In last week’s article I discussed the issue of American “balkanization” and the rapid migration of conservatives and moderates from large population centers and states that are becoming militant in their progressive ideology. In my home state of Montana there has been a surge of people trying to escape the chaos and oppression of leftist
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Sanofi (SNYNF) and Regeneron Pharma (REGN) have announced that the US Phase 3 trial of Kevzara (sarilumab) 400 mg in COVID-19 patients requiring mechanical ventilation did not meet its primary and key secondary endpoints when Kevzara was added to best supportive care compared to placebo. Minor positive trends were observed- but these trends did not reach statistical significance and
Take a look at some of the biggest movers in the premarket: Macy’s (M) – The retailer reported a first-quarter loss of $2.03 per share, with the loss and its revenue matching the numbers it gave in a preliminary report on June 9. Macy’s is expecting the pandemic to impact the U.S. economy for the
by Dr. Eowyn And to Hell goes America in the proverbial handbasket. Christine Rouselle reports for Catholic News Agency, July 2, 2020, that the city of Somerville, Massachusetts, has broadened its definition of domestic partnership to give polyamorous relationships the same rights as a married couple. The original draft of the city ordinance specified that a domestic
Intel Capital, Intel’s (INTC) investment arm, has announced a $255 million investment in Reliance Industries’ digital unit Jio Platforms Limited. The investment will translate into a 0.39% equity stake in Jio Platforms on a fully diluted basis, giving Jio a $69 billion enterprise value. Intel Capital joins a growing list of companies, including Facebook (FB),
Take a look at some of the biggest movers in the premarket: McDonald’s (MCD) – McDonald’s halted further reopenings of dine-in service at its restaurants, postponing them by three weeks due to a rise in Covid-19 cases. Restaurants, where dine-in service had already resumed, will be allowed to continue offering it if their local jurisdictions
Photo by Flickr.com | CC BY | Photoshopped From Birch Gold Group In a recent disclosure to Congress, the Fed revealed that it just purchased $429 million in bonds from 86 corporations. They did this through something called a Secondary Market Corporate Credit Facility (SMCCF). Buried on the Fed’s website, the press release explains the intention behind this purchase of bonds: The SMCCF will
Tesla Inc.’s (TSLA) CEO billionaire Elon Musk said that the electric car maker will be building so-called RNA microfactories to help Germany’s CureVac in the development of its Covid-19 vaccine candidate. Musk said in a Twitter post that Tesla was working on the mobile mRNA production units that CureVac calls RNA printers as a “side
by muy_libre Let me clarify: I’ve been laughing off people saying Hillary is going to replace Joe Biden and join the race last minute. I’m still not completely convinced. However, as we get closer to November, she’s becoming more and more visible as Biden largely stays locked in the basement… I think there’s a good
A view of the Wall Street street sign with the New York Stock Exchange during the coronavirus pandemic on May 25, 2020 in New York City. Noam Galai | Getty Images Stocks in the week ahead will focus on the severity of the spread of the coronavirus, during what should be a lull between Thursday’s
Amid the market’s wild roller coaster ride, one fact has become abundantly clear: COVID-19 is a game-changer. With the number of new cases spiking, the resumption of normality is fading farther off into the distance, taking hopes of a V-shaped recovery along with it. That said, regardless of the recovery’s shape, some argue that the
Employees wearing protective masks and gloves prepare drinks at a restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S., on Thursday, June 25, 2020. Jayme Gershen | Bloomberg | Getty Images Stocks rallied on a much stronger-than-expected gain in hiring, but the bond market appears to be looking to the future and there are real doubts about whether
by enronCoin I’ve had a lot of retards lately ask me how I pick the expiration date and strikes on my option plays. It’s a stupid question… but valid if you’re new to the game. I aim to help the less fortunate and spread knowledge to those who lack it. I don’t consider myself a
Nu Skin Enterprises (NUS) spiked 13% in extended trading on Wednesday after the skin care products maker ramped up its sales estimates for the second quarter as online transactions grow. Shares jumped to $43.45 in after-market trading. Nu Skin said it expects revenues in the second quarter to be in the range of $603
Customers dine outside at Via Carota restaurant in the West Village, New York City, June 26, 2020. Noam Galai | Getty Images Economists expect nearly 3 million jobs were created in June, as companies rehired workers they let go when the economy shut down. The monthly employment report, to be released Thursday, is surrounded by
by northmantrader Onto the dog days of summer. The first half of 2020 has been intense for all involved and the second half looks to be intense as well. Stepping back from the daily noise of headlines it may serve useful to look at the big picture. For now there is little doubt that the unprecedented
Kylie Cosmetics are displayed at Ulta beauty on November 18, 2019 in New York City. Kylie Cosmetics has sold a controlling stake to Coty Inc for a reported $600 Million. Coty Inc plans to buy 51% and the controlling share of Kylie Cosmetics, valuing it at $1.2 billion. Kylie Jenner will remain the public face
Via International Man International Man: While many have been distracted by the unrest in the US, tensions with China are soaring. Recently, Beijing passed a national security law that would undermine Hong Kong’s autonomy. What comes next for US-China relations? Doug Casey: I lived in Hong Kong, on and off, from 1985 to 2005. When
A woman walks past FedEx Corp. Ground vehicle parked in the Midtown neighborhood of New York, U.S., on Friday, Dec. 4, 2015. John Taggart | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. FedEx — Shares of FedEx jumped more than 14% after the company’s fourth quarter results blew past
by AC The ‘left’ in the USA appear to have gone batshit crazy. The actions of the American left are NOW literally sending voters TO Donald Trump every single day. Every time some video goes viral showing wanton looting and needless burning on the streets of the USA – more and more people make a
Take a look at some of the biggest movers in the premarket: Conagra Brands (CAG) – The food producer reported quarterly profit of 75 cents per share, 9 cents a share above estimates. Revenue also exceeded consensus and Conagra gave a current-quarter earnings forecast range that largely exceeds estimates as the pandemic helps spur a
With the outbreak of the coronavirus, volatility has become a seemingly ever-present facet of the stock market. While the current economic landscape has spurred fear among investors, others view market volatility as a unique buying opportunity. Opportunity is the key word – and sometimes the hardest thing for investors to see. To find names that can
A FedEx employee wearing a protective mask and gloves loads boxes into a truck amid the coronavirus pandemic on April 28, 2020 in New York City, Alexi Rosenfeld | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines after the bell. FedEx — The shipping company’s stock climbed 9% after the closing bell following its release of
Micron Technology’s hard drive for data center customers is presented at a product launch event in San Francisco, October 24, 2019. Stephen Nellis | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Micron — Micron traded more than 6% higher after the chip manufacturer posted better-than-expected results for the previous quarter. The company posted an
Traders wear masks as they work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues New York, May 27, 2020. Lucas Jackson | Reuters Nearly 70% of asset managers expect that a 20% correction is more likely than a 20% move higher in stocks, according to
Photo by Flickr.com | CC BY | Photoshopped From Birch Gold Group This week, Your News to Know rounds up the latest top stories involving gold and the overall economy. Stories include: Gold could break out above $2,000 in Q3, 5 reasons why gold is primed to go up, and gold as a new currency. Analyst: Gold is targeting its
Disney’s (DIS) plans for a gradual return to normality have been thrown into disarray, as the coronavirus has made it clear it has not left the building yet. The recent spike in cases caused the company to delay the opening of Disneyland in California, which was originally slated for July 17. Walt Disney World in
Shoppers ascend and descend escalators at the King of Prussia Mall, owned by Simon Property Group, United State’s largest retail shopping space, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Mark Makela | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines after the bell. Micron Technology — The technology company’s stock jumped as much as 6% in extended trading
by: Mike Adams (Natural News) America is now in the midst of a civil war, but only one side is fighting… the anti-America side. The enemies of America are not merely tearing down statues, beating white people on the streets, torching local businesses, seizing city property and assaulting police, they are intent on overthrowing the United
Gilead Sciences Inc. (GILD) on Monday priced its experimental coronavirus drug candidate remdesivir at $2,340 per patient for a 5-day treatment in the U.S. and other developed countries. The price for governments of developed countries is $390 per vial based on the assumption that patients are expected to receive a 5-day treatment course using 6