Hey Rebels! Let's dive into this week's issue to help you become smarter about money, investing and business in less than 10 minutes.
Weekly Intel
Stay current with top news from the business, money, and investing world.
Top Stories
🐦🔥Gotta cash them all: Pokémon cards are outpacing the S&P 500 as a new high-value investment. But Pikachoose wisely which cards you pull out of your basement - these pieces of shiny cardboard are being sold for thousands.
📱Nothing costs as good as skinny feels: Apple is introducing a slimmer “skinny” iPhone while maintaining its price points, absorbing increasing tariff and cost pressures rather than shifting them onto consumers.
🏠Want a $1 million home?: This is how much you need to make to buy a one-room condo in California or a mega mansion in West Virginia.
By the numbers
🤑52%: how many GenZ respondents have investment accounts (with another 20% planning to open one), according to a recent survey.
🍦$700 million: how much SharkNinja spends a year on targeted marketing, making sure you have that newest protein soft serve ice cream air fryer that TikTok is telling you to buy.
🥇24 hours: how long Oracle founder Larry Ellison was the wealthiest man in the world, until he bought a couple of Ninja Creamis and the new skinny iPhone.
The Financial Rebellion Way
Knowledge and action to help you achieve a life you desire.
“Take care of your finances, and your finances will take care of you.”
You’re the Main Character: Find Your WHY
Why do you want to be financially successful?
Do you want a less stressful life?
Do you want to start a business? A nonprofit? A new hobby?
Do you want a particular house, car, boat, or an incredibly talented newsletter writer?
Whatever it is, you need to create your WHY. Having a clear 'why' creates a long-term vision and drives short-term action.
Otherwise, you’re floating through life hoping that your dreams will happen.
Take some time and find your why.
Write it down.
And then make it happen.
You are the main character of your story, and it is a story that you get to write. Learn more with Financial Rebellion.
Markets - stocks and crypto
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Prices for the week ending September 5, 2025:
▲ S&P 500 | 6,584 | +1.34% |
▲ NASDAQ | 22,141 | +1.52% |
▲ GOLD | 3,686 | +1.69% |
▲ ORACLE (ORCL) | 292 | +23.09% |
▲ WARNER BROS (WBD) | 18.87 | +57.52% |
▲ BITCOIN (BTC) | 115,563 | +3.11% |
▲ ETHEREUM (ETH) | 4,637 | +7.64% |
Stock Moves
Looking out for the little guy: Klarna’s buy now pay later IPO emphasizes how banks and companies are making space for the individual investor (like me! Like you!), a shift from the past status quo.
Lights, camera, action: Warner Bros (WBD) had a blockbuster run worthy of an Oscar this last week, following reports that it was being targeted for acquisition by Paramount Skydance Corp.
It's a no from China: Nvidia stock falls after China regulator ruled they violated antitrust laws.
Crypto Moves
Seeing double: Gemini Space Station shares jumped 32.2% in their Nasdaq debut on Friday, giving the cryptocurrency exchange a valuation of $4.4 billion and capping a bright week for digital asset companies.
Virtual money, real estate: Crypto may soon be used to back mortgages, potentially opening up the possibility of home ownership to digital currency holders nationwide.
Guess who’s back back back: Bitcoin’s back, tell a friend. Bitcoin turned a corner this week, registering $1.7 billion in inflows.
Coming Soon: The Financial Rebellion investment portfolio. You will see where we invest our money via stocks, bonds, crypto and other opportunities.
Real Money Moves
Cassandra, 30 - Tampa, Florida
Each week, we feature a reader’s smartest and dumbest money moves. We’re all in this together; let’s learn from each other.
Best Money Move - A No Spend Year
“When money was tight after graduating college, my husband and I decided to have a 'no spend year,' where we didn’t buy anything unnecessary for a whole year.”
“We both had a little bit of online shopping withdrawals, and sometimes it was super hard not to say yes to every concert or vacation that popped up.”
“We found cheap and creative ways to have fun, and saved up enough money for a down payment on a condo! As un-sexy as it sounds, it ended up being a great year for our marriage and our bank account.”
Worst Money Move - Being Afraid of Investing
“Growing up in the recession, I’ve always been super scared of the stock market and the uncertainty of trading.”
“It took me a long time to realize that there are consistent and safe ways I can grow my money, like in the S&P 500 or even high-yield savings accounts.”
“I am slowly learning more about investing, but I wish I had gotten over my fears and started growing my wealth sooner!”
The bottom line: Every money move teaches you something — whether it builds your net worth or humbles your ego.
Got a story? Send it in. You might help someone dodge a mistake or make a smarter call.
Side Hustle Differently
Each week, we focus on money-making opportunities for a side hustle that may become a full-time hustle.
You’re the Protagonist
Protagonist, founded by Cameron Olds and Dallin Merrill, helps businesses clarify, differentiate, and maintain consistent messaging. Protagonist began as a videography side hustle in college and has evolved into a thriving business helping companies stand out and stay consistent.
What we can learn from them:
Building a business takes time, the ability to pivot, and the courage to launch before perfection
Fear is best overcome through action and “deep work”- time set aside to just put your head down and grind.
Start simple, test whether there’s a market for your idea, learn from feedback, and build gradually, while prioritizing family and support systems to stay grounded.
The Big Picture: Building your own business and becoming your own boss doesn't have to happen overnight, nor does it come at the expense of your lifestyle or relationships. If you have a good idea, don’t wait until it’s perfect - just put your head down and start.
Check out the Financial Rebellion podcast to learn about how to turn your passion into profit.
Word of the Week - IPO
What does IPO stand for?
Trusted Partners
Where you bank is a big deal. We are big fans of credit unions to help you become financially rebellious. Here are some of our current partners that we work with around the country, so you can get to know them and the value of becoming a member to help you achieve your financial goals and dreams.
Did you know the myths about credit unions versus banks? Debunked here.
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Todd Romer: Founder and Writer
Corinne Clarkson: Writer and Editor
Dallin Merrill: Editor
Disclaimer: The advice provided in Financial Rebellion is not considered to be financial or legal advice of any kind. It is your responsibility to dig deeper on any opinions or recommendations given.