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It wasn’t long ago that counting on a mega cap tech stock to rise was a pretty safe bet, but that certainty has been turned on its head this year.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Earlier this year, it significantly expanded its bet on the project, acquiring a stake in the development of 70 Hudson Yards valued at over $400 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Right now, when a Brazilian movie comes to town, the smart bet is to see it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

That means it would be too risky for you to bet that April will be a good month for the stock market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“Oh! Well, aren’t you lucky to have a guide like Anna May to help you along. I’ll bet she’ll let you know when she hears about a little role for you.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu