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Is Tesla stock MAGA overpriced? When will Tesla stock go down?

January 21, 2025 Is Tesla stock MAGA overpriced? Absolutely. Tesla is trading at more than double its "true" market value. There's no "true" value because valuation is an intersubjective assessment between buyers and sellers in the marketplace. In reality, the "true" value is whatever the current value is. If the market wants Tesla shares to be valued at $1.34 trillion with shares selling at $426, that is the "true" value. However, that "truth" is not set in stone and is subject to change (up or down) at any point in time. We believe that Tesla is "supposed to" go down to about 30% its current market value. Whether the market will agree with us is both unknown and unlikely.   Is Tesla stock supposed to go down now that Trump will end the federal preference for electric vehicles? Yes, Tesla stock is supposed to go down, but that doesn't mean that it will.  On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump dealt a massive blo...

Who Should Buy Tik Tok? Elon Musk for sure

January 19, 2025 Who Should Buy Tik Tok Operations in the US? Elon Musk. With a net worth of almost $440 billion, Elon Musk is well positioned to buy Tik Tok operations in the US. All the money has been given to Elon for free after the elections due to his connections to the Donald Trump. If Elon is smart, he should buy Tik Tok now before Tesla's stock faces an inevitable correction, which will wipe over $50 billion of Elon's wealth anyways.  Why is Tik Tok selling its operations in the US? On January 18, 2025, TikTok ceased its services in the United States in compliance with a federal law mandating its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations or face a nationwide ban. This action followed the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the law, citing national security concerns over data collection and potential influence by the Chinese government.  The legislation, known as the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA...

Is retirement a trap? Is it better to work until you drop? We believe so.

January 29, 2025 Retirement is a Trap: Appreciate the Value of Lifelong Work and Passion Retirement is sold to the masses as the ultimate reward for a lifetime of hard work—a heaven on Earth to rest, relax, and enjoy the fruits of one's labor. We see retirement as a potential trap that may lead to loss of purpose, social isolation, financial strain, and diminished health. Rather than retiring, perhaps it may be preferable to find another job or occupation that you can enjoy until the day you die. This perspective aligns with the wisdom of Confucius, who famously said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” Rather than viewing retirement as an escape from work, it may be better to embrace a fulfilling career or vocation that one can pursue for a lifetime. This approach can foster purpose, vitality, and a sense of connection throughout life. The Retirement Trap 1. Loss of Purpose. Work is more than a source of income; it provides structure, purpo...

What are the Top 10 Most-Watched YouTube videos of all time?

January 15, 2026 What are the Top 10 Most-Watched YouTube videos of all time? There are about 17 billion videos to choose from on YouTube. About 5 billion videos are watched every day. Some videos have zero views while others have billions of views. Below is the list of the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos. As you will see, 6 out of 10 are educational videos for children. The other 4 are pop music videos. That makes sense because parents replay educational videos for children and music listeners replay videos for entertainment. 1. Baby Shark Dance by Pinkfong Kids' Songs & Stories    Over 15.34 billion views    A catchy children's song featuring animated characters performing the "Baby Shark" dance.    [Baby Shark Dance](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqZsoesa55w) 2. "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee   Over 8.4 billion views   A reggaeton and Latin pop song that became a global hit, showcasing Puerto Rican culture.   [De...

Can Trump trade Puerto Rico for Greenland?

January 18, 2025 Can Trump trade Puerto Rico for Greenland? No. Donald Trump (or any U.S. president) cannot trade Puerto Rico for Greenland. Such a notion is entirely unrealistic and lacks a basis in international law, U.S. constitutional law, and geopolitical norms. --- 1. Sovereignty and Consent. Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Any decision involving Greenland’s territorial status would require the consent of:   The Greenlandic government because Greenland has significant self-rule).   The Danish government because Greenland belongs to the Kingdom of Denmark. Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the United States. Any decision about its territorial status would require the consent of:   The people of Puerto Rico, who arguably have a right to self-determination.   The U.S. Congress, which has authority over U.S. territories under the Constitution. A trade of sovereign territories would require the explicit consent of all ...

Will Jared Kushner participate in the Second Trump Administration?

January 18, 2026 Will Jared Kushner get involved in the Second Trump Administration? Apparently not. It seems that Jared Kushner (JK) will stay away from any formal role in the Trump White House. JK will continue managing his private equity firm, Affinity Partners, looking for ways to become a self-made billionaire.  Below a few lines about JK, an interesting American businessman and surely an influential billionaire in the decades to come.  Jared Kushner (JK) is an American businessman born on January 10, 1981, in Livingston, New Jersey. JK is married to Ivanka Trump and is thus the son in law of President Trump. JK is a real estate developer, media entrepreneur, former political advisor, former government official, and private equity investment manager. JK lives in Miami with his wife Ivanka Trump and their three children: Arabella, Joseph, and Theodore. JCK was born to Seryl and Charles Kushner, and raised in a Modern Orthodox Jewish manner. The Kushners owned the Kushners ...

Will February 2025 be a bad month for the stock market? What about the summer?

January 17, 2025 Will February 2025 be a bad month for the stock market? We believe so. No one knows what will happen. The future has not been created yet. There are three possibilities-and only three-for the stock market in February 2025: up - same - down (USD). The stock market may go up, may stay the same, or may go down. Historically, February is not the worst month for the stock market and is in the middle of the pack. The summer months, September, August, and June are typically the worst performers due to profit taking and summer vacations. February has been a mixed performer. February's relative position depends on the specific time period and data set analyzed. February's Historical Performance February is typically slightly weaker than average but not consistently he worst by any measure. On a rolling historical basis (e.g., over the past 75 years), February has produced small positive or near-flat returns, depending on market conditions. For the S&P 500, February ...