U.S. small-cap stocks are delivering a standout performance in November, aligning with a well-established seasonal trend that often paves the way for a strong December. Historically, small caps tend to excel in the final two months of the year, with November’s impressive gains often rolling into December as part of the so-called “Santa Rally.” The Russell 2000 index, the leading benchmark for small-cap equities, has climbed an impressive 8% this November, on track for the second-best monthly performance of the year. See Also: Google, Anthropic Deal In Jeopardy As Regulators Look To Break Up Search Monopoly Data spanning more than two decades shows that November delivered the highest average returns for small-cap stocks. From the year 2000 onward, the iShares Russell 2000 ETF IWM , has averaged a 2.6% gain in November, marking it as the strongest month of the year. What's even more striking is the reliability of this trend—79% of the time, the month ends with small-cap stocks in the green. The Russell 2000 has ended November in negative territory only four times: A decline of 9.97% in 2000, 6.97% in 2007, 11.93% in 2008, and 4.33% in 2021. In all other years, small-cap stocks have delivered gains during the month. The strongest rally occurred in November 2020, when the Russell soared 18.24% buoyed by the discovery of the Covid-19 vaccine. Yet, history suggests this isn't the time to cash out just yet. Investors tempted to take profits after November's gains might reconsider, as December historically ranks as the second-best month for small caps. On average, the Russell 2000 rose 1.46% in December, with 67% of years showing positive performance. The combination of these two months often gives small-cap investors a powerful year-end boost. Russell 2000 Monthly Seasonality: November And December Show The Highest Average Gains Why Are Small Caps Outperforming in November 2024? As of late November, the Russell 2000's 8% rally far surpasses the 4% rise of the S&P 500, tracked by the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust SPY . This outperformance is being driven by three major catalysts: 1. Federal Reserve Rate Cuts The Federal Reserve has shifted into rate-cut mode, lowering rates by 25 basis points in November following a 50-basis-point reduction in September. Policymakers have signaled that further cuts are likely, albeit at a slower pace, as long as inflation continues to decelerate. Lower interest rates disproportionately benefit small-cap companies, which rely more heavily on bank financing than their larger-cap counterparts. With borrowing costs falling, small businesses are better positioned to invest, grow, and improve profitability, giving them a significant tailwind compared to multinational firms. 2. Political Tailwinds From 2024 Elections The outcome of the 2024 U.S. elections — a Republican trifecta (presidency, Senate and House of Representatives) — has fueled optimism among small-cap investors expecting the Trump administration to roll back regulations. Additionally, the potential reintroduction of trade tariffs could act as a buffer for small-cap businesses by reducing competition from international firms facing higher regulatory or import costs. Financial services and industrial stocks, heavily represented in small-cap indices, have been among the top beneficiaries of this shift. 3. Economic Resilience The U.S. economy is showing remarkable resilience by delivering strong GDP growth rates. The Atlanta Fed's GDPNow estimate pegs fourth-quarter real GDP growth at 2.6%, following robust gains of 3.0% and 2.8% in the second and third quarters, respectively. The labor market, a key indicator of economic health, also remains resilient. Despite disruptions from strikes and hurricanes affecting October payrolls data, jobless claims have fallen to their lowest levels in seven months in mid-November, indicating a tight labor market and sustained consumer confidence. These factors collectively underpin the performance of small-cap stocks, which are often more sensitive to domestic economic trends. What's Next For Small Caps? With November's gains already in the books, historical patterns suggest that small caps could keep their momentum into December. Whether fueled by seasonal trends, macroeconomic tailwinds, or political optimism, small-cap stocks are positioning themselves as a standout opportunity for year-end trading. Now Read: 7 US Natural Gas Stocks To Watch As Henry Hub Prices Surge 50% In November Image: Shutterstock © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.4ph program 。

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Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Leighton Clarkson has insisted Stiliyan Petrov and the former Celtic stars who are writing Aberdeen off are wasting their breath. The Bulgarian is amongst a number of former Hoops players who have dismissed the Dons' title credentials - even though they are unbeaten in the league and sit joint top of the Premiership. Petrov came out earlier this weekend and claimed that the Dons are not a threat to his former side. Clarkson insisted that nobody within Jimmy Thelin ’s squad is even discussing possible title bids or even listening to any of the outside noise from those of a Celtic persuasion or elsewhere for that matter. The midfielder said: “You could see it as a compliment, it’s one of them. But at the same time we don’t think about any of that or listen, to be honest. We have to go to St Mirren and beat them because if we lose three on the bounce, those conversations wouldn’t be happening any more. So for us it’s a case of trying to stay consistent, pick up as many points as we can and further down the line we’ll see where we are.” Aberdeen have still to taste defeat in the league under Thelin although their unbeaten Premiership run goes back to the end of March last season. The former Liverpool youngster admitted Aberdeen is now a team who go into every game believing. He insisted: “Does it feel like we’ve been unbeaten for as long as we have? No, it doesn’t really. “After that last loss (at Dundee) there were a lot of harsh words spoken, we took it on board and the reality of it all kicked in. After that we kicked on, started showing what we are as footballers and have taken it on this season too. It’s mental thinking back to that. “This last six or seven months everyone is loving it. The confidence is high. In the past couple of seasons we’d have been going to St Mirren thinking ‘this is going to be a sticky game’ and it still is. “But we’re going into it knowing the way we want to play, knowing the squad we’ve got. We feel we’re going down there in full force.” Clarkson will be up against a familiar face in Killian Phillips. The Irishman had a loan spell at Pittodrie last season but has now signed for St Mirren. His former teammate insisted: “Killian is a great lad who everyone liked when he was here. “He’s a great player too, he’s got size and energy so it’s going to be a great battle. We still keep in touch a little bit, I spoke to him a couple of months ago and before that when he signed for St Mirren. “He came here on loan in January, which is always tough and played quite a few games. We all thought he did really well for us in what was a difficult time for the team. It will be nice to see him - but hopefully after the game when we’ve won!” Aberdeen also welcome back Dante Polvara for the first time under Thelin. The American midfielder is now over the hamstring tear he suffered in pre-season. He has made the trip to Paisley with the Dons squad, although Angus MacDonald and Pape Habib Gueye miss out through injury. Thelin said: “I can't remember exactly how many weeks he was in training before he got injured. “So, I didn't see him so much, but he started well in the training camp and also, his last part of last season, he did really well. So, it's good to have this quality. “He also has different characteristics than the other players. So, I think he's a good weapon for us to use in different positions on the pitch when we can.” Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football.Apple reportedly working on a smart doorbell with Face IDWestern Digital Corp. stock underperforms Monday when compared to competitors

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WINSTON-SALEM — It wasn’t how Duke drew up the final play, but it worked out perfect for the Blue Devils in Saturday’s 23-17 victory over Wake Forest. Maalik Murphy threw a 39-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Moore as time expired, allowing Duke to end the regular season with three consecutive victories. Murphy said he realized he took too long to make a decision after the last snap. “I knew at that point I had to make a play,” he said. “The damage was already done, time was ticking.” With the score tied at 17, the Blue Devils (9-3, 5-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) moved 76 yards in 1:22 after forcing a Wake Forest punt. It appeared that Duke might run out of time in the slow-developing play, but Moore improvised and broke free along the right side, caught the ball at the 10-yard line and spun into the end zone to complete a comeback from 14 points down in the second half. “The play that Maalik and Jordan put together was magical,” Duke coach Manny Diaz said. “Nobody thought a 5-yard route would turn into a (long) touchdown.” So instead of a long field-goal attempt, Duke had something better. “I just decided to take it down the field,” Moore said. “I think that’s a testament to our chemistry. ... Maalik had the confidence in himself to make that kind of play.” It resulted in Duke’s sixth victory by seven points or less. “It’s like a perfect exclamation point to our season,” Diaz said. “An unbelievable way to finish our season.” Murphy racked up with 235 yards on 26-for-34 passing. Moore, who was down with an injury after a reception earlier in the second half, made five catches for 98 yards. Hank Bachmeier threw for 207 yards and a touchdown as Wake Forest (4-8, 2-6) ended its second straight four-win season with a four-game losing streak. “A heartbreaking loss,” Demon Deacons coach Dave Clawson said. “It’s a tough way to lose a game and a tough way to end the season.” Tate Carey’s 8-yard run, Matthew Dennis’ 37-yard field goal and Horatio Fields’ 9-yard reception across 11 minutes of game time gave Wake Forest a 17-3 lead with nine minutes left in the third quarter. Duke took advantage of a short field following a punt, moving 42 yards in four plays to score on Star Thomas’ 3-yard run. The Blue Devils recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff and converted on Murphy’s 2-yard run with 12:57 left to pull even. “What has been proven is that we’re mentally tough,” Diaz said. “We’re not going to do everything perfect.” Taylor Morin became Wake Forest’s all-time leader in receiving yards with 2,974. He picked up 47 yards on eight catches on Saturday. Morin, in his fifth season, passed former NFL player Ricky Proehl, who had 2,929 yards in the late 1980s. Duke: The Blue Devils have secured at least a nine-win season for the second time in three seasons, this one coming in Diaz’s first season. They racked up a 4-0 record against in-state opponents, including comebacks to top North Carolina and Wake Forest. “Every quest that we have for championships starts in our own state,” Diaz said. Wake Forest: The Demon Deacons punted on their final three possessions of the season. They finished with a 1-6 record in home games. “It’s been a tough year, a long year, and I’m proud of our team and how hard they fought,” Clawson said. Duke: Awaits a bowl invitation Wake Forest: Enters the offseason with a losing record for the third time in five seasons. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballOne player who has been linked with a move to both clubs is Sevilla's young midfielder, Marcos Acuña. The Argentine international has been a standout performer for Sevilla this season, showcasing his versatility and technical ability in midfield. Acuña's playing style aligns with the needs of both Real Madrid and Manchester City, making him a viable target for the clubs in the upcoming transfer window.Cerity Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Roblox Co. ( NYSE:RBLX – Free Report ) by 434.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 94,973 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 77,192 shares during the period. Cerity Partners LLC’s holdings in Roblox were worth $4,204,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently made changes to their positions in RBLX. V Square Quantitative Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Roblox during the third quarter worth about $27,000. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Roblox by 20,800.0% during the third quarter. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC now owns 627 shares of the company’s stock worth $28,000 after acquiring an additional 624 shares in the last quarter. PARK CIRCLE Co purchased a new position in Roblox during the second quarter worth about $30,000. Strategic Financial Concepts LLC purchased a new position in Roblox during the second quarter worth about $33,000. Finally, Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC boosted its holdings in Roblox by 102.4% during the second quarter. Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC now owns 1,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $37,000 after purchasing an additional 506 shares during the last quarter. 91.08% of the stock is owned by institutional investors. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several research analysts recently weighed in on RBLX shares. BMO Capital Markets restated an “outperform” rating and set a $62.00 price target (up from $56.00) on shares of Roblox in a report on Friday, November 1st. Macquarie boosted their price target on shares of Roblox from $50.00 to $58.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a report on Friday, November 1st. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price target on shares of Roblox from $54.00 to $58.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Friday, November 1st. Morgan Stanley upgraded shares of Roblox from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating and boosted their price target for the stock from $38.00 to $65.00 in a report on Monday, November 4th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft boosted their target price on shares of Roblox from $45.00 to $60.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, November 4th. Seven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, fourteen have issued a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $55.30. Insider Buying and Selling In related news, CAO Amy Marie Rawlings sold 3,601 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, November 22nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $49.32, for a total transaction of $177,601.32. Following the sale, the chief accounting officer now owns 81,407 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,014,993.24. This represents a 4.24 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink . Also, insider Manuel Bronstein sold 15,380 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, September 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $45.00, for a total transaction of $692,100.00. Following the sale, the insider now directly owns 712,105 shares in the company, valued at $32,044,725. This trade represents a 2.11 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 1,013,607 shares of company stock valued at $48,434,122. Company insiders own 22.15% of the company’s stock. Roblox Stock Performance NYSE RBLX opened at $50.15 on Friday. The company’s 50 day moving average is $46.35 and its 200-day moving average is $41.46. Roblox Co. has a 12-month low of $29.55 and a 12-month high of $55.10. The company has a quick ratio of 0.98, a current ratio of 0.98 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.64. The firm has a market cap of $30.47 billion, a P/E ratio of -30.58 and a beta of 1.56. Roblox ( NYSE:RBLX – Get Free Report ) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, October 31st. The company reported ($0.37) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ($0.39) by $0.02. The company had revenue of $919.00 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.02 billion. Roblox had a negative net margin of 30.90% and a negative return on equity of 986.36%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 9.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted ($0.45) earnings per share. Sell-side analysts predict that Roblox Co. will post -1.56 earnings per share for the current year. Roblox Company Profile ( Free Report ) Roblox Corporation develops and operates an online entertainment platform in the United States and internationally. It offers Roblox Studio, a free toolset that allows developers and creators to build, publish, and operate 3D experiences, and other content; Roblox Client, an application that allows users to explore 3D experience; and Roblox Cloud, which provides services and infrastructure that power the platform. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding RBLX? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Roblox Co. ( NYSE:RBLX – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Roblox Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Roblox and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

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In conclusion, the 183.5 yuan Luckin Coffee co-branded cup's inability to hold hot water highlights the importance of diligence and attention to detail in product development. While the brand has taken steps to address the issue, the incident serves as a reminder of the consequences of overlooking key functionalities in collaborative product releases. By learning from this experience and prioritizing quality control, Luckin Coffee can regain the trust of its customers and strengthen its position in the competitive retail landscape.Fresolimumab is under clinical development by and currently in Phase II for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. According to GlobalData, Phase II drugs for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer have a 38% phase transition success rate (PTSR) indication benchmark for progressing into Phase III. GlobalData tracks drug-specific phase transition and likelihood of approval scores, in addition to indication benchmarks based off 18 years of historical drug development data. Attributes of the drug, company and its clinical trials play a fundamental role in drug-specific PTSR and likelihood of approval. Fresolimumab overview Fresolimumab (GC1008) is under development for non-small cell lung cancer. It is administered through intravenous route. GC1008 is a pan-specific human anti-TGF beta monoclonal antibody. It was also under development for the treatment of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (kidney sclerosis), metastatic renal cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma, malignant glioma , idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and osteogenesis imperfecta. Sanofi overview is a healthcare company, which is engaged in the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of medicines and vaccines. Its portfolio includes medicines for the treatment of cancer, rare diseases, multiple sclerosis; human vaccines for protection against various bacterial and viral diseases; and other products. The company also offers consumer healthcare products for digestion; allergy; cough, cold, flu and sinus; pain; women’s health; and vitamins, minerals, and supplements. ‘s R&D efforts focus on advancing a combination drug to increase the effectiveness of treatments and on advancing the formulation of new biologics to produce precision medicines. It has an operational presence in Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. is headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, France. For a complete picture of Fresolimumab’s drug-specific PTSR and LoA scores, This content was updated on 12 April 2024 From Blending expert knowledge with cutting-edge technology, GlobalData’s unrivalled proprietary data will enable you to decode what’s happening in your market. You can make better informed decisions and gain a future-proof advantage over your competitors. , the leading provider of industry intelligence, provided the underlying data, research, and analysis used to produce this article. GlobalData’s Likelihood of Approval analytics tool dynamically assesses and predicts how likely a drug will move to the next stage in clinical development (PTSR), as well as how likely the drug will be approved (LoA). This is based on a combination of machine learning and a proprietary algorithm to process data points from various databases found on GlobalData’s .Despite his undeniable talent and potential, Rashford's lack of consistency has been a cause of concern for manager Ralf Rangnick and the club's hierarchy. With Manchester United looking to rebuild and reshape their squad, it seems that Rashford could be one of the casualties of the impending changes.

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The plastic surgery hospital in question had previously been sanctioned by the Health Commission for violations of medical regulations. It has raised concerns about the safety and standards of cosmetic procedures in the country, especially among influencers and celebrities who often undergo such treatments to maintain their image in the public eye.This series of Playable Futures articles considers how the design, technology, people, and theory of video games are informing and influencing the wider world. While game communities are famed for their passion and power, our medium cannot claim to have invented the concept of courting a fanbase. You might remember, for example, when records came with a small card form to fill out and return, handing over your details in return for getting access to offers and announcements from the band. By today's standards, however, what were effectively 'fanclubs' now seem charmingly primitive. They would breed loyalty and make customer communities feel valued – and yet there is only so much a quarterly print newsletter could really achieve. Fast forward to the present, and industries across the world are increasingly eying how game community managers like Wooga's April Laws are evolving and enacting their craft. Laws first joined the studio known for its prowess with story-driven casual titles as a freelance designer, but now stands as the team's lead social media and community manager. "It struck me how similar community management and design are," Laws says of her earlier days at Wooga. "Design is about solving problems and communication, and I feel I'm still doing exactly that at Wooga. Our community really has become one of our biggest assets as a company. I think the way that we in games do community is so powerful, and has really marked on our success, because it's a competitive industry. And so the community and their loyalty is really powerful. Valuing these relationships is one of the ways a game company can make lasting success, as there's a lot of other games people can play – but our community chose us." "So many companies take their lead from game community management. Nike, Adidas and other fitness brands now have apps with leaderboards and challenges – community gamification in itself" Community building and engagement, then, exists in a place between... Will FreemanEnhancing public awareness and education on winter driving safety have also been integral components of the low-temperature defense measures. Public service announcements, safety tips, and guidelines have been distributed to motorists and travelers, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe speed, using proper snow tires, and carrying emergency supplies in vehicles. By promoting a culture of responsibility and preparedness among road users, the Gansu Transportation Department aims to reduce the incidence of accidents and ensure the smooth flow of traffic during adverse weather conditions.