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This is by far the most important section of the PUMP token announcement.Without a forward looking, agile approach to tweaking incentives, this ecosystem doesn’t progress.We are on the precipice of an evolution of how attention is traded, and how this interacts with broader financial markets.While I still believe we are in the primitive stages of its use cases, I’m adamant these platforms will form the foundations of how markets evolve.The fact that traditional institutions are paying attention speaks volum ...

Q1 2019 Highlights - VLCC average spot rate in TI Pool was $35,195 per day, compared to $18,725 in Q1 2018[8] - VLCC average time charter rate was $27,630 per day[8] - Suezmax average spot rate was $27,380 per day, compared to $14,000 in Q1 2018[8] - Suezmax average time charter rate was $32,680 per day[8] - In Q1 so far, VLCC 535% fixed at around $26500 per day[12] - In Q1 so far, Suezmax 493% fixed at around $18000 per day[12] Financial Performance - Revenue increased to $232589 thousand in Q1 2019 from $98136 thousand in Q1 2018[13] - Net profit for the period was $19526 thousand in Q1 2019, compared to a loss of $39091 thousand in Q1 2018[13] - Result after taxation per share was $009 in Q1 2019, compared to $(025) in Q1 2018[13] - Cash increased to $1785 million in Mar-19 from $1730 million in Dec-18[15] Market Signals - US crude export outlook shows potential for growth to 2022[18] - Correlation between Euronav share price and new build VLCC value is 84%[25] - Demand 3% Supply 3% - VLCC $35K Q4 & Q1[26] Liquidity and Leverage - Liquidity increased to $785 million[17] - Leverage is 462% marked to market[16]

Financial Performance Highlights - The company's revenue for Q1 2020 was $416.7 million, a significant increase compared to $232.6 million in Q1 2019[12] - Net income for Q1 2020 reached $225 million, substantially higher than the $19.5 million reported in Q1 2019[15, 12] - Fuel procurement project resulted in $17.5 million savings in Q1 2020, impacting VLCC rates by $5,000 per day[14] - Dividends totaling $1.08 per share will be paid in June[11] Fleet and Market Dynamics - Average spot rates for VLCCs in Q1 2020 were $72,750 per day, compared to $35,195 in Q1 2019[8] - Average spot rates for Suezmax vessels in Q1 2020 were $59,250 per day, versus $27,380 in Q1 2019[8] - For Q2, 71% of VLCC days were fixed at approximately $95,000 per day, and 57% of Suezmax days were fixed at around $65,400 per day[11] - 125 VLCCs are currently used for storage, including 65 taken for market storage in April and 38 Iranian VLCCs[31] Balance Sheet and Capital Allocation - The company's cash position increased to $312.2 million in March 2020 from $297 million in December 2019[17] - Mandatory debt repayment for Q1 2020 was $28 million, with a $69 million reduction in the Revolving Credit Facility (RCF)[19] - $100 million was allocated towards the purchase of 4 VLCC resales[19] Future Market Outlook - The company anticipates a potential storage draw in the mid-term, with two scenarios: a quick draw if contango persists, or a slow draw if backwardation occurs[32] - The company notes that 26% of the VLCC fleet is over 15 years old, suggesting a potential for fleet resizing[35]

Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2020 was $241 million[16], a significant increase compared to the year-to-date revenue of $5772 million in 2019[14] - Net income for Q3 2020 reached $462 million[16], a substantial turnaround from a loss of $419 million year-to-date in 2019[14] - Euronav's leverage stands at 358% of book value, with available liquidity of $12 billion[19] Fleet and Operations - VLCC average spot pool rate was $42000 per day in Q3 2020, compared to $25250 in Q3 2019[8] - Suezmax average spot rate was $23500 per day in Q3 2020, versus $17250 in Q3 2019[8] - The company extended an FSO contract by 10 years to 2032, projecting $645 million in additional revenue for the joint venture[11, 34] Capital Allocation - The company declared a Q3 dividend of USD 9c per share and executed a share buyback of $185 million[11] - Year-to-date dividend yield reached 21%, with $157 per share distributed[13] - Euronav has $236 million in outstanding capex, primarily financed by bank loans, with VLCC deliveries expected in Q1 2021[13] Market Outlook - Approximately 50% of Q4 VLCC days are fixed at around $225k per day, and 45% of Suezmax days are fixed at about $115k per day[11] - The tanker market remains in a transition phase, influenced by COVID-19 restrictions, OPEC+ supply cuts, and vessel supply[35, 36] - Recycling trends indicate that when VLCC rates fall below P&L breakeven, approximately 5% of the fleet is typically recycled[22]

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再次，让我们聚焦房产本身的具体情况。同样是150万的房子，其未来价值也会因地段、房龄、小区环境等因素而差异巨大。 靠近地铁、学校、 医院等优质公共资源的地段，房龄较新（例如十年以内）、小区环境优美、配套设施完善的房产，其抗跌性更强，甚至可能在五年后小幅升值。 相反，那些位于偏远地段、房龄较老（例如没有电梯的老小区）、小区环境差、周边配套设施落后的房产，五年后的价值可能仅剩100万左右，甚 至更低。 最后，回到最初的问题：五年后，你那套150万的房子值多少钱？ 答案依然是：没有确切的数字。 "普涨时代"已经过去，房地产市场的分化将日 益明显。优质房产，尤其位于人口流入较多城市、地段优越、配套完善的房产，将保持相对稳定，甚至可能小幅升值；而那些地段偏远、品质较 差的房产，其价值则可能持续下跌。 因此，对于自住型购房者而言，房屋的涨跌幅度无需过度关注，舒适的居住体验才是最重要的；而对于投资 型购房者，特别是持有位于小城市的多套房产的投资者，则需谨慎对待，避免盲目持有，应根据市场行情及时调整投资策略。 总而言之，买房需 谨慎，切勿盲目投机，理性选择，才能稳妥。 " 首先，让我们从宏观经济环境入手。当前中国经济增速放缓 ...

RT s4mmy (@S4mmyEth)Bitcoin is approaching price discovery.When it breaks, which altcoins will pump the hardest? ...

Core Insights - In June 2025, Qingdao's Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.4% year-on-year, driven by a 1.1% rise in food prices and a 0.2% increase in non-food prices [1][3] Group 1: Price Changes - Food and tobacco prices rose by 1.1% year-on-year, contributing approximately 0.30 percentage points to the CPI increase [3] - Among the eight categories, prices for other goods and services, education, culture and entertainment, clothing, and living goods and services increased by 10.7%, 1.6%, 0.8%, and 0.1% respectively [3] - Conversely, healthcare, housing, and transportation and communication prices decreased by 0.2%, 0.3%, and 3.1% respectively [3] Group 2: Food Price Details - Grain prices increased by 0.4% year-on-year and 0.7% month-on-month, with flour prices up by 2.6% year-on-year [5] - Fresh vegetable prices rose by 3.1% year-on-year, with significant increases in lotus root and spinach prices, which rose by 33.7% and 28.8% respectively [5] - Pork prices decreased by 12.7% year-on-year, while water product prices increased by 8.5% year-on-year [5] Group 3: Industrial and Service Prices - Industrial consumer prices fell by 0.6% year-on-year, with clothing prices up by 0.8% year-on-year but down by 0.2% month-on-month [8] - Transportation tool prices decreased by 3.2% year-on-year, with fuel car prices down by 4.4% year-on-year [8] - Service prices increased by 0.6% year-on-year, with travel-related service prices showing mixed trends [10]

Core Viewpoint - The real estate market in major cities is experiencing a significant downturn, with prices dropping and a shift in buyer sentiment from optimism to caution [1][2][3]. Market Trends - In June, the average price of second-hand homes in 100 cities across the country fell by 0.75% month-on-month and 7.26% year-on-year, indicating a broader market decline [1]. - Major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou are facing increased inventory, with Beijing's listings exceeding 150,000 and Shanghai surpassing 200,000 [1]. Buyer Behavior - The market is characterized by a price war, where sellers are advised to list their properties 10% to 15% below market value to attract buyers [2]. - Buyer sentiment has shifted to a "fear of losing" mentality, leading to increased market hesitation and a reluctance to purchase properties [2]. Government Policies - Government measures aimed at stabilizing the market have not effectively reversed the downward trend, serving only as temporary relief rather than addressing the underlying issues [3]. Investment Opportunities - For first-time homebuyers, the current market presents opportunities with more choices and stronger bargaining power, but careful financial planning is essential [5]. - Investors are advised to adopt a wait-and-see approach due to ongoing risks, while those under financial pressure may need to consider lowering prices for quick sales [5].