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Motley Fool Money

Everything at Highs: Tech, Rates, Gold and Cocoa

Apr 12, 2024
40:31
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Stocks, debt, and hedges at highs simultaneously, inflation numbers and potential Fed rate cuts, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft reducing reliance on Nvidia in AI, discussion on bad leaders and followers with insights from Volkswagen scandal, breakdown of Hershey and Coupang stocks
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Quick takeaways

  • Stocks, debt, and alternative hedges are all at highs simultaneously, posing unique challenges for investors.
  • Companies like Hershey are strategizing to combat challenges of soaring cocoa prices, focusing on cost control.

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Coupeang's Wow Membership Price Increase

Coupeang, known as the Amazon of South Korea, raised the price of its Wow membership by 58%. The move drew attention as it is the largest price increase to date for the South Korean e-commerce giant. Despite the significant percentage raise, the price remains relatively low compared to the average income in South Korea. The strategic decision reflects a belief in the value proposition offered by the premium service.

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