CNN — A typical 401(k) plan only offers stock and bond funds that invest in publicly traded companies. But private companies — traditionally the domain of institutional and high-net-worth investors — have become a significant part of the overall investing market. Do they belong as an option in workplace retirement plans, given that they are often more expensive and less …
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Jennifer Aniston & Rumored Boyfriend Making Sure Their Relationship Is ‘Private,’ Says ‘Source’
Jennifer Aniston and life coach and hypnotist Jim Curtis have been sparking dating rumors since photos captured them together in Spain during the 4th of July weekend. Now, sources exclusively tell Us Weekly that the two are, in fact, dating. An insider claimed that they have been spending quality time together and are a “good match.” The rumored couple is also reportedly keeping …
Read More »Walgreens shareholders approve $10 billion private equity buyout
Shareholders of Walgreens Boots Alliance overwhelmingly approved the drugstore chain’s $10 billion acquisition by private equity firm Sycamore. It is a rough era for national pharmacy chains like Walgreens, CVS, and Rite-Aid, closing hundreds of stores due to changing consumer behavior, declining pharmacy reimbursements and rising costs. Walgreens will close more than 1,000 stores through 2027 and Rite-Aid filed for …
Read More »Billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman donating $15 million for Space Camp programs
Jared Isaacman is donating a big chunk of change to help inspire the astronauts and space scientists of tomorrow. The billionaire tech entrepreneur and private astronaut, who until recently was on track to become NASA administrator, announced today (July 11) that he’s gifting $15 million to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Alabama for its Space Camp programs. The …
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