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Warren Buffett , renowned for his “buy-and-hold” investment philosophy, rarely sells stocks, making his decision to divest significant stakes a noteworthy event. Known as the “Sage of Omaha,” Buffett prefers to hold positions indefinitely, only selling when he believes a company's competitive advantage has eroded. His approach to investing is built on patience and confidence in a business's long-term fundamentals. "We're more reluctant to sell them than most people," Buffett explained during Berkshire Hathaway's 2009 annual meeting. "If we made the right decision going in, we like to ride that a very long time, and we've owned some stocks for decades. But if the competitive advantage disappears, if we really lose faith in the management, if we were wrong in the original analysis — and that happens — we sell," Buffett added. Also Read: Warren Buffett's Timeless Advice For Investing $10,000: ‘If You're Gonna Do Dumb Things Because Your Your Stock Goes Down, You Shouldn’t Own A Stock At All’ Buffett's strategy was evident in his historic investment in newspapers during the 1970s. Back then, he viewed publications like the Omaha World-Herald and Buffalo News as indomitable franchises. However, the industry faced severe challenges in the early 2000s, as digital platforms eroded advertising revenues. Recognizing these structural changes, Buffett eventually sold his portfolio of around 30 newspapers in early 2020, signaling his belief that their competitive edge had vanished. This rare shift in Buffett's portfolio management reflects his disciplined approach to identifying and responding to fundamental changes in industries. His actions underscore the importance of evaluating long-term competitive advantages, even for businesses previously considered untouchable. Read Next Warren Buffett’s Stock Market Advice: Ignore Neighbor’s Whispers On Stock Tips, Focus On Long-Term Value This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has played down a message on social media by Julio Enciso after he was left out of the squad for the 3-1 defeat at Fulham . Enciso, pictured at the gym at the club’s training centre earlier today, stated: “Let no one extinguish your desire to achieve your dreams.” Advertisement Hurzeler, speaking after his side’s third league loss of the season at Craven Cottage said: “For sure I’m aware (of the posting). Julio is a young player, an important player. he has big dreams, wants to achieve things and he shows his willingness. I’m a big fan of this. “But in the end, I am the coach and I need to make tough decisions. I’ve said before this season it would be tough, because we have a big squad with a lot of offensive players. “Today it was case of going without Julio, but he is a player for us and we treat him like that. He is doing well in training and trying to improve, which is very positive.” Enciso has not started a Premier League game under Hurzeler, having been limited to seven substitute appearances in the first 14 games of the season. The 20-year-old was praised by Hurzeler last month for asking to play in the under-21s. He had 45 minutes in a 2-0 win against Anderlecht, a week after scoring a late equaliser for Paraguay in a 1-1 draw against Bolivia in South American World Cup qualifying. Enciso missed Brighton ’s pre-season tour of Japan in July after lobbying owner-chairman Tony Bloom to be allowed to represent his country in the Olympic Games in France, rather than taking an early opportunity to impress Hurzeler following the 31-year-old German’s June move from St Pauli. GO DEEPER Enciso is fulfilling his Olympics dream - but what will it mean for him and Brighton? (Top photo: Matt McNulty/Getty Images)Former US president Jimmy Carter has died aged 100. Mr Carter, a former peanut farmer, served one term in the White House between 1977 and 1981, taking over in the wake of the Watergate scandal and the end of the Vietnam War. After his defeat by Ronald Reagan, he spent his post-presidency years as a global humanitarian, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. His death on Sunday was announced by his family and came more than a year after he decided to enter hospice care. He was the longest-lived US president. His son, Chip Carter, said: “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights and unselfish love. “My brothers, sister and I shared him with the rest of the world through these common beliefs. “The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honouring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.” World leaders have paid tribute to Mr Carter, including US President Joe Biden, who was one of the first politicians to endorse Mr Carter for president in 1976 and said the world had “lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian”. He said: “Over six decades, we had the honour of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia. — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) “With his compassion and moral clarity, he worked to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil rights and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless, and always advocate for the least among us. “He saved, lifted, and changed the lives of people all across the globe.” Irish President Michael D Higgins said Mr Carter was “a principled man who dedicated his life to seeking to advance the cause of peace across the world”. He added: “On behalf of the people of Ireland, may I express my sympathies to President Carter’s children and extended family, to President Joe Biden, to the people of the United States, and to his wide circle of colleagues and friends across the globe.” Mr Carter is expected to receive a state funeral featuring public observances in Atlanta and Washington DC before being buried in his home town of Plains, Georgia. A moderate democrat born in Plains in October 1924, Mr Carter’s political career took him from the Georgia state senate to the state governorship and finally, the White House, where he took office as the 39th president. His presidency saw economic disruption amid volatile oil prices, along with social tensions at home and challenges abroad including the Iranian revolution that sparked a 444-day hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran. But he also brokered the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel, which led to a peace treaty between the two countries in 1979. After his defeat in the 1980 presidential election, he worked for more than four decades leading the Carter Centre, which he and his late wife Rosalynn co-founded in 1982 to “wage peace, fight disease, and build hope”. Under his leadership, the Carter Center managed to virtually eliminate Guinea Worm disease, which has gone from affecting 3.5 million people in Africa and Asia in 1986 to just 14 in 2023. Mrs Carter, who died last year aged 96, had played a more active role in her husband’s presidency than previous first ladies, with Mr Carter saying she had been “my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished”. Earlier this year, on his 100th birthday, Mr Carter received a private congratulatory message from the King, expressing admiration for his life of public service.A month later, Trump’s election win continues to upend Georgia politics
Jimmy Carter, the 100-year-old former US president and Nobel peace laureate who rose from humble beginnings in rural Georgia to lead the nation from 1977 to 1981, has died, his nonprofit foundation said Sunday. Carter had been in hospice care since mid-February 2023 at his home in Plains, Georgia — the same small town where he was born and once ran a peanut farm before becoming governor of the Peach State and running for the White House. Carter died “peacefully” at his home in Plains, “surrounded by his family,” The Carter Center said in a statement. “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights and unselfish love,” Chip Carter, the former president’s son, said in the statement. Carter was the oldest living ex-US leader and the nation’s longest-lived president — an outcome that seemed unlikely back in 2015 when the Southern Democrat revealed he had brain cancer. But the US Navy veteran and fervent Christian repeatedly defied the odds to enjoy a long and fruitful post-presidency, after four years in the Oval Office often seen as disappointing. During his single term, Carter placed a commitment on human rights and social justice, enjoying a strong first two years that included brokering a peace deal between Israel and Egypt dubbed the Camp David Accords. But his administration hit numerous snags — the most serious being the taking of US hostages in Iran and the disastrous failed attempt to rescue the 52 captive Americans in 1980. He also came in for criticism for his handling of an oil crisis. In November of that year, Republican challenger Ronald Reagan clobbered Carter at the polls, relegating the Democrat to just one term. Reagan, a former actor and governor of California, swept into office on a wave of staunch conservatism. – Active post-presidency – As the years passed, a more nuanced image of Carter emerged — one that took into account his significant post-presidential activities and reassessed his achievements. He founded the Carter Center in 1982 to pursue his vision of world diplomacy, and he was the recipient of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize for his tireless efforts to promote social and economic justice. He observed numerous elections around the world and emerged as a prominent international mediator, tackling global problems from North Korea to Bosnia. Carter, known for his toothy smile, said basic Christian tenets such as justice and love served as the bedrock of his presidency. He taught Sunday school at Maranatha Baptist, his church in Plains, well into his 90s. In recent years, he had received various hospital treatments, including when he revealed in August 2015 that he had brain cancer and was undergoing radiation. US Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia, who is the pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church where Martin Luther King Jr preached, wished the Carter family comfort as the former president entered hospice last year. “Across life’s seasons, President Jimmy Carter, a man of great faith, has walked with God,” Warnock wrote on X, then Twitter. “In this tender time of transitioning, God is surely walking with him.” In April 2021, President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, met with the Carters at their home in Plains. The White House later released a photo showing the couples smiling together, although only Rosalynn was seen by the press outside, bidding the Bidens farewell while using a walker. Rosalynn, Carter’s wife of 77 years, died on November 19, 2023 at age 96. The former president, who looked frail, poignantly appeared at her memorial service in a wheelchair, with a blanket on his lap bearing their likenesses. Carter is survived by the couple’s four children, three sons and a daughter. With 2,400 staff representing 100 different nationalities, AFP covers the world as a leading global news agency. AFP provides fast, comprehensive and verified coverage of the issues affecting our daily lives.Dazostinag sodium by Takeda Pharmaceutical for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Likelihood of ApprovalDr. Jerome Adams, who served as U.S. surgeon general during President-elect Donald Trump 's first term, warned on Saturday that the incoming administration needs a "strong infectious disease response plan" as cases rise in three public health threats. Adams, who was a member of then-president Trump's coronavirus task force in 2020, noted increases in cases of whooping cough, measles, and H5N1, also known as bird flu, in the country in a Saturday post on X, formerly Twitter . "The new administration had better have a strong infectious disease response plan- and had better ensure public health and vaccine confidence stays high. Or they'll be distracted with outbreaks for 4 years this time instead of 1," he wrote, referencing the COVID-19 pandemic. Newsweek has reached out to Adams for comment via email on Saturday. Adams' comments come days after Trump nominated vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the U.S. Health and Human Services Department (HHS), which leads America's public health agencies. Kennedy Jr. is on leave as the chair of the anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense and has long repeated the debunked claim that childhood vaccines cause autism. He also advocated against COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic . Despite insisting that he is not anti-vax and claiming that he's never told the public to avoid getting vaccinated, he is a vocal opponent to immunizations. Newsweek has also reached out to Kennedy Jr.'s press team and Trump's team for comment via email on Saturday. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ), like Adams, recommends vaccinations to prevent the spread of diseases at the population level. In response to Adams' X post, a user who said their grandson contracted whooping cough despite being vaccinated, wrote: "Let's be sure vaccines work before requiring them." Adams then replied back: "No medical treatment is 100% effective—and I'm sorry your grandson was one of the exceptions. But let's not confuse anecdotes with population-level evidence," reaffirming his support for vaccinations. Whooping Cough Whooping cough, or pertussis, cases are "up 5x this year," Adams said on Saturday of the highly contagious respiratory illness. There are currently around 25,216 cases reported as of November 16, compared to 5,404 reported in all of 2023. The CDC noted the shift is a "return to pre-pandemic [COVID-19] patterns." The spread of many contagious diseases decreased during the pandemic, largely due to social distancing. Newborns, infants, and people with pre-existing health conditions are at the greatest risk of severe symptoms. The bacteria spreads through the air, and people can remain contagious for weeks. The CDC recommends DTaP and Tdap vaccinations, depending on one's age, as a preventive measure. The number of children with all four recommended doses of the DTaP vaccine dropped by 2.5 percentage points between 2018 and 2021, according to recent CDC data. Measles Adams also warned about measles, noting that this year there have been "100,000 global measles deaths—mostly in kids." As of November 21, there have been 280 measles cases in the U.S. this year, with 16 outbreaks reported, a four-fold increase from four cases reported in 2023, per the CDC. About 40 percent of cases resulted in hospitalization. The CDC reported that 89 percent of the U.S. cases were individuals who were either unvaccinated or their vaccination status was not known. People with two Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) doses were only 4 percent of the impacted individuals. The number of children with at least one dose of the MMR vaccine dropped by 1.7 percentage points between 2018 and 2021, according to CDC data. Prior to the vaccine, the CDC reported that "an estimated 48,000 people were hospitalized and 400–500 people died in the United States each year." It also notes that two doses are 97 percent effective at prevention, although there are breakthrough infections. The infectious, airborne disease can result in a severe skin rash. Avian Flu Adams then turned to bird flu, writing on Saturday in his X post: "H5N1 steamrolling towards pandemic status. Egg prices skyrocketing." Bird flu spreads among wild birds to other poultry and animals, including dairy cows and humans. The virus is more common among animals, currently affecting 109 million poultry and 616 dairy herds across the U.S., according to the CDC as of November 22. Egg prices have risen due to the impact of bird flu on the supply chain. Infection in humans is most common after direct contact with animals , for instance after touching the saliva, mucus or feces of sick or dead birds. A person may be infected if the virus gets into their eyes, nose or mouth, or is inhaled, via droplets or dust in the air, or via contaminated surfaces. So far, the CDC labels it as a "low" public health risk, with 55 confirmed total cases this year, majority in California transmitted via cattle. Cases have also been reported in Washington, Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, Oregon, and Texas. Trump's Pick for Surgeon General On Friday, Trump named Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, as his pick for U.S. surgeon general. Nesheiwat is a practicing doctor who was on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic treating thousands of Americans. Nesheiwat is also a Fox News medical contributor and serves as a medical director at CityMD. Trump praised her "expertise and leadership," citing his collaboration with her as part of Operation Warp Speed, the U.S. plan to develop and deliver the COVID-19 vaccine – something Trump had shied away from discussing in his 2024 campaign after repeatedly taking credit for it after he left the White House in 2021. Nesheiwat's sister, Julia Nesheiwat, had served during the previous Trump administration as the Homeland Security adviser. Update 11/23/24, 4:50 p.m. ET: This article has been updated with additional information.
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Published 5:33 pm Sunday, December 29, 2024 By Data Skrive The Charlotte Hornets (7-24) are keeping their eye on five players on the injury report, including LaMelo Ball, ahead of their Monday, December 30 game against the Chicago Bulls (14-18) at Spectrum Center. The Bulls have listed four injured players. The game tips at 7:00 PM ET. Watch the NBA, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up. In their last time out, the Bulls won on Saturday 116-111 against the Bucks. Josh Giddey recorded 23 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for the Bulls. The Hornets head into this matchup on the heels of a 106-94 loss to the Thunder on Saturday. Miles Bridges put up 19 points, 10 rebounds and six assists for the Hornets. Sign up for NBA League Pass to get live and on-demand access to NBA games. Get tickets for any NBA game this season at StubHub. Catch NBA action all season long on Fubo. Bet on this or any NBA matchup at BetMGM. Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER .MeridianLink's Timothy Nguyen sells $1.12 million in stock
HOUSTON, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tidal Investments LLC (“Tidal”) announced today that Days Global Advisors (“DGA”), a leading innovator in ETF management, will change the listing exchange for shares of DGA Core Plus Absolute Return ETF (ticker: HF) from NYSE Arca, Inc. to the New York Stock Exchange LLC (“NYSE”), effective December 12, 2024. DGA is committed to enhancing the trading experience for its clients and investors. By listing on the NYSE, the ETF will benefit from the expertise of a Designated Market Maker (DMM). This strategic shift reflects DGA’s commitment to delivering superior investment products and optimizing trading outcomes for its investors. The ETF will commence trading on the NYSE as of the open of trading on December 12, 2024. Shareholders of the ETF are not anticipated to be impacted or need to take any action in connection with the change in listing exchange. The ticker of the ETF will remain unchanged. About Tidal Investments LLC Formed by ETF industry pioneers and thought leaders, Tidal Investments LLC sets out to revolutionize the way ETFs have historically been developed, launched, marketed, and sold. With a focus on growing AUM, Tidal offers a comprehensive suite of services, proprietary tools, and methodologies designed to bring lasting ideas to market. Tidal is an advocate for ETF innovation. The firm is on a mission to provide issuers with the intelligence and tools needed to efficiently and to effectively launch ETFs and to optimize growth potential in a highly competitive space. For more information, visit https://www.tidalfinancialgroup.com/ . About Days Global Advisors Days Global Advisors is a premier asset management firm specializing in innovative ETF solutions. With a focus on enhancing liquidity, transparency, and investor confidence, DGA delivers tailored investment products that align with market trends and investor needs. For more information, visit http://www.daysadvisors.com . Important Information Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. For a prospectus or summary prospectus with this and other information about the Fund, please visit our website at www.daysadvisors.com. Read the prospectus or summary prospectus carefully before investing. Investment Objective: The DGA Core Plus Absolute Return ETF seeks long-term capital appreciation as a primary objective, with capital preservation as a secondary objective. Investments involve risk. Principal loss is possible. New Fund Risk. The Fund is a recently organized management investment company with no operating history. As a result, prospective investors do not have a track record or history on which to base their investment decision. Shares May Trade at Prices Other Than NAV. As with all ETFs, Shares may be bought and sold in the secondary market at market prices. Although it is expected that the market price of Shares will approximate the Fund’s NAV, there may be times when the market price of Shares is more than the NAV intra-day (premium) or less than the NAV intra-day (discount) due to supply and demand of Shares or during periods of market volatility. Cybersecurity Risk. With the increased use of technologies such as the Internet to conduct business, the Fund is susceptible to operational, information security, and related risks. Equity Market Risk. The equity securities in which the Fund invests may experience sudden, unpredictable drops in value or long periods of decline in value. Political Criteria Risk. Because the Sub-Adviser evaluates the political activity of the companies in the Fund’s investment universe as part of its portfolio management process, it may forego some market opportunities available to other funds that do not consider political factors. Tidal Financial Group (Tidal) serves as the Investment Adviser for the Fund. Days Global Advisors (DGA) serves as the Sub-Adviser to the Fund. The Fund is distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC. Foreside, Tidal, and DGA are not related.
