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Nvidia stock falls as China reportedly restricts imports of H200 chips
Nvidia (NVDA) stock sank roughly 2% in early trading Wednesday after Reuters reported that Chinese authorities have instructed customs agents to ban the entrance of the tech giant’s H200 AI chips into the country. The drop in share price outpaced the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite’s (^IXIC) 1% decline as stocks slid across the board. The US…
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Crescent Energy (CRGY) Receives New Analyst Attention Amid Fresh Notes Issuance
Artificial intelligence is the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime. The time to invest in groundbreaking AI is now, and this stock is a steal! AI is eating the world—and the machines behind it are ravenous. Each ChatGPT query, each model update, each robotic breakthrough consumes massive amounts of energy. In fact, AI is already…
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NASDAQ Index, S&P 500 and Dow Jones Forecasts – US Indices Continue to See Choppiness
Dow Jones 30 Technical Analysis The Dow Jones 30 sits just above the 49,000 level as I record this video, and it looks like it is going to continue to see interest in this area, as it was previously resistance, and now is offering support. Even if we did break down below there, the 48,000…
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Warren Buffett said he would have spent $100 billion without blinking — and cash is like 'oxygen' but 'not a good asset'
Warren Buffett wasn’t thrilled about Berkshire Hathaway holding so much cash, and would have happily spent $100 billion on the right opportunity. The famed investor voiced his frustrations to CNBC in an interview last May, which aired Tuesday night during a two-hour special titled “Warren Buffett: A Life and Legacy.” Buffett, who recently stepped down…
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US retail sales rise 0.6% in November, signalling strong consumer spending
Solid consumer spending keeps growth resilient, but rising producer inflation complicates Fed rate-cut outlook U.S. retail sales grew 0.6 per cent month-on-month in November, beating market expectations and signalling solid consumer demand, data from the U.S. Census Bureau showed on Wednesday. The retail sales report tracks how much consumers are spending and serves as a…
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Federal job cuts leave seniors struggling to access Social Security help
One year after a much‑publicized purge of federal workers, critics say the consequences are becoming more visible, especially for the nation’s seniors. “It’s very concerning,” said Kenneth Williams. “If you think about it, even though they’re not changing the law. If you take away the infrastructure that people need to access the benefits, that’s going…
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Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slide amid upbeat bank earnings, Iran fears
US stock futures retreated on Wednesday as more big bank earnings rolled in, with investors on watch for fresh inflation data, a potential Supreme Court ruling on US tariffs, and signs of potential US military action on Iran. Contracts on the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 (NQ=F) slid 0.6%, while those on the S&P 500 (ES=F) fell…
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Why These Energy Stocks are Gaining This Week
Artificial intelligence is the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime. The time to invest in groundbreaking AI is now, and this stock is a steal! AI is eating the world—and the machines behind it are ravenous. Each ChatGPT query, each model update, each robotic breakthrough consumes massive amounts of energy. In fact, AI is already…
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Social Security checks go out this week. Here are the changes for 2026
If you are among the more than 70 million Americans who will receive Social Security benefits in 2026, there are several changes to the program that will impact your payments. Among the key adjustments are increases in monthly payments as well as Medicare Part B premiums, and higher income limits for those working while receiving…
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Looking for Steady Retirement Income? These Overlooked Tools Could Be the Key to Your Financial Security
Key Takeaways According to a 2025 study, 93% of workers want 401(k) plans to offer lifetime income options. Still, lifetime income can come from sources like Social Security, pensions, annuities, and thoughtfully planned withdrawal strategies using bonds, investments, or income-focused funds. A sustainable withdrawal strategy also involves thinking about spending needs and tax implications, as…
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