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$NCL News: Northann Corp.'s Benchwick Brand to Showcase SuperOak Hybrid Wood Planks Alongside Blue11 Collection at NWFA in New Orleans, April 16-18, 2024

ELK GROVE, Calif., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northann Corp. (NYSE American: NCL) today announced that its Benchwick brand will unveil its latest patented innovation, SuperOak Hybrid Wood Planks, before showcasing its award-winning Blue11 Collection, at the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Expo in New Orleans, April 16-18, 2024, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - Hall F & G.

Combining the natural beauty of wood with the durability and sustainability of modern materials, SuperOak Hybrid Wood Planks represent a breakthrough in flooring technology. The product will be in stock across the U.S. starting in May, ensuring customers have access to this revolutionary flooring solution.

"We are thrilled to introduce our Benchwick SuperOak Hybrid Wood Planks, as well as showcase our award-winning Blue11 Collection, at NWFA," said Lin Li, CEO and President of Northann Corp. "SuperOak demonstrates our dedication to pushing the boundaries of flooring technology."

Attendees of NWFA are invited to visit Northann at booth number 2219 to explore the SuperOak and Blue11 Collection and learn more about Benchwick's cutting-edge flooring solutions.

For more information about Northann Corp. and its Benchwick brand, visit www.northann.com.

About Northann Corp.

Northann specializes in 3D-printed flooring solutions under its flagship brand, "Benchwick." The Company's operations span the full spectrum of additive manufacturing, from sourcing recycled ocean plastics to the final production of intricate flooring designs. Northann offers its 3D printing ecosystem as an extensive range of proprietary solutions, including Infinite Glass, DSE, TruBevel, and MattMaster, primarily through its sales network in North America and Europe. The Company aims to redefine the essence of modern flooring and wall panels by offering stylish, durable, and ecologically conscious solutions.

For more information about Northann, please visit www.northann.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as "may, "will, "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate" or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement filed with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations
Northann Corp.
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Skyline Corporate Communications Group, LLC
Scott Powell, President
1177 Avenue of the Americas, 5th Floor New York, NY, 10036
Office: [phone] x2
Email: [e-mail]

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Source: Northann Corp.

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$NCL News: Northann Corp Announces Cross-Licensing Agreement with I4F for Digital Printing Technology

ELK GROVE, Calif., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northann Corp. (NYSE American: NCL), a leading innovator in 3D-printed home improvement solutions, is pleased to announce a strategic cross-licensing agreement with I4F, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry.

This agreement solidifies a collaborative effort between the two companies to enhance their respective offerings in the digital printing space. Northann Corp's commitment to innovation and quality aligns perfectly with I4F's expertise in digital printing technology, creating a synergy that promises exciting advancements in the flooring industry.

"Intellectual property should not be a barrier to technological and industry advancements; it should be a catalyst for continuous innovation for humanity and the industry as a whole," said Lin Li, CEO of Northann Corp. "Our cross-license agreement with I4F is designed to further democratize this technology and help I4F's digital printing licensees greatly reduce manufacturing costs and entry barriers. After this cross-license agreement, Northann Corp will manufacture its 3D printing ecosystem with digital printing production lines in the United States, drastically reducing production costs, and further solidifying Northann’s foothold within the industry."

About Northann Corp.

Northann specializes in 3D-printed flooring solutions under its flagship brand, "Benchwick." The Company's operations span the full spectrum of additive manufacturing, from sourcing recycled ocean plastics to the final production of intricate flooring designs. Northann offers its 3D printing ecosystem as an extensive range of proprietary solutions, including Infinite Glass, DSE, TruBevel, and MattMaster, primarily through its sales network in North America and Europe. The Company aims to redefine the essence of modern flooring and wall panels by offering stylish, durable, and ecologically conscious solutions.

For more information about Northann, please visit www.northann.com.

Forward-Looking Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as "may, "will, "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate" or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement filed with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations
Northann Corp.
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Skyline Corporate Communications Group, LLC
Scott Powell, President
1177 Avenue of the Americas, 5th Floor

New York, NY, 10036
Office: [phone] x2
Email: [e-mail]

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Source: Northann Corp.

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$GVH -Experience Effortless E-commerce Shipping: Globavend Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GVH) Tailored Solutions from Hong Kong to Your Doorstep in Australia & New Zealand!
Click here: https://axecapitalusa.com/gvh/

Welcome to the future of logistics with Globavend Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GVH), where innovation meets opportunity in the bustling e-commerce landscape of Asia-Pacific. As pioneers in direct injection from Hong Kong & Southern China to Australia and New Zealand, we offer investors a gateway to a market projected to witness exponential growth. Our integrated cross-border logistics solutions ensure seamless parcel consolidation, air freight forwarding, and customs clearance, catering to the evolving needs of online businesses.

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Robust Growth: Amidst a booming e-commerce market, our stable business model promises lucrative returns for investors seeking long-term opportunities.

Innovative Solutions: Our all-in-one shipping solution ensures operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, positioning us as industry leaders.

Invest in Globavend today and be part of a transformative journey reshaping the future of global logistics.

[bar1080]

"Bar, While it's tough to pick the winning companies...." Munger says, "invert, always invert." In this case, focus instead on discarding losers. For the past couple years I've advised my kids to shun stocks making headlines. i.e. faddish junk such as faux meat/food stocks. Or EV stocks. Even if they sometimes succeed, new-tech stocks are often way too pricey and payouts can be years down the road.

I advise my kids to stay with rock-solid boring operations. That's 180 degrees opposite of how IHUBers pick stocks. Can you imagine sitting in BYND at $200 a share, and without a dividend? Doesn't anyone remember the soy-burger disasters of the past? Has any MJ stock worked out well for its investors?

[gfp927z]

Bar, While it's tough to pick the winning companies, the broader technology seems like a winner. I figure the best technologies will be acquired by larger players, as in other tech areas, so it will be 'Darwinian'.

Investment-wise, I currently only have the broad Aviation / Defense ETF (PPA), and a few stocks with aerospace exposure - Curtiss-Wright (CW) and Transdigm (TDG), but small positions (link below). Those I picked mainly based on their nice long term charts, so it was fairly easy. But these small newer companies would require a lot of research and knowledge, so then you are into 'Buffett territory' :o) Actually Buffett's purchase of Precision Castparts does have a sizable aerospace exposure. So even the 'Oracle' has ventured into aerospace, though he now believes he overpaid for that acquisition.

But probably best to avoid aerospace in general. My dad was in aerospace as an engineer, and he almost always avoided investing in the sector, and especially the airline stocks. Buffett learned that the hard way with his brief but disastrous foray into the airline sector a few years ago. While there was no way to predict the arrival of Covid, it's probably safe to say he'll go back to avoiding the sector like the plague :o)


Aerospace Sector -

https://investorshub.advfn.com/Aerospace-Sector-36968




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[bar1080]

What is that 60 or 70 firms that have played around with electric aircraft? Technology that's been around in various forms for ages. I see that none of the stocks are doing much. Many are falling, which is what I'd expect.

My guess is most of those "booked" "orders" are cancelable... just like many of the early EV car/truck orders. Remember Nikola? Or Lucid?

[gfp927z]

Bar, It looks like electric aircraft could be the future, at least for shorter haul flights under 500 miles. Here's one from the company Eviation (video below). I remember seeing the prototype for this in the news when they had it at the annual Paris Air Show (2019). Eviation began as an Israeli startup, and is now majority owned by the Clermont Group, a Singapore conglomerate, and they have $5 bil in orders. Improved battery technology will be the key to getting longer haul aircraft with bigger payloads -

Check out this long list of electric aircraft at various stages of development -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_electric_aircraft

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[bar1080]

SRFM Surf Air Mobility already down to 0.82. EV flight company.

https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/SRFM?.tsrc=fin-srch

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Surf Air Mobility shares slump 75% in NYSE debut

"July 27 2023 (Reuters) - Electric aviation and regional air travel company Surf Air Mobility (SRFM.N), opens new tab shares slumped 75% below their reference price in a direct listing on Thursday.
Shares debuted on the New York Stock Exchange at $5 per share below its reference price of $20.

https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/surf-air-mobility-shares-slump-75-nyse-debut-2023-07-27/

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link didn't work

[bar1080]

Another cute "gadget stock." I hope it's not too much like the Osprey. LOLOL

I'll leave the gadgets for Shark Tank. Cool video, utterly devoid of facts.

[ombowstring]

https://www.archer.com/usher/

[bar1080]

Wow an aircraft produced by a penny stock! Several major aircraft companies such as Boeing are working on EVTOLs. Insuring one of those will be nearly impossible. Heck, insurance is a fortune for small recreational aircraft now.

[ombowstring]

who are the major backers of Archer Aviation


https://gemini.google.com/app/5246cc6ab7bd998d

[ombowstring]

how far along is Archer Aviation in receiving governmental approval for it eVTOL aircraft

and

who are the major backers of joby

https://gemini.google.com/app/3d6906518078942b

[gfp927z]

Ombow, It looks like JOBY has completed Phase 3 of the 5 part certification process -


>>> Joby Completes Third Stage of FAA Certification Process

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/joby-completes-third-stage-faa-130000733.html

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JOBY has a mega cool technology, but I wonder about the economic viability of their air taxi business model since it only carries 4 passengers. They're going to have to charge a lot for that businessmen's flight to the airport, one would think. Another potential target market would be as a play toy for rich guys. That works great for high end cars like Ferrari, but for JOBY the rich guys would also need to have a pilot's license, and that would be a very small number of customers. Even if they make the aircraft 'autonomous' so you don't actually need a pilot's license, the cost is going to be very high, so a very limited market, one would think. The military is reportedly looking at the JOBY, but what they need is something big to replace the Osprey, and that's already in the works (Bell V-280 Valor).

https://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=174005617

So while super cool, I figure these air taxis might remain a relatively small niche product. Just a guess though.

Btw, check out these crazy guys. Looks like fun, but..

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[ombowstring]

JOBY



https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/29/flying-taxi-joby-aviation-ohio

have joby's eVTOL aircraft received governmental approval

https://gemini.google.com/app/1ad9d490aa27d3e0

[bar1080]

Last I checked, BRK owned a dozen insurance divisions and will no doubt buy more when opportunities appear.

[gfp927z]

Bar, Yes, that's a great sector. I figure if it's Buffett's favorite sector, that's the place to be, and this is confirmed by their phenomenal long term charts. Here are the one's I own (below), albeit small positions. Buffett has had a bunch of these, though over the past year has reduced or eliminated some of his positions. But I'll just keep them long term since the charts are so nice. I'd like to add Allstate, but am waiting for a pullback. A lot of these are currently overbought, but I'll continue to hold them LT, as you have done for decades :o)


Insurance -
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SDPR Insurance ETF (KIE) (0.35%) ------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.9%

Cbiz Inc (CBZ) - Financial, insurance, advisory services (3 Bil) --------------------------------- 0%

Everest Group (EG) - Reinsurance (16 Bil) (Bermuda) ------------------------------------------ 1.9%

Globe Life (GL) - Life insurance (12 Bil) (Berkshire) ---------------------------------------------- 0.7%

Old Republic Intl (ORI) - Diversified insurance (8 Bil) -------------------------------------------- 3.4%

Primerica (PRI) - Life insurance, investment products, other (9 Bil) --------------------------- 1.2%


Insurance - Brokers -
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Aon PLC (AON) - Financial services, insurance broker (60 Bil) (Ireland) (Berkshire) ---- 0.8%

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AJG) Insurance broker (41 Bil) --------------------------------------- 1%

Brown + Brown (BRO) - Insurance broker (17 Bil) ------------------------------------------------- 0.8%

CorVel (CRVL) - Insurance broker and diverse services (4 Bil) ---------------------------------- 0%

Marsh & McLennan (MMC) - Insurance broker, services (86 Bil) (Berkshire) -------------- 1.4%


Insurance - Property + Casualty -
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Chubb (CB) - Insurance (97 Bil) (HQ in Switzerland) --------------------------------------------- 1.5%

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) - Property and casualty insurance (5.3 Bil) ----------------- 0.2%

Markel (MKL) - Insurance (20 Bil) (Berkshire) -------------------------------------------------------- 0%

Progressive Corp (PGR) - Insurance (79 Bil) -------------------------------------------------------- 0.3%

RLI Corp (RLI) - Insurance (6 Bil) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.8%

Travelers (TRV) - Insurance (45 Bil) -------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.9%

WR Berkley (WRB) - Insurance (19 Bil) ---------------------------------------------------------------- 0.6%


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https://investorshub.advfn.com/Financial-Sector-Ideas-25505


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[bar1080]

GFP: Here's IAK, the iShares US insurance ETF. Div yield is 1.3%. Top holdings include: Progressive, Chubb, AIG, Aflac and Allstate. And TRV. Very nice performance for years.

[ombowstring]

ACHR

https://investors.archer.com/news/news-details/2024/Archer-Successfully-Completes-Multiple-Battery-Pack-Drop-Tests-One-of-the-Most-Challenging-Tests-It-Is-Set-to-Face-as-Part-of-the-FAAs-Type-Certification-Program/default.aspx

[ombowstring]

Warren Buffett’s favorite market indicator is flashing red

https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/27/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html

[ombowstring]

It looks like it's just an early stage company with just one arrow in the quiver right now. Might be worth following what they do in the future.

[bar1080]

What a nice time for TRV and tons of other stocks. Love that my kids are doing great with their blue chips.

[ombowstring]

gfp, what are your thoughts on https://invivyd.com/ ? Another PYMD or the real deal? Did you listen to Rain? If you click on the middle arrow and then on the arrow in the lower right, you'll find it - https://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=174100759

[gfp927z]

Bar, >> CTAS <<

That has to be the nicest long term chart of any stock, with unbelievable 'ST' (steadiness and trajectory). MMC is another one with a super nice LT chart. Owning these sure beats chasing the latest fad stock :o)



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[bar1080]

CTAS at $700! ATH

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/the-sp-500-is-up-5-months-straight--and-history-favors-momentum-100025041.html

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$RENB - Cutting Edge AI Company GEDiCube and Cyclomics sign binding LOI to join forces and position themselves at the forefront of the global liquid biopsy marketplace | NASDAQ https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/cutting-edge-ai-company-gedicube-and-cyclomics-sign-binding-loi-to-join-forces-and-0

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$AVRW looks very undervalued and oversold right now, especially with the high prospects that the company has in play to deliver a record sales growth year in 2024. This was clearly laid out in the latest official company news below.

Avenir Wellness Solutions Issues 2024 Marketing Growth Plans to Shareholders for Seratopical Revolution Skin Care Line with Support from Nicole Kidman and Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Persky

New TikTok Shop Ready for Launch to Help Grow Brand Awareness and Product Sales
February 13, 2024
News Link:
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/avenir-wellness-solutions-issues-2024-140000098.html

[gfp927z]

Bar, Yes, a great idea to use a broad index ETF like the S+P 500 for the bulk of one's stock allocation. Just set it and forget it, and fully participate in the long term historical uptrend in stocks. In addition to using the broad index, the other key aspect is to not try to time the market.

That said, the individual stocks that I chose for the non-index portion of the portfolio have so far beaten the S+P 500 by a fairly wide margin. But it hasn't been over a long time frame yet, and we're in a bull market after all, so we'll see how things go over time. Fwiw, the portfolio contains 183 individual stocks, plus 5 sector ETFs (link below). I chose these mainly on the basis of the 10-15 year charts (steadiness and trajectory). These are all small positions, but together they add up to a decent amount, though the bulk of the stock allocation is in the S+P 500 index ETF -

By Sector -

https://investorshub.advfn.com/5G-Telecom-Sector-37555

By Market Cap -

https://investorshub.advfn.com/Buy-Hold-Stocks-42434



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[bar1080]

"For the 14th year in a row, the S&P 500 did better than the majority of actively managed U.S. large-cap stock funds"

"A majority of active funds focused on U.S. large-cap stocks failed to beat the S&P 500 index last year, extending their track record of underperformance, according to S&P Dow Jones Indices.

Sixty percent of all active large-cap U.S. equity funds lagged the S&P 500 in 2023, a scorecard report from S&P Dow Jones Indices shows. The price of the S&P 500 climbed 24.2% last year for a total return of 26.3%, according to FactSet data. ".

Consider Index funds over activly managed equity funds.

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/majority-of-active-u-s-large-cap-stocks-funds-fail-to-beat-s-p-500-in-2023-a-worse-year-for-underperformance-than-2022-89fad8a1

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$GDHG News: Golden Heaven Group Holdings Ltd. Announces Guest Visits Increased During the 2024 Chinese Spring Festival Holiday
March 6, 2024
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/golden-heaven-group-holdings-ltd-130000542.html

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$GDHG News: Golden Heaven Group Holdings Ltd. to Expand into Indonesia Market with its Strategic Partnership
February 29, 2024
News Link:
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/golden-heaven-group-holdings-ltd-to-expand-into-indonesia-market-with-its-strategic-partnership-302074850.html

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ELTP
X 1. Cash Flow Positive Status - 5 years
X 2. Purchase main building housing their cGMP registered facility for research, development, manufacturing and packaging of pharmaceutical products.
X 3. Adderall IR $335 Million Approved and Launched
X 4. Adderall XR $1.56 Billion Approved and Launched
X 5. Double digit quarterly revenues in millions
X 6. In house marketing and distribution: Kirkov
X 7. Prasco/Burel Adderall agreement starting January 1st 2024
X 8. First shipment Adderall XR to PRASCO Dec 2023
X 9. DEA increases manufacturing quotas for Adderall & Vyvance
X 10. Generic Vyvanse - $5.1 BILLION - FDA submission Dec 2023
X 11. FDA Acceptance of Generic OxyContin Sept 2023
__12. $50 million in yearly revenues
__13. Generate revenues over $20 million/quarter
__14. Generic OxyContin Approval -;FIRST TO FILE Aug 17, 2023 $720 Million
__15. Prevail over Purdue in Generic OxyContin infringement suit - 6 month stay
X 16. Lease additional manufacturing space and storage vault for new Needle Mover ANDAs Jan 2024
__17. European distribution - Dexcel partnership approval by Israeli Health
__18. Full ownership of Adderall IR $ 335 Million
__19. Full ownership of Adderall XR $ 1.56 Billion
__20. Generic Concerta- $1.2 BILLION FDA submission
__21. Vigabatrin - VigPoder approved Pyros $233 Million trade mark challenge
__22. $100 million in yearly revenues
__23. Dopamine Agonist (probably Requip XL or Mirapex ER). $12 Million
__24. Patented Unique ADF (w/o naltrexone)-- NDA
__25. Mikah ANDA (s)
__26. Undisclosed ANDAs/NDAs
__27. Antimetabolite ANDA- Methotrexate -$600 Million - unconfirmed
__28. Undisclosed Antimetabolite ANDA- $42 Million
__29. Generic Vyvanse Approval
__30. DollarLand PPS
__31. Uplist to the NASDAQ Exchange
__32. ELTP Elite Pharmaceutical Buyout - less than 2 1/2 years from Feb 2024
__33. Vegas Baby !!!!!!!

[ombowstring]

No internet, no satellites to guide our weaponry, no electronics, no electricity, no worth in the stock market, nukes going off, ETC., is it really going to get that bad????

[gfp927z]

Hi Ombow, Yes, though with Russia it isn't a new development (EMP weapon). With EMP, all it takes is a relatively small nuclear device detonated in low orbit over the target area, and you knock out the power grid of that area (see Woolsey video below) and it's back to the Stone Age. In addition to the power grid, all non-hardened microelectronics are zapped.

Years ago the main nuclear powers signed agreements to not put nuclear devices into orbit. But this was impossible to enforce, and since neither side trusts the other, it's widely assumed that nuclear devices have been in space for many years. My dad was an engineer involved in developing the early spy satellites (Corona program), and that's basically what he said. He didn't discuss details, but in the early days, the idea was to use small nukes in space to disable the opponent's satellites. But using an orbital nuke to disable your enemy's power grid is so easy to do, and so devastating, each side is forced to have it as a key strategy.

The problem isn't with Russia and China, who have too much to lose by using nuclear weapons (Mutual Assured Destruction). The problem is with the small players like N. Korea and Iran, or possibly a non-state actor or terrorist group with basically nothing to lose. Combine that with our unbelievably vulnerable power grids and electronic infrastructure, and the paradigm that the world has operated under has been thrown on its head. Orbital EMP weapons are the 'great equalizer', by which a small country or group can make moot the largest military powers in the world.

Beyond the power grid itself, the microelectronics we are now totally dependent upon are approx 1 million times more sensitive to EMP than were earlier electrical systems. This includes solar EMP from the sun. A large solar EMP (Carrington Event) hitting the Earth would zap the power grids and microelectronics worldwide. So that's the bigger risk. Scientists estimate that a Carrington size solar EMP hits the Earth every 150 years. The last was in 1859, so we're overdue. In 2012 there was a near miss -

Carrington Event - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrington_Event


But the even bigger problem is that in zapping the power grid, the nuclear power plants in operation only have from 2-4 weeks of diesel fuel on-site to run their backup generators to keep the coolant water going to the nuclear reactors. Assuming these back up generators are still functioning after the EMP (doubtful) they will have 2-4 weeks to shut down their nuclear reactors or the cores will quickly overheat and explode ala Fukashima. The US has approx 100 operating nuclear reactors, so imagine 100 Fukashimas exploding. North America will be uninhabitable for thousands of years, as will Europe and most other highly developed areas.

Anyway, by our overdependence on electronics, humanity has painted itself into a corner.

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[ombowstring]

What is an EMP?

https://gemini.google.com/app/42c9d01403a009e4

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electromagnetic_pulse

[ombowstring]

gfp, this is something you were on to many moons ago -

Is Russia developing an EMP?

https://gemini.google.com/app/42c9d01403a009e4

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$GEMZ News: GEMXX Corporation Forecasts Soaring Growth in India’s Colored Gemstones and Gold Markets

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- GEMXX Corporation ( OTC: GEMZ ) ("GEMXX" or the "Company"), a leading provider of exquisite gemstone jewelry, is excited to announce its insights into the burgeoning jewelry market in India, showcasing remarkable growth projections between 2023 and 2033.

According to recent industry forecasts, the jewelry market in India is poised for exceptional expansion, with an estimated increase of USD 21.54 billion anticipated between 2023 and 2027. This surge is supported by an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.54%, positioning India as a key player in the global jewelry arena.

In specific focus, the colored gemstones market in India is expected to reach US$ 707.8 million in 2024, with a robust 10.5% CAGR projected between 2023 and 2033. This acceleration is anticipated to culminate in a staggering US$ 1.9 billion for the market by 2033.

“This industry forecast pinpointing the increase in demand for colored gemstones and gold allows investors a safe haven for investing in a company backed by gemstones and gold rather than a sometimes-volatile technology stock,” stated Jay Maull, CEO of GEMXX Corp.

"The growth rate of the colored gemstone market in India is surpassing the overall growth rate of the jewelry market in India by 2.1%. Ammolite, a relatively recent addition to the Indian colored gemstone market, has the potential to attract a significant portion of buyers seeking something innovative or distinct from conventional colored gemstones," further commented Jay Maull, CEO of GEMXX Corp.

Beyond mere aesthetics, gemstones and gold in India hold a distinct significance for a substantial portion of the population, believed to possess divine powers. The demand for colored gemstones is also on the rise, driven by their perceived Vedic properties, making them more than just precious stones but also carriers of sentimental and astrological value.

GEMXX Corporation is strategically positioned to capitalize on this growing trend, offering an extensive range of ammolite products to cater to the evolving preferences of the Indian market. As a global leader in the industry, GEMXX Corp continues to innovate and provide unique gemstone options that resonate with the cultural and spiritual sentiments of consumers.

ABOUT GEMXX CORPORATION
GEMXX Corporation (OTC: GEMZ; $GEMZ) is a publicly traded, mine-to-market gold, gemstone and jewelry producer with global reach that owns mining resources, production facilities and operating assets. GEMXX controls each stage of its production including gold mining, gemstone production, jewelry manufacturing and global distribution.

GEMXX is a leading producer of top-quality finished ammolite and ammolite jewelry. The Company’s world-class gemstone cutters and jewelry designers are continuously leading the ammolite industry in new and exciting directions. Our management team is made up of the industry's leading experts with a combined total of 160 years of ammolite gemstone and jewelry business experience.

For more information, please visit: GEMXX Corporation

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT

This press release contains forward-looking statements that can be identified by terminology such as "believes," "expects," "potential," "plans," "suggests," "may," "should," "could," "intends," or similar expressions. Many forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results implied by such statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, our ability to continue to enhance our products and systems to address industry changes, our ability to expand our customer base and retain existing customers, our ability to effectively compete in our market segment, the lack of public information on our Company, our ability to raise sufficient capital to fund our business, operations, our ability to continue as a going concern, and a limited public market for our common stock, among other risks. Many factors are difficult to predict accurately and are generally beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made, and we do not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made.

Signed. /S/ Jay Maull, CEO
GEMXX Corporation

For more information, please contact:

Corporate Communications:
InvestorBrandNetwork (IBN)
Los Angeles, California
www.InvestorBrandNetwork.com
310.299.1717 Office
[e-mail]

https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTAyOTI4MCM2MDQ4NjMwIzUwMDExNzcxNw==
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Source: GEMXX Corporation

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Ombow, Here's an interesting interview with Kerry Livgren and Dave Hope from the band Kansas -



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Matthew 24:3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?

4 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you.

5 For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.

6 And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.

7 For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.

8 All these are the beginning of sorrows.

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Ombow, An interesting stock to check out -


>>> Super Micro Computer (SMCI) - >>> This Incredibly Cheap Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Is Crushing Nvidia in 2024 With 50% Gains. It Could Soar Another 85%.


by Harsh Chauhan

The Motley Fool

January 25, 2024


https://finance.yahoo.com/news/incredibly-cheap-artificial-intelligence-ai-131500553.html


If you're looking to buy a top artificial intelligence (AI) stock right now, Nvidia is likely to be one of the first names that comes to mind. That's not surprising. Its dominance in the AI chip market has been driving outstanding top- and bottom-line growth for the company.

The good part is that Wall Street and investors are positive about Nvidia's prospects in 2024 and beyond as the AI chip market gains steam. This explains why Nvidia stock has already risen 20% in 2024. However, Nvidia's solid start to the year on the stock market has been eclipsed by Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI), which has already clocked eye-popping gains of nearly 50% this month.

Let's look at the reasons why shares of Supermicro -- as it's more commonly known -- have been soaring and why investors should consider buying it hand over fist straight away.

Supermicro's updated guidance is stellar

In a business update provided by Supermicro on Jan. 18, the company announced significantly upgraded guidance for the second quarter of its fiscal 2024 (which ended on Dec. 31, 2023). The company -- known for providing modular server solutions, which are in solid demand as they are used for deploying AI chips -- is now anticipating fiscal Q2 revenue to land at $3.62 billion at the midpoint of its guidance range.

It was earlier forecasting $2.8 billion for the previous quarter, which means that it has increased its revenue estimate by almost 30%. Additionally, Supermicro is expecting its adjusted earnings to land between $5.40 and $5.55 per share, up significantly from the earlier range of $4.40 to $4.88 per share. The updated guidance suggests that Supermicro's revenue is set to double on a year-over-year basis, while its non-GAAP (adjusted) earnings would increase 68% from the same period last year.

The big increase in Supermicro's guidance and the impressive year-over-year growth that it is set to deliver was rewarded with a sharp jump in the company's stock price. But it is worth noting that Supermicro stock continues to trade at an attractive valuation despite its latest surge.

The company sports a price-to-sales ratio of just over 3. That's incredibly cheap when compared to Nvidia's sales multiple of 33. What's more, Supermicro's trailing earnings multiple of 39 is also much lower than Nvidia's multiple of 65. Additionally, Supermicro is trading at just 7 times forward earnings, which points toward the impressive bottom-line growth that the company is expected to deliver.

According to consensus estimates, Supermicro's earnings could increase 51% in fiscal 2024 to $17.88 per share, compared to $11.81 per share in fiscal 2023. Even better, the company is forecast to deliver impressive growth over the next couple of years as well.

Assuming Supermicro does hit $27.50 per share in earnings in fiscal 2026 and trades at the Nasdaq-100 index's forward earnings multiple of 29 then (using the index as a proxy for tech stocks), its stock price could jump to $800 in just over a couple of years. That points toward 85% gains from current levels.

A closer look at the market Supermicro serves will show you just why it could indeed deliver such outstanding growth, and why investors would do well to buy this AI stock while it is still trading at attractive levels.

AI is going to be a long-term growth driver

Supermicro's server solutions have been in terrific demand thanks to the growing adoption of AI. That's not surprising as the company claims that its server solutions "maximize [the] parallel computing power of GPUs to handle billions if not trillions of AI model parameters to be trained with massive datasets that are exponentially growing."

Supermicro offers server solutions that can be used to deploy multiple types of AI accelerators, ranging from Nvidia's popular H100 chip to Intel and Advanced Micro Devices' offerings as well. As a result, data center operators have been lining up to buy its server solutions, which can reportedly help them reduce cooling and electricity costs.

The demand for Supermicro's server racks is so strong that the company recently upgraded its manufacturing capacity to 5,000 racks a month from the earlier capacity of 4,000. So, the company's updated guidance doesn't seem surprising considering the 25% jump in its manufacturing capacity, which will help it serve a "strong market and end customer demand for our rack-scale, AI and Total IT Solutions."

With the AI server market expected to grow fivefold between 2023 and 2027, generating an annual revenue of $150 billion at the end of the forecast period, Supermicro is at the beginning of a lucrative growth opportunity. The good part is that Supermicro is setting itself up to capitalize on this massive market by investing in more capacity. According to George Wang of Barclays, the company's new facility in Malaysia, which is expected to go online in the second half of fiscal 2024, could help it generate $30 billion in revenue.

Given the solid demand for AI servers, Supermicro should ideally be able to sell almost all the capacity that it brings online. That could lead to a massive jump in the company's revenue considering that it reported a top line of $7.1 billion in fiscal 2023. As a result, investors would do well to buy this growth stock hand over fist since it could sustain its red-hot rally and soar impressively in the long run.

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$GEMZ News: GEMXX Forecasts Robust Growth Amidst Surging Demand for Ammolite Jewelry and Gold

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- GEMXX Corporation ( OTC: GEMZ ) ("GEMXX" or the "Company"), a leading provider of exquisite gemstone jewelry and mine-to-market gold producer anticipates significant growth over the next 24 months. The Company is strategically positioned to capitalize on the burgeoning demand for ammolite jewelry and the sustained upward trajectory in gold prices.

Ammolite

With ammolite becoming the official gemstone of Canada, it has rapidly gained recognition as a rare gemstone, becoming desirable around the world for its unique history and rich colors. The gemstone’s vibrant colors and limited availability make it a prized possession. GEMXX has experienced additional demand throughout India and Asia as the gemstone appeals to a discerning clientele seeking exclusive and collectible pieces.

Gold

GEMXX Corporation’s expansion into the mining of gold reserves in Canada is a new and welcomed asset to the Company’s balance sheet. Gold adds considerable support to the Company’s “Mine-to-Market” business model in three core elements affecting long-term sustainable profitability:

First, the Company can cut its raw material costs by roughly 60% by mining its own gold for its jewelry segment. These cost savings will not only reduce the cost of goods, but the savings will also be reflected in higher and predictable profit margins.

Second, with effective mining of the gold reserves, GEMXX will be able to accumulate reserves for future funding needs for the Company. Therefore, avoiding additional dilutive fundraising by issuing stock or taking on debt to fund the Company.

Third, investors will be able to participate in a stock based on precious metals and gemstones. With the price of gold today at approx. USD $2,000 per ounce, the future looks promising for gold as it is projected to reach new highs in the coming 24 months. Furthermore, as global economic uncertainties persist, investors are turning to traditional safe-haven assets, particularly gold.

GEMXX Corporation's diversified portfolio, including its gold-related ventures, positions the Company to benefit from the ongoing appreciation in gold prices. "We are excited about the tremendous potential for growth in both the ammolite and gold markets," said Richard Clowater, President of GEMXX Corporation. "Our commitment to quality, craftsmanship and our ability to adapt to market dynamics position us for sustained success. We are confident we will be able to deliver strong returns to our shareholders," further stated Clowater.

GEMXX Corporation's financial outlook aligns with these positive market trends, and the Company remains focused on expanding its product offerings, enhancing operational efficiency, and exploring strategic partnerships to maximize shareholder value.

Investors and stakeholders are encouraged to stay updated on GEMXX Corporation's performance as it navigates the evolving landscape of the jewelry and precious metals industry.

ABOUT GEMXX CORPORATION

GEMXX Corporation (OTC: GEMZ; $GEMZ) is a publicly traded, mine-to-market gold, gemstone and jewelry producer with global reach that owns mining resources, production facilities and operating assets. GEMXX controls each stage of its production including gold mining, gemstone production, jewelry manufacturing and global distribution.

GEMXX is a leading producer of top-quality finished ammolite and ammolite jewelry. The Company’s world-class gemstone cutters and jewelry designers are continuously leading the ammolite industry in new and exciting directions. Our management team is made up of the industry's leading experts with a combined total of 160 years of ammolite gemstone and jewelry business experience.

For more information, please visit: GEMXX Corporation

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT

This press release contains forward-looking statements that can be identified by terminology such as "believes," "expects," "potential," "plans," "suggests," "may," "should," "could," "intends," or similar expressions. Many forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results implied by such statements. These factors include but are not limited to, our ability to continue to enhance our products and systems to address industry changes, our ability to expand our customer base and retain existing customers, our ability to effectively compete in our market segment, the lack of public information on our Company, our ability to raise sufficient capital to fund our business, operations, our ability to continue as a going concern, and a limited public market for our common stock, among other risks. Many factors are difficult to predict accurately and are generally beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made, and we do not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made.

Signed. /S/ Jay Maull, CEO

GEMXX Corporation

For more information, please contact:
Corporate Communications:
Investor Brand Network (IBN)
Los Angeles, California
www.InvestorBrandNetwork.com
310.299.1717 Office
[e-mail]

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What do the Japanese gain? A world renowned and respected partner who can write a check for $50 billion (or much more) in a matter of minutes without having to consult with his loan committee, as a bank would. "Berkshire Cash as of 30 Sep 23: $157.2 billion"

https://www.cnbc.com/berkshire-hathaway-portfolio/

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I still own all five via BRK. I see that ITOCY, as an example, was up 42% in the past 12 months. All five increased their dividends as well, I believe.

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Bar, >> Sumitomo <<

Yes, I'm still kicking myself for selling those Japanese stocks that Buffett likes so much. They were up nice, but have continued to zoom. But watching N. Korea routinely lobbing missiles into the Sea of Japan has cooled my enthusiasm for that part of the world. I remember Munger saying how the rising geopolitical risks have made Asia a riskier place to invest, though he was mainly referring to China and Taiwan. He said that those five Japanese conglomerates were so phenomenally cheap, investing in them was like printing free money.


>>> Sumitomo Clarifies Buffett Comments After Trading House Stocks Jump


Bloomberg

by Shoko Oda and Stephen Stapczynski

January 16, 2024


https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sumitomo-clarifies-buffett-comments-trading-045019498.html


(Bloomberg) -- Japanese trading house Sumitomo Corp. sought to clarify that comments by its chief executive officer on new investments by Warren Buffett were referring to previous statements from Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

Shares in the trading houses — known as sogo shosha — advanced Wednesday after Barron’s quoted Sumitomo’s Masayuki Hyodo as saying Berkshire’s stake “is increasing — not only Sumitomo, but all five trading companies.”

A Sumitomo spokesperson told Bloomberg News that Hyodo’s response referred to Berkshire’s previous public comments about potentially boosting its stakes in the companies to 9.9%. Sumitomo is only aware of Berkshire’s holdings via public disclosures, and the US company currently holds 8.23% of the Japanese firm, the spokesperson said.

The so-called Oracle of Omaha traveled to Japan last April to meet with executives from the five companies for the first time. Berkshire subsequently raised its stakes in the trading houses to an average of more than 8.5%. It said in June that it hopes to eventually own 9.9% of each of the firms, and that it won’t make purchases past that point without approval from the respective boards.

The purchases by the legendary US investor helped to propel gains in the Japanese stock market last year, with the market trying to scope out what his next targets might be.

Sumitomo Corp. jumped as much as 3% on Wednesday. The other major trading houses also increased, with Mitsubishi Corp. climbing as much as 5% and Mitsui & Co. as much as 3.5%. The similar intraday gains for Itochu Corp. and Marubeni Corp. were 2.6% and 4.2%, respectively.

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On Buffett's 5 Trading Houses

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sumitomo-clarifies-buffett-comments-trading-045019498.html

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$AVRW Avenir Wellness Solutions: Management has made it clear that the company is just at the beginning of a positive growth stage now that should be reflected in upcoming financial reports.

From CEO Nancy Duitch: "We expect accelerating sales will reaffirm the improving overall trajectory of the business. Further, our margin expansion initiatives continue to deliver results with improvement from second quarter, and we are moving forward with our efforts to further reduce SG&A expenses and to maximize operating leverage. Fine tuning our SEO and successful monthly campaigns like theSkimm continue to deliver as we execute on our strategy to build our brands."
Source:
https://www.accesswire.com/803425/avenir-wellness-solutions-reports-third-quarter-2023-results

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>>> Chinese Billionaire Is Second-Biggest Foreign Owner of US Land


Bloomberg

by Devon Pendleton

January 8, 2024


https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chinese-billionaire-second-biggest-foreign-172504581.html


(Bloomberg) -- A Chinese national who made his fortune from online gaming has emerged as one of the most significant non-American holders of land in the US.

Chen Tianqiao owns 198,000 acres (80,127 hectares) of Oregon timberland, making him the country’s 82nd-largest property owner, according to the Land Report’s latest ranking.

Chen, 50, acquired the acreage from Fidelity National Financial Ventures for $85 million in 2015. Oregon tax records last month disclosed the name of the beneficial owner as Shanda Asset Management, the same moniker as Chen’s Singapore-based holding group.

His Oregon property makes him one of the biggest individual owners of American land by a non-US citizen. Only the Irving family of Canada — No. 6 on the Land Report’s list with over 1.2 million acres of Maine timberland — owns more.

Foreign ownership of US land — particularly land used for farming — has become a sensitive political issue in recent years. About 40 million acres of American agricultural land was owned by non-US interests as of 2021, according to the most recent Department of Agriculture data, with entities from China owning the equivalent of .03% of all US farmland.

Some lawmakers have pushed for national rules restricting foreign investment in American agricultural property. The Senate voted in July to ban the sale of farmland beyond a certain acreage or value to people or businesses from China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, but the measure wasn’t ultimately signed into law. Almost half of all states have some sort of restrictions on foreign ownership.

A native of Zhejiang Province, Chen started an online gaming company, Shanda Interactive, in 1999. Within five years it had become one of China’s largest internet companies and was listed on the Nasdaq in the US. Chen took the company private in 2012 and moved his holding group’s headquarters from China to Singapore.

His investments span public and private equities, venture capital and real estate, according to Shanda’s website. He and his wife Chrissy Luo made an initial $115 million donation to found the Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute for Neuroscience at the California Institute of Technology in 2016 with the mission of advancing understanding of the brain.

Ultra-wealthy investors seeking an inflation hedge and uncorrelated assets have increasingly flocked to farmland and other rural properties in recent years. The average value of US cropland jumped 8.1% last year and has risen by more than a third since 2020, according to the USDA.

The gains are driven by food demand and high inflation but also by interest in rarefied properties, like classic western ranches, that offer recreation as well as investment return potential.

The country’s biggest landowner is the Emmerson family, owners of timberland empire Sierra Pacific Industries, followed by billionaires John Malone, Ted Turner and Stan Kroenke.

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$RWGI Acquisition Completes and Establishes Key Revenue Drivers; Rodedawg Intl. Ind, Inc. (OTC:RWGI) Acquires Parabola Mgmt., LLC https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rodedawg-intl-ind-inc-otc-143000030.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr