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With 450,000 route miles of fiber, Lumen Technologies is one of the United States' largest telecommunications carriers serving global enterprises. Its merger with Level 3 in 2017 and divestiture of much of its incumbent local exchange carrier, or ILEC, business in 2022 has shifted the company's operations away from its legacy consumer business and toward enterprises (now about 75% of revenue). Lumen offers businesses a full menu of communications services, providing colocation and data center services, data transportation, and end-user phone and internet service. On the consumer side, Lumen provides broadband and phone service across 37 states, where it has 4.5 million broadband customers.

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Live At CBS Vice Presidential Debate Governor Walz Says A Federal Program Of Paid Family Medical Leave Will Enhance Our Workforce And Our Families

On Tuesday, Republican Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio.) and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) faced off in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/41107455/walz-vs-vance-vp-debate-betting-odds-what-candidate-is-favored-plus-how-to-watch-likely-to">only vice-presidential debate</a> of the 2024 election cycle, in New York City.
The 90-minute debate was moderated by CBS News anchors Norah O&#8217;Donnell and Margaret Brennan.
This debate followed the presidential debate last month where Democratic nominee Kamala Harris was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40808499/trump-vs-harris-debates-results-are-in-flash-poll-shows-resounding-majority-pick-vice-president-as-w">declared the winner</a> against Donald Trump — a stark contrast to the previous matchup that led to President Joe Biden&#8217;s exit from the race.
What Happened: The debate jumped right into the ongoing Middle East crisis. The candidates were asked if they would support a pre-emptive strike on Iran by Israel. The backdrop of the debate was set on Tuesday when Iran <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/10/41126038/iran-attacks-israel-with-missiles-middle-east-tensions-escalates-s-p-500-stocks-bitcoin-fall-as-oil">fired nearly 200 missiles</a> at Israel.
The Two Candidates Shook Hands
The debate began shortly after 9 p.m., with Walz stepping out first, followed by Vance. After a handshake, Vance took his position at the lectern, and both candidates started jotting down notes on the provided pen and paper.
Middle-East Crisis
The Minnesota Governor responded to the first question about supporting a potential Israeli preemptive strike on Iran by reaffirming his strong backing for Israel.
He spoke about the importance of Israel&#8217;s right to self-defense following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7.
He then quickly shifted to criticize Trump&#8217;s foreign policy, citing concerns from the former President&#8217;s own national security advisers who warned of the dangers of him being in charge.
"When our allies see Donald Trump turn towards Vladimir Putin, turn towards North Korea, when we start to see that type of fickleness about holding the coalitions together — we will stay committed," Walz said.
Vance started off giving an introduction of himself, speaking about having a blue-collar upbringing.
He then said that Trump actually delivered stability to the world by establishing effective deterrence, people were afraid of stepping out of the line.
"It is up to Israel what they think they need to do to keep their country safe and we should support our allies wherever they are when they are fighting the bad guys," he said in response to the question.
Hurricane Helene And Climate Change
When asked about the Trump administration&#8217;s role in addressing climate change, Vance said that he and the former president prioritize &#8220;clean air and clean water.&#8221;
"Donald Trump and I support clean air and clean water," he said, and then added, "One of the things that I have noticed some of our Democratic friends talking a lot about is a concern about carbon emissions. This idea that carbon emissions drive all the climate change."
"If you believe that what would you want to do: the answer is you wanna restore as much as American manufacturing as possible and you'd want to produce as much energy as possible in the United States of America because we are the cleanest economy in the entire world."
He said Kamala Harris' policies have led to more energy production in China, more manufacturing overseas, and more doing business in some of the dirtiest parts of the world.
Walz targeted Trump saying that the former President once called climate change a hoax and joked that these things would make more beachfront properties to invest in.
The Minnesota Governor said that the current administration has been taking steps to mitigate the effects of climate change.
"To call it a hoax and to take the oil company executives to Mar-a-Lago, say, give me money from my campaign and I&#8217;ll let you do whatever you want, we can be smarter about that and an all-above energy policy is exactly what she&#8217;s doing, creating those jobs right here," he said.
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Immigration And Fact Check
Vance was asked about the Trump-Vance campaign's plan to carry out the largest deportation in the history of the U.S.
"She promised to undo all of Trump's immigration policies," said Vance about Harris and then touched on fenatyl and opiod crisis affecting the U.S.
He stressed on bring back Trump's immigration policies and rebuilding the wall.
"You make it harder for illegal immigrants to undercut the wages of American workers," said Vance on the impact of mass migration in to the country.
"The real family separation policy is unfortunately Kamala Harris' wide-open southern border," said Vance.
Walz responded by saying that opioid crisis was an issue but chose not to respond to Vance's assertion that children were being used as drug mules.
"Most of us want to solve this," said Walz. He singled out Harris' record in California for prosecuting transnational criminals.
"Donald Trump said, ‘No,'" said Walz. What would he talk about if legislation to tackle to immigration issue was passed.&nbsp;
He touched on the failure of Trump to get the wall funded by Mexico, something that Trump had promised to do.
"We already have massive child separation," said Vance on the question of separating children from parents. "We have a record of illegal crossings," said Vance. He referred to the Vice President as the "Border Czar," a term often used by his campaign.
"We fix this issue with a bill that is necessary," said Walz in response to overwhelming support for mass deportations in the U.S. He accused his political opponents of vilification of the issue because they did not want to address it.
"Gross majority" of what needs to be done is just empowering law enforcement, said Vance on whether the immigration issue needed legislation.
Vance mentioned Springfield, Ohio, a city in his home state that recently became a focal point of immigration discussions. Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40866950/donald-trumps-pet-eating-claims-shaking-up-springfield-ohio">falsely claimed</a> last month that Haitian immigrants in the town were eating pet animals.
Vance challenged the CBS host's fact-checking that a large number of Haitian immigrants in the city had legal status. However, his mike was cut while he was explaining the legal nitty-gritty around the status of these immigrants.
Economy And Common Sense
On the economy, Walz commended the Democratic administration for efforts to lower the cost of essentials, such as prescription drugs.
He highlighted the law passed two years ago, capping insulin prices at $35 per month for millions of Medicare recipients.
However, the Minnesota Governor overstated the pre-legislation cost, incorrectly stating that insulin had cost Americans &#8220;$800&#8221; before the law took effect.
CBS cited the Wharton School's analysis of the Trump plan and said it would increase the nation's debt by $5.8 trillion.
In response, Vance said that you will hear a lot of things from Walz about what Harris would do, and it sounds all good but you won't hear is that she has already done it.
"She's been the Vice President for three and a half years, she had the opportunity to enact all of these great policies and what she has actually done instead is drive the cost of food higher by 25%, drive the cost of housing higher by about 60%."
"If Kamala Harris has such great plans for how to address middle-class problems, then she ought to do them now, not when asking for a promotion, but in the job the American people gave her three and a half years ago."
"Now, Donald Trump's economic plan is not just a plan but it's also a record. A lot of those same economics that attacked Donald Trump's plan and they have Phds but they don't have common sense and they don't have wisdom," said Vance.
The Minnesota governor rebuffed Vance and Trump's campaign saying that they keep on targeting experts including economists, science, and national security folks.
&#8220;If you&#8217;re going to be president, you don&#8217;t have all the answers. Donald Trump believes he does,&#8221; he said. &#8220;My pro-tip is this: if you need heart surgery, listen to the people at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, not Donald Trump.&#8221;
Walz then addressed teachers, nurses, truck drivers, and other Americans, questioning the fairness of their annual tax payments while Trump managed to avoid paying income taxes for 10 out of 15 years.
Photo: J.D. Vance and Tim Walz, via Shutterstock
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JD Vance, Tim Walz Debate Sets A Different Tone, Candidates Discuss Israel-Iran Escalation, Immigration And Economic Agendas: 'If Kamala Harris Has Such Great Plans …'

Ispire Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISPR#NASDAQ">ISPR</a>), a leader in vaping technology, is set to unveil its groundbreaking I-80 vapor device filling machine at the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/cannabis-conference/">Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference</a> in Chicago on October 8-9. The I-80 promises to revolutionize cannabis production, delivering efficiency and cost savings that could transform the industry&#8217;s landscape.
"The I-80 isn't just a machine; it's a game-changing solution to the capacity challenges that have hindered cannabis operators for years,&#8221; said Michael Wang, co-CEO of Ispire. &#8220;We're not just improving productivity – we're leading a paradigm shift in cannabis production efficiency." Wang also positioned the I-80 as the future of production efficiency in the cannabis industry.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Unmatched Speed And Efficiency</h3>
Capable of filling and sealing 4,000 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/08/40341814/tony-starks-choice-vape-synergy-innovations-strategic-move-to-restore-brands-identity-lead-market">vapor devices</a> per hour, the I-80 is 2x faster than current automated systems and offers a 10x improvement in efficiency over manual production methods.&nbsp;
This significant boost in productivity addresses long-standing capacity challenges faced by cannabis operators, especially multi-state operators (MSOs) as well as single-state operators (SSOs).
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cost Savings And Workflow Optimization</h3>
The I-80 is designed not just for speed but for cost savings. Cannabis companies can expect to save $1,000 for every 10,000 units produced, thanks to the machine&#8217;s integrated self-sealing technology, which eliminates the need for separate capping. 
This feature alone improves workflow efficiency by 1,000% over manual methods and 100% over other automated systems, giving operators a competitive edge.
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Live At CBS Vice Presidential Debate Governor Walz Says I Think There's A Capacity To Find Solutions To Protect Second Amendment And Protect Our Children

Leading cryptocurrencies plummeted Tuesday as Iran's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/10/41126038/iran-attacks-israel-with-missiles-middle-east-tensions-escalates-s-p-500-stocks-bitcoin-fall-as-oil">missile barrage toward Israel</a> sparked fears of a full-blown regional war in the Middle East.
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>-3.48%</td>
<td>$61,118.92</td>
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<td>-5.66%</td>
<td>$2,464.05</td>
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<td>-6.29%</td>
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What Happened: Bitcoin plunged to a nearly two-week low of $60,370 as Iran launched a missile attack against Israel. The leading cryptocurrency recovered to $61,000 when the attack ended.
Ethereum witnessed a steeper drop, crashing to levels not seen since Aug. 19.
Total cryptocurrency liquidations exceeded $521 million in the last 24 hours, the highest since the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/08/40181335/global-stock-market-meltdown-has-more-to-do-with-macro-funds-stuck-in-wrong-way-aro">Black Monday meltdown</a> in August. Nearly $450 million in bullish bets were erased.&nbsp;
Bitcoin's Open Interest dropped 4.79% in the last 24 hours, while Ethereum saw a 5.6% decline in funds locked in its futures market.
The market sentiment fell from plunged into the "Fear" zone, according to the popular Cryptocurrency Fear &amp; Greed Index, implying significant FUD and selling pressure.
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The global cryptocurrency stood at $2.14 trillion in the last 24 hours, following a contraction of&nbsp; 4.16% in the last 24 hours.
The stock market felt the pinch as well, dampening the high enthusiasm coming off last month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated 173.18 points, or 0.41%, to end at 42,156.97. The S&amp;P 500 slipped 0.93% to close at 5,708.75, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite ended 1.53% lower at 17,910.36.
War fears caused a spike in crude oil prices, with the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rising 1.66% to $70.86 a barrel. Additionally, spot gold rose past $2,660 per ounce on safe-haven demand, but retreated later after the missile attack ended.&nbsp;
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Analyst Notes: Legendary trader Peter Brandt stated that Bitcoin's recent rally was didn't defy its 7-month trend of lower highs and lower lows.
"Only a close above 71,000 confirmed by a new ATH will indicate that the trend from the Nov 2022 low remains in force," Brandt added.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The recent rally in Bitcoin did NOT disturb the 7-month sequence of lower highs and lower lows. <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> Only a close above 71,000 confirmed by a new ATH will indicate that the trend from the Nov 2022 low remains in force <a href="https://t.co/lFO9A20VPD">pic.twitter.com/lFO9A20VPD</a>
&mdash; Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeterLBrandt/status/1841270939901911145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Widely-followed cryptocurrency commentator, MartyParty blamed big whales for the intense sell-offs, deeming it "pure manipulation" to eliminate bullish longs using war narratives. 
"Whales sell large amounts of crypto, the red candles cause panic, the price drops, paper hands panic sell,  same whales buy back and accumulate more tokens. That&#8217;s the game," he explained, urging his followers not to fall for this.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">I analyze Bitcoin flows, majority of the selling today was from known market maker and exchange addresses aka Whales. This is pure manipulation to eliminate leverage longs using the &quot;war narratives&quot; to distribute according to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Wykoff?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Wykoff</a> reaccumulation strategy. Whales sell…
&mdash; MartyParty (@martypartymusic) <a href="https://twitter.com/martypartymusic/status/1841221565590958567?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Live At CBS Vice Presidential Debate Senator Vance Says Pharmaceuticals That We Put In The Bodies Of Our Children Are Manufactured By Nations That Hate Us; This Has To Stop

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Former President Donald Trump has reportedly withdrawn from a scheduled appearance on CBS &#8220;60 Minutes.&#8221;
What Happened: Both Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris had initially agreed to feature in the show&#8217;s election special, set to air next Monday, as reported by <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/media/4910610-donald-trump-pulls-out-60-minutes-interview-cbs-news/">The Hill</a>. Trump was to be interviewed by Scott Pelley, while Harris was to converse with Bill Whitaker. However, the Trump campaign has now chosen to withdraw from the event.
Despite Trump&#8217;s withdrawal, CBS News confirmed that the election special will continue as planned, featuring the interview with Harris. The network also reiterated its standing invitation to Trump for an interview on &#8220;60 Minutes&#8221;.
Trump was the first to accept the interview request from &#8220;60 Minutes&#8221;, under the assumption that both White House candidates would receive equal airtime, a source told the publication. However, a spokesperson for Trump informed the show on Tuesday that the ex-president would not be participating.
The Trump campaign disputed CBS News&#8217; claims, stating that no interview was definitively scheduled. Steven Cheung, the Trump campaign's communications director, accused the show of begging for an interview and insisted that the discussions were preliminary and nothing was confirmed.
Cheung said that CBS insisted on &#8220;live fact checking&#8221; which he said was &#8220;unprecedented.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Fake News. 60 Minutes begged for an interview, even after they were caught lying about Hunter Biden's laptop back in 2020. There were initial discussions, but nothing was ever scheduled or locked in. They also insisted on doing live fact checking, which is unprecedented. <a href="https://t.co/l7xIacc1JK">https://t.co/l7xIacc1JK</a>
&mdash; Steven Cheung (@TheStevenCheung) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheStevenCheung/status/1841242913302327506?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: This withdrawal follows a series of debates and scheduled appearances leading up to the 2024 presidential election. Both Trump and Harris were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/09/41011819/trump-harris-could-appear-in-back-to-back-60-minutes-interviews-could-paramount-stock-be-a-">expected to appear</a> in back-to-back &#8220;60 Minutes&#8221; interviews. This was seen as a potential media win for CBS and its parent company, Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>).
However, Trump&#8217;s reluctance to participate in further debates has been noted. As mentioned in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41037884/its-trump-not-harris-says-fox-anchor-bret-baier-on-delayed-second-debate">Benzinga article</a> in September, Fox News anchor Bret Baier attributed the delay in a second debate to Trump, not Harris.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised retaliation against Iran for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/10/41126038/iran-attacks-israel-with-missiles-middle-east-tensions-escalates-s-p-500-stocks-bitcoin-fall-as-oil">firing over 180 missiles</a> into Israel on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Iran warned of &#8220;vast destruction&#8221; if Israel retaliates, heightening fears of a broader conflict.
What Happened: Despite the missile onslaught, no injuries were reported in Israel. However, a casualty was reported in the occupied West Bank. Iran&#8217;s foreign ministry maintained that its operation was defensive, targeting only Israeli military and security facilities.
Israel&#8217;s U.N. ambassador stated that the country will decide when and how to respond to Iran&#8217;s launch of nearly 200 ballistic missiles, emphasizing that the retaliation &#8220;will be noticed&#8221; and &#8220;painful.&#8221; He warned Iran against testing Israel&#8217;s capabilities, while stressing that Israel does not seek war but cannot ignore such attacks on its civilians, <a href="https://apnews.com/live/israel-lebanon-ground-operation-updates">reported</a> the Associated Press.
Iran&#8217;s armed forces stated that any direct intervention by Israel&#8217;s supporters against Tehran would trigger a &#8216;strong attack&#8217; from Iran on their &#8216;bases and interests&#8217; in the region, reported Reuters.
Iran&#8217;s military chief, Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, warned that Iran would strike all of Israel&#8217;s infrastructure if it takes action against Iran. He stated that the Revolutionary Guard is ready to repeat missile attacks with &#8220;multiplied intensity&#8221; and emphasized that while Iran avoided targeting civilians, it remains a feasible option, according to AP.
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Why It Matters: The missile attack from Iran follows a period of escalating tensions in the Middle East. Prior to the attack, the U.S. had increased its military presence in the region due to the rising tensions. 
The U.S. had <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/24/10/41120592/iran-set-to-launch-ballistic-missile-attack-against-israel-report">also warned</a> that an attack in the region was imminent. The attack has had a significant impact on global markets, with investors reacting to the potential implications of the escalating conflict. 
Gold and oil prices <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/24/10/41129967/market-sells-off-over-irans-attack-on-israel-port-strikes-hurricane-helene-national-se">surged following the attack</a>, with the United States Oil Fund up 3% and the SPDR Gold Trust rising 1%. Major market indexes fell, including the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), down 0.9%, and the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), down 1.4%. Technology stocks were hit the hardest, while defense and oil stocks saw gains. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) also dropped 2%.
Price Action: At the time of writing, SPY traded 0.15% lower in the after-hours session at $567.74 and QQQ was lower by almost 0.3% at $480.01.
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Top Democrats from influential House committees are urging the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to expedite the process of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cannabis-rescheduling">rescheduling cannabis.</a>
In a letter sent to Attorney General Merrick Garland and DEA Administrator Anne Milgram, Representatives Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) and Frank Pallone (D-NJ), ranking members of the Judiciary and Energy &amp; Commerce Committees respectively, stressed the need for quick action following a scientific review by the Biden administration.
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According to <a href="https://www.marijuanamoment.net/top-congressional-democrats-push-dea-to-swiftly-reschedule-marijuana-and-continue-to-assess-full-legalization/">Marijuana Moment</a>, the lawmakers argue that cannabis has &#8220;less potential for abuse than other drugs&#8221; and serves an &#8220;accepted medical use in treatment.&#8221;
Their comments align with recommendations from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Justice, which have called for the reclassification of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
&#8220;We value the Department of Justice's steadfast commitment to prevent the misuse and diversion of controlled substances that pose a threat to public health," Nadler and Pallone wrote.
The lawmakers applauded the Biden administration for initiating the review and urged the DEA to &#8220;swiftly complete this process and transfer marijuana to schedule III.&#8221;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Push For Full Descheduling</h3>
While the immediate focus is on rescheduling to Schedule III, which would loosen some federal restrictions on cannabis, the legislators also urged federal agencies to explore further reform. 
They said that &#8220;continuing to assess whether schedule IV, schedule V, or descheduling may be appropriate&#8221; could be the next step in aligning cannabis policy with evolving scientific and medical understanding. 
Descheduling, which would remove cannabis from the CSA entirely, remains a key objective for many advocates and lawmakers, including Nadler, who has previously sponsored the MORE Act &#8211; a bill that would result in full legalization.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Election-Year Focal Point</h3>
The timing of the lawmakers' push comes as cannabis policy increasingly takes center stage in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40785015/harris-campaign-accuses-trump-of-blatant-pandering-and-lying-about-his-cannabis-support-announce">U.S. election politics.</a> Both major parties are positioning themselves on the issue as the 2024 presidential election approaches. 
However, final action on the rescheduling is not expected until after November, with the DEA scheduling an administrative hearing on the matter for December 2. This hearing will allow for further input from experts and stakeholders before the agency potentially finalizes its decision.
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Vice President&nbsp;Kamala Harris&nbsp;continues to lead former President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;in a head-to-head poll of likely voters with less than 50 days to go until the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-election" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;2024 presidential election.</a>
What Happened: Harris maintains a five-point lead over Trump and continues to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40993290/trump-vs-harris-2024-election-betting-odds-show-vice-president-maintains-lead-as-race-near"> lead betting odds</a> and prediction markets against the former president with Tuesday's vice president debate a potential catalyst for the 2024 election.
A new Morning Consult poll of likely voters shows Harris' lead at five points for the week. The new <a href="https://pro.morningconsult.com/trackers/2024-presidential-election-polling?utm_source=briefing&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=washington_am&amp;utm_content=100124">poll </a>shows the following results from voters, with the results from the Sept. 24 poll in parentheses:
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<li>Kamala Harris: 51% (50%)</li>
<li>Donald Trump: 46% (45%)</li>
<li>Someone Else: 2% (2%)</li>
<li>Don't Know: 2% (3%)</li>
</ul>
The poll found that 94% of Democrats backed Harris as their top pick, in line with last week&#8217;s poll. The poll also found 92% of Republicans backed Trump as their top pick, up one percentage point from last week's poll.
Independent voters selected the following as their head-to-head preference, with the results from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/09/41016272/harris-vs-trump-2024-election-poll-shows-good-bad-news-for-each-candidate">Sept. 24 poll</a> in parentheses:
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<li>Kamala Harris:&nbsp;45% (46%)</li>
<li>Donald Trump: 44% (42%)</li>
<li>Someone Else: 5% (6%)</li>
<li>Don&#8217;t Know:&nbsp;5% (6%)</li>
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The vice president also has the edge in the 18-34 age voters demographic, leading 53% to 43%. The 10-point lead is down from last week's 12-point lead and a lead of 15-points two weeks ago. &nbsp;
Among Black voters, Harris leads by 77% to 19%.
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Why It's Important: Trump showed gains among Black voters, Independent voters and Republican voters on the week, which is potentially bad news for Harris.
The good news for Harris and running mate Tim Walz is that the favorable ratings of the Democratic Party candidates continue to rank ahead of their counterparts.
The latest poll shows Harris with a favorable rating of 52%, down one point from last week's poll and a record high. With an unfavorable rating of 46%, Harris' net favorability is +6 pints, down from last week's record +9 points.
For comparison, Trump has a 44% favorable rating and 54% unfavorable rating, compared to 45% and 53%, respectively, in last week's poll. Trump's net favorability is -10 points, down from last week's -9 points. Trump's net favorability has often been negative during the election cycle.
When it comes to running mates, Harris' vice-presidential pick Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz ranks significantly ahead of Trump's vice-presidential pick Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance in net favorability. Walz has a net favorability of +6 while Vance has a net favorability of -9. The net favorability ratings were +9 and -10 respectively in last week's poll
Walz has a favorable rating of 45% and unfavorable rating of 39%. Vance has a favorable rating of 39% and an unfavorable rating of 48%.
Walz and Vance will<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/41107455/walz-vs-vance-vp-debate-betting-odds-what-candidate-is-favored-plus-how-to-watch-likely-to"> face off Tuesday night </a>in a vice president debate that airs at 9 p.m. ET on CBS, a unit of Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARAA#NASDAQ">PARAA</a>).
CBS News begins coverage of the debate at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and affiliate networks. The debate and coverage can also be streamed on Paramount+, CBSNews.com and YouTube. Paramount will allow simulcasting by other networks.
The debate will be 90 minutes in length with two planned four-minute commercial breaks. The candidates are not allowed to interact with their campaign teams during the commercial breaks.
Prediction market Polymarket lists a 73% chance that Walz is the winner of the debate based on YouGov surveys, which could strengthen Harris' lead in coming election polls.
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Mark Spitznagel, co-founder of Universa Investments, believes the stock market is in a "Goldilocks phase" following the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/opinion/24/10/41126981/chinas-stimulus-creates-huge-bullish-option-trades">Federal Reserve's rate cuts and China's stimulus measures.</a> After a crash last month, the market surged to new highs, but Spitznagel warns this euphoria won't last in an<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-26/stock-market-s-goldilocks-zone-is-in-danger-of-an-abrupt-end?sref=TBDibEcD"> interview with Bloomberg. </a>He predicts a looming recession and believes the current rally is only temporary.
Spitznagel, known for his focus on "tail-risk" hedging, which protects against extreme, unexpected market events, says the biggest market bubble in history is about to burst. He foresees stagflation in the future, where the Fed will have to act, but it won't be enough to save the economy. Spitznagel has had success hedging through large downturns in the market, utilizing out-of-the-money put options as a way to &#8220;buy insurance&#8221; against market routs. Buying puts on the overall market through the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) or similar broad-exposure ETFs could be a way to protect against market volatility. Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/24/10/41129967/market-sells-off-over-irans-attack-on-israel-port-strikes-hurricane-helene-national-se">Market Sells Off Over Iran&#8217;s Attack On Israel, Port Strikes, Hurricane Helene: National Security Adviser Calls Attack &#8216;Defeated And Ineffective&#8217;</a>
Spitznagel said that while the market might continue to soar in the short term, it will soon exit the Goldilocks zone, potentially by the end of the year. With the recent &#8220;uninversion&#8221; of the yield curve, Spitznagel feels the market is now in "black swan territory." What Is A Black Swan Event: A black swan event is an unpredictable event that leads to market volatility. The COVID-19 market crash is a recent example of a black swan event. He also criticized traditional investment strategies like diversification, calling them a "big lie." He argues that modern portfolio theory has distracted investors, often making them poorer in the long run. Instead, he urges investors to focus on how their portfolios will perform in both good and bad markets.
According to Spitznagel, the key is to protect against one's own tendencies, not just market movements. Rather than fixating on what the market will do next, investors should think about how they'll react in boom and bust scenarios to avoid emotional mistakes like selling at the low and buying at the high.
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Despite pouring millions into the push for adult-use cannabis legalization, Florida's cannabis market is showing signs of strain.&nbsp;
According to a recent report from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/beacon-securities-limited">Beacon Securities</a>, financial backing for the legalization campaign has surged, yet dispensary sales have slipped during the third quarter of 2024.&nbsp;
Companies like Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCNNF#OTC">TCNNF</a>) and Curaleaf Holdings Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CURLF#OTC">CURLF</a>) are leading the charge with significant contributions, but the growing number of dispensaries and external factors, such as Hurricane Helene, have raised questions about whether the market's fundamentals justify the hype.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Turbocharged</h3>
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/41036799/desantis-provokes-outrage-over-taxpayer-funded-ads-linking-marijuana-legalization-to-car-crashes">Smart &amp; Safe Florida </a>campaign, responsible for spearheading the adult-use legalization efforts, received a significant financial push in September.&nbsp;
According to the report by analysts Doug Cooper, Russell Stanley and Donangelo Volpe, Trulieve Cannabis recently added $9.5 million to its contributions, while Curaleaf contributed $1 million. To date, the campaign has raised over $100 million, with more than $24 million still available. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Diluted Growth</h3>
Per-dispensary sales in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/41002710/your-cousins-in-florida-like-their-weed-why-hispanic-voters-could-tip-the-scale-for-cannabis-wil">Florida</a> showed signs of softening during Q3, impacted by an increasing number of dispensaries and temporary disruptions like Hurricane Helene.&nbsp;
The state saw a 4% quarter-over-quarter (q/q) rise in dispensaries, with nine companies adding a total of 26 new locations.&nbsp;
According to the report, Trulieve alone accounted for 12 of these openings.&nbsp;
Overall, flower sales volume in the state increased 3% q/q, while oil-based product sales dipped 1%, with both categories showing slower growth compared to the previous quarter.
On a per-dispensary basis, flower sales volumes slipped 1% q/q, while oil-based product sales fell 5%.&nbsp;
These figures likely reflect the increased competition from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40990665/cannabis-sales-bloom-in-first-north-carolina-weed-store-marijuana-footprint-in-florida-grows-as-">new dispensaries</a> and effect of storm-related closures.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Top Players See Mixed Results&nbsp;</h3>
Trulieve, the dominant player in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40969689/desantis-urges-gop-to-oppose-cannabis-legalization-as-party-splits-over-trump-marijuana-endorsem">Florida</a>, maintained its leadership position despite mixed results in both product categories. Its flower sales increased by 1% q/q, although the company lost 68 basis points (bps) in market share, now standing at 38%. In the oil-based product category, Trulieve&#8217;s sales remained flat, but it gained 50 bps in market share, increasing its lead to 31%.
Curaleaf, the second-largest operator in Florida, reported a strong 11% rise in flower sales volumes, boosting its market share by 79 bps to 10%. However, its oil-based product sales fell 2%, though it retained its second-place ranking with a 13% market share despite a slight loss of share.
Verano Holdings Corp. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRNOF#OTC">VRNOF</a>) had flat flower sales following sequential declines in Q1 and Q2, which were attributed to capacity upgrades. The company's market share in flower sales slipped by 19 bps, landing at 7%, keeping its third-place ranking. Verano's oil-based product sales dropped 8%, reducing its share by 68 bps to 9%.
Ayr Wellness Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYRWF#OTC">AYRWF</a>) experienced strong growth in flower sales, up 12% q/q, which increased its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40753011/ayr-wellness-conditional-approval-for-medical-marijuana-operations-in-virginia-what-it-means-for">market share</a> by 51 bps to over 6%, ranking fourth in the state. However, its oil-based product sales declined 7%, dropping its share by 72 bps, though it maintained its third-place position with a 12% market share.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Smaller Players </h3>
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<li>Cresco Labs Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRLBF#OTC">CRLBF</a>) saw solid growth in both product categories, with flower sales volumes rising 7% q/q, raising its market share by 20 bps to 5%. The company&#8217;s oil-based product sales increased 6%, adding 23 bps in market share, taking it up to 4%.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Green Thumb Industries Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTBIF#OTC">GTBIF</a>) posted mixed results, with flower sales declining by 18% q/q, lowering its market share by 45 bps to 2%. However, its oil-based product sales surged by 26%, adding 48 bps to its market share, also reaching 2%.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLNHF#OTC">PLNHF</a>) managed to hold its ground in the oil-based products segment, with market share flat at 2% despite a 2% sales decline. However, the company's flower sales fell 12%, reducing its market share by 47 bps to just under 3%.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Florida's $100M Bet: What's At Stake</h3>
With adult-use cannabis legalization on the horizon through Amendment 3, Florida's market is set to see significant changes. According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38470560/landing-in-floridas-cannabis-market-legal-adult-use-marijuana-could-yield-874m-in-2">BDSA data</a>, total cannabis sales in Florida are projected to grow at a 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028, reaching $4.5 billion by the end of that period.
However, legislative uncertainties surrounding the expansion of adult-use licenses add unpredictability to the market, with over 600 dispensaries already in operation and medical cannabis sales hitting $2.6 billion in 2023.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hype-Worthy?</h3>
Pablo Zuanic&#8216;s analysis paints an optimistic picture for Florida's cannabis market, predicting a $6 billion valuation and significant growth for operators like Cansortium and AYR Wellness<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38037571/floridas-6b-cannabis-market-anticipates-400-growth-following-court-decision-allowin"> if adult-use legalization passes in November 2024</a>.&nbsp;
Zuanic forecasts up to 400% growth for AYR and substantial upside for other major players, highlighting the potential market explosion. However, when compared to the recent Beacon Securities report, which shows slipping per-dispensary sales and slowing growth, the question remains whether the market fundamentals can sustain this anticipated boom.&nbsp;
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Marijuana Pepsi Vandyck has spent her life embracing a name that has drawn attention, often unwanted, and most always raising eyebrows.
Marijuana was given the name by her mother who was convinced it would provide notoriety and "take her around the world." What the name did was put her in the position of having to answer a million questions and fend off judgment.
Her parents were of the post-Woodstock era when cannabis was coming into its own across the country. "And they would cool off with a Pepsi," Marijuana's aunt,&nbsp;Mayetta Jackson told the <a href="http://archive.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/40874017.html/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Journal-Sentinel</a>. "I thought it was crazy, but they were such fun-loving people that it suited them." Marijuana's sisters have relatively common names,&nbsp;Kimberly&nbsp;and&nbsp;Robin.
Despite the challenges, Marijuana Pepsi says she&#8217;s proud of her name and never considered changing it, <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/10/01/lifestyle/woman-named-marijuana-pepsi-from-birth-will-never-change-her-name/">wrote</a> the New York Post. Until she was about 10 years old, she thought &#8220;Marijuana was just a beautiful name.&#8221; But when she moved to a new city, she became keenly aware that her name was different.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Got A Nickname? Black Names In White Classrooms</h1>
"When people find out my name, they ask my nickname instead. I tell them if calling me Marijuana isn't comfortable, they can call me Dr. Vandyck." 
Indeed, Marijuana, who married Fredrick Vandyck in 2017, earned a Ph.D. in higher education leadership from Cardinal Stritch University in 2019. Her dissertation topic was "Black Names in White Classrooms: Teacher Behaviors and Student Perceptions," which looked at the effects of unique names on the educational experiences of Black students. 
Her research found that students with distinctly Black names were subject to disrespect, stereotypes and low academic and behavioral expectations. Marijuana said her own name elicited the strongest reactions from white teachers.
&#8220;A lot of other people were thinking [my mom] was smoking marijuana and drinking Pepsi,&#8221; she <a href="https://www.npr.org/2019/06/21/734839666/dr-marijuana-pepsi-wont-change-her-name-to-make-other-people-happy">told</a> NPR, neither of which was the case. &#8220;In the black community, we&#8217;re used to having names that are more cultural.&#8221;
Marijuana works at the Community College of Baltimore County, where she uses her platform to promote positive educational experiences and challenge societal norms around identity and expectations. She is also the founder and executive director of&nbsp;Action As Empowerment&nbsp;Consulting &amp; Solutions, LLC. 
People often assume, again wrongly, that she consumes weed or drinks a lot of Pepsi. In fact, she does neither and never has. 
And when weed companies come calling with offers for promotional opportunities, she declines.
"I do get hit up by marijuana companies, but I wouldn't do anything with them unless it was centered around education,&#8221; Marijuana Pepsi said.
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Investment manager fund Chicago Atlantic recently <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241001828224/en/Chicago-Atlantic-and-Silver-Spike-Close-Loan-Portfolio-Acquisition-and-Joint-Venture-Transactions">acquired</a> Silver Spike Investment Corp. (NASDAD: SSIC), the only SEC-approved business development company (BDC) focused on lending to the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/cannabis">cannabis industry</a>.
As a result, Silver Spike has been renamed Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc., and its ticker symbol will change to $LIEN on October 2, 2024. Chicago Atlantic originates senior secured loans to state-licensed cannabis operators and has consistently traded at a premium.=
"Chicago Atlantic seeks to capitalize on opportunities in private markets by providing debt capital to lower middle-market companies, typically non-sponsor, and unique industries facing structural reasons for an insufficient supply of capital," said the company&#8217;s new CEO, Andreas Bodmeier.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Significant Timing For Cannabis Investors</h3>
The acquisition comes at a critical moment for the cannabis industry, as both <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40677600/harris-campaign-slams-donald-trump-over-cannabis-shift-calls-it-brazen-flip-flop">presidential candidates </a>are signaling support for marijuana reform, rescheduling of cannabis could boost cash flow in the sector. This shift will likely benefit the company's cannabis-focused lending platform.
"We are excited about the prospects for further growth within our core activity of providing capital to high-quality operators within the cannabis ecosystem,&#8221; said Scott Gordon, executive chairman and co-chief Investment Officer. &#8220;As one of the largest direct lenders to the sector, we see significant potential to continue playing an important role in shaping the flow of much-needed debt financing to the industry."
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The merger also creates a unique opportunity for investors. 
Chicago Atlantic BDC allows access to credit alpha that differs from traditional BDCs or private credit funds. Bodmeier pointed out the value of this position, noting that "the rapidly growing cannabis sector represents a compelling example of an industry where capital is in short supply."
This acquisition and joint venture between Chicago Atlantic and Silver Spike are expected to strengthen the company's role in providing financing solutions to cannabis operators.
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The Company&rsquo;s board of directors approved such action on August 22, 2024, and the affected employees were informed of this action beginning on October 1, 2024.
The suspension of the Company&rsquo;s operations in China will involve declaring the Company&rsquo;s wholly-owned subsidiary dormant, which is a legal entity status available under current China law. Under this legal entity status, operational activities cease for a time period not to exceed three years.
By pursuing this entity status, the Company will initiate a project to suspend current operational activities, which are estimated to cease on or before December 31, 2024. Suspension activities include disposal and shipment of certain equipment in China, the termination of 2 employees and related benefit costs, and legal entity filing fees.
In connection with this action, the Company estimates that it will incur approximately $400,000 to $500,000 of costs, primarily consisting of employee termination payments, as well as equipment disposal and shipment and legal filing fees. The Company expects that these charges will be incurred primarily in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, driving a global revolution across sectors. Investors looking to benefit from this growth can consider adding fundamentally strong AI stocks Microsoft (MSFT), NVIDIA (NVDA), and Alphabet (GOOGL) to their portfolios to capture the potential gains. Read on… The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution is reshaping industries and economies at an unprecedented pace, driving remarkable growth and transformation across the globe. With its branches spreading to various industries around the world, an incoming industrial revolution caused by the effective nature of AI would be an educated guess.
Considering this backdrop, it could be a wise move for investors to add shares of Microsoft Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">MSFT</a>), NVIDIA Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NVDA/">NVDA</a>), and Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>) to their portfolio to ride on the wave of the incoming industrial revolution.
Artificial Intelligence is at the forefront of <a href="https://www.weforum.org/about/the-fourth-industrial-revolution-by-klaus-schwab/">the Fourth Industrial Revolution</a>, a term coined by Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, in his 2016 book, The Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Emerging technologies such as AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics are converging with the physical, digital, and biological realms. This convergence is profoundly reshaping economies, industries, and societies, driving a new era of innovation and transformation.
The potential of AI is unmatchable, with the technology creeping its way into several sectors. These innovations around AI are still in full swing, with tech giants pouring billions into the technology and nations hoarding the chips required for future AI ambitions.
Statista projects the AI market size to hit <a href="https://www.statista.com/outlook/tmo/artificial-intelligence/worldwide">$184 billion by 2024</a>, with the United States leading globally at $50.16 billion. On another note, a recent study by PwC estimates that AI could boost the global economy by a staggering <a href="https://bostoninstituteofanalytics.org/blog/the-future-of-ai-how-artificial-intelligence-will-change-the-world/">$15.7 trillion by 2030</a>, equating to the combined economic output of China and India.
The boom in AI has also led to President Biden issuing a landmark <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/01/29/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-key-ai-actions-following-president-bidens-landmark-executive-order/">Executive Order</a> to strengthen AI safety and security and encourages recognizing AI's enormous promise, and deepening the United States' position in AI innovation. The order directed increased investment in AI innovation and new efforts to attract and train workers with AI expertise.
Given the favorable market position AI is currently in, let us discuss the fundamentals of three AI stocks that are leading forth the industrial revolution, starting with #3.
Stock #3: Microsoft Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">MSFT</a>)
MSFT is a tech giant that innovates in software, services, and devices. Its divisions include Productivity &amp; Business Processes; Intelligent Cloud; and More Personal Computing. The company's flagship offerings include Office, Microsoft Teams, and advanced solutions like Microsoft Viva.
On August 8, MSFT <a href="https://news.microsoft.com/2024/08/08/palantir-and-microsoft-partner-to-deliver-enhanced-analytics-and-ai-services-to-classified-networks-for-critical-national-security-operations/">announced a partnership</a> with Palantir Technologies Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PLTR/">PLTR</a>), known for its role in counterterrorism software. Together, the companies plan on integrating cutting-edge cloud, AI, and analytics into the U.S. Defense and Intelligence Community.
This move could enhance MSFT's position in the defense sector, expand its reach in critical national security projects, and drive long-term growth in high-demand government contracts.
On July 24, MSFT and Lumen Technologies (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LUMN/">LUMN</a>), a key technology and communications provider, announced a partnership <a href="https://news.microsoft.com/2024/07/24/microsoft-and-lumen-technologies-partner-to-power-the-future-of-ai-and-enable-digital-transformation-to-benefit-hundreds-of-millions-of-customers/">to leverage Microsoft Cloud</a> for Lumen's digital transformation. The collaboration would help LUMN enhance its network capacity and also drive MSFT's growth by boosting cloud usage and data center revenue, capitalizing on the growing AI demand.
MSFT's total revenue increased 15.2% year-over-year to $64.73 billion for the fiscal 2024 fourth quarter that ended June 30, 2024. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">operating income</a> grew 15.1% from the year-ago value to $27.93 billion. Moreover, the company's net income and EPS came in at $22.04 billion and $2.95, both growing 9.7% from the prior year's quarter, respectively.
Furthermore, the company's total assets were $512.16 billion as of June 30, 2024, compared to $411.98 billion as of June 30, 2023.
For the fiscal 2025 first quarter ending September 2024, MSFT's revenue is expected to increase 14.2% year-over-year to $64.53 billion. Its EPS for the ongoing quarter is expected to be $3.10, increasing 3.7% from the prior year's period. Moreover, the company topped the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all four trailing quarters, which is impressive.
Shares of MSFT have surged 10.7% over the past nine months and 23.9% over the past year to close the last trading session at $414.20.
MSFT's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. It has a B grade for Stability and Quality. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, each weighted to an optimal degree.
MSFT is ranked #19 out of 39 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/software-business/">Software – Business</a> industry.
In addition to the POWR Ratings highlighted above, one can access MSFT's ratings for Growth, Momentum, Sentiment, and Value <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">here</a>.
Stock #2: NVIDIA Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NVDA/">NVDA</a>)
NVDA is a leading full-stack computing infrastructure firm, driving accelerated solutions for computational challenges. Its segments span Compute &amp; Networking, and Graphics, serving diverse markets like gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and automotive sectors.
On August 27, NVDA introduced <a href="https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-and-global-partners-launch-nim-agent-blueprints-for-enterprises-to-make-their-own-ai">NVIDIA NIM&#x2122; Agent Blueprints</a>, a versatile catalog of AI workflows designed for creating and deploying generative AI applications. These include customer service avatars, retrieval-augmented generation, and virtual drug discovery screening.
This new advancement could position NVDA to help enterprises customize open-source models, paving the way for its leading role in the AI revolution.
On July 29, NVDA revealed its commitment to <a href="https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-accelerates-worldwide-humanoid-robotics-development">advancing humanoid robotics</a> by supplying services, models, and computing platforms to top robot manufacturers. The effort supports NVDA's mission to drive global humanoid robotics development.
As robotics starts to play a key role in various industries, NVDA's tools are set to ignite a technological revolution, enhancing its market presence and growth.
In the fiscal 2025 second quarter that ended July 28, 2024, NVDA's revenue increased 122.4% year-over-year to $30.04 billion. The company's non-GAAP operating income increased 156.4% year-over-year to $19.94 billion.
Additionally, its non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP net income per share came in at $16.95 billion and $0.68, indicating increases of 151.5% and 151.9% from the previous year's quarter, respectively. As of July 28, 2024, NVDA's total assets stood at $85.23 billion compared to $65.73 billion on January 28, 2024.
Street expects NVDA's revenue and EPS for the fiscal 2025 third quarter (ending October 2024) to increase 81.6% and 84.1% year-over-year to $32.91 billion and $0.74, respectively. Moreover, the company surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all four trailing quarters.
Shares of NVDA have surged 23.5% over the past six months and 137.2% over the past year to close the last trading session at $108.10.
NVDA's fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an A grade for Sentiment and a B for Quality.
It is ranked #36 in the 91-stock <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/semiconductor-wireless-chip/">Semiconductor &amp; Wireless Chip</a> industry.
Beyond what we stated above, we have also given NVDA grades for Growth, Value, Stability, and Momentum. Get all the NVDA ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NVDA/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>)
GOOGL powers a wide range of global tech innovations and platforms. Its segments include Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets, each addressing various digital needs and aspirations, driving advancements in search, cloud computing, and emerging technologies.
On May 2, GOOGL announced its <a href="https://investors.mongodb.com/news-releases/news-release-details/mongodb-and-google-cloud-collaborate-optimize-gemini-code-assist">collaboration with MongoDB, Inc</a>. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MDB/">MDB</a>), an industry-leading developer data platform, to optimize Gemini Code Assist and provide enhanced suggestions for application development and modernization on MDB.
Gemini Code Assist will provide developers with access to MongoDB code, documentation, and best practices, enabling faster prototyping and application development. This strengthens GOOGL's cloud services and developer tools, fostering innovation by enhancing developer experiences and speeding up time to market.
For the fiscal 2024 second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, GOOGL's revenues increased 13.6% year-over-year to $84.74 billion. Its income from operations rose 25.6% from the year-ago value to $27.43 billion.
Moreover, the company's net income was $23.62 billion, up 28.6% year-over-year. Its earnings per share grew 31.3% from the prior year's quarter to $1.89 billion. In addition, the company's cash and cash equivalents totaled $27.23 billion as of June 30, 2024, compared to $24.05 billion as of December 31, 2023.
The projected consensus for revenue and EPS stands at $86.27 billion and $1.84, respectively, marking a year-over-year increase of 12.5% in revenue and 18.5% in EPS for the fiscal third quarter ending September 2024. Furthermore, the company has topped the revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
GOOGL shares have surged 9.8% over the past six months and 10.2% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $148.66.
GOOGL's solid fundamentals are mirrored in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
GOOGL has a B grade for Sentiment, Stability, and Quality. Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry, GOOGL is ranked #8 out of 52 stocks.
Beyond what I have stated above, we have also given GOOGL grades for Value, Growth, and Momentum. Get all GOOGL ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">here</a>.
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