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HEADLINES ON April 8, 1989
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- Headline: Exploring the Sounds of Future Dystopia. Impact: Little did the filmmakers know that all those grunts and roars would inspire countless memes and a new genre of ASMR videos. Imagine a future where people find comfort in the sounds of urban chaos. Thanks, cinema!. Fact: Did you know that 'grunts, roars, and screams' is also the sound of my inner monologue during a family dinner?.
- Headline: Nacco Industries Acquires Hyster Company. Impact: Nacco's acquisition of Hyster set off a chain reaction of mergers and acquisitions that would eventually lead to a world where forklifts are revered as the unsung heroes of industrial efficiency. Bow down to your heavy-lifting overlords!. Fact: Did you know that 'Hyster' is just a fancy way of saying 'the sound I make when I realize I forgot my lunch'?.
- Headline: Your Money; Betting on Future Of Interest Rates. Impact: This article's examination of interest rates helped kick off a never-ending cycle of financial advisors using jargon to confuse people into thinking they need their services. Thanks for the economic anxiety, guys!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing less predictable than interest rates is my ability to stick to a budget. It's a real talent!.
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AAPL
Apple
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 1989, it would be worth $971,793 today (971.8x return)
MSFT
Microsoft
Microsoft - If you invested $1,000 in 1989, it would be worth $2,127,569 today (2127.6x return)