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Economic News August 2, 2025 — US Labor Market, Trade Truce, Amazon and Samsung Reports

... to slow (the core consumer price index in June fell to ~3.3% y/y), giving the Fed more room to maneuver. Collectively, these factors support expectations that the regulator will shift its focus from combating inflation to stimulating the economy. US stocks ... ... support: investors are betting that a pause (and potential pivot) in the Fed's policy will enable growth companies to maintain high valuations. Analysts note that the FOMO effect ("fear of missing out") is still palpable in the market: despite the ...

Investing in the Restaurant Business – Who It Is For

... three to four years' worth of profits. If the property is leased, the cost should be no more than 12-18 months of potential returns. Often, owners intentionally inflate the price of a venue, citing designer renovations, interior furnishings, and other factors. However, such elements should not influence the valuation. Additionally, areas such as basements, parking lots, and sidewalks adjacent to the restaurant should not be included in the valuation. If a venue requires substantial investments for repairs, refurbishment, or other enhancements, the price ...

Key Economic Events and Corporate Earnings: Week of August 4 - 8, 2025

... potential sanctions against Moscow added extra volatility to regional markets. By the end of the week, the market has formed a clearer outlook: identified "weak spots" (e.g., in production data or cautious forecasts from certain companies) will be factored into valuations, while positive surprises (successful earnings reports or slowing inflation) supported risk appetite. Overall, despite heightened uncertainty, a careful analysis of the week's events allowed investors to respond promptly to changes and prepare ...

DeepSeek: A New Threat to American Tech Stocks?

... modern chips, it will pose a serious challenge to American tech giants and the global AI industry as a whole. Investors need to factor this situation into their evaluations of the prospects for stocks in the tech sector and closely monitor developments. ... ... efficient approaches can pose a serious threat to traditional models employed by American corporations. This puts into question the valuation of the current AI business in the US and may provoke a further reevaluation of stock prices in the sector. Investors ...

Secondary Public Offerings (SPO)

... company has been funded by venture capital funds or large private investors, they may wish to sell part of their shares when valuations are favorable. An SPO provides them with a public channel to liquidate their stake. Some of the funds may go to the ... ... participating in an SPO, investors should conduct a thorough analysis of the upcoming offering. Recommended steps and evaluation factors include: Assessing the rationale for the offering. First and foremost, it is essential to understand what the company ...