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☆ Blackstone's Ike leaves to start new investment firm
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-22 | by ( Chibuike Oguh | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

NEW YORK, Feb 22 (Reuters) - Melvin Ike, a managing director in Blackstone Inc's (BX.N) tactical opportunities group, has resigned to start his own investment firm, the private equity firm told Reuters. Ike's resignation was announced during a meeting of Blackstone's tactical opportunities fund investors held last week in New York, the firm said in a statement on Tuesday. Ike's transactions for Blackstone's tactical opportunities unit include the sale of a majority stake in Wisconsin-based home improvement lender Aqua Finance for $1 billion to Apollo Global Management (APO.N) in 2021. He also led Blackstone's acquisition of a majority stake in collectibles authentication firm Certified Collectibles Group as well as the minority investments in digital marketing firm Recurrent Ventures and Cybersecurity firm Geocomply. Blackstone's tactical opportunities unit, which is run by David Blitzer, invests in assets that typically fall outside the scope of the firm's other funds, from timber and mines to oil tankers and satellites.

☆ ‘Hello Tomorrow!’ Review: Billy Crudup Sells Crater-Front Property
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-17 | by ( John Anderson | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +1 min

The dark comedy and shiny retrofuturism of “Hello Tomorrow!” may suggest a few alternative titles—“Mrs. Maisel in Space” or “The Jetsons Like Ike” or “Glengarry Glen Ross on Ketamine,” none of which would be wrong, exactly. Billy Crudup gives a genuinely remarkable performance as Jack Billings , a man who is mostly façade, which helps his mission—selling real estate on the moon. He’s a master at his craft and Mr. Crudup gives Jack sufficient self-awareness to make him charming, even when both he and a client know he’s playing a part and pushing a scheme. But even as the shilling for lunar time-shares plays out in a universe seemingly caught between eras, the production design is a constant wonder and curiosity, if not a positive distraction.

☆ 60,000 miles of US roads could be under water in a few decades. Here's how experts say we can save our critical infrastructure.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-16 | by ( Bianca Giacobone | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

"In the Keys, if you redo your house, you have to mitigate it for sea level rise," he told Insider. The islands are particularly exposed to rising sea levels. Across the country, you can expect coastlines to rise an average of 10 to 12 inches over the next 30 years, according NOAA's Sea Level Rise Viewer, which lets you adjust sea level rise and visualize how in trouble your house or your commute might be. Then, he started doing what NOAA recommends, reading about sea level rise and the plans that individual communities are studying to increase their own resiliency. By understanding how to adapt incrementally, and starting to act as soon as possible, the US can learn how to adapt to rising sea levels.

☆ How Nelson Peltz and Disney’s Marvel Chief Teamed Up in Proxy Fight
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-13 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Longtime friends Isaac “Ike” Perlmutter and activist investor Nelson Peltz shared a similar opinion: Walt Disney Co. was spending too much money. Mr. Perlmutter, chairman of Disney’s Marvel Entertainment unit, was known to be passionate about cost-cutting and once demanded that an action sequence in the 2008 movie “Iron Man” be shot with only three Humvees, instead of the 10 called for in the script. His feuds with Robert Iger during the chief executive’s first tenure over how to run Marvel’s movie studio caused a rift that remains.

☆ Bob Born, the ‘Father of Peeps,’ has died
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-31 | by ( Jordan Valinsky | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Ira “Bob” Born, known as the “Father of Peeps,” died on Sunday. Just Born Quality Confections, the Pennsylvania-based company that makes various candies, including the chick-shaped marshmallows, confirmed Born’s death in a statement. That helped him earn the nickname “Father of Peeps.”Originally created for Easter, Peeps makes themed candy for other holidays, too, including Valentine’s Day and Halloween. His father, Sam, a Russian immigrant, founded Just Born a year prior. Ross Born told the Lehigh Valley News said his father was a “real mensch,” adding that he was a “kind person, he was generous with his talents, sharing his abilities.”“The candy business was kind of catchy … it was interesting to him,” Ross Born told the newspaper.

☆ Canada Goose and other retail stocks will see a lift from China's reopening, according to Wells Fargo
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-26 | by ( Carmen Reinicke | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Chinese shoppers are likely poised to hit the streets again during the country's reopening, a positive tailwind for certain retail stocks, according to Wells Fargo. The companies with the largest exposure to China's reopening are Nike , Farfetch , Canada Goose , Kate Spade-parent Tapestry and Michael Kors-owner Capri Holdings . Of these names, two – Canada Goose and Farfetch – are trading at deep discounts versus historic multiples, meaning now may be a good time to snap up shares. Wells Fargo has overweight ratings on both. For Farfetch, Wells Fargo sees a few tough quarters ahead but several positive catalysts as well, including the China reopening.

☆ Buy Lululemon, a 'rare name with momentum', Wells Fargo says in upgrade
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-06 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

It's time for investors to buy shares of Lululemon Athletica , according to Wells Fargo. Analyst Ike Boruchow upgraded the athletics apparel and accessories stock to overweight, calling the it a defensive and "rare name with momentum" poised to outperform on the top line this year. Shares of Lululemon gained about 2% before the bell Friday. He also cited easing freight pressures and better margin visibility as another catalyst for Lululemon going forward. "With LULU not a markdown-driven model, we see more visibility than most on the margin front looking to next year."

☆ Middle income will be a soft spot for retail in 2023, says Wells Fargo's Ike Boruchow
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-30 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMiddle income will be a soft spot for retail in 2023, says Wells Fargo's Ike BoruchowIke Boruchow, Wells Fargo Securities senior analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss consumer spending trends heading into next year.

☆ Tina Turner's son Ronnie dies at 62
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-09 | by ( Marlene Lenthang | Marlene Lenthang Is A Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News Digital. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

Ronnie Turner, the son of music icon Tina Turner, has died, his family said. It was not immediately clear Friday what caused Ronnie Turner's death. Ronnie Turner’s brother, Craig Turner, died by suicide in 2018. His aunt, Alline Bullock, Tina Turner’s sister, passed away in 2010. His father, Ike Turner, died in 2007.

☆ 'George & Tammy' review: Jessica Chastain and Michael Shannon stand by an oft-told musical tale
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-02 | by ( Brian Lowry | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Chastain continues to carve out an inordinately unique niche of standout performances playing women named Tammy, although “Tammy Faye” embodied a different realm of high-profile personalities. That is, of course, an oft-told tale, a la “Sid and Nancy” or Ike & Tina Turner in “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” among past dramatizations within different musical genres. Understandably, stars are invariably drawn to these kind of showy roles, with “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Rocketman” and “Elvis” among the recent examples. Thanks to Chastain and Shannon (who admirably pull off their own singing), “George & Tammy” provides a warts-and-all window into Wynette and Jones’ lives. “George & Tammy” premieres December 4 at 9 p.m.

☆ How Hurricane Sandy transformed the Jersey Shore into 'a playground for the rich'
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-09 | by ( Zoe Rosenberg | Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

Jersey Shore residents battled through a patchwork of programs to rebuild after Hurricane Sandy. Even 10 years after Hurricane Sandy, Barbara is still reminded daily of the mental and financial toll it took on her. Courtesy of BarbaraThe bureaucratic red tape around flood insurance and rebuild programs linked to Hurricane Sandy deepened the divide between the haves and have-nots of the Jersey Shore. Milliman, an actuarial company that works with FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program, found that about 47% of coastal dwellers had flood insurance, The Inquirer reported. "After Sandy, there was a lot more money coming in," Mery, who has built Jersey Shore homes for 15 years, told Insider.

☆ High floating rate debt fuels retail investor fears
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-01 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHigh floating rate debt fuels retail investor fearsIke Boruchow, managing director and senior equity analyst at Wells Fargo, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss debt risk, finding opportunities to invest in retail and top retail picks for 2023.

☆ Wells Fargo double downgrades Hanesbrands, says it can fall 30% on macro and balance sheet pressures
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-31 | by ( Sarah Min | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Sock and underwear maker Hanesbrands could fall more than 30% as it faces several major business challenges, Wells Fargo said in a double downgrade of the stock. Hanesbrands shares, which are already down by more than 50% this year, could now face still more pressure as it deals with higher cotton and logistics costs, as well as lower demand in the spring season. Hanesbrands is also at risk of breaching its leverage ratio debt covenants, Wells Fargo said. As a result, Hanesbrands may have to refinance its debt next year as it deals with rising interest rates, according to the note. That puts the company's dividend, currently yielding an above average 8.2%, in jeopardy, Wells Fargo said.

☆ Beyond Catastrophe: A New Climate Reality Is Coming Into View
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-26 | by ( David Wallace-Wells | Photographs Devin Oktar Yalkin | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +53 min

Beyond Catastrophe A New Climate Reality Is Coming Into View By David Wallace-WellsYou can never really see the future, only imagine it, then try to make sense of the new world when it arrives. (A United Nations report released this week ahead of the COP27 climate conference in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, confirmed that range.) A little lower is possible, with much more concerted action; a little higher, too, with slower action and bad climate luck. There were climate-change skeptics in some very conspicuous positions of global power. New emissions peaks are expected both this year and next, which means that more damage is being done to the future climate of the planet right now than at any previous point in history.

☆ Wells Fargo upgrades Ross Stores, calls stock one of the 'best ways' to play off-price retail
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-25 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Ross Stores is one of the best ways investors can get in on the off-price retail trade, Wells Fargo said. Analyst Ike Boruchow upgraded the stock to overweight, saying in a note to clients Tuesday that he sees upside to Wall Street's estimates ahead. Boruchow expects improving fundamentals across the off-price sector due in part to growing inventory availability as consumers trade down. "Simply put, we believe BURL and ROST are the best ways to play our bullish off-price thesis," he wrote, calling both companies "better recovery stories." Boruchow upped Wells Fargo's price target on Ross Stores to $110 from $90 a share, suggesting the stock could rally 26% from Monday's close.

☆ Watch CNBC's full interview with Wells Fargo's Ike Boruchow
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch CNBC's full interview with Wells Fargo's Ike BoruchowIke Boruchow, Wells Fargo Securities senior equity analyst, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss why he now believes there's a rebound in the retail sector, what he would be buying right now and more.

☆ Q3 will be a much better earnings season than Q2, says Wells Fargo's Boruchow
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailQ3 will be a much better earnings season than Q2, says Wells Fargo's BoruchowIke Boruchow, Wells Fargo Securities senior equity analyst, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss why he now believes there's a rebound in the retail sector, what he would be buying right now and more.

☆ Mattel celebrates Tina Turner with Barbie creation
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-13 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

U.S. singer Tina Turner performs at the O2 Arena in London March 3, 2009. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth/File PhotoOct 13 (Reuters) - Toy company Mattel (MAT.O) is honoring Tina Turner on the 40th anniversary of her hit song "What's Love Got To Do With It" with a Barbie doll created in her likeness. The doll, which is part of their Barbie Signature Music Series, is wearing an outfit inspired by the music video for the song - a black mini dress paired with a denim jacket and her signature hairstyle. In early November 2019, Turner attended the opening night of The Tina Turner Musical on Broadway, which chronicles her life and work. Read more:New comic book celebrates the life of legendary entertainer Tina TurnerSinger Tina Turner sells music rights to BMGRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterReporting by Alicia Powell; Editing by Diane Craft and Lisa ShumakerOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

"The exchange rate has been the biggest topic of conversation since we got here," said Jeff Skipper, 50, an electrician. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register"Everything is pretty expensive for us," said Valerie, a 47-year old university administrator. read moreSterling hit a record low of $1.0327 on Monday, having plummeted 20% against the dollar this year. "Now it's one dollar to the pound…It's really hit us," said Colin Taylor, a retired telecoms engineer from the United Kingdom who was also visiting San Francisco with his wife. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a currency basket, hit a fresh 20-year high of 114.78 on Wednesday.

Many of the most destructive and potentially deadly impacts of a hurricane — including storm surge, flooding and rainfall — are not accounted for in a storm's category number. "Hurricane Ian is a very large, slow-moving hurricane. "There have been several alternative scales proposed over the years and none have gained enough attention or traction by the National Hurricane Center," Collins said. "It is important to have such evidence before even proposing to the National Hurricane Center that this should be considered as a replacement." Kantha said the National Hurricane Center acts conservatively and carefully with changes, particularly those with legal implications.

☆ (video) A fost stabilit care este cel mai bun cântec din toate timpurile
▼ + stars: | 2015-10-13 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: +3 min

(video) A fost stabilit care este cel mai bun cântec din toate timpurileSavantul Dr Mick Grierson a stabilit, cu ajutorul unei analize computerizate, care este cel mai bun cântec din toate timpurile. La baza cercetării au stat top chart-uri ale unor publicații cu renume și a inclus 50 de piese muzicale populare. Cea mai bună combinație a tuturor factorilor luați în considerație a fost înregistrată la piesa care a luat locul întâi – „Smells Like Teen Spirit”, Nirvana. „Știința nu poate contribui la obținerea unui cântec perfect”, a subliniat Mick Grierson. „Like A Rolling Stone”, Bob Dylan#8.

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