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The Star
21 hours ago
- General
- The Star
Shaping tomorrow's leaders in communication
Communication is the essence of human connection. It connects cultures, builds relationships and facilitates the expression of one's ideas clearly. It is essential for meaningful engagement in any context. But effective communication is more than just words—it encompasses adaptability, cultural awareness and empathy. These skills are nurtured through purposeful learning. At University of Cyberjaya (UoC), its Faculty of Psychology and Social Sciences offers three programmes that develop individuals in these components: Early Childhood Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) and Mass Communications. These programmes form a cohesive educational journey that shows how effective communication empowers individuals to contribute meaningfully to local and global communities. Building a child's foundation UoC's ECE programmes provide extensive practical experience through immersive internships and hands-on training in fully equipped educational settings. Compassionate educators are indispensable in a child's formative years. They create safe, supportive environments that encourage self-expression and build the confidence needed for strong communication skills. UoC's Early Childhood Education (ECE) Diploma and Degree programmes are designed to develop these educators through a holistic curriculum encompassing classroom simulations and real-world training such as internships. The curriculum ensures students develop skills such as leadership, problem-solving and effective teaching methods to help them tackle real-world challenges involving the learning of children. Bridging through language UoC's TESL programme combines linguistic theory with practical classroom teaching experiences to produce highly competent, culturally sensitive educators. English is central to much of daily communication, serving as a shared language that bridges cultures and enables the exchange of ideas—even when it is a second language for many. Mastering its nuances not only improves language skills but also deepens understanding of the people and cultures involved. But acquiring a second language can be challenging for some. Without support, it may limit one's ability to communicate effectively, leading to missed opportunities and strained relationships. UoC's Bachelor of Education (Honours) in TESL programme equips aspiring educators the skills to teach non-native speakers English with clarity, confidence and cultural sensitivity. With a robust curriculum covering linguistics, curriculum design, assessment and classroom management, the programme blends theory with practical teaching experiences to prepare graduates for careers in education, content development and translation, catering to the linguistic needs of people from various backgrounds. Voices that influence In a fast-paced, content-driven world, media is capable of reaching larger audiences with greater impact than ever – the ability to contribute to social dialogue, shape public perception and drive change beyond borders. UoC's Mass Communications programmes prepare students for careers in media, public relations, broadcasting and digital content to become global communicators with purpose. Taught by industry professionals, its curriculum combines practical training with strategic communication theory, cultivating media-savvy professionals who can lead in a dynamic global landscape. Students benefit from state-of-the-art multimedia labs and broadcast studios to gain hands-on learning experience. Discover your voice Explore UoC's campus and state-of-the-art facilities during its Open Day from June 14 to 15 or June 21 to 22. Begin your journey of becoming a skilled global communicator with UoC's programmes today. For more details, visit their official website or chat with their education counsellors via WhatsApp at 011-1112 3344 or email studywithus@ to learn more about scholarships and entry requirements.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
ETFs to Ride on Tesla's Renewed Growth Story
Despite weak quarterly earnings, Tesla TSLA has been riding higher on optimism over the launch of robotaxis and Musk's promise to refocus on his business (read: Should You Buy Tesla ETFs Post Q1 Earnings Miss?). Investors can capitalize on the potential growth with ETFs having a substantial allocation to this luxury carmaker. These include Simplify Volt TSLA Revolution ETF TESL, The Nightview Fund NITE, Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund XLY, Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF VCR and Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF FDIS. According to a Bloomberg report, Tesla plans to launch its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin, TX, on June 12. The news marks a key milestone in CEO Elon Musk's strategy to transition Tesla toward autonomous driving and artificial intelligence. The launch date is still tentative and subject to internal review but it aligns with Musk's earlier statements that the service would debut by the end of has successfully completed a driverless test drive of a Model Y SUV on public roads in Austin, marking a significant milestone as the company prepares to launch its robotaxi service. Elon Musk announced his departure from his advisory role in the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This move signals Musk's renewed focus on Tesla amid recent challenges. Investors are optimistic that his full attention will drive innovation and address the company's recent hurdles, including declining sales and production issues. Beyond electric vehicles, Tesla is investing heavily in AI and humanoid robotics—areas Elon Musk believes could redefine the company's future value. While these initiatives are promising, they remain highly speculative, and many investors are holding out for more concrete progress before fully committing. Tesla reported dismal first-quarter 2025 results, missing estimates for earnings and revenues. Adjusted earnings per share came in at 27 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 44 cents and deteriorating 71% from the year-ago earnings. This marked the sixth earnings miss in the last seven quarters. Revenues dropped 9% year over year to $19.3 billion and fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $20.98 billion. The big miss was attributable to the automaker's brand crisis amid waves of protests, boycotts and criminal acts in response to CEO Elon Musk's political antics and work in the Trump administration. Simplify Volt TSLA Revolution ETF (TESL) Simplify Volt TSLA Revolution ETF uses an active management strategy to capture the potential of Tesla's stock price movements while implementing an advanced options overlay to manage downside risks. It has an expense ratio of 1.20% and AUM of $31.9 million. TESL trades in volume of 34,000 shares per day on average (read: Best-Performing ETFs of Last Week). The Nightview Fund (NITE)The Nightview Fund is an actively managed fund seeking long-term capital appreciation with the goal of outperforming the S&P 500 Total Return Index over a rolling 5-year period. It holds 19 stocks in its basket, with Tesla occupying the top position at 22.2% of its assets. The Nightview Fund charges 1.25% in annual fees and trades in an average daily volume of 2,000 shares. It has accumulated $25 million in its asset Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY)Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund offers exposure to the broad consumer discretionary space by tracking the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector Index. Holding 51 securities in its basket, Tesla takes the second spot with 18.7% of the assets. Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund is the largest and most popular product in this space, with AUM of $21.7 billion and charges 8 bps in annual fees. It trades in an average daily volume of 3.5 million shares and has a Zacks ETF Rank #3 (Hold) with a Medium risk outlook (read: Consumer Confidence Surges in May: ETFs to Gain).Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF currently follows the MSCI US Investable Market Consumer Discretionary 25/50 Index and holds 292 stocks in its basket. Of these, Tesla occupies the second position with a 14.3% allocation. Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF charges investors 9 bps in annual fees, whereas volume is good at nearly 60,000 shares a day. The product has managed about $6 billion in its asset base and carries a Zacks ETF Rank #3 with a Medium risk MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS)Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF tracks the MSCI USA IMI Consumer Discretionary Index, holding 262 stocks in its basket. Of these, TSLA takes the second spot with a 14.7% share. Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF has amassed $1.8 billion in its asset base while trading in a good volume of around 165,000 shares a day on average. Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF charges 8 bps in annual fees from investors and has a Zacks ETF Rank #4 (Sell) with a Medium risk outlook. Tesla's robotaxi initiative is progressing more quickly than anticipated, with near-term testing and self-delivery milestones acting as catalysts. Combined with Musk's re-dedicated leadership and a long-term vision rooted in autonomy and AI, Tesla appears poised to solidify its position at the forefront of the next automotive revolution. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) : Free Stock Analysis Report Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLY): ETF Research Reports Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR): ETF Research Reports Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS): ETF Research Reports This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Leveraged Tesla ETFs Make Big Moves Amid Epic TSLA Stock Skid
Tesla Inc. (TSLA) is on a historic losing streak, falling for eight consecutive weeks—the longest in the company's history. Could this week make it nine in a row? While Tesla investors are licking their wounds, things are even worse for those holding leveraged Tesla ETFs. Shares of Tesla have lost half their value since peaking in December 2024, but the Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares (TSLL) has plummeted 80% during the same time frame. On the flip side, inverse Tesla ETFs have surged. The Tradr 2X Short TSLA Daily ETF (TSLQ) has nearly tripled since Tesla's peak, benefiting from the stock's downward trajectory. TSLL and TSLQ are the largest and third-largest Tesla-related ETFs in the U.S., respectively, with $2.9 billion and $324 million in assets under management. But they are just two of the 17 Tesla-related ETFs in the U.S., which collectively hold $4.8 billion in AUM. Including TSLL, five Tesla-focused ETFs offer various levels of leverage on the stock. On the inverse side, there are four ETFs designed to short Tesla at different magnitudes. Then, some ETFs employ covered call strategies on Tesla to generate income. The largest is the $840 million YieldMax TSLA Option Income ETF (TSLY), which has declined around 55% since Tesla's peak—slightly more than the stock itself. Using Tesla options to generate income has become a popular strategy, with five such ETFs currently listed in the U.S. One Tesla ETF taking a different approach is the Simplify Volt TSLA Revolution ETF (TESL), which uses options to 'manage downside risks.' However, that strategy hasn't provided much protection lately—TESL is down 53% since Tesla's peak, slightly worse than the stock itself. The following are two smaller, but intriguing, Tesla ETFs. Battleshares TSLA vs. F ETF (ELON): A pair trade that combines a 2x leveraged long position in Tesla with a 1x short position in Ford Motor (F). The fund, which launched a month ago, is already down 63%. STYKd 100% UBER & 100% TSLA ETF (ZIPP): This fund uses leverage to combine positions in both Tesla and Uber Technologies Inc. (UBER). It launched earlier this month and is already down 19%. Tesla's ongoing decline has put immense pressure on leveraged long ETFs while providing a windfall for inverse ETFs. With Tesla teetering on its ninth-straight week of losses, investors in these funds will be watching closely to see if the trend reverses—or if the selloff | © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved
