Can this change your thinking ?

Today’s Daily Byte

The market took a significant hit today, and this reaction was unexpected by many. The markets plunged from around 24,650 to 24,319, losing over 300 points in a single day. This comes after some solid bounces from support levels in recent sessions, signaling that something dramatically changed today.

Was it the disappointing fiscal and trade deficit numbers that were released, or was it the declaration from Trump about focusing on US manufacturing, job creation, tariffs on other countries, and tax cuts for companies producing within the US?

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Can this stat change your thinking ?

A recent study has revealed an eye-opening trend about the life span of companies in the S&P 500, which is one of the most prominent indices in the US stock market. On average, a company used to remain in the S&P 500 for about 25 to 35 years during the 1970s and 1980s. However, in today’s fast-paced world, this average has dropped significantly to just 17-18 years. This statistic reflects a major shift in the lifecycle of large companies and highlights the increasing competition and disruption across industries. . . . . .

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Concentration Risk and Luck

The list of the wealthiest people on the planet always makes headlines. Elon Musk tops the list with a staggering $447 billion. Jeff Bezos follows, though far behind at $249 billion. Mark Zuckerberg is close with $224 billion, while Larry Ellison and Bernard Arnault hold positions at $198 billion and $181 billion, respectively. Surprisingly, Warren Buffett—often regarded as the greatest investor of all time—lags behind many of these industry leaders. Equally noteworthy is the absence of any Indian billionaires in this list, at least for now.. . . . .

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