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brown adviceAn investment management company released its “Brown Advisory Mid-Cap Growth Strategy” fourth quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter may be downloaded here. The strategy lagged the Russell MidCap® Growth Index in the fourth quarter due to stock selection. Performance was in line with full year expectations. The firm believes the strategy underperformed in 2025 because it did not own Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR). The strategy focuses on achieving solid risk-adjusted returns by investing in high-quality compounders with fair valuations and market capitalizations between $2 billion to $50 billion at the time of purchase. Please review the…

If you’re among the millions of Americans who use cannabis to ease anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a recent study suggests you may want to reconsider. The largest review to date examined both the safety and effectiveness of medicinal cannabis in mental health conditions. Its conclusion is that there is no evidence that it works for these common uses. The analysis, published in The Lancet – one of the world’s most prestigious medical journals – is drawn from 54 randomized controlled trials conducted around the world over 45 years. About 27% of people aged 16 to 65 in…

Global Banking & Finance Review Awards Program has officially opened nominations Fund & Asset Management Awards 2026To recognize asset managers, investment firms and financial institutions that demonstrate excellence, innovation and measurable impact in fund management, wealth management and institutional asset services globally.As the complexity of global financial markets continues to grow, investors are increasingly demanding disciplined investment strategies, transparent reporting and innovative portfolio solutions. Fund & Asset Management Awards 2026 Celebrate institutions that combine investment expertise with visionary strategies, risk management and sustainable development practices.The awards highlight organizations that successfully integrate portfolio management, digital technology and client-centric investment solutions. Asset…

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Launched in 2014, Eagle Point Credit (NYSE: ECC) Monthly payouts dropped from $0.14 to $0.06 in February 2026, a 57% cut that left income-focused holders with much less monthly cash flow. The share price has already fallen 36% so far, meaning the impact on earnings is on top of the 30.87% loss in the share price. At a payout ratio of 178.7%, even after the cut, the structural forces that caused the cut have not been reversed. What exactly does ECC have? Eagle Point Credit is a closed-end fund built around a single, high-risk asset class: equity tranches of collateralized…

US Senator Markway Mullin, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Homeland Security, testifies before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee’s confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, on March 18, 2026. Ivan Vucchi | reutersThe Senate is expected to vote Monday night on the nomination of Senator Markway Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security.The Oklahoma Republican was chosen earlier this month by President Donald Trump to replace Kristi Noem, who has faced a flurry of scrutiny from Democrats and Republicans alike for her leadership of the department and her use of taxpayer dollars.”My…

US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.Marco Bello reutersEmily GregoryA small business owner and first-time candidate for elected office is trying to pull off an upset in Florida’s special election Tuesday to represent Mar-a-Lago in the state Legislature.Gregory is a Democrat running for state House District 87which runs along the coast of Southeast Florida and includes Palm Beach – where President Donald Trump’s home and resort is located – as well as South Palm Beach and Juno Beach.”This is the kind of district that fits perfectly outside the bubble of where we’ve seen Democratic over-performance in these…

When Jeff Bezos said a breakthrough technology would shape Amazon’s destiny, even Wall Street’s biggest analysts were stunned. Fast forward a year and Amazon’s new CEO Andy Jassy describes Generative AI As a “once in a lifetime” technology that is already being used to renew customer experiences at Amazon. Elon Musk predicted this at the 8th Future Investment Initiative conference 2040 will be there At least 10 billion humanoid robotswith a price between each $20,000 and $25,000. do the math. According to Musk, This technology could be worth $250 trillion by 2040. In other words it is approximately equal to:…

©Ramsey Solutions Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers If you’re looking for secrets that help you become rich, you’ll find no shortage of tips on social media sites like TikTok. One finra study found that 24% of investors turned to social media…

In this screenshot taken from a Congress.gov webcast, impeachment manager Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) speaks during the second day of former President Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, on February 10, 2021.congress.gov | getty imagesRep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., has left his post. trial Against Bill Pulte who accused the director federal housing finance agency Weaponizing the mortgage fraud investigation to target critics of President Donald Trump.Swalwell – a California gubernatorial candidate – filed a lawsuit in November, arguing that Pulte unlawfully accessed and disclosed his private mortgage records in violation of federal privacy laws…