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When news broke of U.S. forces attacking and seizing Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro earlier this month, Barry Blacklock's phone began buzzing. The Calgarian had lived in Venezuela for 17 years, becoming a permanent resident and working in the energy sector before leaving in 2009. That night I was getting emails from friends in Canada and since then, 50, 60 different WhatsApp messages, emails, phone calls from people, he said, during a video call interview from Mexico.

Barbara Goodstein, a managing partner at R360, an invitation-only investment and networking group for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, told CNBC on Monday that longtime Berkshire CEO Warren Buffett's impending departure offered a "lot of opportunity" for investors. Buffett, 95, is set to step down as the CEO of Berkshire at the end of 2025 after nearly 60 years in the role. He will be replaced by Greg Abel, who heads the firm's non-insurance businesses and will stay on as its chairman.

In 2016, 433 people invested an average of $2,730 in a private startup named Revolut. Fast-forward to today, those $2,730 stakes are worth more than $1 million, up 89,900%.

AppLovin's self-service platform is set to catalyze new advertiser onboarding and margin expansion in the second half of 2025.

Buying a house with cash removes uncertainty from the transaction, as it circumvents lender requirements, leading to a smoother process for both buyers and sellers.

The Pentagon's 2025 defense contracts prioritize warfighting capabilities, focusing on advanced systems and AI-driven technologies to enhance military readiness.

HP Inc is shifting its focus towards AI-infused products that can drive growth, despite its traditionally mature business model. Launching products like the EliteBook Ultra and OmniBook X, HP aims to tap into new tech opportunities.

"MP Materials is America's only fully integrated rare earth producer with capabilities spanning the entire supply chain, from mining and processing to advanced metallization and magnet manufacturing."

Wall Street analysts can often provide conservative estimates of revenue and earnings growth, impacting their career and investment decisions significantly.

The green funeral market is gaining traction with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 11.6%. This trend signifies a shift toward eco-friendly death care services, reflecting the values of younger generations.

The loophole, known as a "managed services organization" - or MSO - allows non-lawyers to effectively own part of law firms through a second corporate entity.

Netflix's ongoing content success, now including games and live content, and advertising leads 24/7 Wall St. to project solid upside for the stock by the end of the decade.

IBM's recent stock surge reflects its pivotal role in AI and quantum computing, marking a significant transformation from a long-standing hibernation.

In particular, Meta could use proprietary data to personalize ads, placing custom-built ads into a user's feed, making them potentially more effective than traditional ads.

Lake Norman, the largest lake in North Carolina, is a human-made freshwater lake spanning 32,000 acres and bordering four counties: Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg. However, despite its growth and some rising prices, it remains an attractive destination for homebuyers year-round.

Most events aren't built for VCs - they're built around VCs. TechCrunch All Stage 2025 reverses this, focusing on meaningful connections with high-caliber founders and investors.

Altria has outperformed the S&P 500 by 22.75% over the past year, underlining its stability and attractiveness for income investors despite a challenging regulatory environment.

UnitedHealth is down over 50% from its April highs, yet this may represent a rare opportunity to buy as the stock shows potential for recovery.