To gain a deeper understanding of the ownership structure of iQIYI, Inc. (NASDAQ:IQ) and the potential influence of different shareholders, it is essential to examine the details closely. The largest group of shareholders in the company, owning approximately 46% of the shares, are public companies. This means that they face the most significant upside potential as well as downside risk. After a 4.7% decrease in the stock price last week, public companies suffered the most losses, but institutions, who own 27% of the stock, also took a hit. Institutional investors commonly compare their returns to those of a commonly followed…

In recent years, enterprises have undergone a significant transformation by migrating to the cloud. However, as this trend has continued for over a decade, more sophisticated enterprises are now adopting true hybrid strategies to support business-critical data science initiatives and moving workloads from the cloud back to on-premises systems. Enterprises that haven’t started this process are already lagging behind. Initially, the cloud was mainly used by small startups and businesses seeking to move their collaboration services to a managed infrastructure due to limited resources for building and operating a physical infrastructure. Public cloud services enabled these customers to serve a…

Two stone shrines and a temple in the village of Bungmati, Nepal, above an ancient spring, were once home to a sandstone statue of Shreedhar Vishnu, flanked by Hindu goddess Laxmi and winged demigod Garuda. Crafted nearly a thousand years ago by master artisans, the statue was considered a protective figure and worshipped by locals. Tradition dictated that mustard oil be applied to the statue to aid safe childbirth. In the early 1980s, thieves stole the 20-inch statue, leaving the community in despair. A wealthy American collector donated the statue to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, where…

The aerospace and defense industries are two interrelated sectors that work together to develop and manufacture products for safe and efficient air travel and military operations. The aerospace industry is responsible for designing, producing, and operating aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and equipment. On the other hand, the defense industry focuses on developing and manufacturing military hardware and software such as weapons, vehicles, and communication systems. These industries have a long history dating back to the early 20th century when the Wright brothers made their first flight in 1903. Since then, aerospace technology has advanced significantly, creating a wide range…

The statistics reveal a significant increase in the number of businesses started by women. According to a survey by Gusto, a HR services company, 49% of new businesses started in 2021 were by women, compared to 28% in 2019. In 2020, 21.4% of all US businesses were owned by women, according to the US Census Bureau, which employed 10.9 million people. These figures indicate the growing presence of women in an area previously dominated by men. Choosing a business to start depends on various factors, such as market demand, low start-up costs, and flexibility. Here are some ideas for businesses…

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most popular cultural attractions in the city of Montreal, Canada. The museum features an impressive collection of artwork from various periods and styles, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. While the museum’s collection is undoubtedly stunning, some visitors may find the lack of narrative surrounding the objects to be somewhat disappointing. One of the museum’s strengths is its vast and diverse collection of objects. Visitors can see works of art from all over the world, spanning thousands of years of human history. From ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary Canadian paintings,…

Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the much-anticipated Loch Lomond Springfest. This two-day event will take place next month and promises to be a celebration of food, drink, and live music. After being cancelled last year due to the pandemic, the return of Springfest is a welcome sign of things returning to normal. The event will take place at Loch Lomond Shores, a popular visitor destination situated on the banks of Loch Lomond. It will feature a range of food and drink vendors, showcasing the very best of Scottish cuisine. Visitors can expect to find everything…

Lt. Danielle Salisbury of the SUNY Cortland University Police Department is receiving national recognition from 30×30 Women in Policing, a coalition of police leaders, researchers, and professional organizations seeking to advance the representation and experiences of women in policing in the United States. In an interview featured in the “From the Field” section of the 30×30 website, Salisbury discusses her motivation, dedication to policing, and advice for other women in the policing profession. The profile also highlights her recent contribution to Cortland’s campus: pride badges. Salisbury came up with the idea for SUNY’s first-ever embroidered uniform badges that show support…

Harbor Capital Advisors has completed the first mutual fund into an existing ETF merger in the industry. The Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund has been merged into the Harbor Scientific Alpha High-Yield ETF, enabling investors in the mutual fund to benefit from the liquidity and tax advantages of an ETF while also increasing the ETF’s assets by $117 million. The gross expense ratios for investors in the Harbor High Yield Bond Fund have decreased from 65 basis points to 48 basis points in the SIHY ETF. The actively managed SIHY ETF was launched in September 2021 and has accumulated $150 million…

Violent protests have erupted in multiple cities across Greece on Thursday following a strike called by transportation workers unions in response to a rail disaster that occurred in February. The protests, which were initially peaceful, turned violent around 3 pm when protesters reportedly threw Molotov cocktails and gasoline bombs at government buildings while chanting “this crime will not be forgotten”. Riot police were deployed and responded with tear gas and sound grenades to stop the protesters from causing further damage to government property. The transportation workers unions are demanding increased safety measures for their workers, who operate Greece’s largely outdated…