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Today, BlackRock expanded its infrastructure product suite with the launch of the iShares Infrastructure Active ETF (CBOE:BILT), designed to harness the long-term growth potential of listed infrastructure companies across sectors and geographies through the efficiency and convenience of an ETF. Infrastructure is a vital and distinctive segment of the global economy, with related investments projected to reach $68 trillion by 2040.1 This growth is fueled by powerful forces reshaping how the world builds, connects, and powers itself, including the buildout of energy-intensive data centers, a renewed focus on energy independence in many parts of the world, and the modernization and expansion

President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order on Tuesday to temporarily close the U.S.-Mexico border to migrants when it exceeds a certain threshold, suspending long-standing asylum protections. What Happened: According to the New York Times, a Biden-signed executive order on this issue marks a significant policy shift. News sources reported two different ranges of thresholds: The New York Times stated via sources it could be an average of 5,000 border crossings in a week, or 8,500 in a single day. AP cites that the executive order “would shut down asylum requests to the U.S.-Mexico border once the number of daily encounters hits 2,500 between ports of entry, with the b

In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, Michael Sayers, CFA and vice president and portfolio manager at Rockland Trust, shared valuable insights into today’s investment opportunities. Below, we explore the key questions and Sayers’ insightful responses: How The CHIPS Act, IRA Act & Infrastructure Act Create Investment Opportunities When asked about the anticipated influence of recent legislative developments like the CHIPS Act, IRA Act, and Infrastructure Act on investment opportunities, Sayers provided a comprehensive overview. Regarding the potential effects of the CHIPS Act on technology investments and the semiconductor industry, Sayers pointed out the significant earmarke

President Joe Biden is one of the front-running candidates in the 2024 presidential election. A potential rematch with Donald Trump could spell trouble, with the former president polling ahead of Biden in recent months. Experts for the Democratic party lay out two items that Biden should focus on. Betting on Infrastructure: Biden trails Trump in many 2024 election polls and recently saw his approval rating hit an all-time low. To gain momentum and win the 2024 election, political experts are laying out what items the president should spend more time focusing on. One area that is getting increased attention is infrastructure, according to a report from Punchbowl News. The se