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Vestis Corp is a provider of uniform rentals and workplace supplies across the United States and Canada. It provides uniforms, mats, towels, linens, restroom supplies, first-aid supplies, safety products, and other workplace supplies. The Company serves customers ranging from small, family-owned operations with a single location to large corporations and national franchises with multiple locations. The company operates in the United States and Canada as reportable segments. The company earns the majority of its revenue from the United States.

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The recent $1.4 billion Ethereum theft from Bybit has shaken the crypto market and reignited debate over a hard fork to recover stolen funds. The scale of the hack highlights the growing risk of state-sponsored cybercrime and the urgent need for stronger security measures in the blockchain space.
Aneirin Flynn, co-founder and CEO of FailSafe, spoke with Benzinga about the Bybit exploit, potential preventive strategies, and why an Ethereum rollback isn't a feasible solution. FailSafe, a blockchain security firm, provides real-time threat detection and intelligent risk management to protect digital assets from evolving cyber threats.
Here is an excerpt from the interview: 
What does the Bybit hack reveal about the evolving tactics of crypto hackers, and how should wallet providers and exchanges adapt?
The Bybit hack reveals that attackers are no longer just focused on compromising private keys or exploiting smart contract flaws—they're examining the entire operational stack. This means that every layer, including user interfaces and administrative controls, must be secured.
How can wallet and multisig platforms like Safe{Wallet} rebuild trust after an incident like this? Is transparency enough, or do they need deeper security overhauls?
Rebuilding trust after such an incident involves much more than transparent communication. While it is essential for platforms like Safe{Wallet} to be open about the breach and the steps taken to address it, transparency alone won&#8217;t restore confidence. Trust will be reestablished through deep security overhauls that address both technical vulnerabilities and operational shortcomings. This means redesigning the system architecture, implementing stronger access controls, and investing in robust human risk management to prevent similar issues from recurring.
This attack targeted the user interface rather than the blockchain itself. What security improvements should wallet providers prioritize to prevent similar attacks? This is part of a general trend we&#8217;re seeing emerge—it&#8217;s much easier to compromise a signing device or socially engineer someone into providing sensitive information rather than targeting flaws or vulnerabilities in the blockchain (or smart contract logic) itself. In fact, attackers were able to skirt around CI/CD and deployment processes because they weren&#8217;t enforced on Safe developer machines. Wallet providers need to accept that they are likely targets within the supply chain. They should regularly test and review their entire security stack—from development to deployment and operations—to identify and fix vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
FailSafe suggests an extra verification layer could have stopped the attack. Should all major exchanges and custodial services start implementing such solutions?
Absolutely. Incorporating an extra verification layer can serve as a critical safeguard, and major exchanges as well as custodial services should seriously consider adopting these solutions. Such a layer would enforce that every transaction originates from a secure user interface, simulating transactions for anomalies and rigorously checking the health of signing devices before approval. This additional checkpoint not only enhances the overall security posture but also acts as a final barrier against unauthorized transactions, thereby protecting the assets even if other defenses fail.
Given that both Safe{Wallet} and Ledger have now been compromised, do you think the industry has been overestimating the security of multisig and hardware wallets? The recent compromises at Safe and Ledger don&#8217;t indicate that multisig and hardware wallet technologies are inherently insecure; rather, they reveal that the real vulnerabilities lie in the human and operational aspects surrounding these systems. The incidents demonstrate that while the technology itself may be robust, the security of the overall system is compromised when administrative controls and human risk management are insufficient.
Are exchanges like Bybit doing enough to secure their users' funds, or should they be adopting a more proactive approach to cybersecurity?
One key factor behind the hack was Bybit's attractiveness as a target—it consolidated one of the largest ETH reserves in a single Safe wallet and executed frequent high-value transactions, making it a magnet for sophisticated attackers. To better protect their users' funds, Bybit could adopt a more proactive approach by diversifying asset storage across multiple wallets, tightening administrative controls, and implementing additional layers of transaction verification. These measures would not only strengthen their overall security posture but also reduce the likelihood of becoming an appealing target for attackers.
Would industry-wide collaboration, such as shared threat intelligence networks, help prevent large-scale attacks like this in the future?
Shared threat intelligence networks help with recovery, as shown by current efforts to detect and freeze laundered funds through industry-wide collaboration. However, they don't guarantee prevention. Open-source frameworks like the Security Frameworks by Security Alliance (SEAL) offer valuable best practices, but their benefits depend on proper implementation. Ultimately, preventing large-scale attacks by advanced threat actors requires a proactive approach and an organizational&nbsp;commitment to prioritize security.&nbsp;Security is not a department—it's a mindset. When every member of an organization embraces the belief that security is everyone's responsibility, we build a culture of continuous vigilance that stands as our best defense.
How does this incident shape the future of crypto security? Do you see increased adoption of AI-driven security tools or new approaches to transaction verification?
I hope that the incident serves as a catalyst for the adoption of more security, ushering in an era where advanced security measures become the norm. A friend who looked&nbsp;after We can expect to see a greater adoption of AI-driven security tools that continuously analyze transaction patterns, detect anomalies in real time, and enforce dynamic security protocols. Additionally, new approaches to transaction verification—integrating secure UI enforcement, comprehensive device checks, and sophisticated simulation techniques—will be developed to create multi-layered defenses. These innovations will collectively shape a more secure and resilient crypto environment, making it harder for attackers to exploit any single vulnerability.

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Dave Ramsey, the popular personal finance guru, is facing criticism after a recent discussion about tariffs. During a segment of his show, Ramsey tried to explain President Donald Trump&#8217;s tariff policies by sharing a personal anecdote. &#8220;I&#8217;ve got a friend building a house in Cabo,&#8221; he said, using the story to argue that Mexico imposes heavy tariffs on U.S. goods.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ramsey Claims Mexico Charges a 33% Tariff</h2>
The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-an7POj7mA">video</a> starts out with Ramsey&#8217;s co-host, Ken Coleman, explaining that &#8220;tariffs will affect us. There&#8217;s no question. Even President Trump has said, and I quote, &#8216;Prices will go up.'&#8221; He continued, &#8220;There&#8217;s no question that that&#8217;s how tariffs work even though a tariff is placed on a foreign country. Tariffs are passed on from American companies <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42027079/we-will-pass-those-tariff-costs-back-to-the-consumer-says-ceo-of-autozone-heres-a-look-at-other-companies-raising-prices">to American consumers</a>. It&#8217;s a long-held economic strategy. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn&#8217;t.&#8221;&nbsp;
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Ramsey then claimed that Mexico slaps a 33% tariff on goods imported from the U.S., suggesting that tariffs are a common practice in international trade. His friend building a house in Cabo supposedly paid tariffs on &#8220;some of his appliances and his plumbing fixture shipped in from the States.&#8221; However, that&#8217;s highly questionable.
It&#8217;s possible that Ramsey confused Mexico's value-added tax with a tariff. Mexico imposes a 16% VAT on most goods, which applies to both businesses and individuals bringing products into the country. Additionally, luxury goods or specific items could be subject to extra taxes or duties, which may have been the case with his friend's appliances. Plus, if one is moving from the U.S. to Mexico and bringing personal belongings without a household goods certificate, import duties are 16% of the item&#8217;s declared value, in line with the VAT.
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However, this is not the same as a blanket 33% tariff on U.S. goods. The VAT is a consumption tax, similar to sales tax in the U.S., and is paid by the final buyer. Meanwhile, tariffs are charges imposed on foreign goods to protect domestic industries and under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Mexico does impose tariffs on some products, but these usually apply to countries without a free trade agreement with Mexico, not to U.S. goods.
For instance, in August 2023, Mexico temporarily imposed a 25% tariff on various imports, including steel and textiles—but only for countries that don't have a free trade agreement with Mexico. Then, this past December, Mexico introduced a 35% tariff on specific finished textile products, again primarily affecting non-FTA nations. Also, any <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/25/02/43423663/mexican-president-to-trump-lets-jointly-tackle-border-issues-though-we-will-counter-tariffs">potential retaliatory tariffs</a> in response to President Donald Trump's threatened <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43926015/trump-confirms-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-will-take-effect-as-planned">tariffs on Canada and Mexico</a> did not take effect.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Backlash From Viewers</h2>
Ramsey&#8217;s comments quickly drew criticism, with many accusing him of being out of touch. Under the video published on YouTube, critics pointed out that he seemed to misunderstand how tariffs work and how trade pacts like the <a href="https://archive.ph/o/KUFYg/https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/01/business/economy/usmca-takes-effect.html">USMCA</a>.
As one user commented, &#8220;Talk about tone deaf. The average American is struggling with inflation and the best Dave can come up with is his friend building a house in Cabo?&#8221;
Another added, &#8220;This just proves that being good at personal finance doesn't mean you understand global economics.&#8221;
Other commenters questioned Ramsey&#8217;s claim about the 33% tariff, with one explaining, &#8220;An American company exporting goods (American goods under USMCA certification of origin guidelines) to either jurisdiction will not pay any duty (tariff) or have a reduced tariff, if any. However, an individual will not &#8220;evade&#8221; sales taxes that should apply to said goods. I looked at the Mexican Tariff (HS code), and I can&#8217;t find any tariff for appliances.&#8221;
Some also felt <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41523142/dave-ramsey-weighs-in-on-the-2024-presidential-race-with-a-surprising-endorsement-heres-who-the-">Ramsey was defending</a> Trump's policies too strongly. One person wrote, &#8220;Dave sides with Trump on everything because Dave forgot where he came from! He used to be one of us.&#8221;
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Another pointed out, &#8220;Ken handled this well and tried to be objective in responding to the question. Dave&#8217;s answer revealed that he has been a little too rich for a little too long.&#8221;
One viral comment summed up the general sentiment: &#8220;When someone starts their argument with &#8216;I&#8217;ve got a friend building a house in Cabo,&#8217; you can safely assume what he&#8217;s about to say doesn&#8217;t apply to your tax bracket lol.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bigger Picture on Tariffs</h2>
Trump's tariff policies have been a hot topic, with supporters arguing they protect American industries and critics saying they result in higher costs for consumers. But regardless of where people stand on tariffs, getting basic facts right is important. Ramsey's mistake only added to the confusion around an already complex issue.
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The 2025 Academy Awards will be held on Sunday March 2. Here's a look at how to watch the awards ceremony and how movie fans have more ways to bet on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/01/43167791/2025-oscars-emilia-perez-leads-with-13-nods-trump-portrayal-in-spotlight">the potential winners.</a>
How to Watch the 2025 Academy Awards: The 2025 Academy Awards will air on ABC and stream on Hulu live for the first time. Both units are owned by The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>), one of the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43494650/disney-q1-earnings-powered-by-moana-2-and-mufasa-theme-parks-loses-streaming-subscribers"> largest media companies</a> in the world.
The awards start at 7 p.m. ET with the ceremony expected to last around three and a half hours.
Disney has reported that it sold out of advertising inventory for both ABC and Hulu ahead of the ceremony. The media company sought out $1.7 million to $2.3 million per 30-second advertisement, as reported by <a href="https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/disney-oscars-commericals-sold-out-2025-1236323501/">Variety</a>.
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Betting Odds: Movie fans will have several ways to bet on the 2025 Academy Awards with sportsbooks like DraftKings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>) and BetMGM, which is a joint venture from Entain and MGM Resorts International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGM#NYSE">MGM</a>) offering betting on the major awards.
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket also offer betting odds on the larger races with contracts paying out $1 for correct picks or $0 for incorrect picks.
Here are the current betting odds from DraftKings for the top categories:
Best Picture
<ul>
<li>"Anora," Neon: -200</li>
<li>"Conclave," Distributed by Focus Features, a unit of Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>): +225</li>
<li>"The Brutalist," A24: +600</li>
<li>"A Complete Unknown," Searchlight Pictures (Disney): +3,500</li>
<li>"Wicked," Universal Pictures (Comcast): +5,000</li>
<li>&#8220;Emilia Pérez," Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>): +6,500</li>
<li>"The Substance," Mubi: +8,000</li>
<li>"Dune: Part Two," Warner Bros. Pictures (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>): +10,000</li>
<li>"I'm Still Here," Distributed by Sony Group Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>): +10,000</li>
<li>"Nickel Boys," Amazon MGM Studios, a unit of Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>): +15,000</li>
</ul>
Best Actor in a Leading Role
<ul>
<li>Adrien Brody, &#8220;The Brutalist&#8221;: -250</li>
<li>Timothée Chalamet, &#8220;A Complete Unknown&#8221;: +150</li>
<li>Ralph Fiennes, &#8220;Conclave&#8221;: +1,800</li>
<li>Sebastian Stan, &#8220;The Apprentice&#8221;: +3,500</li>
<li>Colman Domingo, &#8220;Sing Sing&#8221;: +5,000</li>
</ul>
Best Actress in a Leading Role
<ul>
<li>Demi Moore, &#8220;The Substance&#8221;: -250</li>
<li>Mikey Madison, &#8220;Anora&#8221;: +175</li>
<li>Fernanda Torres, &#8220;I&#8217;m Still Here&#8221;: +1,100</li>
<li>Cynthia Erivo,&nbsp;&#8220;Wicked&#8221;: +3,500</li>
<li>Karla Sofía Gascón, &#8220;Emilia Pérez&#8221;: +5,000</li>
</ul>
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
<ul>
<li>Kieran Culkin, &#8220;A Real Pain&#8221;: -3,500</li>
<li>Edward Norton, &#8220;A Complete Unknown&#8221;: +1,100</li>
<li>Yura Borisov, &#8220;Anora&#8221;: +1,800</li>
<li>Guy Pearce, &#8220;The Brutalist&#8221;: +2,000</li>
<li>Jeremy Strong, &#8220;The Apprentice&#8221;: +2,000</li>
</ul>
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
<ul>
<li>Zoe Saldaña, &#8220;Emilia Pérez&#8221;: -2,500</li>
<li>Ariana Grande,&nbsp;&#8220;Wicked&#8221;: +800</li>
<li>Felicity Jones, &#8220;The Brutalist&#8221;: +1,400</li>
<li>Isabella Rossellini, &#8220;Conclave&#8221;: +2,000</li>
<li>Monica Barbaro, &#8220;A Complete Unknown&#8221;: +2,500</li>
</ul>
Best Director
<ul>
<li>Sean Baker,&nbsp;&#8220;Anora&#8221;: -175</li>
<li>Brady Corbet, &#8220;The Brutalist&#8221;: +135</li>
<li>Jacques Audiard, &#8220;Emilia Pérez&#8221;: +2,000</li>
<li>James Mangold, &#8220;A Complete Unknown&#8221;: +2,500</li>
<li>Coralie Fargeat, &#8220;The Substance&#8221;: +2,500</li>
</ul>
Kalshi has betting odds on many of the top award categories, including Best Picture Odds listed below:
<ul>
<li>"Anora": 63%</li>
<li>"Conclave": 21%</li>
<li>"The Brutalist": 13%</li>
<li>"A Complete Unknown": 1%</li>
<li>"The Substance": 1%</li>
<li>"Emilia Pérez": 1%</li>
<li>"Dune: Part Two": &lt;1%</li>
<li>"Wicked": &lt;1%</li>
<li>"I'm Still Here": &lt;1%</li>
<li>"Nickel Boys": &lt;1%</li>
</ul>
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Along with prediction markets for individual award categories, Kalshi also offers a betting market for "Anora" and "The Brutalist" head-to-head for more wins at this year's award show. At the time of writing, "Anora" and the films being tied both have 32% with "The Brutalist" having 22%.
Kalshi users can also predict how many awards many of the top films will take home.
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John Ewing from BetMGM broke down where the betting money stood as of Friday in a series of <a href="https://x.com/johnewing">tweets</a>.
<ul>
<li>Best Actress: 58% of the money on Madison at +220 odds</li>
<li>Best Actor: 53% of bets on Chalamet (+200), while 72% of the money is on Brody (-250)</li>
<li>Best Director: 43% of bets on Baker (-220)</li>
<li>Best Picture: 83% of money on "Anora" (-210)</li>
</ul>
Key Items to Watch: Emilia Pérez led the overall nominations with 13 nods, setting the record for the most nominations for a non-English language film.
Actress&nbsp;Karla Sofía Gascón&nbsp;also became the first openly trans actor ever nominated for an Academy Award for her role in the film. Gascón&nbsp;has become the subject of recent controversy over past tweets that were found.
The film helped Netflix rank first among studios with 16 total nominations in the main categories, ranking second was A24 with 14 followed by Universal with 13.
Netflix has received plenty of nominations at the Academy Awards including for Best Picture, but has yet to win this top prize.&nbsp;Apple Inc&nbsp;became the first streaming company to win Best Picture in 2022 with &#8220;CODA.&#8221;
Last year&#8217;s most nominated film &#8220;Oppenheimer&#8221;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/03/37600557/oppenheimer-scoops-the-96th-academy-awards-with-7-oscars-emma-stone-a-second-actress-award-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;took home seven wins&nbsp;</a>including Best Picture from its 13 nominations.
Ranking second in overall nominations were &#8220;Wicked&#8221; and &#8220;The Brutalist,&#8221; which both received 10 nominations. "The Brutalist" won Best Picture-Drama at the Golden Globes, but has recently come into controversy for its use of artificial intelligence in the film, as&nbsp;<a href="https://deadline.com/2025/01/the-brutalist-ai-brady-corbet-responds-1236260987/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported&nbsp;</a>by Deadline.
Another top storyline could be the fact that &#8220;The Apprentice,&#8221; a movie about President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;got nominated for two Academy Awards. Trump fought to get<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/12/42403697/donald-trump-tried-to-block-the-apprentice-from-movie-theaters-film-gets-2-golden-globe-nominations" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;the movie banned</a>&nbsp;from theaters unsuccessfully.&nbsp;Sebastian Stan,&nbsp;who played Trump in the film, was nominated for Best Actor and&nbsp;Jeremy Strong, who plays Trump mentor&nbsp;Roy Cohn&nbsp;in the film, was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.
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The week was abuzz with news from the automotive and aviation sectors. From Lucid Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>) clarifying its business priorities to Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) revealing design plans for its Cybercab, there was no shortage of headlines. Additionally, Elon Musk made a plea to retired air traffic controllers, Trump&#8217;s helicopter movements caused FAA disruptions, and Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MULN#NASDAQ">MULN</a>) saw a significant stock surge.
Lucid&#8217;s Interim CEO Clarifies Business Priorities
Marc Winterhoff, the interim CEO of Lucid Group, refuted rumors that the company is planning to sideline its car business. He clarified that former CEO Peter Rawlinson&#8217;s statement about Lucid being primarily a tech company was misinterpreted.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43967170/lucids-interim-ceo-clarifies-on-peter-rawlinsons-earlier-statement-doesnt-mean-we-are-deprioritizing-our-automotive-car-business">Read the full article here.</a>
Tesla&#8217;s Cybercab to Forego Stainless Steel and Paint
Tesla&#8217;s dedicated robotaxi, the Cybercab, will neither have stainless steel panels nor be painted, according to senior company executive Lars Moravy. He explained that the material used for the Cybertruck does not allow for the Cybercab&#8217;s required curves or structure.
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Elon Musk Calls for Retired Air Traffic Controllers to Return to Work
Elon Musk, the Department of Government Efficiency lead, urged retired air traffic controllers to consider returning to work due to a shortage of highly skilled controllers. This call comes as the FAA is recruiting entry-level air traffic controllers.
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Trump&#8217;s Helicopter Movements Cause FAA Disruptions
New FAA regulations requiring the shutdown of runway operations at Washington&#8217;s Reagan National Airport during President Trump&#8217;s helicopter movements have led to significant disruptions for airlines and passengers. The restrictions were implemented following a fatal collision between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines jet.
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Mullen Automotive Wins Contract
Mullen Automotive&#8217;s stock experienced a significant surge on Wednesday after it said that its fully electric commercial vehicles have been included in the National Auto Fleet Group's (NAFG) Sourcewell contract.
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Elon Musk&#8216;s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has issued a second email directive to all executive branch employees. This directive requires employees to report their weekly achievements, with a new provision for classified information.
What Happened: DOGE sent the email on Saturday night via the Office of Personnel Management. The email, titled &#8220;What did you do last week? Part II,&#8221; requires federal employees to list five accomplishments from the previous week by 11:59 p.m. ET Monday.
As per the report <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/03/01/us-news/doge-sends-out-a-second-email-requiring-executive-branch-employees-with-new-requirement/">by</a> The New York Post, the email now includes a provision for agencies with employees who sought exemption from the task due to the confidential nature of their work.
These employees are instructed&nbsp;not to send links, attachments,&nbsp;or any classified or sensitive&nbsp;information. Instead, they can simply write, &#8220;All of my activities are sensitive.&#8221;
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Despite resistance from some agency heads, Musk emphasized the mandatory nature of the email, stating, &#8220;The&nbsp;President has made it clear&nbsp;that this is mandatory for&nbsp;the executive branch.&#8221;
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During&nbsp;the first cabinet meeting of&nbsp;President Trump&#8217;s second term, Musk clarified the purpose of the email, stating it was a &#8220;pulse check review&#8221; rather than a performance review. He also suggested that the initiative could help identify &#8220;dead&#8221; employees on the government payroll.
Why It Matters: This new mandate from DOGE is part of a broader effort to increase government efficiency and accountability. By requiring employees to report their weekly achievements, the department aims to identify areas of inefficiency and improve overall productivity. 
The new provision for classified information ensures that sensitive information remains secure while still holding all employees accountable for their work. 
This initiative is a significant step in the ongoing mission to streamline government operations under the Trump administration.
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'What Did You Do Last Week? Part II': Musk's DOGE Issues Second Email Mandate For Executive Branch Employees

A federal judge has declared President Donald Trump&#8216;s attempt to dismiss a federal workforce <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42257381/snowden-finds-unexpected-allies-in-trumps-new-team">watchdog to be unlawful</a>.
What Happened: Judge Amy Berman Jackson ruled on Saturday that Hampton Dellinger, the chief&nbsp;of the Office of Special&nbsp;Counsel, is entitled to serve out his five-year term. This ruling comes despite Trump&#8217;s attempt to oust him via email last month.
A law that has been in effect for over four decades stipulates&nbsp;that the special counsel can&nbsp;only be dismissed on grounds of &#8220;inefficiency,&nbsp;neglect of duty, or malfeasance&nbsp;in office.&#8221; 
The Justice Department contended that this provision is unconstitutional as it encroaches on the president&#8217;s power to oversee executive agencies, <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/01/judge-rules-trumps-firing-of-federal-workforce-watchdog-was-illegal-00206877">reports</a> Politico.
However, Jackson ruled in favor of Dellinger, stating that his responsibilities,&nbsp;which include holding executive branch&nbsp;officials accountable for ethical violations and managing whistleblower complaints, were designed to be independent of the president.
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The Justice Department has since appealed the&nbsp;decision to the D.C. Circuit&nbsp;Court of Appeals. Dellinger, an appointee of President Biden, expressed his appreciation for the ruling and pledged to continue his work to safeguard federal employees and whistleblowers from illegal treatment.
Why It Matters: This ruling sets a significant precedent, reinforcing the independence&nbsp;of the Office of Special&nbsp;Counsel from the president. 
It also underscores the importance of the role played by the special counsel in maintaining accountability within the executive branch. 
The appeal by the Justice Department indicates that this issue could potentially escalate to the Supreme Court, making it a landmark case in the interpretation of presidential powers and the constitutional separation of powers.
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These twelve large-cap stocks were the worst performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares dipped 26.06% on continued volatility following the company's quarterly report filing with the U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44046734" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Securities and Exchange Commission</a>.</li>
<li>AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) shares dropped 21.57% following<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43981217" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> multiple short reports on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Maplebear Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CART#NASDAQ">CART</a>) stock dipped 21.53% after it reported worse-than-expected fourth-quarter revenue and analysts revised<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43985818" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) stock plummeted 19.81%  after the company reported worse-than-expected third-quarter sales results and issued fourth-quarter and FY25 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44024261" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">adjusted EPS guidance below estimates</a>.</li>
<li>Pure Storage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>) stock declined 19.36% after the company issued FY26 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43989517" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revenue guidance lagging estimates</a>. Analysts revised the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pstg/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Duolingo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUOL#NASDAQ">DUOL</a>) stock fell 19.02% after it reported mixed fourth-quarter results, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44047945" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTRS#NASDAQ">VTRS</a>) shares decreased 17.96% after the company reported fourth-quarter EPS and sales below estimates and issued FY25 revenue <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44019622" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">and EPS guidance below estimates</a>. B of A Securities analyst Jason Gerberry maintained an Underperform and lowered the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/vtrs/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $11 to $10</a>.</li>
<li>Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) stock fell 17.83% after the company reported fourth-<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43950388" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">quarter results and cut its outlook</a>. Several analysts revised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43984834" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">stock's price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) shares tumbled 16.21% amid possible continued weakness following last week's report suggesting the Trump administration ordered t<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44032909" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">he Pentagon to plan for budget cuts</a>.</li>
<li>Trip.com Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCOM#NASDAQ">TCOM</a>) shares declined 15.43% after it reported<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43940680" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> fourth-quarter financial results</a>.</li>
<li>MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) stock dipped 14.77% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44037042" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">following a decline</a> in Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC).</li>
<li>Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock lost 13.27% last week after the company saw <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43934934" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a drop in new car registrations</a> in January in the European Union. It was the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44043021" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">only magnificent seven stock in freefall</a>.</li>
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These twelve large-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Heico (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEI#NYSE">HEI</a>) stock escalated 17.31% after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43990234" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter financial results</a>.</li>
<li>Xpeng (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) shares jumped 16.79%. Erajaya Active Lifestyle announced the official <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/electric-vehicle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">launch of XPENG in Indonesia</a>.</li>
<li>Li Auto (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) stock jumped 11.91% after the company announced its first Electric SUV. JP Morgan analyst Nick Lai upgraded from Neutral to Overweight and raised the price <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/li/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">forecast from&nbsp;$22&nbsp;to&nbsp;$40</a>.</li>
<li>Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LINE#NASDAQ">LINE</a>) shares escalated 11.82% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43967512" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported fourth-quarter results</a>.</li>
<li>Erie Indemnity Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERIE#NASDAQ">ERIE</a>) stock upped 11.63% after the company reported&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44025334" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter EPS above estimates</a>.</li>
<li>Lloyds Banking Group Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYG#NYSE">LYG</a>) stock upped 11.28%.</li>
<li>Unum Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>) stock gained 11.11% after the company announced a $3.4 billion long-term care reinsurance transaction with Fortitude Re.</li>
<li>Fair Isaac (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FICO#NYSE">FICO</a>) stock upped 11.09% after RBC Capital analyst Ashish Sabadra upgraded the stock from Sector Perform to Outperform and raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/fico/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from&nbsp;$2040&nbsp;to&nbsp;$2170</a>.</li>
<li>Masimo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MASI#NASDAQ">MASI</a>)&nbsp;stock increased 11.07% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43956552" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported better-than-expected&nbsp;results</a>. Analysts revised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/masi/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">stock&#8217;s price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Smith &amp; Nephew (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNN#NYSE">SNN</a>) stock rose 10.83% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported FY24 financial results</a>.</li>
<li>Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUD#NYSE">BUD</a>) shares rose 10.79% &nbsp;after the company reported better-than-expected&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43973849" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter earnings and revenues</a>.</li>
<li>Nutanix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTNX#NASDAQ">NTNX</a>) stock rose 10.25% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44007219" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported second-quarter results</a>. Analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ntnx/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the tech industry, with artificial intelligence (AI) taking the spotlight. From IPO announcements to earnings reports and ambitious projections, the world of AI has been abuzz with activity. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines.
Nvidia-Backed CoreWeave Eyes $4 Billion IPO:
CoreWeave, a cloud computing firm supported by Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO). The company is aiming to raise $4 billion, with a valuation exceeding $35 billion.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/44053318/nvidia-backed-coreweaves-4b-ipo-the-ai-booms-next-big-test">Read the full article here.</a>
SoundHound AI&#8217;s CEO Discusses AI&#8217;s Role in Transforming the World
Following SoundHound AI&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>) earnings beat, Benzinga interviewed its founder and CEO, Keyvan Mohajer. Mohajer discussed the company&#8217;s journey from a Stanford dorm room to becoming a major player in the AI industry.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/44052833/soundhound-ais-ceo-on-ai-agents-transforming-the-world-this-is-an-inevitable-evolution">Read the full article here.</a>
Nvidia Wipes $375 Billion Of Investor Wealth
Despite strong Q4 earnings, shares of Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) have fallen 13.13% in 2025, erasing approximately $375 billion in investor wealth. Analysts attribute this to concerns about the company&#8217;s gross margins.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/44038874/nvidia-wipes-375-billion-of-investor-wealth-in-2025-margin-of-error-razor-thin-says-analyst-reiterating-buy-on-dips-call">Read the full article here.</a>
Dell Technologies Projects $15 Billion AI Server Revenue For FY26
Despite a mixed Q4, Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) remains optimistic about its AI server business. The company projects a growth of at least $15 billion in the fiscal year 2026 and announced an 18% increase in annual dividend.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/44035798/dell-technologies-projects-15-billion-ai-server-revenue-for-fy26-raises-dividend-18-amid-a-mixed-quarter">Read the full article here.</a>
Apollo Global Management In Talks To Lead $35 Billion Financing For Meta&#8217;s AI Data Centers
Apollo Global Management is reportedly in talks to lead a $35 billion financing deal to support Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) in developing new data centers across the U.S.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/financing/25/02/44023523/apollo-global-management-in-talks-to-lead-35-billion-financing-for-metas-ai-data-centers">Read the full article here.</a>
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March 2 will go down as National Egg McMuffin Day for restaurant giant McDonald's Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>). This year, the restaurant chain celebrates 50 years of nationwide breakfast with<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/restaurants/25/02/43977975/mcdonalds-says-no-to-egg-surcharges-celebrates-50-years-of-egg-mcmuffin-breakfast-experience-anchored-in-great-value"> several special offers.</a>
Here's a look back at the launch of the Egg McMuffin and how much investors could have made along the way.
McDonald's Breakfast Launch: McDonald's has launched many menu items over the year, but like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/22/07/28213102/if-you-invested-1000-in-mcdonalds-stock-when-happy-meal-was-launched-heres-how-much-youd-have-1">the Happy Meal</a>, the launch of the Egg McMuffin might be one of the most iconic in the company's history.
"In 1975, a breakfast revolution began with the nationwide debut of the Egg McMuffin at McDonald's," the company said.
McDonald's is celebrating the anniversary with $1 Egg McMuffin offers for its app users and several breakfast specials throughout the month of March.
"50 years later, it's still the GOAT."
The Egg McMuffin invention is credited to Herb Peterson, a McDonald's franchisee in California. In 1971, Peterson presented his take on the classic Eggs Benedict breakfast staple that was ins sandwich form.
"When I watched my father introduce this idea to Ray Kroc, we could not have anticipated it would become the foundation for the renowned McDonald's breakfast menu," said Peterson's son and McDonald's Owner/Operator David Peterson. "It's been remarkable to see people embrace this innovation over the last five decades, and now we get to share that heritage with a new generation of breakfast fans."
The introduction of the Egg McMuffin by Peterson came as several restaurant operators considered developing a breakfast menu for McDonald's.
The Egg McMuffin <a href="https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/corpmcd/our-stories/article/egg-mcmuffin-history.html">launched </a>in test markets in 1972 at a cost of 63 cents. Later in 1975, the Egg McMuffin national roll-out took place.
McDonald's launching the Egg McMuffin nationwide kickstarted its breakfast ambitions and two years later the company would add a full breakfast menu that featured this iconic sandwich, hotcakes, hash browns, sausage, scrambled eggs, toasted English muffins and danishes.
The addition of breakfast has added billions of dollars in revenue to McDonald's over the years.
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Investing $1,000 in MCD Stock: Investors who recognized the potential of additional revenue from having breakfast items and being open for breakfast hours could have considered buying McDonald's stock in 1975.
McDonald's stock traded at a split-adjusted high of $1.03 on March 2, 1975, the date used in this exercise for the national rollout of the Egg McMuffin.
A $1,000 investment at the time could have purchased 970.87 MCD shares.
Today, the $1,000 investment would be worth $299,339.10, up 29,833.9%. This return does not include dividends, which could have been reinvested or used to buy McDonald's menu items like the Egg McMuffin to support your stock holding.
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The past week in the cryptocurrency world was a rollercoaster ride, with major coins like Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), and Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) experiencing significant fluctuations. From optimistic forecasts to sharp downturns, the crypto market kept investors on their toes. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the week&#8217;s major stories.
Dogecoin&#8217;s Final Leg Up?
A well-known cryptocurrency analyst, Cas Abbé, expressed optimism that Dogecoin could experience one last surge, potentially pushing the meme coin closer to its all-time highs. Abbé compared the current market conditions to those of the first half of 2021, when Dogecoin soared to $0.70. The analyst believes that the next DOGE run will be fueled by Elon Musk and the D.O.G.E hype.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43932271/dogecoin-gearing-for-final-leg-up-says-analyst-amid-40-slump-but-be-mindful-of-this-bearish-forecast">Read the full article here.</a>
Crypto Market Faces Sharp Downturn
The cryptocurrency market took a hit in 24 hours as of Tuesday, with Bitcoin dropping to a low of $87,115 before stabilizing at $88,850, marking a 7% decline. Ethereum saw an even steeper drop of 10%, trading at $2,420. Major altcoins also suffered losses, with Solana down 15%, Dogecoin losing 14%, and Shiba Inu and XRP falling by 10%.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43937601/bitcoin-down-7-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-shiba-inu-plunge-over-10-as-148-billion-liquidation-tsunami-hits">Read the full article here.</a>
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Slide Lower
Crypto markets were under pressure at the start of the week as Bitcoin struggled to reclaim $96,000. Sentiment remained weak amid recent hacks and ETF outflows.
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Dogecoin Scooped By Whales
Large Dogecoin investors took advantage of the meme coin's downturn to increase their stockpile. Influential cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez highlighted that whales bought the dip, snapping up over 530 million DOGE tokens in the last three days as of Friday.
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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Bleed Amid Trump&#8217;s Tariff Threat, Bybit Mega Breach
Leading cryptocurrencies corrected sharply on Monday as the Bybit hack and President Donald Trump's tariff threat weighed on the market. Bitcoin sank below $91,000 for the first time in over three months, while Ethereum fell to an intraday low of $2,461.52, its lowest since Feb. 3.
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As we wrap up another eventful week, it&#8217;s clear that&nbsp;Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)&nbsp;has been making waves with a series of intriguing developments. From age detection technology to smart doorbells, the tech giant has kept us on our toes. Let&#8217;s delve into the top stories that made headlines.
Apple&#8217;s Age Detection Tech Could Reshape Social Media
Apple is developing a new technology, the &#8220;Declared Age Range&#8221; API, which could help social media apps identify users under 16 years of age. This technology, as detailed in a recent Apple White Paper, will allow developers to request age range information of users with parental consent, thereby helping apps determine content accessibility or app usage based on the user&#8217;s age.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/44036079/apples-new-declared-age-range-api-could-reshape-social-media-age-restrictions">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s Smart Doorbell: A Glimpse into the Future
Apple is reportedly working on a smart home doorbell with MagSafe and Face ID, according to a leak from X user Kosutami. However, this innovative product may not hit the market until late 2025 or beyond.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43965672/apples-smart-doorbell-may-feature-magsafe-face-id-and-smart-lock-integrationbut-you-wont-see-it-anytime-soon">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s AI Dictation Bug Sparks Controversy &#8211; Apple is working to fix a bug in its AI-powered dictation system after iPhone users reported that saying &#8220;racist&#8221; caused the word &#8220;Trump&#8221; to appear briefly before correcting itself. This issue, first noticed on Tuesday, spread rapidly after a viral TikTok video highlighted the problem.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/02/43963720/apples-ai-dictation-bug-that-replaces-racist-with-trump-sparks-controversy-cupertino-says-its-phonetic-overlap">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple&#8217;s $500 Billion Investment Plan Met with Skepticism
UBS analyst David Vogt has expressed doubts about Apple&#8217;s $500 billion investment plan in the U.S., citing several reasons in a note to investors. Vogt highlighted that only a mere 10% of Apple's supply chain is U.S.-based, with the majority spread across Asian countries such as Taiwan and China. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43934838/apples-500-billion-investment-completely-unrealistic-mechanically-says-ubs-analyst">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple May Soon Integrate Google&#8217;s Gemini In Siri
Apple may soon integrate Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s Google Gemini into Siri, according to a new backend update in iOS 18.4 beta discovered by code researcher Aaron Perris. This update includes references to both &#8220;Google&#8221; and &#8220;OpenAI&#8221; under third-party AI model options.
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The past week was a whirlwind of economic signals, investor insights, political trust ratings, futuristic predictions, and housing market trends. From an economist&#8217;s warning about junk bond spreads to Warren Buffett&#8217;s take on corporate taxes, the news was buzzing with intriguing stories. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines.
Junk Bond Spreads Flash 2007 Warning
According to Otavio Costa, a macro strategist at Crescat Capital, the prolonged period of unusually low junk bond spreads could be setting the stage for a dramatic market reversal. Costa notes that the credit spreads of high-yield or junk corporate bonds have remained below 3% for over 100 days, a situation eerily similar to the pre-crisis conditions of May 2007.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43905699/credit-spreads-flash-2007-warning-100-days-below-3-signals-potential-volatility-spike-economist-warns-of-investor-complacency">Read the full article here.</a>
Warren Buffett&#8217;s Tax Views
Legendary investor Warren Buffett of Berkshire Hathaway made headlines with his candid views on America&#8217;s massive deficit and the likelihood of higher taxes. Buffett pointed out that the government&#8217;s current fiscal strategy can&#8217;t last forever and that something has to give.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43975331/warren-buffett-paid-5-billion-in-taxes-and-says-if-800-other-companies-paid-their-share-no-one-else-would-have-to-pay-a-dime">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s Trust Ratings
A recent YouGov survey shows that 52% of Americans trust former President Donald Trump on immigration and 47% on the economy. However, his trustworthiness takes a hit when it comes to environmental and healthcare issues.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43769836/trump-gains-trust-of-majority-on-americans-on-immigration-and-economy">Read the full article here.</a>
Elon Musk&#8217;s UBI Prediction
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and CEO of Tesla Inc., predicts that universal basic income will eventually be high due to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and automation. Musk sees a future where jobs traditionally done by humans could rapidly vanish.
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Mortgage Rates Drop
Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels since December 2024, but demand for home loans has stalled. The average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages declined to 6.88% in the week ended Feb. 21, down from 6.93% in the previous week.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/02/43977811/mortgage-rates-drop-to-lowest-levels-since-december-but-housing-market-remains-largely-stuck">Read the full article here.</a>
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Junk Bond Warning, Buffett's Tax Views, Trump's Trust, Musk's UBI Prediction, And Mortgage Rates: This Week In Economy

The past week has been a whirlwind of news, with significant developments in politics, business, and international relations. From Elon Musk&#8217;s controversial demands to federal workers, to President Trump&#8217;s decision to proceed with tariffs on Canada and Mexico, the news cycle has been anything but dull. Here&#8217;s a recap of the major stories that unfolded over the weekend.
Musk&#8217;s DOGE Directive Faces Backlash
Elon Musk, chief of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), stirred controversy by insisting federal employees justify their roles via email or risk losing their jobs. This move, Musk claimed, aligns with President Trump&#8217;s directive to eliminate federal waste and fraud. However, the FBI&#8217;s Kash Patel advised employees not to respond to Musk&#8217;s demands.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43902918/elon-musk-demands-federal-workers-justify-their-jobs-fbis-kash-patel-tells-employees-not-to-respond">Read the full article here.</a>
DOGE&#8217;s $55 Billion Savings Overstated?
Further controversy surrounds Musk&#8217;s DOGE as a Wall Street Journal analysis suggests the department may have overstated its savings from federal spending cuts. The DOGE, under the stewardship of Tesla CEO Musk, has been touting savings of $55 billion, primarily from canceled DEI and climate contracts.
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Trump Threatens to Halt Military Aid to Ukraine
Following a tense exchange with Ukrainian President Vladymyr Zelenskyy, President Donald Trump is reportedly considering halting all shipments of military aid to Ukraine. This decision could potentially end the delivery of billions of dollars worth of equipment, including radars, vehicles, ammunition, and missiles.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/44062221/trump-may-stop-all-military-aid-to-ukraine-after-tense-exchange-with-zelenskyy-report">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump Confirms Tariffs on Canada, Mexico
Despite concerns over economic impact, President Trump confirmed that his administration will proceed with tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico next week. This decision marks a significant shift in North American trade relations, affecting two of the U.S.&#8217;s largest trading partners.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43926015/trump-confirms-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-will-take-effect-as-planned">Read the full article here.</a>
Vivek Ramaswamy Announces Ohio Gubernatorial Bid
Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has announced his intention to run for the Ohio governorship in 2026. President Trump has endorsed Ramaswamy&#8217;s bid, calling his former GOP primary rival &#8220;something special&#8221;.
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Musk's DOGE Controversy, Trump's Trade Tariffs, And Ramaswamy's Gubernatorial Bid: This Week In Politics

Thousands of federal workers are being fired under the Trump administration's efforts to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/01/43046108/musks-doge-ambitions-shrink-why-2-trillion-budget-cuts-may-be-out-of-reach">shrink the government</a>. Officials say the cuts are about improving efficiency and reducing waste, but experts argue that these <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43901182/bernie-sanders-warns-if-elon-musk-can-fire-hundreds-of-thousands-of-federal-employees-imagine-what-hell-do-to-private-sector-workers">mass terminations</a> could come at a staggering financial cost.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Employees With Positive Reviews Fired</h2>
<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/21/trump-mass-firings-federal-government-bill">The Guardian reported</a> last week that many of the fired employees were allegedly let go for &#8220;poor performance&#8221;—a claim that workers and legal experts say is not always true. Some employees, who had received positive performance reviews, were shocked to receive termination notices.
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Jacob Malcom, a former deputy assistant secretary at the Department of the Interior, resigned in protest over mass firings of probationary employees. &#8220;This is being done under the guise of ‘poor performance' or ‘skills not aligned with needs' but neither are true,&#8221; he told The Guardian.
One former U.S. Forest Service employee, who was just weeks away from securing permanent status, said they lost their job despite excellent performance reviews. &#8220;I've lost my medical insurance. I have an incurable disease that I kind of need a doctor for. I won't be able to pay those bills. I'm waiting for my eviction notice right now,&#8221; they told The Guardian.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Experts Warn of Huge Financial Costs</h2>
Legal experts say that firing so many workers without following proper procedures may lead to serious financial consequences. Suzanne Summerlin, a labor attorney, warned that the administration's actions will result in the government owing fired employees "back pay, plus interest, plus benefits, plus attorneys&#8217; fees.&#8221; She added, &#8220;When the bill comes, it will be monumental.&#8221;
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has been overseeing the effort, authorized by President Donald Trump. But critics say it is causing chaos, removing experienced workers who handle critical government functions, from nuclear security to the response to the bird flu epidemic.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Legal Battles and Calls for Congress to Step In</h2>
Unions have attempted to block the mass firings, but a federal judge recently ruled against their lawsuit, saying they must take their case to the federal labor board. Meanwhile, pressure is growing for Congress to intervene. Kia Hamadanchy, senior policy counsel at the American Civil Liberties Union, said, &#8220;These mass layoffs undermine essential government functions and threaten a key check on executive power.&#8221;
The Trump administration defends the firings, saying they are necessary to cut down on government waste. &#8220;President Trump and his administration are delivering on the American people's mandate to eliminate wasteful spending and make federal agencies more efficient,&#8221; White House spokesperson Anna Kelly said, The Guardian reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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When it comes to saving money, it&#8217;s often the little things that add up over time. A Reddit user recently <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/comments/1isp4fu/whats_a_small_habit_that_has_saved_you_a/">asked</a> the frugal community to share their best small, low-effort habits that have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43443687/dave-ramsey-says-if-you-want-to-waste-5000-a-year-spend-13-70-a-day-on-things-you-dont-need">saved them a surprising amount of money</a>—and the responses came flooding in. From cutting out fast food to unsubscribing from sales emails, people shared all kinds of simple yet effective strategies for keeping more cash in their pockets.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Habits That Save Money</h2>
One of the most common <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-save-money-fast">money-saving hacks</a>? Unsubscribing from marketing emails. "Keep temptations out of my email inbox," one person said, noting that they stopped getting lured into sales they didn&#8217;t need to shop in the first place. Another user took it a step further: "I have a separate email account for that and only check it when I'm already committed to buying something and want to see if I can get an additional percentage off."
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Many Redditors emphasized the importance of pausing before making a purchase. One popular comment suggested: "Before buying something, ask yourself if you have time to keep it clean. If it's going to sit on a shelf and get dusty, don't buy it." Others follow a simple rule: "If I want it, I wait at least until the next day.&#8221; Most of the time, you&#8217;ll realize you don't really need it.
Food expenses were a major focus, with many users pointing out that cooking at home <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/42880871/a-couple-asks-can-you-get-away-with-spending-only-300-per-month-on-groceries-heres-what-people-said-most-agreed-on-this-one-thing">saves a significant amount of money</a>. Many people stopped buying fast food. Some for health, others because they were spending too much money on it. Another person added: "Checking the fridge and pantry and coming up with a list of dinners I can make with food we already have BEFORE going to the grocery store."
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Others recommended skipping expensive drinks: "I don't order drinks at restaurants—no beer, no cocktails, no iced tea. Restaurant bills are halved." And for those who love their morning caffeine? "Make the coffee at home and stop buying &#8220;designer&#8221; overpriced burnt coffee from chains and franchises," one person said.
Another highly upvoted comment emphasized the power of automation: "Can't touch it if you don't see it.&#8221; Set up automatic transfers to your savings so you don't even have to think about it. Others take it even further, automating everything from savings to bill payments. "Automate all finances. Direct deposits, auto-deduct pre and post-retirement accounts, automate savings, automate paying full balances to credit cards every month, etc."&nbsp;
A simple trick that worked for many? Leaving things in their cart for a while. One user wrote: "Leaving things in my cart for 24-48 hours. I usually come back and realize I don't actually want any of that crap." Sometimes, stores even offer discounts to encourage the purchase.
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Several people found that shopping was often a coping mechanism. One user admitted, "I stopped buying things for emotional regulation. From no saving to 1k saving (each month) in months.&#8221; Others walk around their neighborhood, read, or do something with their hands instead of spending money.&nbsp;
These tiny, intentional habits prove that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40489379/charlie-munger-called-this-a-no-brainer-spend-less-than-you-make-always-be-saving-something-put-">saving money doesn't have to be complicated</a>. A little self-awareness, automation, and smart daily decisions can result in serious financial benefits over time. As one user summed it up perfectly: "This is going to sound very boomer-ish: I have learned to not take things for granted and be happy with what I have. Every time I think I want to buy something, I ask myself, ‘Why?'"
Sometimes, that&#8217;s all it takes to keep more money in your pocket.
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For many business owners, the idea of owning property is an attractive one. After all, real estate is often seen as a solid investment, and having control over your space can be appealing. However, financial expert <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43893926/you-can-be-a-student-without-a-student-loan-dave-ramseys-advice-to-paying-cash-for-college">Dave Ramsey</a> warns that purchasing property for your business isn't always the best move. In a conversation on the "EntreLeadership" <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=791DZCn8DDg">podcast</a> recently, Ramsey explained why leasing may be the smarter option—especially for growing businesses.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Temptation to Buy</h2>
During the episode, a caller named Mike from Dallas shared his situation. He owns a commercial Christmas décor business that supplies large holiday displays for major locations like casinos, hospitals, and town centers. The company is profitable, with a projected $1.8 million in revenue for this year, and doesn't have any debt. However, the business is struggling with storage. Mike currently leases three separate warehouses and is considering building his own space to streamline operations.
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While Mike's desire to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42653846/youll-never-own-your-house-the-government-does-robert-kiyosaki-argues-your-home-is-never-an-asset-because-property-taxes-are-forever">own a property</a> is understandable, Ramsey pointed out that doing so could shift focus from the core business to real estate ownership.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Flexibility of Leasing</h2>
Ramsey emphasized that there is no requirement for a business to own its property in order to be successful. In fact, he warned that real estate can sometimes dictate business decisions rather than the other way around. If Mike invests in a warehouse that fits his current needs but later outgrows it, he may face costly limitations. Even if he buys a slightly larger space, growth could eventually force them to lease additional locations anyway.
"Don't let the real estate start telling the business what to do instead of the business telling the real estate what to do," Ramsey said.
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He provided an example from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43903392/should-we-buy-a-house-or-invest-in-our-restaurant-business-the-ramsey-show-weighs-in">restaurant industry</a>. A business owner may buy a building in a prime location, but if that area loses its appeal after 15 years, they might hesitate to move because they own the property. As a result, the restaurant could suffer. Similarly, a warehouse that works well today might not be ideal in a few years, and owning it could make relocation more complicated.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Smarter Approach</h2>
So, what should business owners do instead? Ramsey suggested finding a large warehouse to lease—one that provides enough space for operations while maintaining flexibility for future growth. Ideally, he recommends negotiating a lease with an option to purchase. While this can be challenging, especially with real estate investment trusts owning many properties, persistence can pay off.
In his own experience, Ramsey once leased a building with an option to buy, allowing him time to gather the necessary funds. Eventually, he purchased the property, but as his business expanded, he outgrew it—reinforcing the idea that ownership can sometimes become a restriction.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line</h2>
For <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/42829469/youve-completely-screwed-this-up-a-business-owner-asks-dave-ramsey-for-help-my-dad-rakes-in-20000-a-month-and-contributes-nothing">business owners</a> debating whether to buy or lease, Ramsey's advice is clear: prioritize flexibility. Renting the right space and being willing to move as the business grows can prevent financial strain and allow for smoother expansion. While real estate ownership has its advantages, it should never come at the expense of business success.
As Ramsey put it, "I would rather you rent the right thing at the right place and then just move every five or ten years to the right size and always be a renter than go into debt and buy something and be trapped in it."
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Kim Vaccarella bet her kids&#8217; college fund on her business and lost it all.
The founder of Bogg Bag dumped $60,000 into what she thought would be her big break in 2012—a massive order of her waterproof tote bags. When the shipment arrived, her heart sank. Black streaks covered every bag, rendering them unsellable.
&#8220;I went for broke and spent my kids&#8217; college money and bought a full container&#8217;s worth, and they were all bad,&#8221; Vaccarella <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/22/highly-successful-ceos-share-best-tips-for-responding-to-setbacks.html">told CNBC Make It</a>.
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Instead of giving up, she donated the defective bags to Hurricane Sandy victims. Those recipients started asking where they could buy more. With renewed confidence, she secured a $120,000 loan from a family friend and rebuilt.&nbsp;
Today, Bogg Bag rakes in roughly $100 million annually.
Entrepreneurs <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/12/42618228/mark-cuban-admits-ive-gotten-beat-after-losing-20-million-on-shark-tank-startups">face setbacks all the time</a>. Some crumble. Others transform those disasters into stepping stones. CNBC Make It interviewed a few business owners who survived potentially career-ending failures before building multimillion-dollar companies.
Karen Robinovitz and Sara Schiller launched The Sloomoo Institute, a hands-on slime experience venue, in October 2019. After investing $600,000, they sold $1 million in tickets their first week. Then COVID hit.
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Five months after opening, they laid off 90 part-time workers, keeping just their co-CEOs, a bookkeeper, and their slime expert.
Rather than folding, they hustled. They switched to online slime sales. They created virtual slime-making camps for kids stuck at home. They ran corporate workshops for companies like Google and Pfizer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>) until they could fully reopen in 2021.
It paid off. Now, their five U.S. locations bring in about $4.3 million monthly from in-person tickets.
&#8220;We want people to know that you can choose to try, get out there and do something that&#8217;s never been done before,&#8221; Schiller told CNBC. &#8220;After what we&#8217;ve both been through, what are we going to be afraid of now?&#8221;
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Sometimes the biggest obstacle is the reflection in the mirror. Shizu Okusa learned the lesson after watching her first company, Jrink, collapse despite seven years in business.
The cold-pressed juice company couldn&#8217;t overcome high costs and rapid spoilage. But Okusa admits her management style was the deeper problem.
&#8220;One of the key lessons was getting out of my own way,&#8221; Okusa told CNBC. She treated Jrink like her baby, refusing to trust her team with critical decisions. &#8220;In terms of allowing and hiring people that were much better than I was in certain areas of business. Now, I just move aside. I have my strengths and give my weaknesses away.&#8221;
These entrepreneurs&#8217; stories reveal common threads—an unwavering belief in your concept, willingness to adapt when plans implode, and knowing when to get out of your own way.
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Affluent Americans are fueling an unprecedented portion of economic growth, creating potential vulnerability if their spending habits change.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43539942/are-you-rich-heres-what-americans-think-you-need-to-be-considered-wealthy-2">High-income households</a> now generate nearly half of all consumer purchases—a shift from three decades ago when the same high-income consumers accounted for roughly a third of spending.
&#8220;The finances of the well-to-do have never been better, their spending never stronger and the economy never more dependent on that group,&#8221; Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody&#8217;s Analytics, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/us-economy-strength-rich-spending-2c34a571?mod=hp_lead_pos7">told The Wall Street Journal</a>.
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The top 10% of earners, those making about $250,000 annually or more, now account for 49.7% of all spending, according to a The Journal. The dependency has reached record levels in data going back to 1989.
While wealthy shoppers increased their purchasing by 12% between September 2023 and September 2024, according to the report, while middle and working-class spending actually declined during the same period.
The spending divide becomes clear when examining four-year trends. Upper-income households boosted expenditures by 58% since 2020, while everyone else managed just 25% growth—at the same time, prices have increased about 21%.
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The disparity is largely the result of pre-COVID and post-COVID asset appreciation benefiting property and stockholders The Journal's figures show top earners&#8217; collective net worth swelling by $35 trillion since late 2019.
The wealth effect transforms spending habits. &#8220;A rising net worth certainly gives you confidence to do more things,&#8221; Tom Shoaf, a New Mexico test pilot earning about $500,000 annually with his wife, told The Journal.
Bank of America&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) transaction data confirms spending by their wealthiest customers growing faster than lower-earning clients.
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&#8220;They&#8217;re going to Paris and loading up their suitcases with luxury bags and shoes and clothes,&#8221; David Tinsley, senior economist for the Bank of America Institute, told the Journal.
Luxury travel particularly benefits. Premium airfare sales at Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) rose 8% while standard tickets gained only 2%.
Meanwhile, retailers serving budget-conscious shoppers struggle. &#8220;It&#8217;s an extreme bifurcation,&#8221; JPMorgan Chase analyst Matthew Boss said. &#8220;They&#8217;re all battling for fewer dollars.&#8221;
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