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Tencent Video's decision to limit the number of devices that members can use to access their accounts is a bold move that aims to address the issue of account sharing head-on. By requiring users to authenticate their devices and restrict access to a set number, Tencent Video is sending a clear message that account sharing will no longer be tolerated on its platform. This policy change is likely to have a significant impact on how users interact with the service and could lead to a decrease in the prevalence of account sharing.
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday insisted at a meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump that any settlement with Russia after its invasion of Ukraine had to be "just", as fears grow in Kyiv on the position of the incoming administration. President Emmanuel Macron hosted three-way talks with Zelensky and Trump at the Elysee Palace, discussing what the incoming American president had termed a world that was a "little crazy". Hours after their meeting, the outgoing administration of President Joe Biden announced a new $988 million military assistance package for Ukraine. The package features drones, ammunition for precision HIMARS rocket launchers, and equipment and spare parts for artillery systems, tanks and armoured vehicles, the Pentagon said in a statement. Zelensky's meeting with Trump just before the three men headed to Notre Dame for the re-opening ceremony of the great Paris cathedral was his first face-to-face encounter with tycoon-turned-politician since his election victory. The meeting was of huge importance to Zelensky, given fears in Kyiv that Trump, who once boasted he could end Russia's war on Ukraine in 24 hours, may urge Ukraine to make concessions to Moscow. It also offered a unique chance for Macron to gain insights into how a second Trump presidency will look when he takes office in January. The trip to Paris is Trump's first international visit since his November 5 election win. "We all want peace. But it is very important for us... that the peace is just for all of us and that Russia, (Russian President Vladimir) Putin or any other aggressor has no possibility of ever returning," Zelensky said according to the presidential website. "And this is the most important thing -- a just peace and security guarantees, strong security guarantees for Ukraine," he added. Trump has scoffed at the billions of dollars in US military assistance to Ukraine and has spoken of forcing a quick settlement. But Zelensky also thanked Trump for his "unwavering resolve" describing the talks as "good and productive". Trump and Macron embraced and shook hands several times on the steps of the French presidential palace, with Trump given a full guard of honour despite not yet being in office. "It seems like the world is going a little crazy right now and we will be talking about that," Trump told reporters as he prepared to sit down for the talks with Macron. Despite tensions between the two men during his first term, Trump hailed his ties with the centrist French leader, saying: "We had a great relationship as everyone knows. We accomplished a lot." Macron told Trump it was "a great honour for French people to welcome you" for the re-opening ceremony at Notre Dame, which was devastated by a blaze in 2019 during Trump's first term. "You were president at that time and I remember the solidarity and the immediate reaction," Macron added, speaking in English. When he first took office in 2017, Trump's ties with Macron -- then also a fresh face on the world stage -- began warmly despite their obvious political differences. Their long and muscular handshakes -- which saw each man seek to assert his superiority -- became a light-hearted focus of attention before ties cooled, then soured, following disputes about climate change, trade and defence. Trump earlier wrote on his Truth Social platform that the United States should "not get involved" in the situation in Syria, where fast-moving rebel forces say they have begun to encircle the capital Damascus. The Republican's return to power has rung alarms in Paris and many European capitals after his promises on the campaign trail to force an end to fighting in Ukraine and levy tariffs on trading partners. In his own reaction to the discussions, Macron wrote on social media: "Let us continue our joint efforts for peace and security." European allies have largely enjoyed a close working relationship with Biden on the crisis in the Middle East, but Trump is likely to distance himself and ally the United States even more closely with Israel. In a sign of the importance of Trump's one-day trip to Paris, he was accompanied by his pick for White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles, as well as his Near East and Middle East advisors, Steve Witkoff and Massad Boulos, according to a guest list issued by the Elysee Palace. Tesla tycoon and Trump advisor Elon Musk, who was also on the line during a phone call between the incoming president and Zelensky last month, also flew into the French capital was present at the Notre Dame ceremony. sjw/adp/jjIn conclusion, the property dispute within the Zhang family has exposed the fragility of familial relationships and the complexities of property rights in China. As the legal battle rages on, it is clear that the consequences of transferring property within families can have far-reaching implications that extend beyond financial considerations. The Zhang family's struggle serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of clarity, transparency, and mutual respect in all family arrangements involving property ownership.
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The woman's current state of being has drawn significant attention from both local authorities and the public. Concerns have been raised about her mental and physical health, as well as her freedom of movement and choice. Efforts are being made to ascertain the truth of the matter and ensure that she is given the necessary support and assistance.PM Images Performance Review US equities collectively advanced during the third quarter of 2024. The S&P 500 ( SPY ) and Dow Jones Industrial Average ( DJI ) both reached new highs multiple times in September, while the NASDAQ Composite Index struggled to return to its record high posted in early July. After bouncing back from a rocky market environment in July, when many investors rotated away from large-capitalization technology-related stocks, US equities declined again in early August as investors worried about a potential recession with the releases of weaker-than-expected July employment and manufacturing reports. However, generally solid economic data and corporate earnings reports, along with continued cooling in the annual inflation rate, eased investor concerns. In September, a rate cut from the US Federal Reserve (Fed) further bolstered US stocks. Against this backdrop, 10 out of the 11 S&P 500 sectors traded higher, with energy the only decliner. Small- and mid-cap stocks outperformed large-cap equities. As it implemented its first rate cut in more than four years and reduced the federal funds target rate by 50 basis points (bps), the Fed noted in a statement that it believes inflation is proceeding sustainably toward its 2% target. The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, the core personal consumption expenditures price index, ticked higher in August after reaching the lowest rate in more than three years in June and July, while staying above the Fed’s target. The US labor market continued to soften but remained resilient; the unemployment rate edged lower in August after rising in July to the highest level since October 2021, job gains weakened in July but improved somewhat in August, and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ preliminary annual revision substantially reduced the job gains for the 12 months through March 2024. US gross domestic product expanded in 2024’s second quarter at a significantly faster annualized rate than in the prior quarter, driven largely by growth in consumer spending, inventory investment, and business investment. Quarterly Key Performance Drivers Equity Holdings Equity Sectors Fixed Income Holdings Fixed Income Sectors/Industries HELPED Lockheed Martin ( LMT ) Utilities US Treasuries (USTs) USTs NextEra Energy ( NEE ) Health Care CommScope Holding ( COMM ) Health Care Home Depot ( HD ) Industrials Community Health Systems ( CYH ) Information Technology (IT) HURT Chevron ( CVX ) Energy — — Intel ( INTC ) — — — Merck & Co. ( MRK ) — — — Click to enlarge The 10-year UST note’s yield decreased 62 bps during the quarter, reaching 3.78% by period-end. The strategy’s fixed income allocation decreased to roughly 56% of the portfolio by quarter-end and contributed to absolute returns. During the period, fixed income returns were driven by USTs, along with the health care and IT sectors. Within these respective sectors, returns were led by Community Health Systems and CommScope Holding. No fixed income sectors or individual issuers detracted meaningfully from the strategy’s absolute returns for the quarter. The strategy’s equity allocation increased to 41% of the portfolio by the end of the quarter. Stocks contributed to absolute returns, driven by the utilities, health care and industrials sectors. NextEra Energy added value within utilities, while Lockheed Martin contributed within industrials. Home Depot also assisted returns within the consumer discretionary sector. In contrast, the energy sector detracted from the strategy’s absolute returns. On an individual issuer basis, Chevron hindered returns within energy, while Intel detracted within IT. Merck & Co. also weakened returns within the health care sector. Outlook & Strategy Economy: The economic growth outlook has been a major area of focus for the fund, as central banks around the world have pivoted toward easing monetary policy after two years of aggressive tightening to combat elevated inflation. The US economy remains resilient, largely driven by strong consumer spending on both goods and services, and while the labor market has incrementally cooled, unemployment levels are still low on a historical basis. With inflation viewed as anchored and following signs of some labor market softening, the Fed announced a 50-bp rate cut at its September 2024 meeting, which has been a positive catalyst for markets and has improved investor sentiment. We continue to monitor financial conditions as a leading indicator of future economic performance and Fed policy. Equities: Following two years of narrow market breadth, we have started to see a broadening out of market leadership over the last quarter. While index level valuations are still elevated, opportunities are starting to present themselves below the index levels, which we feel favors active management. We have found select opportunities within the consumer discretionary, industrials and materials sectors. We remain selective in engaging with equities, given current valuations in some sectors, as markets digest the effects of monetary policy, the shape of the yield curve and geopolitical risks. As income-focused investors, our asset allocation mix is driven primarily by bottom-up security selection, with a focus on company fundamentals as opposed to the direction of the broader equity market. While the capital return story differs by sector, our holdings are focused on businesses that show an ability to support attractive dividend yields and grow them over time. Treasuries/Government-Backed Bonds: With the Fed starting an interest-rate cutting cycle, the front end of the yield curve has declined. The intermediate part of the yield curve has seen less volatility as the outlook for deficit spending, as well as longer-term economic growth and inflation expectations, has had an impact on the belly of the yield curve. Government securities continue to provide an attractive investment opportunity, in our view, as yields remain elevated based on recent history. We believe they continue to offer good diversification potential and can serve as a ballast to help hedge portfolios during market volatility. Investment-Grade Corporate Bonds: We retain a balanced view of the corporate investment-grade sector as the attractiveness of higher-quality assets has increased over the past 18 months. While absolute yield levels are still attractive for an income-generating strategy, credit spreads have contracted materially over the past year, which has marginally decreased the attractiveness of investment-grade corporate bonds, in our assessment. High-Yield Corporate Bonds: While the high-yield market offers attractive yields, we remain balanced and selective due to the potential for higher refinancing costs impacting companies’ fundamentals. The potential for growth deceleration necessitates a vigilant approach to security selection within our high-yield portfolio, so our preference continues to be companies that have a greater degree of flexibility to deal with upcoming maturities. Product Details 1 Inception Date 06/30/2019 Benchmark Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index S&P 500 Index Click to enlarge Performance Data 2,3 Average Annual Total Returns (USD %) 3 Mths YTD 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years Since Inception (06/30/2019) Franklin Income SMA - Pure GROSS 6.71 9.81 18.08 6.73 9.08 9.10 Franklin Income SMA - NET 5.94 7.42 14.68 3.63 5.91 5.94 Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index 7.39 11.22 19.84 5.22 5.95 6.18 S&P 500 Index 5.89 22.08 36.35 11.91 15.97 15.52 Click to enlarge Calendar Year Returns (USD %) 2023 2022 2021 2020 Franklin Income SMA - Pure GROSS 8.73 -4.33 18.62 9.01 Franklin Income SMA - NET 5.58 -7.14 15.21 5.85 Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index 8.28 -8.00 11.44 4.62 S&P 500 Index 26.29 -18.11 28.71 18.40 The strategy returns shown are preliminary composite returns, subject to future revision (downward or upward). Please visit Mutual Funds | ETFs | Insights for the latest performance figures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. An investment in this strategy can lose value. Periods less than one year are not annualized. Performance results are for the Franklin Income SMA which includes all actual, fully discretionary accounts with substantially similar investment policies and objectives managed to the composite’s investment strategy. Composite returns are stated in U.S. dollars and assume reinvestment of any dividends, interest income, capital gains, or other earnings. The composite may include account(s) that are gross of fees and pure gross of fees. “Pure” gross-of-fee returns do not reflect the deduction of any expenses, including transaction costs. A traditional (or “true”) gross-of-fee return reflects performance after the reduction of transaction costs but before the reduction of the investment advisory fee. The gross-of-fee return may include a blend of “true” gross-of-fee returns for non-wrap accounts and “pure” gross-of-fee returns for wrap accounts. Net-of-fee returns is reduced by a model “wrap fee” which includes trading expenses as well as investment management, administrative and custodial fees. The model wrap fee used represents the highest anticipated wrap fee applicable to the strategy. Actual fees and account minimums may vary. Click to enlarge Footnotes : 1. A composite is an aggregation of one or more portfolios into a single group that represents a particular investment objective or strategy. The composite return is the asset-weighted average of the performance results of all the fully discretionary portfolios in the composite. The composite return information provided herein includes the returns of Franklin Separately Managed Accounts, high-net- worth individual and institutional client portfolios and with respect to any periods prior to the inception of Franklin Separately Managed Accounts, reflects the performance of any such other portfolios. 2. Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index +25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index is equivalent to Custom Franklin Income Strategy Benchmark. 3. Source for Index: FactSet. Indexes are unmanaged, and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. Important Information The information contained in this piece is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding the market and any industry, sector, security or portfolio. Statements of fact cited by the manager have been obtained from sources considered reliable but no representation is made as to their completeness or accuracy. Because market and economic conditions are subject to rapid change, opinions provided are valid only as of the date of the material, and are subject to change without notice. The manager’s opinions are intended solely to provide insight into how the manager analyzes securities, may differ from that of other affiliated managers, and are not a recommendation or individual investment advice for any particular security, strategy or investment product. Any securities discussed may not represent an account’s entire portfolio and in the aggregate may represent a small percentage of an account’s portfolio holdings. There is no assurance that any such securities will remain in an account’s portfolio, or that securities sold have not been repurchased. It should not be assumed that any securities transactions discussed were or will prove to be profitable. The information provided should not be considered a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any particular security. All indexes are unmanaged and cannot accommodate direct investment. Investors should review their investment objectives, risk tolerance and liquidity needs before choosing a manager. There is no guarantee that investment strategies will work under all market conditions, and investors should evaluate their ability to invest for the long term, especially during periods of market downturns. Past performance is not an indicator or guarantee of future performance. Franklin Separately Managed Accounts claims compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®). GIPS® is a registered trademark of CFA Institute. CFA Institute does not endorse or promote this organisation, nor does it warrant the accuracy or quality of the content contained herein. Franklin (the “Firm”) is a global investment management group that manages equity, fixed income, balanced accounts, REIT funds, private funds, multi- asset strategies, fund-of-fund portfolios, risk premia strategies, ETFs, GCC fixed income and Sukuk strategies for institutional, retail, and sub-advised clients. For multi-asset strategies and fund-of-fund portfolios, the Firm may invest in various investment strategies advised by registered investment advisory entities within Franklin Resources, Inc. or unaffiliated investment managers. The Firm includes Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions which integrates Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions and QS Investors, Franklin Mutual Advisers, Franklin ETF and Franklin Venture Partners in addition to Franklin Equity Group, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Group, and Templeton Global Macro. The Firm is comprised of individuals representing various registered investment advisories of Franklin Resources, Inc., a global investment organization operating as Franklin Templeton. Separately Managed Accounts (SMAS) are investment services provided by Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (FTPPG), a federally registered investment advisor. Client portfolios are managed based on investment instructions or advice provided by affiliated subadvisors of Franklin Templeton. Management is implemented by FTPPG, the designated subadvisor or, in the case of certain programs, the program sponsor or its designee. Franklin Income SMA Composite consists of all fully discretionary portfolios with an investment objective that seeks to maximize income while maintaining prospects for capital appreciation. The composite may include wrap fee accounts that pay a fully bundled fee (which includes trading expenses, administrative, custodial and investment management fees charged together as a percentage of the portfolio’s assets) and non-wrap accounts that only pay an investment management fee to Franklin. The portfolio will invest in equity and fixed income securities and Completion Portfolios (no-fee mutual funds) sub-advised by Franklin Advisers, Inc. The Equity Completion Portfolio may include common and preferred stock, equity linked notes, non- USD equities, equity derivatives. Through the Equity Completion Portfolio, the funds may purchase or write option contracts in order to manage equity price risk and may also invest in equity-linked securities. Equity-linked securities are hybrid financial instruments that generally combine both debt and equity characteristics into a single note form. The Fixed Income Completion Portfolio may include high yield bonds, bank loans, mortgage and asset backed securities, non-USD bonds, fixed income derivatives. Through the Fixed Income Completion Portfolio, the fund may invest in high yield corporate bonds that are below investment grade (rated lower than BBB). The Custom Franklin Income Strategy Benchmark is equivalent to the Blended 50% MSCI USD High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg US High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index. The primary benchmark for the composite is a custom benchmark of 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index (USA High Div Yield) + 25% Bloomberg U.S. High Yield Very Liquid Index (High Yield Very Liquid) + 25% Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Index (US Agg Index). The MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index is designed to reflect the performance of mid- and large-cap equities (excluding REITs) with higher dividend income, which is sustainable and persistent, than average dividend yields of securities in the MSCI USA Index, its parent index. The Bloomberg U.S. High Yield Very Liquid Index is a component of the U.S. Corporate High Yield Index designed to track a more liquid component of the USD-denominated, high yield, fixed-rate corporate bond market. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Index is a market value weighted fixed income index comprised of investment grade government, corporate, mortgage pass-through and asset-backed securities that are SEC registered, taxable, dollar denominated and fixed rate. The benchmark is rebalanced monthly. The secondary benchmark for the composite is the S&P 500 Index, which is a float-adjusted market capitalization weighted equity index comprised of securities of large cap U.S. companies. All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. The allocation of assets among different strategies, asset classes and investments may not prove beneficial or produce the desired results. Fixed income securities involve interest rate, credit, inflation and reinvestment risks, and possible loss of principal. As interest rates rise, the value of fixed income securities falls. Dividends may fluctuate and are not guaranteed, and a company may reduce or eliminate its dividend at any time. Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. Investments in equity-linked notes often have risks similar to their underlying securities, which could include management risk, market risk and, as applicable, foreign securities and currency risks. Low-rated, high-yield bonds are subject to greater price volatility, illiquidity and possibility of default. Active management does not ensure gains or protect against market declines. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets . The investment style may become out of favor, which may have a negative impact on performance. The manager may consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria in the research or investment process; however, ESG considerations may not be a determinative factor in security selection. In addition, the manager may not assess every investment for ESG criteria, and not every ESG factor may be identified or evaluated. For fee schedules, contact your financial professional, or if you enter into an agreement directly with Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (“FTPPG”), refer to FTPPG’s Form ADV Part 2A disclosure document. Management and performance of individual accounts may vary for reasons that include the existence of different implementation practices and model requirements in different investment programs. To obtain specific information on available products and services or a GIPS Report, contact your Franklin Templeton separately managed account sales team at (800) DIAL BEN/342-5236. Source: FactSet. MSCI makes no warranties and shall have no liability with respect to any MSCI data reproduced herein. No further redistribution or use is permitted. This report is not prepared or endorsed by MSCI. Indexes are unmanaged, and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute. Source: FactSet. Important data provider notices and terms available at www.franklintempletondatasources.com. These materials are being provided for illustrative and informational purposes only. The information contained herein is obtained from multiple sources that are believed to be reliable. However, such information has not been verified, and may be different from the information included in documents and materials created by the sponsor firm in whose investment program a client participates. Some sponsor firms may require that these materials be preceded or accompanied by investment profiles or other documents or materials prepared by such sponsor firms, which will be provided upon a client’s request. For additional information, documents and/or materials, please speak to your Financial Professional or contact your sponsor firm. Franklin Templeton (FT) is not undertaking to provide impartial advice. Nothing herein is intended to provide fiduciary advice. FT has a financial interest. Click to enlarge Original Post Editor's Note: The summary bullets for this article were chosen by Seeking Alpha editors.
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