10 Thursday AM Reads
Renewable energy has surpassed coal as the leading source of global power, marking a historic shift in the energy landscape. Meanwhile, Chinese electric vehicles are gaining attention in the U.S. through Mexican dealers, and advancements in robotics suggest a transformative moment akin to the rise of generative AI. Other topics include retirement happiness factors, geopolitical tensions involving Iran's uranium stockpile, King Charles's address on NATO and Ukraine, and rising movie ticket prices despite industry pushback.
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10 Thursday AM Reads April 30, 2026 6:30am by Barry Ritholtz My morning train WFH reads: • Renewable energy just broke a 100-year-old streak Coal’s century at the top of the world’s power mix is over. (Vox) • I Just Drove a $10,000 Chinese EV and It Didn’t Suck: Geely’s EX2 is the hottest car in the Chinese market, and for good reason from what we could tell. (Motor Trend) see also The U.S. Wants to Ban China’s High-Tech Cars, but They’re Already Here in El Paso: Mexican dealers are selling cutting-edge Chinese cars that U.S. consumers can’t buy. Americans are warming to the idea of them. (Wall Street Journal) • 8 Secrets for a Happy Retirement: People save for decades to fund a comfortable retirement, but a high net worth isn’t the only key to enjoying your golden years.
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