Bruce Blakeman confronts challenges in the New York governor race as Hochul highlights a $32M Democratic fund.
Blakeman Faces Financial Challenge Against Hochul ALBANY – Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is going up against considerable financial odds in his campaign against Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Democratic Party. This party has backing from influential labor unions, affluent corporations, and billionaire supporters, which makes the competition quite daunting. As of […]
This Vanguard Fund Provides Cost-Effective Access to Emerging Markets
Morningstar Key Indicators for Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF Morningstar Medalist Rating: Bronze Process Pillar: Average Human resources pillar: Above average Main pillar: High Prospectus net expense ratio: 0.07% The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO) features a diverse portfolio with a notably low expense ratio, which positions it to potentially outperform its peers in […]
One type of ETF surged in popularity in 2025, with one fund leading the way.
Surge in Canadian ETF Investments in 2025 In 2025, Canada saw an unprecedented influx of investment into exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly in equity funds, as reported by the National Bank of Canada Capital Markets. Notably, asset allocation funds witnessed a remarkable doubling of inflows to $21.7 billion compared to 2024. This surge was detailed in […]
San Antonio ends abortion travel fund due to new state rules and legal action
San Antonio Closes Abortion Travel Fund Due to New Texas Law San Antonio has decided to shut down its out-of-state abortion travel fund, reacting to a recent Texas law that bars public funds from being used for abortion expenses, alongside a lawsuit challenging the fund. Last year, City Council members allocated $100,000 to the Reproductive […]
Donald Trump Jr.’s fund increases from $200M to $2B through patriotic investments
Patriotism Rises with Trump’s Second Term There seems to be an uptick in patriotism as President Trump’s second term unfolds. The 1789 Capital Growth Equity Fund, which focuses on U.S. security and capitalist policies, has seen impressive growth. It started the year at $200 million but is projected to hit $2 billion by December 31, […]
Trump Pulls U.S. Out of U.N.-Supported Green Climate Fund
The U.S. is set to withdraw from the Green Climate Fund and will give up its position on the fund’s board, according to a statement from the Treasury Department. This action aligns with the Trump administration’s earlier withdrawal from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. On January 8, 2026, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent […]
Kathy Wylde seeks new role with Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund
Kathryn Wilde in Talks with Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Kathryn Wilde, a prominent figure in New York City’s business landscape, is reportedly in discussions to become a lobbyist and consultant for Saudi Arabia’s substantial sovereign wealth fund, according to a recent report. The 79-year-old has expressed interest in a position at the $1 trillion […]
Pension fund in NYC increased its investment in Palantir connected to ICE and gained profits under former Comptroller Lander, disclosures reveal
Brad Lander’s Pension Fund Investments in Palantir Brad Lander, a former city comptroller now running for council, supervised a substantial increase in New York City’s public pension investments in Palantir Technologies, a data analytics firm whose tools have been utilized by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to track and deport undocumented immigrants. Reports indicate that […]
US ETF provider applies for a new fund focused on Venezuela following unrest.
Vermont-Based Teucrium Files for Venezuela Exposure ETF As of January 7, a U.S. ETF provider is seeking permission to create the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) that targets Venezuelan assets. This move follows the recent arrest of President Nicolas Maduro, which has ignited interest in local financial resources. Teucrium, based in Vermont, submitted its application to […]
An ETF manager has submitted a proposal for the first fund focused on Venezuela shortly after the unexpected US raid.
Teucrium Files for Venezuela-Focused ETF Following U.S. Raid In a surprising move, just days after the U.S. conducted a raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuela’s president, Teucrium has put forth an application to create an exchange-traded fund (ETF) aimed at offering investors a stake in the Venezuelan market. Teucrium, known for its focus […]