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X @Avalanche🔺
Avalanche🔺· 2025-10-24 15:24
By embedding yield directly into payroll, Glim and OpenTrade are turning salaries into savings, and everyday earners into investors.This is 🔺doptionhttps://t.co/HNK2fA4YZv ...
How to build your house of freedom | Saqlain Rattansi | TEDxKivukoni
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-24 14:44
Core Idea - Real wealth is defined as freedom, the power to live life on one's own terms, which requires making deliberate choices to avoid servitude [1] - Freedom is not freely given but built through discipline, effort, and consistent action [1][22] Building Blocks of Freedom - Discipline is crucial, defined as consistently choosing actions aligned with long-term goals, making one a "slave" to their standards and future self rather than to external forces [1][2] - Calculate a "freedom number" by forecasting the cost of one's dream life and building an investment portfolio to sustain it [3][4][5] - Savings form the foundation, requiring careful vetting of expenses to align with long-term goals [7][8] - Investments act as the walls, leveraging compound interest to grow wealth exponentially [9][10] - Consistency is the roof, protecting the house of freedom and sealing one's chosen life [18][19] Investment Strategies - Diversification is key, advocating for a mix of government bonds, shares, and mutual funds to mitigate risk [17][18] - Government bonds are presented as a safe investment option, citing an example of a 25-year bond at a 15% interest rate offered by the Bank of Tanzania [14] - Investing early significantly amplifies the power of compound interest, illustrated by examples showing substantial portfolio growth over time [11][12] Action Plan - Start with discipline in every choice [20] - Calculate the freedom number based on the desired lifestyle [20] - Save consistently and live below means [20] - Invest consistently to harness the power of compound interest [21]
Kinsale Capital (KNSL) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-10-24 14:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Kinsale's operating earnings per share increased by 24% year-over-year, reaching $5.21 per share for the third quarter of 2025 compared to $4.20 in the same quarter of 2024 [5][10] - Gross written premium grew by 8.4% over the third quarter of 2024, while net earned premium increased by 17.8% due to higher retention levels upon renewal of the reinsurance program [6][8] - The combined ratio for the quarter was 74.9%, with net favorable prior year loss reserve development contributing 3.7 points [8] - Book value per share increased by 25.8% since year-end 2024, and float grew to $3 billion from $2.5 billion [6][9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial property division premium dropped by 8% in the third quarter compared to a 17% drop in the second quarter [6] - Excluding the commercial property division, the overall growth rate was 12.3% [6] - Submission growth was 6% for the quarter, down from 9% in the first quarter, primarily driven by the commercial property division [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - E&S market conditions were steady and competitive, with growth rates varying by market segment [6] - The overall pricing trends in the commercial property market showed a 0.4% decrease, but an inflection point was noted where the rate of decline is abating [15][36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Kinsale's disciplined underwriting and low-cost business model provide a competitive advantage, allowing the company to deliver competitive policy terms without compromising margins [6][7] - The company is focused on maintaining efficiency and leveraging technology to enhance productivity and reduce costs [24][83] - Kinsale is optimistic about growth opportunities across various segments, including transportation, agribusiness, and high-value homeowners [19][54] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's future, highlighting a strong team and a favorable competitive position [12] - The E&S market remains competitive, but the company anticipates stabilization in commercial property rates moving forward [15][36] - Management noted that while competition has increased, Kinsale's cost advantage and control over underwriting processes position it well for continued growth [62] Other Important Information - Management changes were announced, including Brian Haney's election to the Board of Directors and his transition to a Senior Advisor role [4] - The company is actively enhancing its technology capabilities, including the implementation of AI tools to drive automation [22][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Future opportunities outside of commercial property - Management sees opportunities across the entire book, particularly in transportation, agribusiness, and high-value homeowners [19][20] Question: Technology innovations and implementation - Kinsale has made technology a core competency, with ongoing enhancements to its enterprise system and the use of AI tools [22][24] Question: Changes in assumptions for construction liability - No specific changes were noted, but management conducts quarterly reviews of loss reserves [27] Question: Growth opportunities in excess casualty segment - Rates are holding strong, with good opportunities for growth in the segment [29] Question: State E&S data and growth perceptions - Management advised caution in interpreting state data and emphasized the importance of looking at trends over time [47][48] Question: Changes in underwriting expenses with slowed premium growth - Management expects gradual declines in underwriting expenses through productivity gains [83] Question: Profit-sharing commissions for broker partners - Kinsale does not plan to change its compensation model, focusing on maintaining control over underwriting [38] Question: Rate stabilization in property market - Management noted that rates are stabilizing, with expectations for normalization in the near future [66][72]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-10-24 07:30
South Korea and the US remain "sharply" divided over the cash portion of a $350 billion investment pledge https://t.co/WbvqgZ1D8x ...
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-10-24 07:00
Investment & Market Confidence - Investment in AI demonstrates confidence in the African market [1] Digital Empowerment - AI will empower startups to shape the digital future [1] Government Perspective - Rwandan Information and Communication Minister Paula Ingabire highlights the importance of AI investment [1]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-10-24 05:24
The family office for Qatar’s former ruler is on a hiring push to build up a multistrategy investment team https://t.co/tyb65eXQ5y ...
With an Intel recovery underway, all eyes turn to its foundry business
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-24 00:09
Core Insights - Intel's third-quarter earnings exceeded Wall Street expectations, driven by increased revenue and significant cost-cutting measures [1][2] - The company reported a net income of $4.1 billion, a notable recovery from previous quarterly losses [2][6] Financial Performance - Intel's quarterly revenue rose by $800 million to $13.7 billion, compared to $12.9 billion in the previous year [6] - The net income of $4.1 billion marks a significant turnaround from a loss of $16.6 billion in the same quarter last year [6] Strategic Investments - Intel added $20 billion to its balance sheet in the third quarter, largely due to three major investments [3] - Notable investments include $2 billion from SoftBank, a 10% equity stake from the U.S. government, and a $5 billion stake from Nvidia [4][5] - The company has received $5.7 billion of the planned $8.9 billion from the U.S. government [4] Operational Changes - CEO Lip-Bu Tan emphasized that the actions taken to strengthen the balance sheet provide greater operational flexibility [5] - The company also generated $5.2 billion from the sale of its stake in Altera and divested its stake in Mobileye [5] Foundry Business Focus - Despite the positive financial results, details regarding the future of Intel's foundry business remain limited [7] - The foundry business has faced challenges and has been a focus area for CEO Tan, who initiated layoffs in this segment [7] - The U.S. government's investment includes conditions that penalize Intel if it divests from its foundry business in the next five years [8]
X @Investopedia
Investopedia· 2025-10-23 22:00
Warren Buffett has built his legendary investment success by embracing market crashes rather than fearing them. Learn his time-tested strategies for turning market panic into profits. https://t.co/6gY8C67IZS ...
X @BNB Chain
BNB Chain· 2025-10-23 17:00
Congrats @pinkecosystem on the milestones achieved! 👏Note: This post is for informational purposes only and not financial advice. DYOR.https://t.co/YwenBESquiPinkSale (Pink Ecosystem) (@pinkecosystem):You may of noticed in the last month we've crossed some major milestones at Pinksale.🔸 $2.1 Billion Dollars Raised.🔸 24,000 Projects.🔸 2.9 Million Investors.All on @BNBCHAIN!BNB Chain has always been the home of Pinksale all the way back to our first week in ...
FirstEnergy CEO: Investing in transmission grid as data center demand rises
CNBC Television· 2025-10-23 16:27
Load Growth & Grid Investment - First Energy anticipates significant load increases due to data centers and electrification, necessitating investment in the transmission grid [2] - The company plans to increase its 5-year capital expenditure (CAPEX) plan for transmission by approximately 30% [3] - A strong and growing transmission grid is crucial to support AI, data centers, and chip investments [3] Labor Force & Training - First Energy is addressing labor needs through apprenticeship programs and hiring experienced line workers [5] - The company is actively training its workforce to support infrastructure investments and economic growth [5] Investment & Demand - First Energy ensures that hyperscalers and data center developers commit to paying for infrastructure investments to serve them [7] - This commitment provides confidence in sustained load and prevents existing customers from bearing the cost of potential overbuilding [7] Electricity Prices & Regulation - Generation accounts for 85% of the year-over-year increase in customer bills in four of First Energy's five states, where it operates as a wires-only company [9] - In the state where First Energy is fully integrated, year-on-year rates for customers were flat [9] - First Energy is working with regulators, governors, and customers to mitigate the impact of increasing generation costs [10]