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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Snowflake is the most anticipated IPO of the year. Investors should decide in advance how much they are willing to pay as Snowflake will test the upper limits of what it means to have a stretched valuation. Heck, the company has even inspired value-legend Warren Buffet to change his thesis and invest in an IPO prior to profitability (!) Perhaps because the company delivered sky-high revenue growth last fiscal year of 173% and 121% in the most recent quarter with a record-breaking net retention rate of 158% — which is the highest of any public cloud company at time of listing. These industry-leading numbers are due to the company disrupting the data warehousing market with a superior cloud data platform that delivers across key differentiators (we review this below). Despite Snowflake demonstrating excellent product-market fit, clear competitive advantages, and strong management — no company is perfect. We go over a few … [Read more...] about Snowflake IPO: In-Depth Analysis

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Indonesia’s Harita Group is selling shares in its nickel unit Trimegah Bangun Persada in a large initial public offering that could make the net worth of billionaire owner Lim Hariyanto Wijaya Sarwono soar. According to the company’s prospectus , Trimegah Bangun Persada will raise between 14.7 trillion rupiah ($960 million) and 15.1 trillion rupiah ($983 million) by offering up to 12.1 billion shares, or 18% of its total, at a price range of 1,220 rupiah to 1,250 rupiah. The Indonesian miner is aiming to tap rising demand for materials needed to make batteries for electronic vehicles. Trimegah Bangun Persada was founded in 2004, and bought three years later by Harita Group. It has a concession to mine nickel on Obi Island in North Maluku province. Underwriters for the IPO include, among others, BNP Paribas, Citi, Credit Suisse and Mandiri Sekuritas. The shares will begin to trade on the Indonesian Stock Exchange … [Read more...] about Indonesia’s Harita Group Aims To Raise Nearly $1 Billion In Nickel Unit IPO

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Rich Brown and Christian Maguire are financial advisors (FAs) for Morgan Stanley in the New York City area. In addition to directly helping clients with wealth management issues, they also head a team—the Franklin Avenue Group—consisting of ten FAs and support staff. Both are credentialed as Certified Financial Planners and have been at Morgan Stanley for many years. Morgan Stanley is the world’s largest wealth management firm and has almost 16,000 FAs, 60,000 employees, and operations in 42 countries. FAs work for the firm’s Wealth Management business, but Morgan Stanley also has investment banking, investment management, commercial banking and other businesses. In 2018, Morgan Stanley rolled out a new capability to its FAs to aid them in their work with clients. Called Next Best Action (NBA), the system is both a platform for personalized communication and engagement with clients, and an AI-based recommendation engine for … [Read more...] about The Future Of Work Now: Morgan Stanley’s Financial Advisors And The Next Best Action System

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin “Held-to-maturity” is a phrase that has been thrown around a lot in the days following Silicon Valley Bank’s implosion. Here’s what it means, why it matters, and how you might avoid SVB 's VB fatal mistakes in your own personal financial planning. SVB received an enormous amount of deposits from enterprising venture capital firms in the post-pandemic boom of late 2020 through 2021. At the time, the Fed Funds rate was a lofty zilch, zero, nada. So, in order to earn something—anything—SVB invested in high(ish)-quality debt instruments with longer maturities, like mortgage-backed securities, and placed them in their “held-to-maturity” book of investments. They knew that if interest rates rose, those debt securities would lose value on paper, but if they waited for them to mature, they should still receive a return of their principal and some interest along the way. But, as the Fed raised rates, SVB’s banking … [Read more...] about Avoid An SVB-Style Default And Match Your Investments With Your Goals

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Today’s best mattresses are made to meet specific sleep needs, so it’s crucial to consider yours before starting to browse. From your go-to position (whether it’s your back, side, stomach or all three) to plushness and temperature preferences, the right bed will keep you comfortable, rested and in some cases, can help alleviate chronic pain. If you’re unsure where to start your search, stay tuned: We’ve compiled a list of the best mattresses of 2023 plus a handy guide with answers to frequently asked questions. From the plush-yet-supportive Nectar Premier to the handcrafted Saatva Classic , we’ve found a model for every type of sleeper—and most come personally recommended after trying them, ourselves. These picks arrive bed in a box-style or with free white glove delivery, and you’ll be glad to know each comes with a 90- to 365-night trial. This means you can test your new bed where it really counts—in the comfort of … [Read more...] about Best Mattresses 2023: A Complete Guide For Any Type Of Sleeper

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Where are the best—and most affordable—places to live in the US? A new report from Niche , a data-driven platform with ratings and reviews of cities across America, has the answers. The 2023 Best Places to Live in America report includes a number of categories: the best cities (urban areas with a population of 100,000 or more), the places with the lowest cost of living, the best city for young professionals, the best neighborhoods and more. This is the ninth year that Niche has issued the Best Places to Live in America report. “Our rankings are a great starting point and resource for anyone considering a move, big or small,” says Ryan Bell, the principal strategist at Niche. “With seemingly endless options and so many things to consider, the search for a new place to call home can be overwhelming.” Niche ranks the locations by using data from sources ranging from the American Community Survey (provided by the … [Read more...] about The Best (And Cheapest) Places To Live In The US, Ranked In A New Report

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin As I listened to Oracle's recent industry analyst briefing on the future of Oracle Cloud Customer Experience (CX), Oracle's front-office software, I couldn't help wondering whether we have finally resolved the ongoing debate about seeking out best-of-breed applications for every function versus going with an integrated suite. I get this question across all my company’s advisory practices in software, services and yes, even hardware. It’s just a fact that the best-of-breed approach can become an integration effort, with a separate upgrade cadence for each software package—potentially followed by integration troubleshooting each time around. There really are no “magic APIs” for large enterprise apps. Enterprises need to weigh a potential order of magnitude value-add in a point product versus these challenges outlined above. I’m not saying it’s never worth it, but it better be. Oracle has a suite and issues software … [Read more...] about Is Oracle Making ‘Best Of Breed’ Enterprise Apps A Thing Of The Past With Fusion?

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Looking for something to do that brings in extra money? You’re not alone, no matter what your age. But when you’re retired, finding a side hustle can be both a challenge and easier than ever. How many senior citizens have side hustles? Every month, “nearly 300,000” people start some sort of side hustle. That’s based on an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data according to Side Hustle Nation . That same study suggests those side hustlers include one in twelve of those between the ages of 55 and 64 as well as one in twenty-five aged 65 and over. It’s not unusual for retirees to take on some sort of side gig to earn extra income . The reasons range from a need to combat inflation to a quest to find something exciting to a curious enthusiasm to extend your hobby beyond mere recreation. Those that work with retirees have seen all sorts of side hustles. “What you pursue really depends on your specific interests … [Read more...] about The Best Side Hustles For Seniors In 2023

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin April is fast approaching, and for snowsports enthusiasts living in North America, that means one thing: the end of ski and snowboard season. Many resorts in the U.S. Midwest have already closed for the season, and the vast majority of the rest are scheduled to close by April 30. (California’s Mammoth Mountain, on the other hand, which has seen historic snowfall of more than 630" feet at its base, will remain open until “at least” July.) If your home resort has already closed or your ski vacations are done for the year, why not turn to the next best thing? The 2022-23 season was a standout when it comes to ski and snowboard films, and if you can’t be making powder turns or hurtling yourself into steep couloirs, why not watch others do it? These are some of the best ski and snowboard films the 2022-23 season had to offer. Magic Hour (Teton Gravity Research) Kai Jones, 16, was nominated for IF3 Standout … [Read more...] about The Best Ski And Snowboard Films Of 2022-23 You May Have Missed

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin For many of us, work-related meetings and even hangouts with friends are now taking place virtually. Services like Zoom, Google Meet, FaceTime and Facebook Messenger have become indispensable video calling and virtual meeting tools. A ring light can amp up your video quality and make you look great during video calls or virtual meetings—and the best ring lights combine soft, even lighting with cool features, easy mounting options and an attractive price. That's not all. If you’re a YouTuber, vlogger, or social media influencer, the right lighting can help you increase audience engagement and generally enhance your overall production quality while helping you look your absolute best for your audience. Luckily, instead of having to invest in large and expensive studio lighting, there are a wide range of low-cost ring lights and key lights that’ll shine a steady and even array of light onto your face and upper-body—and … [Read more...] about The Best Ring Lights To Make Your Video Look Its Best And Brightest