Ownership battles at U.S. Steel and TikTok due to acquisitions and potential buyers

From Nasdaq: 2025-01-22 11:47:00

In this podcast, Motley Fool analysts discuss the latest news on U.S. Steel acquisitions, CEO personality impacts on investments, and potential buyers for TikTok. Then, personal finance experts answer listener questions on financial advisors, stock trimming, and more.

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United States Steel faced a setback in its acquisition by Nippon Steel due to national security concerns. Cleveland-Cliffs teases an all-cash offer, causing US Steel shares to rise. CEO personality plays a role in investments, with Lourenco Goncalves leading Cleveland-Cliffs in a controversial manner.

TikTok faces potential sale with Elon Musk, Kevin O’Leary, and others showing interest. Chinese officials consider a sale to Musk, while O’Leary’s group Project Liberty offers a bid. The future buyer remains uncertain as the Supreme Court decision looms.

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