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Avior Wealth Management LLC raised its position in Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF ( NASDAQ:BSMQ – Free Report ) by 17.9% during the third quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The firm owned 10,488 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 1,590 shares during the period. Avior Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF were worth $249,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. Truist Financial Corp acquired a new position in Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF in the second quarter valued at $7,035,000. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC lifted its stake in shares of Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF by 11.5% in the 2nd quarter. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC now owns 264,550 shares of the company’s stock valued at $6,216,000 after purchasing an additional 27,331 shares during the period. Raymond James & Associates boosted its position in shares of Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF by 2.1% during the 2nd quarter. Raymond James & Associates now owns 146,033 shares of the company’s stock valued at $3,431,000 after purchasing an additional 2,964 shares in the last quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC grew its stake in Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF by 4.0% during the second quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 127,504 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,996,000 after purchasing an additional 4,937 shares during the period. Finally, Envestnet Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF by 3.3% in the second quarter. Envestnet Asset Management Inc. now owns 112,635 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,646,000 after purchasing an additional 3,623 shares in the last quarter. Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF Stock Performance Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF stock opened at $23.62 on Friday. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $23.63 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $23.58. Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF has a 52-week low of $23.34 and a 52-week high of $23.81. Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF Dividend Announcement About Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF ( Free Report ) The Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF (BSMQ) is an exchange-traded fund that mostly invests in investment grade fixed income. The fund tracks a market-value-weighted index of investment-grade AMT-Free municipal bonds that mature by the end of 2026. BSMQ was launched on Sep 25, 2019 and is managed by Invesco. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding BSMQ? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF ( NASDAQ:BSMQ – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Invesco BulletShares 2026 Municipal Bond ETF and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .College Football Playoff betting guide: First-round odds, title favorites

Hedge fund manager Scott Bessent is a credible, safe choice for US Treasury secretary — and one that is likely positive for markets — observers said Saturday following President-elect Donald Trump’s highly anticipated nomination. His selection came after competition for the top economic job spilled into the open last weekend, with the world’s richest man Elon Musk throwing his support instead behind Trump’s transition team co-chair Howard Lutnick. Lutnick has since been named commerce secretary to lead Trump’s tariff and trade agenda, and Bessent’s nomination days later appears to be uncontroversial for now. “Scott Bessent is a credible, mainstream pick for Treasury Secretary,” said Jason Furman, a professor at Harvard University and former top White House economic adviser. “I could see previous administrations as having chosen him,” Furman, a former chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, told AFP. But a key difference is that Bessent, 62, has had to adopt and defend views on topics like tariffs, in a way “he never would have in pursuit of the job for a previous Republican administration.” Tariffs are a key part of Trump’s economic agenda, with the Republican president-elect vowing sweeping duties on allies and adversaries alike. In an opinion piece published earlier this month on Fox News, Bessent defended the potential use of tariffs as a means to raise revenue for the government, protect strategic US industries and negotiate with trading partners. He would be one of the first openly gay Cabinet officials if confirmed by the Senate, and the first at the helm of the Treasury Department. – ‘Adult in the room’ – Jens Nordvig, chief executive of data and analytics firm Exante Data who has worked with Bessent, drew a contrast between his demeanor and that of other Trump supporters. While some Trump allies have a tendency towards “general sweeping statements,” Bessent is an “analytical thinker, and he communicates accordingly,” Nordvig told AFP. He counts Bessent among his early clients. “I would expect his messaging to be very focused, to get his key points across, without any unnecessary flamboyance or gusto,” Nordvig added of the Wall Street veteran. Calling Bessent a “safe choice,” Brookings senior fellow in economic studies David Wessel told AFP: “He will be an adult in the room for the Trump administration.” Besides Bessent, others seen as top contenders for Treasury chief in recent days included former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh, Apollo Global Management chief executive Marc Rowan, and Tennessee Senator Bill Hagerty. – Market relief? – It remains to be seen if Bessent will be a big influence “moderating some of the administration’s more aggressive trade policy” or simply be a spokesman, Wessel said. He does not have much experience in dealing with Congress either, and this would be important next year as the Trump administration works to raise the debt ceiling and effort a tax bill to deliver on his economic promises. Bessent would also have to grapple with the country’s debt burden, with debt borrowed at much lower interest rates previously and Trump’s plans estimated to add trillions over time. In an open letter published Saturday, Nordvig called for “thoughtful leadership” at the Treasury, saying a realistic approach to tax cuts and bond issuance was needed. He also sounded a hopeful note, saying Bessent would work to reduce extreme risks for markets. Krishna Guha, vice chairman of Evercore ISI, believes Bessent’s nomination “will be well received by financial markets,” given his deep understanding of markets and macro conditions. Guha also warned of the risk of bond yields spiking and “pushing up mortgage rates and tanking the housing market, while also causing stocks to sell off.” In his past administration, Trump has viewed the stock market as a gauge of his success. With 2,400 staff representing 100 different nationalities, AFP covers the world as a leading global news agency. AFP provides fast, comprehensive and verified coverage of the issues affecting our daily lives.College Football Playoff betting guide: First-round odds, title favorites

The is trading a level relative to the S&P 500 that could be dangerous for a key US trade if the ratio between the two deteriorates, Bank of America says. The relative performance of the Nasdaq versus the S&P is stronger than it was even during the 2000-era dot-come bubble. But if the tech-heavy index declines against the S&P below that 2000 peak, it could spell trouble, strategists led by Michael Hartnett wrote. "Watch NDX/SPX, as crack below 2000 high catalyst for rotation from 'US exceptionalism' trades," they said. Investors have poured money into the tech-concentrated Nasdaq throughout 2024, targeting names involved with emerging artificial intelligence tech. But now, with US stocks at a 75-year high versus the rest of the world, BofA predicts that the "US exceptionalism" theme is headed for a cyclical peak. As US financial conditions are likely to tighten, traders in the first quarter will increase allocation to international markets in Asia and Europe, the note said. 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Syrian rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani proclaimed “a new history” for the nation after his forces seized Damascus and President Bashar al-Assad fled the capital. Addressing jubilant crowds at the historic Umayyad Mosque, Jawlani celebrated the fall of a regime known for decades of brutal repression and vowed to build a Syria worthy of its people’s sacrifices. “How many people were displaced across the world? How many people lived in tents? How many drowned in the seas?” Jawlani asked. “A new history, my brothers, is being written in the entire region after this great victory.” He called for unity in rebuilding Syria and creating “a beacon for the Islamic nation.” The swift collapse of Assad’s forces overnight triggered scenes of joy and disbelief. Thousands of political prisoners were freed as rebel forces blew open jail doors, allowing inmates to reunite with families after years of captivity. Videos captured freed prisoners running through the streets at dawn, some flashing hand gestures to symbolise the years spent in detention. The Syrian rebel coalition announced plans to transfer authority to a transitional governing body. “The great Syrian revolution has moved from the stage of struggle to overthrow the Assad regime to the struggle to build a Syria together that befits the sacrifices of its people,” the coalition stated. Follow us on:

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Drones by the dozens have been reported flying in recent weeks over Long Island, with thousands more observed in other parts of New York and New Jersey. The sightings have prompted an FBI investigation as well as other efforts aimed at finding out who is operating the drones, why and whether the airborne devices are a safety risk. On Monday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced a plan to fast-track legislation that would, among other things, expand federal authority to detect and disable drones determined to threaten "safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system." Also Monday, Suffolk police said in a statement that department officials and County Executive Edward P. Romaine were working with "state and federal law enforcement partners to monitor the situation." A Suffolk police spokeswoman said the department had logged sightings but declined to say how many. A Nassau police spokesman said the department had logged two reports of drone sightings Sunday, after logging 55 from Friday through Saturday. Also on Sunday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the deployment of a "state-of-the-art drone detection system." Where have sightings been reported? Long Islanders from Wading River, Centereach and Rocky Point have spoken to Newsday about drone sightings. Department of Defense officials have confirmed sightings by personnel at two military installations in New Jersey, Picatinny Arsenal and Naval Weapons Station Earle. Many of the reported sightings have been near approaches to busy airports including Kennedy, LaGuardia and Newark-Liberty, according to the FBI. From breaking news to special features and documentaries, the NewsdayTV team is covering the issues that matter to you. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . What’s the airport connection? Manned aircraft are often mistaken for drones. Even fixed-wing aircraft may appear to move in a drone-like fashion to a ground observer. "If an aircraft is far away but flying directly to you, it can easily look as if it’s hovering," said Arthur Holland Michel, a founder of the Center for the Study of the Drone at Bard College and former senior fellow at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs. Such illusions are more common at night, when many of the reported sightings have taken place, Michel said. Do the drones pose a threat? Unclear. A Department of Homeland Security official, speaking on background at a weekend briefing, told reporters "we don’t have any current evidence that there’s a threat to public safety." Almost a million aerial drones are registered across the United States and operating them is generally legal, with legitimate uses like facility inspection, aerial mapping and cinematography, Michel said. But there are fewer legitimate reasons to operate them at night, Michel said, and operating at any time around airplanes and helicopters is dangerous and illegal. An FBI official said at the briefing that fewer than 100 of 5,000 leads the bureau got through a national hotline proved worthy of investigation. The high number of reported sightings suggests a positive feedback loop is at work, said Michel. As news spread of the early drone sightings, people who may not have previously scrutinized the night sky were primed to see more, he said: "Things that appear to be hovering, moving at unbelievable speeds, and in the context of these stories, the drone is the quickest, easiest, most available explanation." Who’s flying the drones? A Department of Defense official, speaking at the weekend briefing, said there was no "intelligence or observations that would indicate that they were aligned with a foreign actor or that they had malicious intent. But I just got to simply tell you we don’t know." Michel said that a foreign state using drones to conduct surveillance and reconnaissance over the United States would be taking a considerable risk. "If one of these systems were found, or if their operators were caught, then you are potentially talking about huge diplomatic fallout," he said. He was also skeptical that this could be a wide-scale prank, especially considering that some of the drones were reported as large as 6 feet. "Flying drones like this requires technical sophistication, not to mention some fairly deep pockets. And It would be unusual to keep up the prank for several weeks, or to rove as widely as these drones seem to have been spotted," he said. What kind of technology was Gov. Hochul talking about? Hochul’s press office did not respond to an email seeking clarification. But a DHS official, speaking at the weekend briefing, said the agency had sent New Jersey State Police radar equipped with an infrared camera. Zachary Kallenborn, a policy fellow in the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University who studies drone warfare and terrorism, said in an interview that other detection tools include microphones to pick up drone sounds and sensors to monitor radio frequencies used for drone control. In theory, authorities could follow detection with interdiction, "but there aren’t really good ways to defeat" drones, Kallenborn said, especially over a densely populated area. Kinetic solutions include missiles and shotguns. Non-kinetic solutions include frequency jamming to disrupt an operator’s control. "The problem is, that signal and radio frequency could also be used for a bunch of other things — you could also, for example, jam the signal for first responders or an air control tower," he said. Nicholas Spangler is a general assignment reporter and has worked at Newsday since 2010.DENVER , Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TTEC Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC ), a leading global CX (customer experience) technology and services innovator for AI-enhanced CX with solutions from TTEC Engage and TTEC Digital , today announced that TTEC Digital has been recognized as the Cisco Reimagine Customer Experiences Partner of the Year – Americas. "In collaboration with Cisco, TTEC Digital is helping industry leaders in banking, healthcare, insurance, government services, and more improve their customer experiences with a strong mix of CX strategy and technology. We are honored to be recognized by Cisco for our shared success and look forward to continued partnership," said John Wolf , global Cisco lead at TTEC Digital. In FY24, TTEC Digital achieved significant milestones with Cisco including a 44% year-over-year growth in bookings. Cisco also recognized TTEC Digital for providing targeted training and certifications, expanding into the Cisco commercial space with a focus on Webex Enterprise Contact Center solutions, and developing new services such as WxCC Jet and InteractionSync for Cisco Webex Contact Center. Announced at WebexOne , the Cisco Reimagine Customer Experiences Partner of the Year award recognizes the partner who has had the most success selling and implementing Webex Contact Center solutions to help clients deliver best-in-class customer experiences. TTEC Digital has partnered with Cisco for more than 20 years and was the first partner to take Cisco Contact Center to the cloud. As a five-time Cisco partner of the year winner, TTEC Digital has a strong track record of continuously delivering innovation, leadership and best practices to clients in conjunction with Cisco. To learn more, visit https://ttecdigital.com/partners/cisco . About TTEC TTEC (pronounced T-TEC) Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC) is a leading global CX (customer experience) technology and services innovator for AI-enabled digital CX solutions. Serving iconic and disruptive brands, TTEC's outcome-based solutions span the entire enterprise, touch every virtual interaction channel, and improve each step of the customer journey. Leveraging next-gen digital technology, the Company's TTEC Digital business designs, builds, and operates omnichannel contact center technology, CRM, AI and analytics solutions. The Company's TTEC Engage business delivers AI-enhanced customer engagement, customer acquisition and growth, tech support, back office, and fraud prevention services. Founded in 1982, the Company's singular obsession with CX excellence has earned it leading client, customer, and employee satisfaction scores across the globe. The Company's employees operate on six continents and bring technology and humanity together to deliver happy customers and differentiated business results. To learn more visit us at https://www.ttec.com . Media Contact: Meredith Matthews meredith.matthews@ttec.com +1 281-770-2566 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ttec-digital-wins-cisco-reimagine-customer-experiences-partner-of-the-year--americas-302332643.html SOURCE TTEC Holdings, Inc.

Jimmy Carter, Former US President, Dies At 10010 hot-ticket gifts we predict will sell out on Black Friday 2024DENVER , Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TTEC Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC ), a leading global CX (customer experience) technology and services innovator for AI-enhanced CX with solutions from TTEC Engage and TTEC Digital , today announced that TTEC Digital has been recognized as the Cisco Reimagine Customer Experiences Partner of the Year – Americas. "In collaboration with Cisco, TTEC Digital is helping industry leaders in banking, healthcare, insurance, government services, and more improve their customer experiences with a strong mix of CX strategy and technology. We are honored to be recognized by Cisco for our shared success and look forward to continued partnership," said John Wolf , global Cisco lead at TTEC Digital. In FY24, TTEC Digital achieved significant milestones with Cisco including a 44% year-over-year growth in bookings. Cisco also recognized TTEC Digital for providing targeted training and certifications, expanding into the Cisco commercial space with a focus on Webex Enterprise Contact Center solutions, and developing new services such as WxCC Jet and InteractionSync for Cisco Webex Contact Center. Announced at WebexOne , the Cisco Reimagine Customer Experiences Partner of the Year award recognizes the partner who has had the most success selling and implementing Webex Contact Center solutions to help clients deliver best-in-class customer experiences. TTEC Digital has partnered with Cisco for more than 20 years and was the first partner to take Cisco Contact Center to the cloud. As a five-time Cisco partner of the year winner, TTEC Digital has a strong track record of continuously delivering innovation, leadership and best practices to clients in conjunction with Cisco. To learn more, visit https://ttecdigital.com/partners/cisco . About TTEC TTEC (pronounced T-TEC) Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC) is a leading global CX (customer experience) technology and services innovator for AI-enabled digital CX solutions. Serving iconic and disruptive brands, TTEC's outcome-based solutions span the entire enterprise, touch every virtual interaction channel, and improve each step of the customer journey. Leveraging next-gen digital technology, the Company's TTEC Digital business designs, builds, and operates omnichannel contact center technology, CRM, AI and analytics solutions. The Company's TTEC Engage business delivers AI-enhanced customer engagement, customer acquisition and growth, tech support, back office, and fraud prevention services. Founded in 1982, the Company's singular obsession with CX excellence has earned it leading client, customer, and employee satisfaction scores across the globe. The Company's employees operate on six continents and bring technology and humanity together to deliver happy customers and differentiated business results. To learn more visit us at https://www.ttec.com . Media Contact: Meredith Matthews meredith.matthews@ttec.com +1 281-770-2566 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ttec-digital-wins-cisco-reimagine-customer-experiences-partner-of-the-year--americas-302332643.html SOURCE TTEC Holdings, Inc.

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