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Make that four weeks in a row of gains for the U.S. stock market, as the rally has become undeniable. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq both climbed more than 3% last week, with the the Dow up 2.9%. The S&P 500 has now climbed 15% from its lows in mid-June, while the Nasdaq has clawed back 20% since then. That could technically be described as a new bull market for the index. A 20% retracement from a recent low fits the bill—or the bull—but there are a lot of opinions about that. But we can't deny the strength of the rally, especially when we dig into the charts. The average stock in the Nasdaq Composite index is up 34% from its lows. Remember, just a few months ago, we were talking about the average Nasdaq stock being down 50% from its highs. The pendulum has swung back in a big way. Across the market, the breadth thrust has been pretty impressive. And no, that's not a swimming stroke. The breath trust indicator is a technical indicator used to ascertain market momentum … [Read more...] about Going Back to School with Stock Market Fundamentals

Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) marked the completion of the top floor of its newest Grade A, green office building, GBF Center 1. The high-quality, sustainable development is designed to cater to evolving workplace dynamics in the post-pandemic era. With the nationwide easing of quarantine restrictions, reopening of borders, and strong recovery of the domestic economy, the office sector of the Philippine real estate industry is expected to take an optimistic turn this year. The positive outlook on the demand for office spaces is anchored on the increasing rate of transition to on-site work and the continuous expansion of companies, particularly the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firms. GBF Center 1, RLC’s prime office development, is poised to be the most iconic structure along the C5-Libis IT corridor. It is an opportune time for Robinsons Land Corporation, one of the largest property developers in the Philippines, to usher in the future of workspace with its … [Read more...] about Ushering in the future of workspace: Robinsons Land tops off GBF Center 1

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin As cultures and communities evolve, TV and streaming genres do as well. So, it is particularly refreshing to see how positively the audience (and the critics) have responded to HBO Max’s limited documentary series The Last Movie Stars . Designed both as a showcase for the older generation familiar with the body of work on film by Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, and for the younger generation, perhaps, not as aware of them (if at all), The Last Movie Stars breaks the stereotype that viewers of a specific age range will only consume certain types of content. Fans and viewers of all ages have responded to this documentary tale of these two film legends who, surprisingly, kept much of their lives private. “They had love, they had family, and they were ethical citizens,” noted director Ethan Hawke in the film, who in this six-part tour de force assembles a wide array of celebrities (including George Clooney as Paul Newman … [Read more...] about ‘The Last Movie Stars’: The Coveted HBO Max Limited Documentary Series Appeals To All Ages

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin News the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will soon allow hearing aids to be sold over-the-counter is bringing an influx of new competition – including retailers looking to expand deeper into the healthcare business like Best Buy – into what promises to be a multi-billion-dollar market. Already, retailers led by Walgreens, CVS Health, Walmart and Amazon have expanded into healthcare with hundreds more healthcare items and are expected to sell over-the-counter hearing aids this fall as well under new FDA rules. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart have in-person doctors and nurse practitioners in their stores and Amazon is spending nearly $4 billion on One Medical, which will bring the online retailer deeper into in-person healthcare. But the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law this week by President Biden that bolsters health insurance coverage for more Americans under the Affordable Care Act along with the FDA decision to … [Read more...] about Retailers Like Best Buy Already Flocking To Join Drugstores To Sell Hearing Aids This Fall

Xiaomi today announced the launch of Xiaomi 12 Lite in the Philippines in a stylish livestream. Pushing the envelope of design and computational imaging, Xiaomi 12 Lite packs innovative features within a versatile flagship experience for aspirational young adults. Featherweight, slim design for a fashion-forward lifestyle With a sleek 7.29mm thin design and weighing a mere 173g, Xiaomi 12 Lite offers an incredibly comfortable in-hand grip. The back cover is fitted with a matte color gradient that dances with the light. The color further stretches across the flat edges for a simple yet refined aesthetic. On its back are three elegantly placed metal-ringed rear cameras that convey a heightened sense of luxury. Showcasing a fashionable color palette, Xiaomi 12 Lite’s refined design stands out in three stunning colors – Lite Green, Lite Pink and Black, appealing to the desire for self-expression in all of us. Studio-level 108MP triple camera for taking a cover … [Read more...] about My style, my shot: Enhance your style with the ew Xiaomi 12 Lite

For the third time in the last six months, books have been the target of Red-tagging by certain peripheral government agencies. The latest is the move last week by the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) stopping the publication of three books and the distribution of two more for allegedly being “subversive” and for promoting “antigovernment ideologies.” In March, the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) was blamed for the spray-painting of anticommunist slogans at Solidaridad and Popular bookstores. In May, it was the turn of Adarna House, whose bundle of children’s books on martial law was accused by the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency of trying to “subtly radicalize the Filipino children against our government.” Last year, several reading materials were removed from the libraries of state universities—Kalinga State University, Isabela State University, and Aklan State University—for allegedly having references to communism and socialism. … [Read more...] about Books as enemy of the state?

In case you hadn't heard, consumers love Instagram Stories. And because of that, brands do too. There are over 500 million daily active Stories users worldwide . Younger users are particularly active on the platform: 59 percent of millennials and 70 percent of Gen Z watch stories, and many engage with brands by swiping up on content and clicking through to shop. For those new to the platform, Instagram Stories are images and videos located at the top of the Instagram app that last for 24-hours then disappear. When users finish a story, the next one starts playing immediately. The nature of IG stories--one image or clip appearing on your screen right after the other, makes the medium ideal for advertising. Since the ads flow along with the organic content, some users don't even realize they are watching them at all. Others actually welcome the interaction from brands that they like. A recent study reveals that a quarter of millennials and Gen Z check out IG … [Read more...] about Organic Reach in a Free Fall? Here’s Exactly Where You Should Spend Your Social Media Budget

We all want to be more productive. And we definitely want our teams to be more productive. That's why so many productivity tools exist. But which tools are right for you? One way to answer that question is to find out which tools some of the top startups use. That's what Ryan Robinson did. Ryan is a content marketing consultant to the world's top experts and growing startups, teaching over 200,000 monthly readers how to start and grow a profitable side hustle on his blog and podcast. When working on your project management tools becomes more work than the actual project itself, you know you're in trouble. Modern businesses live and die by their ability to zoom out to 30,000 feet to get the big picture and then come back down to solid ground and put in the work. Especially for technical teams, where one small misstep can bring the whole thing down, the ability to keep on track with your projects and know what to do next is essential. As consultant and author Jim … [Read more...] about 9 Project Management Tools the World’s Top Startups Actually Use

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When it comes to the entrepreneurial journey, there is something to be said about the importance of creating a 5-year business plan. Turns out, there is also something to be said for trusting the power of serendipity and intuition, in addition to planning. With a flagship location in Soho and a burgeoning wholesale brand, Chillhouse is strategically expanding on a global level, starting with its recent opening in Paris’ iconic department store, Galeries Lafayette. Founder, CEO and “Queen of Chill” Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton always had Chillhouse’s international expansion as part of the master plan, but a specific strategy hadn’t been solidified when the opportunity with Galeries Lafayette came about last year. “Chillhouse never really adhered to some sort of rulebook,” Ramirez-Fulton explains. “I've never said, Let me grab something out of the playbook of startups. That's just not who I am, nor is it how I want to … [Read more...] about Chillhouse Goes Global With New Parisian Location In Galeries Lafayette

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Web3 is an innovative and sometimes confusing space that many businesses are still learning to navigate and maximize. For some of the biggest brands in the world, Cathy Hackl has been the essential guide into the Metaverse. Hackl is a Web3 strategist and tech futurist. As founder and Chief Metaverse Officer at Journey (formerly Futures Intelligence Group), she supports brands who are breaking ground and expanding their businesses into the virtual world. Her studio helps clients capitalize on tools like NFTs, gaming, virtual fashion, virtual worlds and Metaverse growth strategies. Hackl is largely credited with being the first professional to be bestowed the title of Chief Metaverse Officer. Appropriately nicknamed the Godmother of the Metaverse, Hackl has been at the forefront of bringing Web3 to business strategy. But her success didn’t begin in tech. Hackl was a broadcast journalist before transitioning into corporate … [Read more...] about Meet The World’s First Chief Metaverse Officer: How Cathy Hackl Is Demystifying Web3 For Female Professionals