QI know very little about stocks, but I want to invest in them. How should I proceed? — J.L., Dothan, Alabama ABefore you deploy any dollars, take some time to read up on investing. You want to be comfortable with how you invest and confident in your approach. Ideally, the more you learn, the fewer expensive mistakes you’ll make. You […]
Last week’s trivia answer
I trace my roots back to 1933, when my founder launched me in Japan as part of his father’s loom works business. I was incorporated with my current name in 1937. During World War II, I had to switch from making cars to trucks. I sold my millionth vehicle in 1972, and launched Lexus in 1989. Today, with a recent […]
Pipeline of potential profits
The Motley Fool TakeThe biotech company Moderna (Nasdaq: MRNA) generated billions of dollars in earnings from its coronavirus vaccine, but sales of the vaccine — its only product — are on the decline. Still, the company’s best days may be ahead of it. Moderna has a full pipeline of programs, with many in late-stage development. In fact, the company aims to launch 15 […]
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank promotes Becker
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank announces the promotion of Kim Becker to assistant compliance officer. In her new role, she will support the bank’s compliance officer in administering, testing, reporting and disseminating compliance-related information. Additionally, her role is pivotal in executing, monitoring and enhancing the bank’s compliance management program. Becker joined the bank in 2016 as a compliance quality analyst and […]
Credit union awarding thousands of dollars in college scholarships
The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation is partnering with the The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools to offer five $2,000 scholarship awards to high school graduates in the Class of 2024. This year’s high school graduates in Suncoast Credit Union’s 25-county service territory have the opportunity to apply for financial support to continue their education, thanks to a $164,000 investment […]
Name That Company
I trace my roots back to 1886, when my flagship beverage was first served at an Atlanta pharmacy. Soon, about nine servings a day were being sold. More recently, nearly 2 billion servings have been enjoyed daily. I was the first product shown on the cover of Time Magazine, in 1950. My brands include Sprite, Fanta, Dasani, Smartwater, Vitaminwater, Barq’s, […]
Historic beach property, great investment opportunity
Discover a unique blend of history and natural beauty at the Fish House (two bedrooms, one bathroom) and Tree House (one bedroom, one bathroom flat) on Fort Myers Beach. The Fish House, crafted in 1928, stands as a testament to the area’s rich shrimp industry heritage, offering bay views and a connection to the past. In contrast, the Tree House […]
Experience a Rare Golf Destination at Saltleaf Golf Preserve in Bonita Springs
Situated within the expansive Saltleaf on Estero Bay coastal village, Saltleaf Golf Preserve stands out as one of the most unique golf destinations in the United States. Both the 18-hole championship course and more laid-back 9-hole short course are thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the natural landscape, providing a diverse range of ecosystems and environments to be enjoyed as you […]
The Stories WE TELL
New York Times bestselling author Nathan Hill to speak in Napleshat’s it like to share a couch with Oprah? “Unexpectedly fun,” says Neapolitan Nathan Hill. He sat next to Oprah on “CBS Mornings” when she announced his recent novel, “Wellness,” as her September Book Club selection. “If you had asked me two hours before I got on that couch,” says Hill, “I would’ve been really intimidated. When I was on […]