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Truth Social owner Trump Media becomes first company listed on NYSE Texas — handing early win to exchange
Trump Media & Technology Group said on Monday it has become the first company to be listed on NYSE Texas, handing an early boost to the exchange as it gears up for fierce competition in the Lone Star state.
The company, which operates Truth Social and is primarily owned by President Trump, said it will also list its warrants on the Texas exchange. Its primary listing, however, will remain on the Nasdaq.
The move could bolster Intercontinental Exchange-owned NYSE, which on Monday became the first exchange to operate in Texas.
The state is home to the largest number of companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange, with a combined market value of over $3.7 trillion, and is now seeing rising competition for market dominance among stock exchanges.
NYSE will have to contend with rival Nasdaq, which promised to open a regional headquarters in the state earlier this month, and the Texas Stock Exchange, a venture backed by heavyweights including BlackRock and Citadel Securities.
The Texas Stock Exchange submitted paperwork in January to operate as a national securities exchange, and is eyeing a launch in 2026.
“This listing, alongside our plans to reincorporate in Florida, shows we’re part of a growing movement to take our business to states that value free enterprise and personal freedom,” said Trump Media CEO Devin Nunes.
Trump Media is a popular stock on retail trading forums and has often seen wild bouts of volatility in the past, such as around the election in November.
Securing the listing is a major win for the NYSE, but some consider the move “symbolic” – a perception that the exchange will likely need to change, while also strengthening liquidity.
Still, the growing competition between listing venues could strengthen the state’s emergence as a financial hub and a challenger to New York.
“The Texas business-friendly environment — lack of all the political issues and a stronger focus on what business should be — has a really unique position,” said Derek Wilson, co-founder of Dallas Opportunity Partners, an investor in the Texas Stock Exchange.
The announcement came on the heels of a filing late on Friday that BlackRock’s iShares division has filed for SEC approval to launch a Texas-focused exchange traded fund. The asset management giant did not disclose the exchange on which it proposes to list the ETF.
The fund will invest in stocks of companies headquartered in Texas that make up the Russell Texas Equity Index, a subset of the Russell 3000 index Unless regulators block or delay the offering, it could begin trading by early June.
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Rainbow Trout swim their way back to Texas waterways
With the temperatures starting to change in South Texas, it only means one thing: Trout season has arrived.
The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is restocking the Texas waterways with thousands of Rainbow Trout. The plan is to stock over 335,000 trout from November through March 6.
This is an annual schedule, and they plan to distribute trout across various waterways. You can find the full stocking schedule, including where and how much, on their website.
The size of the lake, river, or even pond, and how much water is in it, defines how many trout can be placed. Less water means fewer trout, but it also means the water can warm up more quickly.
Known for their skin shimmering like a rainbow in the sun, they are a cold-water species that does best when oxygen-rich water temperatures stay between 40 and 60 degrees. Once water warms into the 70s, trout become stressed, which is why trout fishing in Texas is limited to cooler months.
Thermometers that use infrared technology to read surface temperatures are convenient. However, depending on the stream, the temperature can be significantly different below the surface. That’s why a traditional thermometer for some fishers is an oldie but a goodie.
REMINDERS:
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The state of Texas does not require a fishing license for anyone under the age of 17
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Adults must have a freshwater fishing endorsement on their license
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Anglers can enjoy complementary fishing without a license in a Texas state park from a bank, dock or pier
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Anyone planning a trip to a state park is recommended to reserve a day pass in advance, which can be reserved online or over the phone by calling (512) 389-8900
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A 13 pound North Texas newborn has a lot of love, with a lot to love
One of North Texas’ newest residents, Canyon Cooper Smith, has been here for just about three weeks. But the 13 lb. newborn already has a lot of nicknames.
“We call him our squishy a lot. Big boy. Somebody called him the Grand Canyon. Supa Kupa. Chunkmeister,” said Arlington mom Markie Smith. “Yeah he’s hefty, he’s solid.”
His size was just a bit of a shock to Mom when he was born.
“We were expecting him to be about 10 lbs. When he came out, and they said 12, I did not believe them,” said Smith, “and they were like, ‘He’s huge,’ and he was screaming. They were holding him up like this, and it was just rolls. That’s all I could see. Just bright red mad and rolls.”
Joshua photographer Kim Fain has been taking newborn photos for more than a decade.
“This is the biggest baby I’ve ever had. Chunk,” said Fain.
You probably didn’t know, but just a few pounds can make a big difference when photographing a baby.
“Yeah, my wrists will hurt tomorrow, said Fain. “You can definitely tell the difference between a six-pound baby and a 10-pound baby. Add three or four more pounds; he’s over 13 pounds now.”
However, there is no confusion; Canyon is a fan favorite around here.
“From the moment he’s arrived, he’s just changed… I mean, look at all this hoopla over him,” said Smith.
Canyon is a big baby who’s going to get a whole lot of love. And possibly, a scholarship.
“I’ve been jokingly shouting out ‘Jerry Jones’ because, you know,” said Smith.
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