, /PRNewswire/ -- Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a world leader in transforming the way people bank and shop, will release third quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday, Nov. 5, before trading begins on the New York Stock Exchange. Octavio Marquez, president and chief executive officer, and Tom Timko, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will discuss the results during a conference call and webcast that day beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. Earnings Call Details: SOURCE Diebold Nixdorf, Incorpo ...

Market Overview - U.S. equity markets continued to rise in Q3, with the Russell 1000 Growth Index increasing by 10.5% and achieving 24 new all-time highs [3] - The S&P 500 rose by 8.1%, the Nasdaq 100 advanced by 11.2%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 5.2% [3] - The rally was largely driven by significant infrastructure investments in the AI sector, including a $90 billion plan announced by President Trump and various multi-billion dollar partnerships among major AI companies [3] Economic Impact - Deutsche Bank estimates that tech spending, primarily in AI, will contribute approximately 1-1.5 percentage points to U.S. GDP growth in 2025 [3] - The U.S. government has been running around $2 trillion in fiscal deficits for the first 11 months of FY-2025, which, along with easing monetary policy, has supported equity market performance [3][6] Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds rate by 25 basis points to a range of 4.00%-4.25% in mid-September, with a more accommodative policy outlook for the coming years [6] - The Fed's median projection for the fed funds rate in 2025 has decreased to 3.6% from 3.9% [6] Sector Performance - Ithaka's portfolio underperformed the Russell 1000 Growth Index by 940 basis points in Q3, with stock selection and sector allocation negatively impacting performance [8] - Positive relative returns were generated in the Financial Services sector, while Technology and Consumer Discretionary sectors were the largest sources of underperformance [9] Key Contributors and Detractors - Top contributors included NVIDIA (18.0% return impact), Robinhood Markets (52.9%), and Shopify (28.8%) [10] - Major detractors were ServiceNow (-10.5%), Chipotle Mexican Grill (-24.6%), and Intuitive Surgical (-17.7%) [10] AI Investment Landscape - The AI infrastructure buildout is projected to reach $400 billion to $600 billion in 2025, with U.S. hyperscalers expected to account for $300 billion to $350 billion of this total [18] - The current wave of AI-driven capital expenditures is compared to historical infrastructure projects, indicating a significant shift in technology investment [18] Future Outlook - The ongoing AI buildout may redefine human interaction across various sectors, with companies viewing this as a once-in-a-generation opportunity [18][21] - Early productivity gains from AI implementations have shown efficiency improvements of 20%-50% in key business operations [20]

For Bill Harris, there are two inevitabilities in life: start-ups and taxes. In 1993, he joined tax preparer Intuit INTU+1.36% as executive vice president and became CEO in 1998. He soon departed to become the CEO of what would become PayPal PYPL-1.52%, where he worked briefly alongside Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Max Levchin. Since then, Harris has been neck-deep in the start-up world, helping to launch numerous fintech and cybersecurity firms, including Personal Capital, a registered investment advisor th ...

Core Insights - REalloys has entered into a 10-year offtake agreement with Critical Metals Corp. for 15% of the projected rare earth concentrate production from the Tanbreez Project in Greenland, which is one of the world's largest deposits of heavy rare earth elements [2][3][4] - This agreement is a strategic milestone for REalloys, supporting its expansion as a vertically integrated producer of alloys and magnet materials in North America [3][4] - The partnership aligns with U.S. and allied priorities to establish a fully independent North American mine-to-magnet supply chain, reducing dependency on Chinese rare earth sources [3][6] REalloys Overview - REalloys operates a downstream metallization facility in Euclid, Ohio, producing advanced rare earth metals and magnet materials for various U.S. government programs [5] - The company is building a North American supply chain that includes upstream resources at Hoidas Lake and midstream processing development through collaboration with the Saskatchewan Research Council [6] - REalloys is expanding its Ohio facility's production capacity and advancing its HLREE Project to meet the demand for high-performance magnet materials in U.S. Protected Markets [6] Critical Metals Corp. Overview - Critical Metals Corp. is focused on developing critical metals and minerals, with its flagship Tanbreez Project located in Southern Greenland, expected to have year-round shipping access [7][9] - The Tanbreez Project is projected to supply approximately 6.75 million metric tons of concentrate over the 10-year term of the agreement with REalloys [4] - The company aims to become a reliable supplier of critical minerals essential for defense applications and the clean energy transition [9]

Core Insights - Polymarket, founded by Shayne Coplan in June 2020, has achieved a pre-money valuation of $8 billion following a $2 billion investment from Intercontinental Exchange Inc., making Coplan the youngest self-made billionaire according to Bloomberg [2][5]. Company Overview - Polymarket was inspired by economist Robin Hanson's ideas on prediction markets, aiming to enhance society's ability to predict outcomes [3]. - The platform allows users to bet on various events, including elections and economic indicators, and has gained popularity for sports wagering [6][7]. Funding and Valuation - The recent investment from Intercontinental Exchange Inc. significantly boosted Polymarket's valuation to $8 billion [2][5]. - Prior to this investment, Polymarket raised at least $255 million from various investors, including notable figures like Peter Thiel and Vitalik Buterin [11]. Regulatory Challenges - Polymarket faced regulatory hurdles, including a $1.4 million penalty from the CFTC in 2022 for offering illegal trading, which led to a ban on US-based users [9]. - The company was investigated by the FBI, which raided Coplan's home in November 2024, but the investigations were dropped in July 2025 [10][11]. Strategic Moves - In July 2025, Polymarket acquired CFTC-licensed exchange QCEX for $112 million, allowing it to resume US operations legally [11]. - The company's connections to political figures may strengthen with the ICE investment, as ICE's CEO is linked to former Senator Kelly Loeffler [12].

Prestige Wealth Inc.（NASDAQ：PWM）计划在获得批准后更名为 Aurelion Inc.（NASDAQ：AURE）1 亿美元私募配售和 5,000 万美元高级债务融资由 Antalpha 领投的 Aurelion Treasury 将 完全 以 Tether Gold（XAUt）计价，以提升韧性与透明度 新加坡, Oct. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 领先的机构数字资产融资平台 Antalpha Platform Holding Company （NASDAQ：ANTA）（简称“Antalpha”）今日宣布，作为领投方通过承诺型上市后私募（PIPE）向 Prestige Wealth Inc.（NASDAQ: PWM；拟更名后为 AURE，以下简称 “Aurelion” 或 “公司”）投资约 4,300 万美元，并获得控股性投票权。本轮还与包括 TG Commodities S.A. de C.V.（简称 “Tether”）和 Kiara Capital Holding Limited（简称 “Kiara Capital”）在内的 合格投资者 共同参与； ...

Key Takeaways Marsh & McLennan's Oliver Wyman and QED Investors analyze fintechs' push to secure bank charters.Fintechs aim for independence, lower costs and scale as charter applications rise.MMC shares are down 3% YTD, while the 2025 earnings estimate suggests an 8.8% yoy increase.Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) , through its consulting arm Oliver Wyman, has teamed up with fintech-focused venture capital firm QED Investors to analyze the growing trend of fintechs seeking bank charters. Their report ...

Core Insights - Tom Sosnoff, founder of Thinkorswim and Tastytrade, is launching a new financial platform called Lossdog, aimed at addressing wealth inequality and economic fairness [1] - The platform is designed to help individuals understand their true value through employment and investment opportunities [1] Company Overview - Lossdog is Sosnoff's third financial platform, indicating his ongoing commitment to innovation in the financial services sector [1] - The focus on wealth inequality suggests a strategic positioning within the growing market for socially responsible investing and financial education [1] Industry Context - The launch of Lossdog reflects a broader trend in the financial industry towards platforms that prioritize economic fairness and accessibility [1] - Sosnoff's previous successes with Tastytrade and Thinkorswim highlight his experience and credibility in creating impactful financial tools [1]

Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM ) is not the first buy-now-pay-later ("BNPL") financial technology company that I am breaking down on Seeking Alpha. As a matter of fact, I broke down Klarna’s (I’m passionate about finance and investing, focusing on business analysis, fundamental analysis, valuation, and long-term growth, especially in sectors like AI, fintech, finance and tech. I study finance and economy and have hands-on experience in equity research, financial modeling, and creating investment conten ...

Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM ) is not the first buy-now-pay-later ("BNPL") financial technology company that I am breaking down on Seeking Alpha. As a matter of fact, I broke down Klarna’s (I’m passionate about finance and investing, focusing on business analysis, fundamental analysis, valuation, and long-term growth, especially in sectors like AI, fintech, finance and tech. I study finance and economy and have hands-on experience in equity research, financial modeling, and creating investment conten ...