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MARKETS
Red Day on Wall Street: NASDAQ and Bitcoin Lead the Drop
Tech and crypto took the biggest hit, showing investors are still nervous about high valuations and global uncertainty.
Data from Google Finance
Musk’s $1 Trillion - Pay Approved
Tesla investors are going all in on Elon Musk.
Tesla shareholders just approved a record-breaking pay deal for Elon Musk, one that could make him the first trillionaire in history.
The package is entirely performance-based, meaning Musk only gets paid if Tesla hits massive milestones, like producing 20 million EVs, launching robo taxis, and hitting an $8.5 trillion market cap.
Value Coach Takeaway
Tesla investors are betting on performance, ownership, and execution.
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ECONOMY
Tylenol sold for $49 billion deal?
Tylenol maker Kenvue Inc. to be acquired by Kimberly‑Clark Corporation in landmark deal amid legal and public-health controversies
The move unites some of the world’s biggest household brands under one roof, but it comes amid controversy. Kenvue faces ongoing lawsuits over claims linking acetaminophen (Tylenol’s ingredient) to autism, which experts say remain unproven.
Despite the noise, Kimberly-Clark says the deal will create a global health-and-wellness powerhouse with over $30 billion in annual revenue.
FRANCHISE OF THE WEEK
JAN-PRO: The Cleaning Franchise Deep Dive
Founded: 1991, Rhode Island
Locations: 10,000+ worldwide (over 500 in Canada)
Franchise Fee: $3,000–$60,000 (depending on business size)
Total Investment: $5,000–$75,000
Royalties: 10% + 5% management
Why it stands out:
Offers commercial cleaning contracts for offices, clinics, gyms, and retail locations.
Recession-resistant industry, cleaning and sanitation are always in demand.
The franchisor manages client acquisition, billing, and training, allowing franchisees to focus on service delivery.
Scalable model, start small and expand into a regional operation over time.
Value Coach Tip:
JAN-PRO is ideal for first-time entrepreneurs or those seeking stable monthly income. The key to success lies in building long-term B2B contracts and maintaining exceptional reliability consistent service quality leads to renewals, referrals, and multi-location deals.
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