Spotify’s stock price has been on a promising upswing, with analysts setting ambitious targets as shares edge near $400. The last time SPOT approached this mark was in early 2021, fueled by high-profile content deals, but concerns over profitability and market pressures pulled it down to the $70s in 2022. Under CEO Daniel Ek’s direction, Spotify shifted focus to profitability, cutting unnecessary expenditures. Analysts are optimistic, with targets ranging up to $490 from firms like Morgan Stanley and Deutsche Bank, driven by projected subscriber growth, podcasting, and ad revenue.
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Uber Launches Private Helicopter and Free Boat Rides Along Italy’s Amalfi Coast
Say “hello!” to Italy from a personal heli or “buongiorno!” from a private boat. Uber’s latest installment of their “Go Anywhere” program brings Uber Boat and Uber Copter to Italy’s Amalfi Coast this summer. Every Saturday and Sunday from July 26 through Aug. 24, travelers can charter a private boat or helicopter to see the über-popular European destination. Visitors can start reserving their trips on Wednesday, June 25, and can book a minimum of 48 hours ahead of any expedition. For those se
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DHL Halts High-Value U.S. Deliveries Over Tariffs
DHL Express is suspending deliveries to the US worth more than $800 (£603) because of a "significant increase" in red tape at customs following the introduction of Donald Trump's new tariff regime. The delivery giant said it will temporarily stop shipments from companies in all countries to American consumers on Monday "until further notice". It added that business-to-business shipments will still go ahead, "though they may also face delays". Previously, packages worth up to $2,500 could ente
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Beyoncé Wins First Emmy for Netflix’s ‘Beyoncé Bowl’ After 10 Nominations
Beyoncé has reached a defining milestone in her career, winning her first Emmy Award for the Netflix special “Beyoncé Bowl” after a decade of nominations. The honor brings her one step closer to the elusive EGOT distinction, reserved for artists who have claimed an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. On August 12, 2024, she received the Emmy for Outstanding Costumes for Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Programming, celebrating the collaborative work of costume designers Shiona Turini, Erica Rice, and
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Eric the Jeweler Brings the Frost to Drake’s New ‘ICEMAN’ Chain
Drake has once again proven he’s the top dog, unveiling a dazzling new custom “ICEMAN” chain, a custom piece that serves as the latest clue for his highly anticipated ninth studio album. Designed by renowned jeweler Eric Mavani aka Eric the Jeweler, the piece is a chunky, diamond-loaded creation that is perfectly on-theme with the artist’s current narrative. The chain is far more than a simple accessory; it’s a physical representation of the creative direction Drake is taking for his next proj
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez Announce their Engagement
Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese footballer, is set to tie the knot with Georgina Rodriguez, his longtime partner. Georgina took to her Instagram page on Monday to share a picture showing her engagement ring as she placed her hand on Ronaldo’s. Alongside the romantic snapshot, she wrote in Spanish: “Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives”. The oval-shaped diamond ring is reported to be weighing around 35 carat. View this post on Instagram A post shared by New Dope (@newdopehq) The 4
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