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Xponential Fitness Inc is a curator of boutique fitness brands. Its diversified portfolio of brands includes Club Pilates, a Pilates brand in the United States; CycleBar, an indoor cycling brand in the United States; StretchLab, a concept offering one-on-one and group stretching services; Row House, a high-energy, low-impact indoor rowing workout; AKT, a dance-based cardio workout combining toning, interval and circuit training; YogaSix a franchised yoga brand; Pure Barre, a total body workout that uses the ballet barre to perform small isometric movements; Stride, a treadmill-based cardio and strength training concept; Rumble, a boxing-inspired full-body workout; and BFT, a functional training and strength-based program. Its key revenue source is franchise income.

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Some millionaires show off their wealth, but most of them live ordinary lives. They have practiced frugality and smart money habits for so long that their wealth has compounded to the seven-figure milestone.
A 40-year-old couple recently crossed the $1 million milestone despite looking like ordinary people, and they shared the details on Reddit. They don't drive luxury cars, live in a mansion, or do anything that you would expect from the stereotypical millionaire. After mentioning their financials, the couple shared <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DaveRamsey/comments/1l4r9vf/40_year_old_bs_millionaire/">how they reached the milestone</a> and what others can do to achieve the same feat.&nbsp;
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"We are by far one of the smallest homes on our street," the wife explained.
There's a lot to unpack in that statement and some of the other insights from the post.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Get Out Of Debt First</h2>
It's possible to build wealth once you get out of debt. The wife explains that she went into the marriage without any debt, and they worked together to pay off the husband's car and student loans after their first year of marriage.&nbsp;
Getting rid of debt allows you to focus on building wealth without worrying about interest accumulation. While some debt is good, such as a mortgage with a record-low interest rate, it's important to get rid of bad debt that isn't tied to assets, especially credit card debt.
The couple prioritized getting out of debt right away. This objective forces you to review your finances, get rid of unnecessary expenses, and look for ways to make additional income.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Save And Invest Regularly</h2>
The couple didn't stop once they became debt-free. The wife explained that they aggressively saved and invested their money after the husband was debt-free. They have been married for 13 years, so they have been diligently saving and investing for 12 years.&nbsp;
Assuming they invested in stocks, the couple got to enjoy more than a decade of compounding growth. They even set up their 7-year-old son for college with a 529 savings plan.&nbsp;
The couple didn't go deep into credit card debt or invite bad money habits into their lives after getting out of debt. Some people get out of debt and then go right back into debt. Building financial discipline and recognizing the effort it takes to become debt-free can ensure that you don't end up falling into debt again.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Live Below Your Means</h2>
Living below your means is a common strategy that can help you have a $1 million net worth earlier than your peers. The 40-year-old couple encouraged people to avoid lifestyle creep, but they went into detail about the measures they took to live within their means.
They have modest cars. One of them is a 2018 model, and the other car is a 2021 model. Both were used cars that the couple paid for with cash. Getting the latest car, taking out a lease, or buying luxury cars will add more expenses to your budget and limit your ability to grow wealth.
The couple also lives in a 1,800 square foot home that they say is one of the smallest homes on their street. They could afford a larger home, but opting for a smaller property reduces the monthly mortgage payments and other housing costs.&nbsp;
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A 40-Year-Old Couple With $1 Million Explains How They Reached The Milestone: 'We Are By Far One Of The Smallest Homes On Our Street'

A social media account that tracks pizza shop activity near the Pentagon reportedly forecast Israel&#8217;s military strikes against Iran.
What Happened: The Pentagon Pizza Report, a social media account that keeps tabs on&nbsp;real-time foot traffic at pizza&nbsp;shops in the vicinity of the Pentagon, suggested that officials were working late hours at the government building, potentially hinting at an impending conflict. 
The account reported increased activity at four local pizza outlets hours before Israel launched Operation Rising Lion.
The report states that the strikes occurred late Thursday evening. The account kept posting updates about the nearest and second-nearest Domino&#8217;s to the Pentagon before and after the airstrikes.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">With about an hour left before close, the 2nd closest Dominos to the Pentagon (about 8 min drive) is experiencing EXTREMELY high levels of traffic compared to a normal Thursday at about 11:00pm ET. <a href="https://t.co/TnItUDysyq">pic.twitter.com/TnItUDysyq</a>
&mdash; Pentagon Pizza Report (@PenPizzaReport) <a href="https://twitter.com/PenPizzaReport/status/1933359798122119612?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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A post at 8:57 p.m.&nbsp;reported a spike in traffic at one of the outlets.
Not just Domino&#8217;s, the account also monitored activity at&nbsp;Freddie&#8217;s Beach Bar and District&nbsp;Pizza Palace in the area.&nbsp;It reported&nbsp;&#8220;high levels of traffic&#8221; compared&nbsp;to a typical Thursday.&nbsp;The Pentagon Pizza Report has&nbsp;a following of over 50,000 and its posts garner nearly millions of views.
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Post the event, the account shifted its focus to pizza shops near the White House, informing followers about another significant increase in activity at the closest Domino&#8217;s.
Why It Matters: This unusual method of predicting significant international events highlights the potential of unconventional data sources in forecasting geopolitical events. 
The Pentagon Pizza Report, through its tracking of pizza shop activity, was able to anticipate a major military operation hours before it was initiated. This incident underscores the importance of diverse data points in understanding and predicting global events. 
The account&#8217;s large following and the millions of views its posts attract also indicate the public&#8217;s interest in such unconventional sources of information.
While this method may not replace traditional intelligence gathering, it certainly adds a new dimension to the field. 
The Pentagon Pizza Report&#8217;s success in predicting &#8220;Operation Rising Lion&#8221; could inspire similar initiatives that leverage unconventional data sources to predict major events.
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Intel Clues Hidden in Pizza Orders? Pentagon Orders Surged Just Before Israel Hit Iran

As gold teases all-time highs, peaking at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/guidance/25/06/45928561/gold-biggest-boom-in-decades-and-investors-are-still-missing-out">$3,446 an ounce on Friday</a> and logging its best half-year rise in more than 40 year, investors are scrambling into ETFs to join the party. Yet as several gold ETFs have tracked the metal&#8217;s rocket-like run, a more fundamental question is rising to the surface: Are these ETFs designed for the type of crisis driving gold&#8217;s rise?
That is, can your gold ETF really save you when it counts?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">When Safe-Haven Investing Gets Technical</h2>
Gold&#8217;s rally this year has been fueled by a powerful combination of Middle East tensions, U.S. fiscal instability, and weakening dollar. But in the midst of all the macro upheaval, investors in ETFs might be overlooking an important nuance: the structural strength of their gold holdings.
On the surface, highly traded ETFs such as the SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), iShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>), abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGOL#NYSE">SGOL</a>), and SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLDM#NYSE">GLDM</a>) appear to be identical. They all aim to track the price of gold, have low expense ratios, and are traded with lots of liquidity. However, beneath the surface, the distinctions might prove fatal in an actual crisis situation.
Consider storage, for instance. GLD holds much of its gold in the <a href="https://www.spdrgoldshares.com/media/GLD/file/GLD-8K-Nov30-2022.pdf?">vaults </a>of HSBC in London, subject to UK law. SGOL <a href="https://www.onegold.com/etfs/sgol?">holds </a>its bullion in Zurich and London, and IAU has <a href="https://www.ishares.com/us/literature/prospectus/p-ishares-gold-trust-prospectus-12-31.pdf?">vaults </a>in New York, Toronto, and London. During times of peace, this is a small asterisk. During wartime, or during sanctions, sovereign freezes, or bank disruptions, geography of the vault can be the weak spot or secret advantage of an ETF.
Also, not all ETFs have the same redemption rights. GLD permits large institutions to trade shares for real bullion, but individual investors can&#8217;t. SGOL has more transparency in auditing and bar listings, and while GLDM is less expensive, it&#8217;s less accommodating in redemption and verification.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Liquidity Vs. Ownership</h2>
And then there&#8217;s the derivative problem. Certain &#8220;gold&#8221; ETFs don&#8217;t own any physical gold at all, opting for futures or swap contracts instead, subjecting investors to counterparty risk, particularly in times of market stress. Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBP#NYSE">DBP</a>) and ProShares Ultra Gold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UGL#NYSE">UGL</a>) are examples of such speculative funds, constructed more for short-term tactical use than long-term crisis protection.
To investors leveraging gold as a hedge against monetary breakdown, this makes all the difference. A futures-backed gold ETF can track price beautifully, until liquidity evaporates or the roll cost is unsustainable.
Global central banks are voting with their vaults. They've bought over 1,000 tonnes of gold in the last year, according to the World Gold Council, cited in a Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-03/gold-market-s-record-breaking-rally-powered-by-central-bank-buying?sref=TBDibEcD">report</a>, and now hold bullion equivalent to 18% of outstanding U.S. public debt—up from 13% a decade ago.
That&#8217;s had a long shadow over Treasuries and the dollar, and might drive more institutional money into physical gold exposure. If it does, ETFs that stockpile actual bullion, not promises to deliver bullion, might be the next best thing.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Know Your Gold</h2>
As gold charges toward $3,500, and possibly even $4,000 by mid-2026, according to Goldman <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/commodities/gold-prices-today-down-two-factors-may-hold-it-up-19605598.htm">projections</a>, ETF investors need to peer past the shiny charts.
Price is only part of the equation. In a time of geopolitical uncertainty, structural transparency, redemption rights, and vault geography may be what distinguishes gold ETFs that glitter from those that merely shine.
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<th>ETF</th>
<th>Structure</th>
<th>Storage Location</th>
<th>Redeemable for Gold?</th>
<th>Expense Ratio</th>
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<th>GLD</th>
<th>Physical</th>
<th>HSBC vault, London (U.K.); New York (U.S.A.); Zurich (Switzerland)</th>
<th>Yes (institutions only)</th>
<th>0.40%</th>
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<th>IAU</th>
<th>Physical</th>
<th>New York (U.S.A.), Toronto (Canada), Zurich (Switzerland) vaults</th>
<th>Yes (institutions)</th>
<th>0.25%</th>
</tr>
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<th>SGOL</th>
<th>Physical</th>
<th>Zurich (Switzerland), London (U.K.)</th>
<th>Yes</th>
<th>0.17%</th>
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<th>GLDM</th>
<th>Physical</th>
<th>London (U.K.) —smaller bars</th>
<th>Limited</th>
<th>0.10%</th>
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<th>UGL</th>
<th>Derivatives</th>
<th>N/A (futures-based)</th>
<th>No</th>
<th>0.95%</th>
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In a move that has sparked bipartisan criticism, President Donald Trump has proposed a 51% reduction in the budget of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The proposal, staunchly defended by HUD Secretary Scott Turner, is being scrutinized for its potential implications for millions of Americans.
What Happened: According to a report, Turner justified the proposed $45 billion cut to HUD&#8217;s funding before the House subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development this week. The budget cut forms a part of Trump&#8217;s strategy to eliminate $163 billion in federal spending.
Turner was grilled by both Democrats and Republicans about the agency&#8217;s plans to continue serving&nbsp;older, disabled, and low-income Americans,&nbsp;as well as those recovering from disasters or experiencing homelessness. 
Turner clarified,&nbsp;&#8220;The goal here is not&nbsp;to serve less Americans. The&nbsp;goal here is to serve&nbsp;Americans better.&#8221;
Rep. David Joyce (R-Ohio) questioned the agency&#8217;s ability to assist disaster victims if it slashes funding for the Community Development Block Grant — Disaster Recovery program. Turner assured Joyce that HUD &#8220;will not allow disaster recovery and those that need assistance in disaster recovery to be lost on us.&#8221;
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Democratic lawmakers voiced their apprehensions about the proposed cuts to homelessness services, including the elimination of the Housing for Persons with AIDS program, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-wants-slash-housing-funds-in-half-even-republicans-questioning-2025-6">reports</a> Insider. Turner countered that the agency isn&#8217;t merely cutting funding but is &#8220;going to be more effective and more efficient.&#8221;
Despite the president&#8217;s budget proposal, the final decision on the federal budget rests with Congress.&nbsp;Government funding is set to&nbsp;expire in September.
Why It Matters: The proposed budget cut to HUD is a significant part of Trump&#8217;s broader plan to reduce federal spending. 
However, the bipartisan concern it has raised underscores the potential impact on vulnerable sections of the American population. The final decision will be crucial in determining the future of housing and urban development in the country.
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Trump's Plan To Cut HUD Budget by Half Faces Bipartisan Criticism on Capitol Hill

Real estate has been touted as a valuable asset for building long-term wealth, but small business expert Codie Sanchez <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@realcodiesanchez/video/7514800857137925419?lang=en">shot down the asset class as overrated</a>.&nbsp;
She explained that you shouldn't have to invest $400,000 to earn $400 in monthly cash flow until you pay off the mortgage. Sure, you can make the argument that landlords can raise rent to increase cash flow, but expenses also go up. Furthermore, many parts of the U.S. are experiencing sluggish rent growth rates, which isn't good for new real estate investors.
"Does that sound like a good trade to you?" Sanchez asked her audience.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Real Estate Is High-Risk For Low Cash Flow</h2>
After asking people if they like the idea of taking $400,000 worth of risk for $400 in monthly cash flow, she calls real estate a high-risk asset that produces low cash flow.&nbsp;
Sanchez recommends that people buy small businesses instead to boost their ROI with the same capital. She mentions that it's possible to earn $4,800 per month with a $400,000 investment once you set up the business and capitalize on growth opportunities.
The potential cash flow is higher for private equity than real estate if you know what you're doing. Sanchez has expertise in this field and regularly shares her insights with her audience.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sweat Equity Has A Low Ceiling With Real Estate</h2>
Sweat equity refers to putting in additional effort to increase an asset's value. For instance, you can make upgrades to a property to enhance its value. It's a key distinction between real estate and stocks since there is no way to apply sweat equity to a publicly traded corporation that you don't work for.
However, Sanchez explained that the sweat equity for private equity is much higher than real estate. While sweat equity in real estate can boost your returns by 10% to 20%, Sanchez asserts that some small business owners can double, triple, or even quintuple their returns if they apply sweat equity.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Real Estate Investing Has Been Normalized</h2>
Investors can accumulate a wide range of assets, but most of the focus revolves around stocks and real estate. Buying publicly traded corporations is easy, and you'll see real estate in any neighborhood. One asset is easily accessible, while you can see clear reminders of the other asset's value everywhere you go.
There are also a lot more financial experts who talk about stock and real estate investing than there are people like Sanchez who discuss buying small businesses. Part of the reason may be that buying a small business is more difficult in the beginning. You have to know how to grow and manage a business before you can get the type of ROI Sanchez mentions in her presentation.
However, the relative lack of awareness around buying small businesses creates an opportunity for investors in the industry. Fewer investors help people buy small businesses for lower prices. There isn't as much demand that can push prices higher, such as multiple bidders targeting the same company.&nbsp;
Although stocks and real estate remain the most popular assets, venturing outside of these popular routes can lead to much higher returns.
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Codie Sanchez Explains The Pitfalls Of Real Estate And How You Can Grow Your Money Faster: 'Does That Sound Like A Good Trade To You?'

Financial personality Ramit Sethi regularly talks about money. He normally offers budgeting strategies, advice on how to build wealth, and other insights. However, he took a different path in a recent TikTok video and explained why it's so important to monitor <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ramit.sethi/video/7513182477784010014?lang=en">how you think about money</a>.
"The way we talk about money is so peculiar," Sethi observed.
He proceeded to share some examples of how people talk about money and how to think of money in a more healthy way.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Having A Bad Week</h2>
Sethi mentioned that some people will say they had a bad week if they spent too much money. He also proceeded to mention the "I have to get good with money" example, which is code for needing to save money to buy a single-family suburban house.
These assertions don't tell the entire story. He said it's okay to spend money if you know your numbers and determine you have room in your budget to make those expenses. Most of the language revolves around having to get better or making mistakes, but there aren&#8217;t as many healthy conversations about money.
For instance, many people claim that money is the root of all evil. This message comes from the Bible, but it's been misinterpreted by the people who pedal it. The love of money is the root of all evil, but if you don't put money on the altar, it's not evil. Instead, having more money gives you more choices and opportunities in your life.&nbsp;
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Sethi encourages people to pay attention to their thoughts and what they say when talking about money. It can reveal how you feel about money, your ability to get more of it, and what changes you may have to make.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Know Your Numbers</h2>
Sethi gives this advice a lot, but it's hard to blame him. Reviewing your income, monthly investments, and expenses can help you determine if you are on the right track to your long-term financial goals.
If you don't review your bank account and credit card statements, it's easier to feel lost when it comes to money. Your language may reflect that if you simply say that you had a bad week or have to get better.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Determine What Actions You Have To Take</h2>
It's great that you want to get better, but tracking the numbers allows you to quantify what "better" actually means.
Sethi mentions that improving your finances may mean investing 10% to 12% of each paycheck. That way, you can spend money knowing that you have already put some of each paycheck aside for your long-term wealth. Of course, you can boost this number if you want to reach your financial goals sooner. Each person has a different amount they can invest each month, but knowing your numbers is vital for your money goals.
You don't have to stay on top of your brokerage account to make regular contributions. Sethi suggests setting up automatic portfolio contributions so you never have to worry about it. Automatic transfers into your brokerage account can deduct 10% to 12% of your paycheck before you even have the opportunity to spend it.&nbsp;
Setting aside money for your investments is one step to building wealth. Paying attention to how you speak and think about money can help you determine the next actions you should take.
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Ramit Sethi Explains How Our Thoughts And Words About Money Influence Our Wealth: 'The Way We Talk About Money Is So Peculiar'

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said Saturday morning that a Democratic state legislator and her husband were killed, and another lawmaker and his wife injured, in separate &#8220;targeted shootings&#8221; at their homes.
What Happened: According to a <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/targeted-shootings-minnesota-rcna212831">report</a> by NBC News, state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were shot and wounded. The suspect involved in the shootings is still at large. Both lawmakers were members of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party.
Authorities have suggested that the shooter may have been impersonating law enforcement and visited the lawmakers&#8217; homes, which are approximately eight miles apart in suburbs north of Minneapolis.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) referred to the shootings as "a stunning act of violence" in a social media post. She expressed gratitude for the law enforcement&#8217;s real-time response and offered prayers for the Hortman and Hoffman families.
Earlier on Saturday, Walz stated that he had been&nbsp;briefed about the "targeted shootings,"&nbsp;and that&nbsp;the Minnesota Department of Public&nbsp;Safety and local law enforcement&nbsp;were on the scene. The&nbsp;Brooklyn Park Police Department issued&nbsp;a shelter-in-place alert for an&nbsp;area surrounding the Edinburgh Golf&nbsp;Course Saturday morning in its&nbsp;search for the suspect.

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Ballers, a U.S.-based startup creating upscale indoor sports and entertainment venues, has raised $20 million in a Series A round from venture firms and a star-studded roster of professional athletes. Investors include tennis legends Andre Agassi, Kim Clijsters, and Sloane Stephens, alongside NBA star Tyrese Maxey and retired NFL safety Malcolm Jenkins,<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/timcasey/2025/06/09/andre-agassi-sloane-stephens-and-other-athletes-invest-in-ballers-sports-facilities-startup/"> Forbes</a> reports.
The company's first 55,000-square-foot facility will open in Philadelphia next month at Battery, a mixed-use development built on the site of a former power plant in the city's Fishtown neighborhood. According to Forbes, the facility will include six <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44447928/microsoft-co-founder-bill-gates-calls-pickleball-a-funny-american-gamebut-hes-been-obsessed-with-it-for-50-years-and-wants-you-to-try-it-too">pickleball</a> courts, three padel courts, two squash courts, four golf simulators, a turf field, and a putting green with sand bunkers.
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Guests will also enjoy a full-service restaurant and two bars. Forbes says that the concept is designed for urban professionals, competitive players, and casual athletes seeking elevated recreation.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Founders with Deep Roots in Finance and Real Estate</h2>
Ballers was co-founded by Daniel Bassichis of Vero Capital and David Gutstadt of Good City Studio, two former <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45574763/goldman-sachs-defense-stock-golden-dome">Goldman Sachs</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) colleagues. According to Forbes, their vision connects hospitality, athleticism, and socialization to reflect a broader cultural trend toward lifestyle-driven venues.
Bassichis has worked with athletes since 2008 when he partnered with NBA Hall of Famer David Robinson to launch Admiral Capital Group, which later became Vero Capital. His experience helped draw athlete investors including FC Dallas goalkeeper Maarten Paes, Arizona Cardinals lineman Beachum, and Professional Pickleball Association standout Connor Garnett, Forbes says.
Sharp Alpha and RHC Group led the round, offering both capital and strategic backing to help Ballers expand into key U.S. markets. According to Forbes, the funding follows a $7 million raise that supported the construction of the Philadelphia venue.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ballers is Positioned to Lead in Pickleball, Padel, and ‘Sportainment'</h2>
Forbes says that some of Ballers' athlete-investors are taking an active role in shaping the brand's community presence. According to Bassichis, several players are blending philanthropy, lifestyle, and visibility with their capital commitments. "They're not just passive investors. They want to get involved. They want to help. They want to promote it," Bassichis said. "They want to weave in philanthropy and community into the investments."
Maxey is set to host an event at the Philadelphia venue to support low-income families and other personal causes. Stephens will host foundation-related events and plans to sell her own beauty care line through Ballers, and Garnett will lead clinics at various future club locations, according to Forbes. Beachum, also an art collector, intends to use Ballers as a platform to display curated pieces from his collection.&nbsp;
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In addition to athlete-led initiatives, Ballers plans to monetize access through a hybrid model. Memberships will be available for those looking to use high-end gym facilities, locker rooms, and other exclusive perks. At the same time, Forbes says that the clubs will remain accessible to the public for individual court bookings, dining, and private event rentals, creating a flexible ecosystem that appeals to both casual guests and serious athletes.
Ballers plans to open a second location in Boston's Seaport District in August, with Miami and Los Angeles venues scheduled by the middle of next year. Each site will replicate the flagship format, positioning the company firmly in the emerging ‘sportainment' category, Forbes reports.
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In a grand show of celebration, President Donald Trump is preparing to mark his 79th birthday with a massive military parade in Washington D.C., an event anticipated to draw as many as 200,000 attendees.
The parade serves a dual purpose: it&#8217;s a birthday celebration for President Trump and a formal tribute to the U.S. Army. The event is timed to coincide with Trump&#8217;s birthday and the Father&#8217;s Day weekend.
The parade, which could set the federal government back by up to $45 million, is likely to attract both supporters and critics of the Trump administration. Nationwide &#8220;No Kings&#8221; Day protests are being organized by critics, who are expecting millions to voice their disapproval of Trump&#8217;s extensive use of executive authority.
The birthday parade follows a week of intense scrutiny for the president, who recently deployed&nbsp;the National Guard and marines&nbsp;to Los Angeles in response to protests. 
This decision was met with criticism from California Gov.&nbsp;Gavin Newsom&nbsp;and other national Democrats, who labeled it as authoritarian.
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Despite the controversy and potential thunderstorms, Trump&#8217;s birthday parade has been a long time coming. The president has expressed his wish to display America&#8217;s military might since before his first inauguration, inspired by the Bastille Day celebration in Paris.
The event, put together by America250, will host&nbsp;veterans, active-duty troops, wounded warriors, and Gold Star Families, along with&nbsp;members of the general public.&nbsp;
The display will include up to 120 military vehicles, such as&nbsp;Abrams tanks, Bradley Infantry Fighting&nbsp;Vehicles, and military helicopters.
The parade, despite its celebratory intent, comes at a time of heightened tension and controversy surrounding the Trump administration. 
The president&#8217;s decision to deploy military forces in response to protests in Los Angeles has sparked nationwide criticism, with many viewing it as an overreach of executive authority. The &#8220;No Kings&#8221; Day protests planned in response to the parade further underscore the division and discord that currently characterizes the political landscape. 
As such, the parade serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing debates about the balance of power in the U.S. government.
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Doing the wrong things with your money can ruin relationships, hurt your investments, and move you further away from your long-term financial goals. That's why financial guru Humphrey Yang recently shared three things you shouldn't do with your money.&nbsp;
Following his advice can help you <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@humphreytalks/video/7514024088457841950?lang=en">avoid a lot of heartache</a>. Getting rid of bad thoughts, habits, and actions will then free up more space to practice good money habits.
"It can get really messy," Yang stated if you do the wrong things with your money.
These are the three things Yang mentions in a recent TikTok.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lending Money To Your Friends And Family</h2>
Yang was quick to mention that you should avoid lending money to your friends and family. He makes this point clear within the first five seconds of the video and explains that lending money to friends and family can create unnecessary awkwardness and drama.
Imagine giving $10,000 to a family member who promises to pay it back but then they don't follow up on paying it back. It's going to make the relationship feel uncomfortable, especially if a friend or family member gives you a hard time when you ask for your money.
You can set a hard line and not lend a dollar to anyone. However, if you still want to give some money, you can give a much smaller amount as a gift. For instance, if a friend or family member asks for $10,000, you can give them $100 on the condition that they never ask you for money again. It may be better to set a hard stance and not give anyone any money right from the start, but each person is different.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Saving Money At A Big Bank That Pays Little To No Interest</h2>
Having some money in the bank is good in case a random expense comes up. Then, you won't have to sell your stocks and other assets to cover an emergency.&nbsp;
However, the bank account you use plays a big role in how much interest you earn. Many big banks rely on their branding and long history to attract customers. However, many of these same financial institutions have checking and savings accounts with low or no interest.&nbsp;
If you explore your options and consider online banking, it's easier to find high-yield savings accounts that offer up to 4% APY. If you save $10,000 at 4% APY, you will earn $400 during that year. However, big banks usually have much lower rates, meaning you'll receive far less than $400 with the same $10,000 balance.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Buying Rapidly Depreciating Assets</h2>
Yang also threw cold water on buying rapidly depreciating assets. He put cars and designer items in the spotlight as assets that quickly lose value.&nbsp;
Yang mentions that new cars lose 20% of their value the moment you drive them out of the dealership. Instead of getting a new car, you can save money with a used car that can still drive you from place to place. A car is one of the biggest expenses for most people, right behind housing. Looking in the used car market can save you well over $10,000 if you do your research.
He wraps up by encouraging people to avoid making purchases just for the sake of showing off. Designer bags fit this category, and while the bag may look nice, you can get a similar bag for a much lower price. Then, you can put the money you saved into the stock market and embark on the path toward long-term wealth.
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Jasper Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JSPR#NASDAQ">JSPR</a>) is presenting data from the 180mg cohort of the Company's SPOTLIGHT Phase 1b/2a study of subcutaneous briquilimab in adult participants with CIndU at the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) Annual Congress. Briquilimab (subcutaneous) administration resulted in deep disease control at 180mg, with 12 of 12 participants (100%) enrolled in the cohort achieving a clinical response within the 8-week preliminary analysis period. The efficacy observed was rapid and durable, with 8 of 12 participants (66%) achieving clinical response by week 2, and 7 of 12 participants (58%) maintaining clinical response through week 8. Briquilimab continued to be well tolerated in the study, with no serious adverse events (SAEs) and no grade 3 or higher adverse events (AEs) reported in the 180mg cohort.

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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/06/45870128/meta-platforms-enters-its-most-bullish-month-a-return-to-record-highs-in-sight">Meta</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) is reportedly preparing to invest more than $10 billion in Scale AI, a startup providing high-quality labeled data to companies building next-generation <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45533284/the-models-are-getting-better-but-theyre-also-more-likely-to-be-good-at-bad-stuff-tech-experts-sound-the-alarm-as-ai-charges-on">AI</a> models, including OpenAI and Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>). If finalized, the deal would rank among the largest private funding rounds in tech history,<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-08/meta-s-billion-dollar-bet-cements-scale-ai-s-role-as-backbone-of-ai-market"> Bloomberg</a> reports.
San Francisco-based, Scale AI plays a pivotal role in the artificial intelligence supply chain by powering data pipelines used to train large language models like ChatGPT and Meta's Llama. According to<a href="https://www.investors.com/news/technology/meta-stock-scale-ai-generative-ai-2025-zuckerberg/"> Investor&#8217;s Business Daily</a>, Meta's potential investment builds on its prior participation in Scale's $1 billion Series F round in 2024, which valued the firm at $18 billion.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Strategic Play To Secure AI's Most Valuable Resource</h2>
While chips and talent dominate most AI headlines, data remains the less-publicized pillar essential to building models that mimic human reasoning, Bloomberg says. Scale AI provides structured and labeled data by deploying a global network of contractors, including experts with PhDs and graduate degrees in medicine, law, and molecular biology.
The firm's high-level contributors create test scenarios and reinforce learning strategies for AI systems, ensuring that models produce accurate and context-aware responses, especially in industries such as healthcare and tax law. According to Bloomberg, as of this year, 12% of Scale's contributors involved in improving AI models held PhDs in fields such as molecular biology, while more than 40% had a master's degree, law degree, or MBA in their area of expertise.
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Scale AI expects to generate $2 billion in revenue this year, more than doubling the $870 million earned last year, Bloomberg reports. This surge reflects the broader industry's increasing need for tailored datasets as synthetic training data begins to reach its performance limits.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meta Aligns Infrastructure With Policy Power</h2>
Meta's relationship with Scale also serves the purpose of regulatory alignment. Scale CEO Alexandr Wang has become a regular presence in Washington, advising lawmakers on AI regulation and calling for a ‘national AI data reserve.' Bloomberg reports that lawmakers on Capitol Hill have welcomed his insights, viewing Scale as a bridge between Silicon Valley innovation and federal oversight.
Investor&#8217;s Business Daily says that Scale has also expanded its role in defense AI by contributing to projects such as Meta's Defense Llama model, designed for U.S. national security applications. This aligns Meta more closely with the U.S. government, following similar partnerships between Microsoft and OpenAI.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Risks, Scrutiny, And The Road Ahead</h2>
Despite its success, Scale has faced criticism for labor practices involving overseas contractors in countries like Kenya and the Philippines, where some workers were paid relatively little and reported psychological distress from reviewing harmful online content, Bloomberg reports. According to <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/09/the-department-of-labor-just-dropped-its-investigation-into-scale-ai/">TechCrunch</a>, the U.S. Department of Labor has since closed its investigation into the company's compliance with wage regulations, but ongoing scrutiny remains a reputational concern.
According to Bloomberg, insiders say discussions between Meta and Scale are ongoing and could still shift. Regardless of a final number, Meta's expected commitment may redefine the race for control of the AI data layer, strengthening Scale AI's position at the heart of artificial intelligence's next chapter.
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Some people accumulate wealth over many decades to end up with $1 million, while others get it quicker due to specific circumstances.&nbsp;
A 29-year-old Redditor found himself in this position after winning a lawsuit he filed due to a motorcycle accident. He's set to <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DaveRamsey/comments/1l83vxz/i_think_i_just_became_a_milionaire/">receive $1.3 million</a>, which is a big jump since he had previously saved no more than $15,000.
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Receiving more money doesn't guarantee long-term wealth. Many lottery winners go broke, but that may not be the case for the Redditor, granted he didn't win the lottery. That's because he reached out to the Dave Ramsey subreddit for advice.
"What am I supposed to do with this money?" he asked.
These were some of the suggestions Redditors offered.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Put The Money In A High-Yield Savings Account</h2>
You don't have to make aggressive investments with the fortune to make enough cash. One Redditor suggested a high-yield savings account. It's possible to find accounts that offer 4% APY, and that translates into $52,000 per year.&nbsp;
It's good supplemental income that may be enough to cover most of the Redditor's expenses. He was a firefighter before the accident and earned $80,000 to $85,000 per year. He has been receiving disability pay that equals 80% of his salary, and he's set to work again by the end of the summer.
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His salary as a firefighter seems to be enough since he only has one debt. He just has a $60,000 home loan from the bank and paid for his vehicles with cash.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Don't Make Dramatic Changes To Your Lifestyle</h2>
One commenter told the 29-year-old to make any dramatic changes to his lifestyle, and there are a few reasons why this is great advice. While $1.3 million is a great starting point, it's not enough to quit your job and retire.&nbsp;
Furthermore, making significant changes to your lifestyle and letting people know about your wealth can attract the wrong type of attention. You might attract ‘friends' who want you to spend money on them and then disappear the moment your funds run dry.&nbsp;
Life can be easier if the firefighter maintains his lifestyle and continues to work every day. The commenter suggested the 29-year-old can be in a mode that's between easy and standard difficulty instead of "constantly grinding just to pay the rent."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Put Money In A Brokerage Account After Establishing An Emergency Fund</h2>
One commenter suggested establishing an emergency fund that can cover six to 12 months of living expenses and putting the rest into a brokerage account. The firefighter doesn't have to get fancy with his investments. Some low-cost ETFs that mirror key benchmarks like the S&amp;P 500 or Nasdaq Composite should be sufficient.
The commenter then said that the 29-year-old should forget that the account exists and let it grow undisturbed. Regarding the emergency fund, the commenter suggested looking for a high-yield savings account, just like an earlier commenter.&nbsp;
This approach gives the 29-year-old enough money to cover emergency expenses while knowing that most of the $1.3 million is growing over time.
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Dundee Precious Metals (OTCPK: DPMLF) has signed a deal to acquire UK-based Adriatic Metals (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADMLF#OTC">ADMLF</a>) for $1.25 billion. The agreement will give Canadian miner control of Adriatic's flagship Vareš <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/silver">silver-zinc operation</a> in Bosnia, expanding its strategic footprint in southeastern Europe. It is Dundee's most significant move yet to boost production growth and diversify cash flow.
"Vareš is a logical fit with our portfolio, as it significantly increases DPM's mine life while adding near-term production growth, a highly prospective land package, and cash flow diversification," Dundee CEO David Rae <a href="https://dundeeprecious.com/news-media/news-releases/dundee-precious-metals-announces-proposed-acquisit-10180/">said</a> in a statement. "We are well-positioned to leverage our expertise in underground mining, our regional presence, and our financial strength to optimize the operation and unlock its full value potential."
Under the mixed cash and stock terms of agreement, Adriatic shareholders will receive 268 British pence per share, comprising 93 pence in cash and 0.1590 of a Dundee share, representing a 50.5% premium to Adriatic's closing price of 177.8 pence on May 19. The acquisition will be implemented through a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement under UK law.
Upon completion, Dundee shareholders will hold approximately 75.3% of the enlarged entity, while Adriatic shareholders will own the remaining 24.7%. Dundee has already secured support for the deal from Adriatic's board and major shareholders representing 37.2% of the UK firm's share capital.
The key asset in the acquisition is located about 50 kilometers north of Sarajevo. It is a high-grade underground mine producing silver-zinc and lead-silver-gold concentrates. It has a 15-year mine life based on current reserves and is expected to produce approximately 168,000 ounces of gold equivalent annually, with a life-of-mine all-in sustaining cost of $893 per ounce.
Dundee forecasts the project will generate $2.1 billion in post-tax cash flow over its life, with a post-tax net present value of $1.6 billion at a 5% discount rate, based on long-term metal prices.
"Vareš remains firmly on track to become a low-cost precious metals producer, underpinned by a high-grade deposit and strong exploration upside," Adriatic CEO Laura Tyler said. "This transaction brings together complementary strengths to create a diversified mining company with meaningful scale."
Adriatic's portfolio also includes the Raška zinc-silver project in Serbia, providing Dundee with exploration and development potential in the region. The merged company will be headquartered in Toronto, and Adriatic's UK office will close. Tyler and CFO Michael Horner will exit following the transaction, and Adriatic's board will step down.
BMO Capital Markets advised Dundee, while RBC Capital Markets and Macquarie Capital advised Adriatic. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals, including from the Bosnian Competition Council.
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Each week,&nbsp;Benzinga&#8217;s Stock Whisper Index&nbsp;uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.
Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.
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Here's a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week ending June 13:
Intuit Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>): The owner of TurboTax and other financial products saw strong interest from investors during the week. The company saw Wells Fargo maintain an Overweight rating and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INTU/analyst-ratings">raise the price target</a> from $825 to $880. Intuit stock trades near all-time highs and has been gaining momentum since third-quarter results in May. The company beat analyst estimates for both revenue and earnings per share in the quarter. Analysts raised their price targets back in May with Wells Fargo latest note signaling more confidence in the company. Intuit's Mailchimp also <a href="https://investors.intuit.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1257/intuit-mailchimp-unveils-powerful-new-suite-of-tools-at-fwd-london-to-help-businesses-unlock-their-customer-data">unveiled </a>a new set of tools at FWD: London during the week, which may create optimism for the potential of this segment.
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Casella Waste Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CWST#NASDAQ">CWST</a>): The solid waste removal company returns to the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/04/45029510/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-62">Stock Whisper Index</a> with shares near all-time highs. Casella previously appeared on the list in April ahead of first-quarter financial results. A stock like Casella could be attracting investors given the mostly recession proof element of the sector and as part of an industry that could avoid tariffs. The company recently announced it will ring the Opening Bell at the Nasdaq on Tuesday, June 17, which could keep the stock in the spotlight next week.
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Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRS#NYSE">CRS</a>): The specialty metals company saw increased interest from readers during the week. The company reported third-quarter results in April with earnings per share beating estimates for a fifth straight quarter, while revenue came in shy of analyst estimates. Shares near all-time highs and are up over 45% year-to-date. The company received <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRS/analyst-ratings">several analyst notes</a> in recent weeks with BTIG maintaining a Buy rating and raising the price target from $255 to $275 and Benchmark maintaining a Buy rating and raising the price target from $250 to $300.
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Wheaton Precious Metals Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WPM#NYSE">WPM</a>): Gold mining stocks have dominated the Stock Whisper Index in recent weeks and this week its Wheaton Precious Metals seeing strong interest from readers as the stock trades near all-time highs. The price of gold has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/05/45484902/gold-mining-stocks-were-among-top-10-large-cap-losers-last-week-may-12-may-16-are-these-in-your-portfolio">soared in recent weeks </a>and silver <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/45792880/silver-hits-12-year-high-peter-schiff-says-rallys-just-starting">hit a new 12-year high. </a>In May, Wheaton Precious Metals beat earnings per share and revenue estimates from analysts. Gold and silver related stocks are likely to see continued strong interest going forward even ones like Wheaton that are near all-time highs.
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Applovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>): The mobile technology company saw increased interest thanks to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/APP/analyst-ratings">analyst investor notes</a> and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/06/45910389/short-seller-says-applovin-is-desperate-and-doomed-shares-slide">new short report</a>. Applovin has been the subject of multiple short reports in recent years and this time around it was Culper Research alleging the company poses national security risks due to ties to China. Culper said Applovin CEO Adam Foroughi has denied the company has Chinese ownership or operational ties to China, but the short seller is skeptical and said Chinese national Hao Tang has backed the company since at least 2017. Culper put out a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43981217/applovin-stock-drops-on-multiple-short-reports-allegations-of-copying-meta-creating-smoke-an" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">short report</a> on AppLovin in February previously Muddy Waters and Fuzzy Panda Research are other companies with short reports on the company. The company recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45269045/applovin-stock-shakes-off-short-seller-report-shares-surge-on-q1-earnings-beat" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">beat analyst estimates</a> for revenue and earnings per share in the first quarter. Despite the short reports, analysts have remained mostly in support of the company. JPMorgan recently maintained a Neutral rating on the stock, but raised the price target from $355 to $400. Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised the price target from $420 to $460. Applovin shares were down 9% during the week, but the stock remains up over 12% year-to-date and up over 300% in the last year.
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Arc, a California-based startup founded in 2021 by former <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45831511/boeing-737-max-deliveries-to-china-restart-after-month-long-pause-amid-trade-tensions-with-us-over-trumps-tariffs">Boeing</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) engineers Mitch Lee and Ryan Cook,<a href="https://arcboats.com/blog/introducing-the-arc-coast-center-console"> announced</a> on May 15 its third <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/22/12/30170910/general-dynamics-electric-boat-awarded-5-1b-by-us-navy-for-columbia-class-submarines">all-electric boat</a> model, the Arc Coast, priced at $168,000.
The new 24-foot vessel follows the sold-out Arc One and the still-available Arc Sport, originally priced at $300,000 and $268,000, respectively, and offers a more affordable entry point for recreational boaters. According to <a href="https://electrek.co/2025/05/15/arc-boats-announces-new-cheaper-arc-coast-center-console-electric-boat/">Electrek</a>, this new model is aimed at broader recreational markets, offering simplified design and reduced material costs while still delivering the power and performance of its predecessors.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arc Coast Has a 226kWh Battery, 50 MPH Top Speed, and Open Deck for 10 Passengers</h2>
Arc Coast features a high-voltage 226 kWh battery, the same system used in the Arc Sport, which, according to Electrek, gives the boat a top speed of 50 miles per hour and a cruising time of four to five hours on a single charge. Instead of the large outboard engines common in traditional boats, Arc says it uses a compact sterndrive system.
The open deck accommodates up to 10 passengers, creating more room for fishing, relaxing, or swimming without the bulk and noise associated with combustion engines, Electrek reports.
Arc said in a<a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/arc-unveils-the-arc-coast-an-all-electric-evolution-of-the-center-console-302455358.html"> statement</a> that the center console format has long been used for fishing and sandbar outings, offering flexible movement and social space. The Arc Coast was designed from scratch to deliver quiet electric performance, streamlined software, and a simplified ownership experience compared to traditional gas-powered boats. The design also enables Arc to simplify the layout and reduce material costs.
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&#8220;People love center consoles, but the experience hasn&#8217;t improved,&#8221; Lee said in the statement. &#8220;The Arc Coast is what you get when you start from scratch: all the benefits of quiet and powerful electric performance, powered by advanced software, and paired with an ownership experience free from many of the headaches common with today&#8217;s gas boats.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arc Targets Cleaner Seas With Rapid Production Timeline</h2>
According to the<a href="https://www.epa.gov/dera/learn-about-impacts-diesel-exhaust-and-diesel-emissions-reduction-act-dera"> Environmental Protection Agency</a>, diesel-powered boats contribute significantly to marine pollution through oil leaks, ground-level ozone, and toxic emissions that impact coastal ecosystems. Electric boats offer a cleaner alternative because they are quieter, require less maintenance, and can be charged with energy from renewable sources, Arc says.
Even when factoring in the environmental cost of lithium-ion battery production, a 2016<a href="https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/79097/1/Park_etal_AE_2022_Live_life_cycle_assessment_of_the_electric.pdf"> report</a> suggests that electric marine transport remains more sustainable than extracting and burning billions of tons of fossil fuels each year.
Arc says it reused its existing battery system to reduce development time and expects to bring the Arc Coast to market in less than one year from prototype to production.
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While the $168,000 price tag still places the Arc Coast in the premium category, the cost is significantly lower than previous Arc models. The new model fits into a broader trend of electrification in transportation, where marine sectors are now undergoing rapid shifts toward battery-powered mobility, according to a 2025 report from<a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/electric-boat-market-report"> Grand View Research</a>.
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Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.
Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East — especially the Israel‑Iran conflict — and unexpectedly soft U.S. inflation data produced choppy market action this week. The S&amp;P 500 pulled back from all‑time highs as oil jumped above $70, marking its largest weekly gain in years.
Energy stocks led sector gains amid rising oil, while gold and silver rallied on demand for havens. Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) stood out, climbing 20% after strong earnings. The U.S. dollar dipped to a three-year low against major currencies.
Looking ahead, investors are watching the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting and U.S.–China trade discussions. Any change in rate guidance or geopolitical escalation could significantly sway market sentiment in the near term.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.

The Bulls
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/health-care/25/06/45927918/zepbound-put-eli-lilly-on-top-now-its-next-big-move-could-supercharge-the-stock">"Zepbound put Eli Lilly on top — now its next big move could supercharge the stock"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that JPMorgan sees continued upside for Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) as strong Zepbound prescription growth positions the company for even greater gains from upcoming Orforglipron data, with the franchise projected to generate $79 billion in sales by 2030.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/06/45909275/trumps-nuclear-play-fuels-oklos-stock-boom-and-the-ride">"Trump's nuclear play fuels Oklo's 566% stock boom — and the ride may be far from over"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Oklo Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>) shares surged 566% over the past year, fueled by Donald Trump's executive order accelerating nuclear development and a Pentagon microreactor contract, while bullish technicals suggest momentum may continue despite overbought signals.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45885805/nvidias-jensen-huang-sparks-quantum-stock-frenzy">"Nvidia's Jensen Huang sparks quantum stock frenzy"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang declared quantum computing has reached an "inflection point," sparking sharp rallies in quantum stocks like Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) and Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>).
For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
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The Bears
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/45888833/mcdonalds-just-got-hammered-by-weight-loss-drugs-twice">"McDonald's just got hammered by weight‑loss drugs — twice"</a>, by Piero Cingari, reports that McDonald's Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>) could lose as much as 28 million annual visits — equal to $481.5 million in revenue — due to appetite‑suppressing GLP‑1 drugs, prompting a rare double downgrade to Sell as analysts warn of a potentially cumulative 10% hit to sales.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/45888497/bitcoin-probably-wont-fix-gamestops-troubles">"Bitcoin probably won't fix GameStop's troubles"</a>, by Chris Katje, reports that Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter maintains an Underperform rating on GameStop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>), warning that its Bitcoin investment could add valuation volatility while its core video game business shows "no potential for a rebound."
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/06/45910389/short-seller-says-applovin-is-desperate-and-doomed-shares-slide">"Short seller says AppLovin is ‘desperate and doomed,' shares slide"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that a noted short seller labeled AppLovin Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) "desperate and doomed" — citing inflated marketing costs and slowing user growth — prompting a sharp share price decline.
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Everyone wants to be rich,&nbsp; but getting clear on your motivation can give you the extra motivation to boost your income and build wealth. That's why financial TikToker Tori Dunlap encouraged her audience to <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@herfirst100k/video/7514814151542197534?lang=en">get clear on why they want money</a>.
"I want to be rich because of the options money affords me," she explained.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">More Money Leads To Greater Lifestyle Flexibility</h2>
Dunlap focuses on growing her wealth due to the additional flexibility money provides. You can go on vacations, have less stress about making monthly mortgage payments, and access a greater range of experiences.
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She pointed out that you can escape from an unsafe situation if you become rich. This can include a hazardous workplace or a toxic work culture. It can also include not being financially dependent on an unfaithful spouse.&nbsp;
Many people use money as a roadblock when saying they can't do certain things. Instead of viewing the lack of money as a roadblock, think about how your life would change if you put in the work to improve your financial situation. Having a growth-oriented mindset can help you earn enough income where things that previously felt out of reach become quite possible.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Think About Who You Want To Support</h2>
Dunlap's TikTok video went into some of the options you have if you make more money, but the video didn't only focus on what you can do for yourself with the extra money. She also encouraged people to think about causes they believe in and pay their parents for all of their sacrifices.
Some people don't want to spend money on themselves besides the necessities. However, if you think about a person or an organization you want to support, it may give you the extra inspiration to start a side hustle, ask for a raise, or switch to a higher-paying job.
If you're single, you may also want to think about saving up and building your career for the day that you may become a parent. Even if you don't intend on marrying or having kids, it's good to have this motivation in mind just in case you change your mind. That way, if you want to become a parent, you have put yourself in a better financial position to make it happen.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Pursuit Of Wealth Is Not Greedy</h2>
Dunlap wraps up her TikTok by saying that pursuing wealth is not an act of greed. She explained that pursuing more money is simply a way to give yourself more options.&nbsp;
Viewing money and greed as two sides of the same coin is a dangerous mindset, as it can be a mental hurdle that limits your ability to grow your income. If you despise something or view it as the cause of many bad things in the world, you won't be inspired to work hard to attract more money into your life.&nbsp;
Dunlap isn't building her wealth just for the sake of having a second comma or determining how much she can earn in her lifetime. Instead, she views money as a tool that gives you more choices. Framing money in this way can lead to a healthier mentality that makes it easier to grow your earnings.
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Anthropic co-founder Ben Mann says true "transformative AI" will arrive only after systems ace what he calls the "economic Turing test."
What Happened: Mann, in a recent appearance on the &#8216;No Priors&#8217; podcast, defined the &#8220;economic Turing test&#8221; as a workplace trial that forces hiring managers to choose between a month-long contractor and an AI agent for the same job.
Passing the test would mark "when things start to get really interesting from a societal and cultural standpoint," Mann noted.
Mann's yardstick swaps laboratory benchmarks for a market basket covering "50% of economically valuable tasks." Each human supervisor would "hire an agent" to perform the work. If, at the end of the month, the manager prefers the machine, "then it passed," he said.
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Mann does warn that the exercise has its limitations. "Interviews are only a poor approximation of real-world job performance," he observed, dismissing current testing measures as limited and too theoretical.
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Anthropic has already run its Claude models through internal interviews and found them "extremely good," though Mann conceded that the formal trial "hasn't started" and might not come until after the firm's next release cycle. He pegged 2028 as a "quite possible" window for artificial general intelligence but cautioned that precise timelines remain guesswork.
Why It Matters: Mann&#8217;s coinage of the phrase &#8220;economic Turing test&#8221; builds on the Turing Test, which is a simple method of inquiry in artificial intelligence for determining whether or not a computer is capable of thinking like a human being.
OpenAI&#8217;s ChatGPT 4 became the first AI LLM to pass a two-player Turing test, fooling human conversation partners 54% of the time back in July 2024. GPT-4.5 achieved a 73% success rate in a more formal test in March earlier this year. However, critics have posed several reasons over the years challenging the accuracy of the test in determining the true intelligence of machines.
A new Wharton study also found that large language models now create <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44369538/ai-just-passed-the-meme-turing-test-study-finds-llms-now-create-funnier-memes-than-most-humans">memes humans rate as funnier</a> than the average person's, effectively passing the "meme Turing Test."
Anthropic's momentum is accelerating. A March Series E round pushed its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44099466/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-nosedive-as-trumps-tariff-moves-wipe-out-crypto-reserve-fueled-gains-analyst-says-breaking-through-this-barrier-will-help-btc-touch-new-highs">valuation to $61.5 billion</a>, positioning the startup backed by Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) as OpenAI's fiercest privately held rival.
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Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur, shared insights into his early business journey, revealing that he did not take a vacation for seven years while building his first company.
What Happened: The revelation came during an episode of &#8220;The Playbook,&#8221; a video series by Sports Illustrated and Entrepreneur, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/13/mark-cuban-i-didnt-take-a-vacation-while-building-my-first-business.html">via</a> CNBC, published on June 3.
Cuban, who founded the software company MicroSolutions at 24, was living with six roommates after losing his job. He described his financial struggles as a motivating factor, stating, &#8220;I was broke as f&#x2A;&#x2A;&#x2A;.&#8221;
"I didn't take a vacation for the next 7 years," Cuban added.
His relentless focus on his business, he believes, was crucial to his success, which includes a long tenure on ABC&#8217;s &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; and ownership of the NBA&#8217;s Dallas Mavericks.
He emphasized that achieving success required sacrificing work-life balance, saying, &#8220;There is no balance. If you want to crush the game, whatever game you're in, there's somebody working 24 hours a day to kick your ass.&#8221;
Cuban&#8217;s work ethic led to the sale of MicroSolutions for $6 million and later Broadcast.com for $6 billion. His net worth is now estimated at $5.7 billion, according to Forbes.
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Why It Matters: Cuban&#8217;s journey from financial struggles to becoming a billionaire underscores the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship. Cuban&#8217;s insights are particularly relevant in today&#8217;s rapidly evolving business landscape, where technology and innovation are reshaping industries.
In a recent discussion, Cuban highlighted the potential impact of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45889687/mark-cuban-predicts-ai-video-will-trigger-an-explosion-in-face-to-face-engagement-events-and-jobs-calls-it-the-milli-vanilli-effect">AI-generated video</a> on face-to-face interactions, predicting a surge in in-person engagements as digital content becomes more easily manipulated.
This perspective aligns with his belief in the value of authenticity and direct communication, principles that have guided his career.
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