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Plume Network has partnered with Purpose for Profit (PFP) to enhance on-chain funding for affordable housing projects through blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to democratize financial opportunities by providing below-market-rate loans while ensuring transparency and inclusivity for investors. By leveraging PFP’s PURPOSE token, participants can engage in impact investing without management fees, supporting sustainable housing initiatives and fostering a global financial community.
The six largest companies in the S&P 500—Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Nvidia—are currently valued more affordably than the broader market, according to UBS. Despite their significant market share, their valuation multiples have increased more slowly, with profits expected to rise by 19.1% in 2025, outpacing the market's anticipated 10.8% growth. This trend highlights their potential as attractive investment opportunities as earnings expectations continue to improve.
Cerence AI's stock surged 66% following a partnership announcement with Nvidia to enhance automotive AI language models, while SoundHound's stock rose 2.5%. Both companies specialize in voice recognition software, with Cerence focusing on automotive applications and SoundHound on the restaurant industry. Nvidia, an investor in SoundHound, is set to showcase its AI software platform at the upcoming CES technology trade show.
Portland General Electric (NYSE:POR) saw a slight decline in trading after UBS downgraded its shares to Neutral from Buy, adjusting the price target from $52 to $47. The downgrade follows a regulatory decision that authorized a low 9.34% return on equity, prompting the need for cost cuts to achieve 5%-6% earnings per share growth.
Ethereum spot ETFs saw record inflows of $2.1 billion in December, nearly double November's $1.08 billion. The Fidelity Ethereum Fund led with $1.58 billion, followed by Grayscale and Bitwise. Meanwhile, the SEC continues to delay decisions on Ethereum spot ETF options for further analysis.
UBS analysis reveals that the six largest companies in the S&P 500—Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Nvidia—are trading at cheaper valuations compared to the broader market. Despite their significant market share, their valuation multiples have increased more slowly, with profits expected to rise by 19.1% in 2025, outpacing the market's 10.8% growth. This trend highlights their potential as attractive investment opportunities as earnings expectations for these firms continue to improve.
In 2024, Bitcoin emerged as the top-performing asset with a remarkable 121% growth, significantly outpacing Gold's 26.7% return. The BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) attracted a record $1.14 trillion in inflows, securing its position among the top three global ETFs and reflecting heightened institutional interest in cryptocurrency. Despite challenges faced by competitors, Bitcoin's price surged past $100,000, closing the year at $93,429.
Bitcoin adoption is surging in the U.S., with 13 states proposing strategic reserves to enhance economic stability amid rising inflation. Inspired by El Salvador, states like Texas and Ohio are leading initiatives to integrate Bitcoin into their financial systems, while discussions at the federal level gain traction under the Trump administration. Other nations, including Hong Kong and Brazil, are also exploring Bitcoin as a strategic asset, despite some countries expressing caution due to market volatility.
US stocks rose on Friday, with the S&P 500 up 1%, the Dow Jones gaining 0.6%, and the Nasdaq climbing 1.3%, as investors looked for a "Santa Claus" rally. However, both the S&P 500 and Dow are set to end the week with losses over 1%, while the Nasdaq faces a nearly 2% drop. Tesla shares rebounded after reporting record sales in China, while US Steel fell 5% following a blocked takeover bid.
Representative Mike Collins of Georgia disclosed a cryptocurrency investment in Ski Mask Dog (SKI) valued between $1,001 and $15,000, made in December 2024. This follows his reelection victory, and he has previously invested in other digital assets like Ether and Velodrome. While some lawmakers push for stricter regulations on trading, Collins has not prioritized crypto in his policy agenda.
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