiangong space station, also ran on a chip manufactured in China, creating what researchers called a fully indigenous software-hardware solution.
The technology enabled subsystems like the magnetometer, sun sensor, and orientation unit to operate with microsecond-level responsiveness while consistently delivering high-frequency data updates, the report further adds.
Beyond its performance, the system endured extended pre-deployment conditions, including 253 days in external storage outside the space station.
Once activated, it produced sub-meter resolution images of Earth—capabilities that could aid regional planning efforts in coastal areas such as Dalian.
The software milestone stems from China&#8217;s broader effort to wean itself off foreign tech, a push accelerated after Huawei Technologies was added to the U.S. trade blacklist in 2019.
The ban restricted access to American tech tools and catalyzed initiatives like OpenHarmony, which is now overseen by the OpenAtom Foundation and applied across sectors, including embedded systems and aerospace.
Previously, Chinese satellites had relied on open-source foreign software such as FreeRTOS, which posed limitations under export restrictions.
The latest mission marks a significant step toward technical independence in China&#8217;s satellite development roadmap.
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<li>Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRCL#NYSE">CRCL</a>) stock gained 125.53% last week after the U.S. Senate passed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/46034000" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the GENIUS Act</a>, which aims to regulate stablecoins. Seaport Global, which initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRCL/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$235 price forecast</a>, also supported the rally.</li>
<li>Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) stock soared 27.93% last week after it launched its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/46004688" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Coinbase Payments stablecoin stack</a> and secured a crypto license in the EU.</li>
<li>AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>) stock upped 24.43% after the company announced a partnership with Vodafone Idea to bring satellite broadband to smartphones in India. ASTS is also set to join the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/46033050" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Russell 1000 Index on June 27</a>.</li>
<li>CoreWeave, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>) stock jumped 23.23% last week after BofA Securities downgraded the stock to Neutral but raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRWV/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast to $185</a>.</li>
<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) stock upped 21.39% last week.</li>
<li>Reddit, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDDT#NYSE">RDDT</a>) stock gained 19.75% after launching AI-powered <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45983296" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ad features</a> and gaining visibility as the second most cited source in Google's AI summaries.</li>
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The past week in tech has been nothing short of exciting, with major companies making bold moves and industry leaders voicing their opinions. From Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) battling with OpenAI for top talent, to YouTube&#8217;s upcoming integration of advanced AI video tools, the landscape is rapidly evolving. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has been vocal about the inflated valuations of AI startups, and Amazon&#8217;s CEO has touted the transformative potential of Generative AI. Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.
Meta&#8217;s Battle with OpenAI for Talent Meta&#8217;s billion-dollar hiring spree in AI has hit a snag, according to CTO Andrew Bosworth. OpenAI is not letting its top minds go without a fight and is actively countering Meta&#8217;s lucrative job offers. This revelation came during Bosworth&#8217;s interview with CNBC&#8217;s Closing Bell Overtime on Friday.
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YouTube Shorts to Feature Veo 3 AI Video Tools YouTube, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), is set to integrate Google&#8217;s latest generative AI video model, Veo 3, into YouTube Shorts. This announcement was made by YouTube CEO Neal Mohan during a keynote at the Cannes Lions Festival.
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Elon Musk&#8217;s Take on AI Startup Valuations Elon Musk has criticized the current AI startup landscape, stating that the hype has led to inflated startup prices. He referred to these startups as a &#8220;herd of unicorns&#8221; during his talk at Y Combinator&#8217;s AI Startup School.
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Meta&#8217;s AI Smart Glasses Collaboration Meta is teaming up with EssilorLuxottica to launch new AI-powered smart glasses under the Oakley and Prada brands. This follows the success of the second-generation Ray-Ban smart glasses, which were launched in 2023 through a partnership between Meta and Luxottica.
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Amazon&#8217;s Embrace of Generative AI Amazon.com Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) CEO, Andy Jassy, highlighted the company&#8217;s extensive use of Generative AI in a recent blog post. Jassy described such technologies as rare and transformative, justifying Amazon&#8217;s aggressive investment.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the wake of Saturday&#8217;s U.S. airstrikes against Iran.
What Happened: The strikes, which Iran claims have disrupted diplomatic efforts regarding its nuclear program, have heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
As reported by The Times of Israel, the meeting in Moscow is scheduled for Sunday. This comes after President Donald Trump announced that the strikes had &#8220;totally obliterated&#8221; Iran&#8217;s key nuclear facilities. Iran quickly condemned the US action, accusing it of sabotaging ongoing negotiations for a potential deal.
In retaliation for the U.S. strikes, Iran launched two rounds of attacks against Israel, its long-standing regional rival. Trump&#8217;s intervention threatens to escalate the conflict, particularly in light of Israel&#8217;s unprecedented bombing campaign on Iran last week.
Araghchi accused the U.S. of undermining diplomacy after talks with European powers. He later stated that the U.S. and Israel had &#8220;crossed a very big red line,&#8221; asserting Iran&#8217;s commitment to defend itself &#8220;by all means necessary.&#8221;
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lauded the U.S. strikes, stating that Trump&#8217;s decision to &#8220;target Iran&#8217;s nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history.&#8221;
Why It Matters: The escalating tensions between Iran and the US have the potential to destabilize the region further. 
The upcoming meeting between the Iranian Foreign Minister and Russian President Putin could be a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict. 
The outcome of this meeting could influence the future course of Iran&#8217;s nuclear program and its relations with the US and Israel. The international community will be watching closely as these events unfold.
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Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and her husband, venture capitalist Paul Pelosi, experienced a significant increase in their net worth in 2024.
What Happened: The Pelosis&#8217; net worth could now be as high as $413 million, up from a possible $370 million in 2023. The exact figure is unknown as lawmakers are only required to disclose ranges.
Market research firm&nbsp;Quiver Quantitative&nbsp;estimated the couple&#8217;s&nbsp;2024 worth at $257 million, a $26 million increase from the previous year. However, the value of their diverse ventures, including a Napa Valley winery&nbsp;and a stake in a&nbsp;Bay area Italian restaurant, could push Pelosi&#8217;s worth much higher.
As per the report <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/06/21/us-news/pelosi-added-millions-to-net-worth-last-year-report/">by</a> the New York Post, a substantial portion of their wealth comes from a significant stock portfolio and well-timed trades, primarily in Paul Pelosi&#8217;s name.
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Notably, the couple sold 5,000 shares of&nbsp;Microsoft Corp.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)&nbsp;worth an estimated $2.2 million&nbsp;shortly before the Federal Trade Commission&nbsp;announced an antitrust investigation into&nbsp;the tech giant.
Despite some setbacks, their investment portfolio yielded&nbsp;an estimated 54% return in&nbsp;2024, outperforming the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s 25% gain and surpassing&nbsp;every large hedge fund, according&nbsp;to Bloomberg&#8217;s end-of-year tally.
Why It Matters: The financial success of the Pelosi couple comes at a time when there are increasing calls to prohibit Congress members from trading individual stocks. Critics argue that&nbsp;lawmakers have access to market-moving&nbsp;information before the public. 
Pelosi has previously rejected these calls, but recently softened her stance. This change in attitude could potentially impact future trading activities of lawmakers, and possibly even their net worth.
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In an era of inflation shocks, shifting alliances, and economic volatility, one thing hasn't changed: central banks are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-gold-trading-strategies">doubling down on gold</a>. While investors may debate crypto, equities, or cash, the institutions managing national reserves are quietly — and consistently — boosting their gold holdings. And they're doing it in record amounts.
The latest Central Bank Gold Reserves <a href="https://www.gold.org/goldhub/research/central-bank-gold-reserves-survey-2025">survey</a> from the World Gold Council offers fresh insights into why this centuries-old asset remains so essential in modern reserve strategy. The message is clear: gold isn't just a relic — it's a key tool for navigating global uncertainty.
The takeaway? Confidence in gold is strong. Nearly all respondents (95%) believe global gold reserves will increase over the next year, and 43% say they personally plan to add more to their own reserves. None reported plans to decrease their holdings.
Why the continued interest? It comes down to a few key factors: gold tends to perform well during periods of crisis, it provides portfolio diversification, and it holds long-term value — something that matters when inflation or geopolitical risk are on the rise.
The survey also shows changing views around currency reserves. A majority (73%) of central banks think <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/us-dollar">the U.S. dollar</a>'s share of global reserves will shrink over the next five years, while assets like the euro, Chinese renminbi, and gold are expected to gain ground.
More central banks are also actively managing their gold, with 44% now doing so — up from 37% last year. Risk management and return optimization were cited as the top reasons. And while the Bank of England remains the most popular place to store gold, more banks are bringing their reserves closer to home — 59% now store at least some gold domestically.
Bottom line: in a world of uncertainty, gold remains a trusted asset for central banks — and their continued buying signals long-term confidence in its role as a stabilizer in turbulent times.
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Thousands of Afghan nationals residing in the United States may soon be deported as the Trump administration moves to revoke their temporary protected status, triggering widespread fear within <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the refugee community.</a>
The Guardian reports that the policy shift removes Afghanistan from the TPS list, a classification that previously shielded Afghans from deportation and allowed them to work legally in the U.S.
This reversal has placed many at immediate risk, even those who supported American forces during the 20-year war.
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Shir Agha Safi, who leads the non-profit Afghan Partners in Des Moines, Iowa, said community members are gripped by anxiety, drawing parallels with the recent deportations of Venezuelan migrants.
Safi said, &#8220;They would choose suicide over being tortured and killed by the Taliban,&#8221; the report adds.
The Department of Homeland Security, now under the leadership of Kristi Noem, has justified the change by claiming that Afghanistan&#8217;s security has improved.
A DHS statement cited a decrease in kidnappings and a rise in tourism as signs of stability.
However, critics point to the same report DHS references, which also highlights deteriorating civil conditions, suppression of legal systems, and widespread fear under Taliban rule.
The State Department continues to advise U.S. citizens against travel to Afghanistan, labeling it a high-risk zone due to threats of violence, terrorism, and arbitrary detentions, The Guardian adds.
Despite these warnings, DHS insists the country is safe enough to accept returning nationals.
Afghans initially gained TPS under the Biden administration in 2022 following the Taliban&#8217;s return to power.
Their status was already precarious before Trump&#8217;s re-election, but the new directive threatens to dismantle legal protections for thousands. Immigration advocates say the move could devastate families who have spent years integrating into American society.
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On Saturday night President Donald Trump declared successful strikes on three crucial Iranian nuclear sites, terming it a &#8216;spectacular military success&#8217;.
What Happened: The US military executed precision strikes on the Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities&nbsp;in Iran around midnight local&nbsp;time. 
&#8220;Our objective was the destruction&nbsp;of Iran&#8217;s nuclear enrichment capacity,&nbsp;and a stop to the&nbsp;nuclear threat posed by the&nbsp;world&#8217;s number one state sponsor&nbsp;of terror,&#8221; Trump said while <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/C7eSJ011Muc">addressing </a>the nation.
&#8220;A short time ago, the U.S. military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan,&#8221; Trump said. &#8220;Everybody heard those names for years as they built this horribly destructive enterprise. Our objective was the destruction of Iran&#8217;s nuclear enrichment capacity, and a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world&#8217;s number one state sponsor of terror. Tonight, I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success.&#8221;&nbsp;
&#8220;For 40 years, Iran has been saying, ‘Death to America. Death to Israel.' They have been killing our people, blowing off their arms, blowing off their legs with roadside bombs,&#8221; Trump added. &#8220;That was their specialty. We lost over a thousand people and hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of their hate in particular.&#8221;
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The President had previously announced last Thursday that he would decide&nbsp;on whether to strike Iran&nbsp;within a two-week period. 
Despite his calls for Iran to negotiate on its nuclear program, the country withdrew from scheduled talks with the US and declined to return to the negotiation table.
Trump announced the successful attacks via a Truth Social post on Saturday evening. The US reportedly used six bunker-buster bombs and&nbsp;30 tomahawk missiles launched from&nbsp;American submarines in the strikes.
Earlier, on June 12, Israel had ordered strikes on Iran as Israeli intelligence indicated that Iran&#8217;s nuclear program was advancing rapidly. The Israeli strikes, known as &#8220;Operation Rising Lion,&#8221;&nbsp;targeted Iran&#8217;s nuclear and missile&nbsp;infrastructure.
Why It Matters: The strikes come amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran over the latter&#8217;s nuclear program. The US has long accused Iran of pursuing nuclear weapons, a charge Iran denies. 
The successful strikes represent a significant escalation in the US&#8217;s efforts to curb Iran&#8217;s nuclear ambitions. The decision to strike follows Iran&#8217;s refusal to engage in talks about its nuclear program, further straining relations between the two countries.
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The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25%–4.50% for the sixth straight meeting, with Chair Jerome Powell signaling no near-term cuts despite <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/46011739/jerome-powell-led-fed-has-left-interest-rate-unchanged-what-does-it-mean-for-savings-mortgages-credit-cards-and-your-bank-account" rel="noreferrer noopener">mounting pressure from the White House.</a>
Meanwhile, global uncertainty ticked higher as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed the U.S. remains open to negotiations with Iran, even as President Donald Trump weighs potential military action—<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/46017426/trump-gives-iran-2-weeks-to-strike-a-deal-or-face-us-military-action" rel="noreferrer noopener">promising a decision "within the next two weeks."</a>
Amid these macro headlines, the consumer tech sector pressed on with notable developments.
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Earnings Results
Accenture (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $3.49 per share, topping&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/46024923/accenture-new-bookings-fall-in-q3-but-it-raises-profit-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener">the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of $3.31</a>.
Accenture announced a&nbsp;strategic overhaul of its growth model, effective September 1, 2025, with a sharpened focus on AI.
Technology
Nvidia&nbsp;Corporation&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)&nbsp;venture capital arm,&nbsp;NVentures, has joined a $650 million funding round for&nbsp;TerraPower, a nuclear energy company founded by&nbsp;Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)&nbsp;co-founder&nbsp;Bill Gates.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is reportedly looking to harness the power of generative artificial intelligence to accelerate the development of the&nbsp;custom chips that power&nbsp;its devices, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46010207/apple-hardware-executive-says-iphone-maker-plans-to-use-ai-for-speeding-up-custom-chip-design-high-potential-in-getting-more-design-work-in-less-time" rel="noreferrer noopener">according to senior executive&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46010207/apple-hardware-executive-says-iphone-maker-plans-to-use-ai-for-speeding-up-custom-chip-design-high-potential-in-getting-more-design-work-in-less-time" rel="noreferrer noopener">Johny Srouji</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46010207/apple-hardware-executive-says-iphone-maker-plans-to-use-ai-for-speeding-up-custom-chip-design-high-potential-in-getting-more-design-work-in-less-time" rel="noreferrer noopener">.</a>
Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>) announced a&nbsp;$60 billion plan&nbsp;to expand U.S.-based semiconductor manufacturing, marking what the company says is the largest investment in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45998624/texas-instruments-announces-60-billion-us-semiconductor-manufacturing-boost" rel="noreferrer noopener">foundational chip production in the nation's history.</a>
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>)&nbsp;cloud unit is set to launch its second data center in South Korea to capitalize <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46032308/alibaba-expands-ai-cloud-footprint-in-south-korea-with-new-data-hub-launching-in-june" rel="noreferrer noopener">on the generative AI frenzy.</a>
Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)&nbsp;is reportedly in discussions to hire&nbsp;Nat Friedman, former CEO of&nbsp;GitHub, to support <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46010604/mark-zuckerbergs-meta-reportedly-looking-to-hire-former-github-ceo-nat-friedman-and-investor-daniel-gross-as-part-of-aggressive-ai-expansion-strategy" rel="noreferrer noopener">its artificial intelligence efforts</a>.
The&nbsp;Trump Organization&nbsp;is&nbsp;entering the wireless industry&nbsp;with plans to launch a smartphone called the &#8220;T-1 Phone,&#8221; priced at $499 and promoted as being manufactured in the U.S.—a promise experts say may <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45990957/trump-mobile-plans-to-launch-499-t-1-phone-made-in-the-usa-but-expert-says-you-dont-have-the-employees-that-can-do-it" rel="noreferrer noopener">not hold up under scrutiny.</a>
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Softbank Group Corp (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFTBY#OTC">SFTBY</a>)&nbsp;founder&nbsp;Masayoshi Son is spearheading an alliance with&nbsp;Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), proposing a $1 trillion industrial complex in Arizona.
OpenAI chief executive&nbsp;Sam Altman says he &#8220;didn&#8217;t think Elon was going to abuse his power in the government to unfairly compete&#8221; but now believes he was wrong after Tesla&#8217;s founder allegedly tried to derail OpenAI&#8217;s $500 billion <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46023822/sam-altman-says-he-didnt-think-elon-musk-would-abuse-government-power-tesla-ceo-hits-back-with-scam-altman-jibe" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8220;Stargate&#8221; data-center deal.</a>
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Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)&nbsp;is reportedly working on a 6-seater <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46020870/elon-musks-tesla-to-expand-model-y-lineup-with-new-6-seater-version-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">variant of the Model Y crossover SUV.</a>
Tesla will shut down production at the Texas Gigafactory, which manufactures the Cybertruck and the Model Y, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45989148/tesla-will-shut-down-production-at-the-texas-gigafactory-over-the-4th-of-july-weekend" rel="noreferrer noopener">over the Independence Day weekend.</a>
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) has recalled more than 197,000 vehicles in the latest recall over an issue affecting the backseat occupants, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46012477/ford-recalls-over-197000-vehicles-for-backseat-issue-that-could-trap-occupants-in-emergency-situations" rel="noreferrer noopener">where they may remain locked inside the vehicle.</a>
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Each week, Benzinga's Stock Whisper Index uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.
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SS&amp;C Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNC#NASDAQ">SSNC</a>): The software and solutions for hedge fund and private equity companies saw increased interest from investors with minimal news on the week. The company recently announced it <a href="https://investor.ssctech.com/news-and-events/news-details/2025/SSC-to-Power-Wesleyans-New-Digital-First-Wealth-Platform/default.aspx">partnered </a>with Wesleyan Assurance Society for the mutual fund company's digital-first wealth management platform. SS&amp;C Technologies has beaten analyst estimate for both revenue and earnings per share in six straight quarters and could be one of the stocks most investors haven't heard of. Shares are up 5.3% year-to-date in 2025 with a slight drop during the last trading week.
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Roblox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>): Don't look now, but shares of gaming company Roblox are trading where they were back in late 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company is likely being helped by surprise hit minigame "Grow a Garden," which Roblox users can play. The game is seeing high concurrent user figures for people playing Roblox and also helping increase monetization on the platform. Hit games on Roblox have a tendency to help boost quarterly results with higher in-game spending coming from new and old users. Roblox has also seen a handful of analyst ratings with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RBLX/analyst-ratings">higher price targets </a>including Oppenheimer taking the price target from $80 to $125 and Wedbush taking the price target from $91 to $110. The gaming company<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45859607/roblox-hires-paramounts-cfo-will-naveen-chopra-fuel-the-platforms-next-big-leap"> also announced new </a>Chief Financial Officer Naveen Chopra, who comes with years of experience at Paramount Global. Chopra also previously oversaw Amazon.com's Devices and Services division, helping power growth of items like the Kindle, Alexa and Fire TV. Roblox was also recently announced <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/gaming/25/06/45850712/microsoft-vs-nintendo-handheld-gaming-console-includes-nvidia-vs-amd-battle-which-one-will-come-out-on-top">as a partner</a> for the new Microsoft handheld video game console, which will mark the first time the game can be played natively and be optimized for handhelds. Roblox stock is up 74% year-to-date in 2025 with shares up 9% for the week.
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Millicom International Cellular (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIGO#NASDAQ">TIGO</a>): The Latin American telecommunications company saw increased interest from readers during the week, which could be related to the closing of an acquisition. Millicom recently <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/06/13/3099331/0/en/Millicom-Tigo-Strengthens-South-American-Leadership-with-USD-380-Million-Acquisition-of-Telef%C3%B3nica-Ecuador.html">closed </a>the acquisition of Telefónica's telecommunications operations in Ecuador. The deal valued at $380 million will help strengthen Millicom's presence in the company and continued expansion in South America. The company highlighted favorable demographics for Ecuador that could see increased consumer spending and mobile growth. Millicom servs over 46 million customers in its regions. Shares of the company were down on a Scotiabank analyst downgrade during the week, but the stock remains up 43% year-to-date in 2025.
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Carlisle Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSL#NYSE">CSL</a>): The building materials company saw strong interest from readers on no new news. The company is a leading manufacturer and supplier of roofing products for the commercial building sector. Products include roofing products, insulation and weatherproofing with the company completing many acquisitions in recent years. Carlisle has paid out consecutive and increasing dividends since 1976 and the company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in eight of the last 10 years. The stock is down 15% year-to-date in 2025 and could be one to watch with the consistent earnings per share beats, dividend increases and interest from readers.
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Vistra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>): The power producer continues to see shares trade higher hitting new all-time highs during the week with shares up 24% year-to-date in 2025 with an already impressive gain during the 2024 year. Readers continued to show strong interest in the stock, which could be related to President Donald Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/mid-cap/25/05/45587750/uranium-stocks-surge-trumps-nuclear-push-sparks-double-digit-gains">comments on nuclear energy </a>and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45816468/ai-data-centers-are-eating-electricity-and-these-3-energy-stocks-could-be-the-biggest-winners-says-analyst">increased demand</a> likely needed for AI companies. Morgan Stanley <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VST/analyst-ratings">maintained an Overweight rating</a> on the stock and increased the price target from $176 to $186, while UBS maintained a Buy rating on the stock and increased the price target from $160 to $207.
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The past week in the world of finance and technology was nothing short of exciting. From the backing of a crypto-friendly startup bank by big names in tech to the stunning surge of Circle&#8217;s stock, there was no shortage of intriguing developments.
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Anduril And Palantir Founders Back Crypto-Friendly Startup Bank
Palmer Luckey, founder of defense technology startup&nbsp;Anduril Industries, and&nbsp;Joe Lonsdale, co-founder of&nbsp;Palantir Technologies, have reportedly invested in a cryptocurrency-friendly banking startup. The startup aims to provide stability to Silicon Valley and assist tech entrepreneurs in growing their businesses.
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Pakistan has announced plans to nominate President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in easing tensions between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan.
The proposal follows Trump&#8217;s unexpected declaration of a ceasefire in May, which came during a four-day standoff between the two South Asian rivals, <a href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/21/pakistan-to-nominate-genuine-peacemaker-trump-for-nobel-peace-prize" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> Al Jazeera.
His intervention, Islamabad claims, helped de-escalate a situation that risked spiraling into war.
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Islamabad praised Trump&#8217;s diplomatic approach, hailing his &#8220;strategic foresight&#8221; in engaging both capitals during the crisis.
According to a <a href="https://x.com/GovtofPakistan/status/1936159807326900577" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">statement </a>on X, the Pakistani government described Trump as a &#8220;genuine peacemaker&#8221; whose dialogue-driven strategy demonstrated a commitment to global stability.
However, India has challenged that narrative, maintaining that the ceasefire was a direct result of mutual military agreement and not foreign mediation.
New Delhi reaffirmed its position that it does not and will never accept third-party involvement in its disputes with Pakistan.
While Trump has frequently claimed he prevented a nuclear war and saved countless lives, his remarks have often been accompanied by frustration over what he sees as a lack of recognition, the report reads.
In a recent social media <a target="_blank" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114717932061341718" rel="noreferrer noopener">post</a>, he listed several conflicts he said he resolved, including the Abraham Accords and Indo-Pak tensions, quipping that &#8220;I won&#8217;t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do.&#8221;
The Nobel talk arrives as Pakistan&#8217;s top military officer, Field Marshal Asim Munir, dined with Trump at the White House—an unusual invitation while Pakistan&#8217;s civilian government remains in office.
Aljazeera adds that analysts believe the move may be aimed at currying favor with Trump, who remains a significant figure in global politics, especially as speculation swirls around his foreign policy intentions should he return to office.
Still, the nomination has sparked backlash within Pakistan.
Prominent journalist Talat Hussain criticized the move, pointing to Trump&#8217;s outspoken support of Israeli military actions in Gaza and aggressive rhetoric on Iran. &#8220;Israel&#8217;s sugar daddy in Gaza… isn&#8217;t a candidate for any prize,&#8221; Hussain wrote on X.
While some observers frame the nomination as shrewd realpolitik, others see it as pandering to Trump&#8217;s ego—a diplomatic gamble with mixed domestic reception.
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