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During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump promised to impose tariffs on certain Chinese imports, such as solar panels. Although economists still debate whether <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42699729/ark-invests-cathie-wood-urges-trumps-incoming-administration-to-implement-retroactive-tax-cuts-for-economic-boost-from-january-1">Trump's tariffs</a> will benefit America's economy, domestic solar producers certainly stand to gain if Trump follows through on his promises. One such company is First Solar.
Although Donald Trump is known to be a big proponent of fossil fuels, aspects of his "America First" policies could spur further development in America's green energy. A recent International Energy Agency (IEA) report shows that solar energy is the only renewable energy technology currently being developed quickly enough to help the world make meaningful progress toward achieving net-zero emission targets by 2050.
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That's good news from a climate-change perspective, but many global circles are concerned about the extent to which Chinese solar production is outpacing that of its international competition. A study from Ember Energy revealed that China's solar panel export volume increased by 34% in 2023 and it now accounts for 80% of the world's solar panel manufacturing.
China's global lead is not an accident. In 2012, China's state energy policy called for a massive investment in renewable energy technology, such as solar panels, lithium-ion batteries and electric cars. The size of that investment is believed to have been hundreds of billions and a decade later, China's dominance of the solar panel industry proves the investment is paying off.
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Regardless of how you feel about Donald Trump or his tariffs, having a global rival control 80% of an industry that is key to the world's efforts to combat climate change leaves the United States in a difficult position. For example, if regional tensions over Taiwan should flare up, China could halt the delivery of solar panels to the U.S. and continue selling them to Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
This is where companies like First Solar come into the picture. This Tempe, Arizona-based company focuses on building advanced solar components for large-scale solar operations that public utility companies would build. First Solar has quietly expanded its operational capabilities and manufacturing footprint through the years. Its new facilities in Alabama and Ohio are designed to deliver 12 Gigawatts of power annually.
First Solar had a strong Q3 2024, generating $887 million in revenue (per public filings and Barchart), a year-on-year improvement of nearly 11%. The company's earnings per share (EPS) also jumped by 16% and currently sit at $2.91. The Q4 2024 numbers saw the company miss revenue expectations and lower its 2025 EPS forecast.
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That said, it's worth noting that First Solar is still predicting an EPS of $13-$13.50 in 2025. More importantly, First Solar may not have to wait for Trump's tariffs to increase profits. The United States Department of Commerce recently announced tariffs between 21% and 271% for Chinese solar panels sold through subsidiaries in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia.
These tariffs, classified as "antidumping duties," were instituted to keep Chinese-based manufacturers from dumping their massive stockpiles of unused solar panels on non-Chinese companies, who would presumably then sell them to the US. Piper Sandler analyst Kashy Harrison believes First Solar could benefit massively from this development.
According to Benzinga's latest estimates,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FSLR"> First Solar stock</a> is trading at $182, but analysts have a near-universal consensus that First Solar is primed for a strong 2025. Kashy Harrison has raised his price estimate to $250 (up from $210) and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FSLR/analyst-ratings"> Benzinga's survey of 29 different analysts</a> reveals an even higher consensus price target of $274.38. If First Solar hits those targets, this stock could light up your portfolio with strong profits.
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American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.7% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.32%. Currently, American Express has a market capitalization of $210.23 billion. 
Buying $1000 In AXP: If an investor had bought $1000 of AXP stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,405.53 today based on a price of $298.43 for AXP at the time of writing.
<h3>American Express's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Ryan Reynolds, the guy most people know as Deadpool, has quietly been building an empire worth talking about. While his comedic timing and charm have made him a Hollywood darling, his business moves might be even more impressive.&nbsp;
Forbes recently reported that the companies he's co-owned or sold are valued at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/24/01/36875491/ryan-reynolds-co-owned-or-sold-companies-are-valued-at-14-billion-but-he-says-thank-god-i-am-not-run">jaw-dropping $14 billion</a>. That's right – billion with a B. And yet, when asked about his role in these ventures, Reynolds casually quipped, "Thank God I am not running the company." Humble much?+
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The man's portfolio is as eclectic as it gets: an F1 team, a football club (the other kind of football), a gin brand, a wireless provider and even an advertising agency. It's not just about slapping his name on a product either. Reynolds has mastered the art of turning everyday businesses into cultural phenomena, often using his signature wit and relatability to make it happen.
Take Aviation American Gin, for example. When Reynolds bought a stake, he didn't just throw money at it – he became the face and voice of the brand. His tongue-in-cheek marketing campaigns helped skyrocket its popularity, ultimately leading to its $610 million sale to Diageo in 2020. That's not a win; that's a master class in branding.
Then there's Mint Mobile. Under Reynolds' watchful eye (and cheeky commercials), the wireless provider went from a scrappy underdog to a billion-dollar success story. When T-Mobile acquired it for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/08/40105515/ryan-reynolds-sold-2-companies-for-2-billion-now-hes-investing-in-clothing-cant-be-good-at-something">$1.35 billion in 2023,</a> Reynolds stayed on as a spokesperson because he knows a good gig when he sees one.
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But Reynolds isn't pretending to be some business genius. In fact, he's refreshingly candid about how much he doesn't know. When discussing his investment in fintech company Nuvei Corp. on Squawk Box, he admitted, "I know nothing about fintech," adding with a laugh, "Thank God I am not running the company." Instead, he leans on strong teams and "emotional investing." Translation: He bets on brands with good stories to tell and the potential to resonate with consumers personally.
As Reynolds explained, "How does this happen if you look at a gin company, a wireless company and a Welsh football club? They don't go together, but they all had strong brand foundations." He has a knack for spotting opportunities where others might not, turning those opportunities into authentic, memorable narratives.
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In an August 2018 interview on The Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon asked Ryan Reynolds how he got involved with Aviation Gin. With his trademark humor, Reynolds explained, "It's an American gin. Little smoother than our British counterparts, little pro-drinkable." Then, catching himself, he joked, "Uh, wow, I sound like a pro." Fallon laughed and agreed, prompting Reynolds to add, "I know nothing about gin. If I ran the company for real, it'd be on fire."
This mix of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/05/38811005/ryan-reynolds-sold-mint-mobile-for-1-35-billion-now-hes-invested-in-the-apparel-company-for-travis-k">intuition, humor and strategic marketing</a> makes his approach unique. It's also fueling his climb toward billionaire status – not bad for a guy who still jokes about being clueless half the time. Whether or not he officially joins the billionaire club soon, one thing's clear: Ryan Reynolds isn't just playing the game; he's rewriting the rules.
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Ryan Reynolds Sold 2 Companies For $2 Billion In Just 4 Years But Says He's Not An Expert – 'If I Ran The Company For Real, It'd Be On Fire'

Ensign Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENSG#NASDAQ">ENSG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 11.3% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.91%. Currently, Ensign Group has a market capitalization of $7.61 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ENSG: If an investor had bought $1000 of ENSG stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,905.53 today based on a price of $132.87 for ENSG at the time of writing.
<h3>Ensign Group's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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A battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over the new course of OpenAI was one of the bigger stories for 2024 in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">artificial intelligence sector.</a>
With the case far from closed, the well-known "Godfather of AI" Geoffrey Hinton is weighing in and taking sides.
What Happened: A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42022920/sam-altman-slams-elon-musks-left-wing-bias-claims-over-chatgpt-responds-to-grok-vs-gpt-debate-with-bold-remarks-but-tesla-ceo-says-swindly-sam-is-at-it-again">push by OpenAI </a>to turn into a for-profit structure from a current nonprofit has prompted a legal attempt by Musk to block the change.
Musk, who is an original co-founder and investor in OpenAI, has spoken out about the planned for-profit change and is now gaining support from one of the biggest names in the AI sector.
"OpenAI was founded as an explicitly safety-focused nonprofit and made a variety of safety-related promises in its charter," Hinton said in a statement Monday published by youth-led advocacy group <a href="https://encodeai.org/encode-backs-legal-challenge-to-openais-for-profit-switch/">Encode</a>.
Hinton said OpenAI received benefits like tax breaks thanks to its nonprofit status.
"Allowing it to tear all of that up when it becomes inconvenient sends a very bad message to other actors in the ecosystem," Hinton said, as <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/12/31/business/geoffrey-hinton-backs-elon-musks-legal-battle-against-openai/">reported </a>by the New York Post.
Hinton, who won the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41233245/ai-godfather-geoffrey-hinton-wins-nobel-prize-for-artificial-intelligence-work-work-has-already-been">2024 Nobel Prize</a> in October, has spoken out against OpenAI in the past.
In October, Hinton said Altman is "much less concerned with safety than with profits." Hinton has also expressed regrets for his role in helping develop AI, which could now be used for negative items.
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Why It's Important: Founded in 2015 as a nonprofit research lab, OpenAI has become one of the largest companies by valuation in the space. The company created a capped-profit model in 2019 with the nonprofit holding control of the entire company.
The company has said that switching to a for-profit model will help "to raise the necessary capital with conventional terms like others in the space."
The lawsuit by Musk comes as he cut his relationship with OpenAI in 2018 and his lawsuit attempts come as he recently launched his own AI company xAI, a competitor to the company he co-founded.
Musk said that OpenAI executives "deceived" him in the past. OpenAI countered recently by saying Musk wanted a for-profit structure for the company in 2017.
The billionaire's lawsuit was first filed in early 2023 related to OpenAI's partnership with Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), which he alleged broke the company's nonprofit commitment.
Altman <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42609769/elon-musk-is-a-legendary-entrepreneur-but-also-a-bully-says-openai-ceo-sam-altman-now-its-me-its-been-bezos-gates-zuckerberg-lots-of-other-people">recently showed appreciation</a> for what Musk did to help support OpenAI "in the early days," but shared new criticism of the billionaire.
"He's also clearly a bully and he's also someone who clearly likes to get in fights. Now it's me, it's been Bezos, Gates, Zuckerberg lots of other people," Altman said.
In the battle against OpenAI, Musk has now gained recent support from Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and the &#8220;Godfather of AI,&#8221; which could make the fight against Altman and OpenAI a must-watch story in 2025.
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Novo Nordisk (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 4.09% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.28%. Currently, Novo Nordisk has a market capitalization of $389.06 billion. 
Buying $1000 In NVO: If an investor had bought $1000 of NVO stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $4,177.57 today based on a price of $87.60 for NVO at the time of writing.
<h3>Novo Nordisk's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735859706_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Novo Nordisk 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Ault &amp; Company has the right to purchase up to $25 million in shares of Hyperscale Data's Series G Convertible Preferred Stock in compliance with the federal securities laws.
Ault &amp; Company continues to believe that the current stock price of the Common Stock is below Hyperdrive Data's long-term intrinsic value per share and believes that an investment in the Preferred Shares demonstrates the continued commitment of Ault &amp; Company to supporting Hyperscale Data and its stockholders.

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Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.76% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.08%. Currently, Norfolk Southern has a market capitalization of $53.08 billion. 
Buying $100 In NSC: If an investor had bought $100 of NSC stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $969.69 today based on a price of $234.60 for NSC at the time of writing.
<h3>Norfolk Southern's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735858810_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $100 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

On December 31, 2024, the Board of Directors of Annaly Capital authorized a new common share repurchase program and a new preferred share repurchase program, each of which shall expire on December 31, 2029.

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Annaly Capital Management Plans Repurchase Of Up To $1.5B Of Its Outstanding Shares Of Common Stock - Filing

Fair Isaac (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FICO#NYSE">FICO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 26.11% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 38.72%. Currently, Fair Isaac has a market capitalization of $48.94 billion. 
Buying $100 In FICO: If an investor had bought $100 of FICO stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $519.77 today based on a price of $1995.92 for FICO at the time of writing.
<h3>Fair Isaac's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1735857908_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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One of the more unusual trades by a member of Congress in 2024 was Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.) buying meme cryptocurrency Ski Mask Dog Coin (CRYPTO:SKI), which led to the crypto soaring in value and later hitting all-time highs shortly<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42330146/congressman-buys-meme-coins-ski-mask-dog-coin-climbs-in-value-after-disclosure-i-liked-the-coins-so-i-bought-them"> after the disclosure.</a>
A new filing shows Collins bought more after his last disclosure.
What Happened: The trading activity of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/congress-trading">members of Congress</a> continues to be closely followed by investors as stock purchases can come ahead of key information and potential gains.
While members of Congress likely don't have the same alleged insider information when it comes to cryptocurrency, trading activity in the sector warrants close monitoring, especially when it involves a meme cryptocurrency valued at around $225 million.
On Jan. 1, Collins disclosed that he purchased another $1,000 to $15,000 worth of Ski Mask Dog, adding to his previous disclosures in early December that he bought $2,000 to $30,000 worth of the meme coin.
The transaction, which can be viewed on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades">Benzinga's Government Trades page</a>, came on Dec. 3. That means that the same day that Collins' previous disclosed purchases began hitting the news, the Congressman was buying more of the coin.
Collins' latest trade was once again marked as unusual by several prominent social media accounts that track congressional trading activity.
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<li>"BREAKING: US politician Michael Collins has yet again bought crypto. He bought up to $15,000 of SKI MASK DOG, $SKI, crypto. Unusual," Unusual Whales <a href="https://x.com/unusual_whales/status/1874845104076390422">tweeted</a>.</li>
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<li>"Congressman @RepMikeCollins just disclosed he bought more Ski Mask Dog on 12/3, the same day news of his first purchase broke and the coin rallied. So a Congressman single-handedly moved a market, then bought more, and disclosed it a month later," Congresstrading <a href="https://x.com/congresstrading/status/1874851774856884636">tweeted</a>.</li>
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Collins previously confirmed the purchase with Decrypt and also responded to a previous tweet from Unusual Whales with a meme of Pepe the Frog, a well-known image in the crypto community thanks to the meme cryptocurrency Pepe.
&#8220;I liked the coins, so I bought them,&#8221; Collins previously told Decrypt. &#8220;Washington and Wall Street have stigmatized emerging technology in the crypto ecosystem for far too long, and it&#8217;s about time that we start treating the industry with the respect it deserves.&#8221;
When asked about meme coins and if they need to be disclosed by members of Congress for trading activity, Collins said yes.
&#8220;Meme coins should certainly be treated as any other asset, digital or otherwise.&#8221;
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Why It's Important: Ski Mask Dog coin rallied in December after Collins first purchase was disclosed.
The coin hit an all-time high of $0.3639 on Dec. 5 after the Congressman's first purchase disclosure. The latest trade disclosure shows that Collins also bought more Ski Mask Dog coin on Dec. 3 ahead of the all-time highs.
Collins, who won re-election in the 2024 election, has previously disclosed buying and selling cryptocurrencies like Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>), Aerodrome (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">AERO</a>), Velodrome (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">VELO</a>) and The Graph (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">GRT</a>).
Collins' purchases of Ethereum have been larger in recent disclosures compared to the meme coin he recently bought. The congressman has also disclosed selling some of the cryptocurrencies in the past, which could make the recent meme coin buy one to watch in case he later shows he sold it after the recent gains.
Calls to ban members of Congress from buying stocks and options have grown, with President Joe Biden recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42538504/biden-endorses-ban-of-congressional-stock-trading-nobody-in-the-congress-should-be-able-to-make-money-in-the-stock-market-while-in-office">endorsing a ban </a>on Congress trading.
When it comes to members of Congress buying and selling cryptocurrencies, there is less support and it is less mentioned in potential legislation.
&#8220;Nobody in the Congress should be able to make money in the stock market while they&#8217;re in the Congress,&#8221; Biden said, failing to mention cryptocurrency.
Members of Congress are currently allowed to buy and sell stocks, options, cryptocurrency and make other investments as long as they are disclosed in 45 days.
Collins' trade, which happened nearly 30 days ago and came as his past trade in the same coin may have led to the price soaring could spark interest in putting the same ban on cryptocurrency. With pro-crypto President-elect Donald Trump taking office later this month, more members of Congress could be looking to add cryptocurrency to their investment portfolios.
Ski Mask Dog, which began trading in 2024, is up 6% in the past day.
The meme cryptocurrency currently trades at $0.2246 at the time of writing Thursday, versus a one-month range of $0.1472 to $0.3639.
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