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Gox, the Japanese bitcoin exchange that collapsed into bankruptcy a decade ago, on Friday said that the company has begun to make payments in bitcoin and in bitcoin cash to some of its creditors. After declaring bankruptcy, 140,000 of the missing bitcoin were recovered — which means that roughly $9 billion worth of bitcoin will be returned to owners, in today's prices. Gox, Arkham Intelligence said Friday. Gox users, according to Arkham. A further $63.6 million of bitcoin was sent to an unknown counterparty, which Arkham said was "likely a listed repayments exchange."

Persons: Thomas Trutschel, Gox, bitcoin, Arkham Organizations: Photothek, Arkham Intelligence Locations: Mt, Gox, bitcoin, Tokyo, Arkham

You'll need a VPN to access free France vs. Portugal live stream options outside their original broadcast country. How to watch free France vs. Portugal live streams from anywhereWith a quick and easy workaround, you can catch all Euro 2024 action for free, including France vs. Portugal today. ET / 8 p.m. BST / 3 a.m. AWSTWhere to watch France vs. Portugal in the USAFox/FS1 has picked up the rights to all remaining games in the USA, including France vs. Portugal. BBC specifically has the free France vs. Portugal live stream today. Where to watch France vs. Portugal in AustraliaOptus Sport, a paid streaming service, exclusively holds all the Euro 2024 live streams in Australia.

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☆ Biden's first post-debate interview could ultimately decide his fate
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-05 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In today's big story, we're looking at the mounting pressure President Joe Biden is facing to forgo his reelection campaign . The Clash's 1982 hit could be President Joe Biden's anthem these days as rumors swirl about his reelection bid. Under campaign finance law, the VP is the only candidate who can easily inherit the hundreds of millions of dollars raised by Biden's campaign . Patrick Semansky/AP Photo; BIBiden's first post-debate interview could ultimately decide his fate. In other newsAdvertisementWhat's happening todayA first look at Biden's interview with George Stephanopoulos airs on ABC.

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☆ CNBC Daily Open: UK Labour landslide victory, exit poll says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-05 | by ( Abid Ali | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this article EVRTSLA Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTAn exchange trader at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange looks at his monitors. Boris Roessler | Picture Alliance | Getty ImagesThis report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. What you need to know todayGet the CNBC Daily Open report in your inbox every morning and keep up to date with the markets wherever you are. SubscribeThe bottom line

Persons: Boris Roessler Organizations: Frankfurt, Getty, CNBC

Average 30-year mortgage rates ticked up nine basis points to 6.95% this week, according to Freddie Mac. Forecasters have long been predicting that mortgage rates will soon decrease, but stubbornly high inflation in the first half of the year pushed back those expectations. Mortgage Rates TodayMortgage type Average rate today This information has been provided by Zillow. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage Refinance Rates TodayMortgage type Average rate today This information has been provided by Zillow. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates will affect your monthly and long-term payments.

Persons: Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae Organizations: Zillow, Federal Reserve, Mortgage, Association, ARM Locations: Chevron

☆ CNBC Daily Open: Tesla powers S&P 500, Nasdaq to record highs
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Abid Ali | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Record highsThe S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite closed at record highs in a shortened session ahead of the July 4 Independence Day holiday. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell as the latest economic data indicated the jobs market was cooling. Despite some officials advocating for potential rate hikes, the Federal Open Market Committee ultimately decided to hold rates steady. [PRO] Tesla bull caseWedbush analyst Dan Ives raised his Tesla price target to $300 from $275, with a bull case of $400 by 2025.

Persons: Nela Richardson, Elliott Management's, Elliott, Bob Jordan, Gary Kelly, JPMorgan's Kolanovic, Marko Kolanovic, Kolanovic, Dubravko, Dan Ives Organizations: CNBC, Nasdaq, Nvidia, Dow Jones, Treasury, Federal Reserve, Federal, Market Committee, ADP, Southwest Airlines Locations: U.S

☆ It's cool to be a finance bro — for now
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Jordan Parker Erb | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

It comes amid reports that White House staffers are being told to go heads down and " execute, execute, execute. " The big storyISO: A man in financeGetty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BIIt's cool to be a finance bro — for now. AdvertisementThanks to a song in a viral TikTok video , finance bros have entered a period of resurgence. But it didn't take long to discover that finance bros were often the butt of the joke. So finance bros may be enjoying a moment in the cultural sunshine — but it likely won't last forever.

Persons: —, I'm Jordan Parker Erb, Dan DeFrancesco, Donald Trump, Joe Biden's, Biden, We'll, Jenny Chang, Rodriguez, bro —, Megan Boni, It's, Maria Noyen, wasn't, Elizabeth Holmes, Theranos, Sam Bankman, Rishi Sunak —, Joey Chestnut, Jordan Parker Erb, Hallam Bullock, Amanda Yen Organizations: Service, White House, Business, Getty, bros, Trust Locations: New York City, Patagonia, Manhattan, New York, London

☆ The five secrets to Ferrari’s success as a luxury brand
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Robert Frank | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

In this article RACE-IT Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTwatch nowIn the world of luxury, Hermès is arguably the gold standard. Analysts predict Hermès could surpass Louis Vuitton in revenue within the next three years as the world's largest luxury brand. There is one luxury company, however, that has raced past Hermès when it comes to growth and brand cache – Ferrari. To better understand what makes Ferrari a luxury brand, CNBC traveled to Ferrari headquarters in Maranello, Italy, to interview the company's CEO, Benedetto Vigna. "A luxury company is a company that is using technology, innovation, storytelling, heritage, everything, with the ultimate goal to feed that emotional side that we all have."

Persons: Birkin, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Enzo Ferrari, Ford, Ferrari, Bernstein, Luca Solca, Benedetto Vigna, Robert Frank, Vigna, Adam Jeffery, Solca, Ferraris, Martyn Lucy, Bernard Arnault, Crystal Lau, Francesca Volpi Organizations: Ferrari, New York Stock Exchange, General Motors, CNBC, Ferraris, Goodwood Festival, Getty, Spiders, Rolex, Hermès, Bloomberg Locations: Maranello, Italy, Geneva, Chichester , England, it's, California, Roma

Mortgage rates increased overall this week, with 30-year mortgage rates ticking up closer to 7%, according to Freddie Mac. This means mortgage rates should go down in the coming months and years. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowToday's refinance ratesMortgage type Average rate today This information has been provided by Zillow. Sky high mortgage rates have pushed many hopeful buyers out of the market, slowing homebuying demand and putting downward pressure on home prices. This means your entire monthly mortgage payment, including taxes and insurance, shouldn't exceed 28% of your pre-tax monthly income.

Persons: Freddie Mac, Sam Khater, Freddie Mac's, you'll, Fannie Mae Organizations: Federal Reserve, Zillow, Mortgage, Association, Sky Locations: Chevron

☆ The 10 highest-paying blue-collar construction jobs in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( John Towfighi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

For many, trade jobs provide a financially secure alternative to a college degree. AdvertisementA new report by Pro Tools Reviews, an industry news and review site, highlights the highest-paying trade jobs in the US, giving insight into career opportunities that don't require a college degree. Experts at Pro Tools analyzed May 2023 wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics — the latest available — to determine the most lucrative trade jobs. Pro Tool Reviews also examined the most in-demand trade jobs in the US. AdvertisementHave you recently switched to a trade job, or are you a recent graduate looking to land a trade role?

Persons: —, Zers, Gen Zers, Clint DeBoer, DeBoer Organizations: Service, Business, Pro, Tools, Bureau of Labor Statistics —, boilermakers, LinkedIn Locations: jtowfighi@businessinisder.com

☆ Watch Wednesday's full episode of the Halftime Report — July 3, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch Wednesday's full episode of the Halftime Report — July 3, 2024"Fast Money Halftime Report" is on the front lines of CNBC's market coverage. Host CNBC's Scott Wapner and the Street's top investors get to the heart of the action as it's happening and help set the agenda for the rest of the day. Watch today's full episode on CNBC PRO.

Persons: CNBC's Scott Wapner Organizations: CNBC PRO

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow an approval of spot ether ETFs could impact crypto prices: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, John Glover, chief investment officer of Ledn, weighs in on what's driving crypto prices right now and how the potential approval of spot ether ETFs could impact markets.

Persons: explainers, John Glover Organizations: CNBC Crypto, CNBC

☆ Elon Musk and Tesla are on the rise after a brutal start to the year
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In today's big story, a tough sales report for Tesla can't slow the EV maker's turnaround . After a dreadful start to the year, the EV maker has been running on all cylinders on a full charge. Tesla's polarizing CEO also notched a massive victory when investors approved Elon Musk's $55 billion pay plan . But what is new at Tesla, and what sparked the company's recent market rally, are big promises from its CEO. As automakers reconsider their EV strategy , Tesla has figured out how to build cars cheaper than anyone else .

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This should remove some upward pressure off of mortgage rates and allow them to trend down a bit. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. Mortgage Rates for Buying a Home30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Tick Up (+0.20%)The current average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.73%, up 20 basis points from where it was this time last week, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Rise (+0.17%)The average 15-year mortgage rate is 6.12%, 17 basis points higher than last week. Mortgage Refinance Rates30-Year Fixed Refinance Rates Increase Slightly (+0.11%)The average 30-year refinance rate is 7.81%, 11 basis points up from last week.

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☆ McGhee: AI isn't a bubble because today's tech companies are actually profitable
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMcGhee: AI isn't a bubble because today's tech companies are actually profitableTiffany McGhee, CEO and CIO of Pivotal Advisors, discusses what's driving markets to record highs.

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☆ Oil prices hold firm as traders wait on U.S. stockpile data for signs of where demand is heading
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( Spencer Kimball | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Crude oil futures held firm on Wednesday as traders waited for the latest round of U.S. inventory data for signs of whether gasoline demand is picking up. U.S. crude oil gained about 6% last month on expectations of a tighter third quarter with stockpiles forecast to draw down as summer fuel demand picked up. The Department of Energy will release the latest U.S. crude oil and gasoline stockpiles data at 10:30 a.m. Here are today's energy prices:Hurricane Beryl is barreling across the Caribbean and could hit the Texas Gulf Coast as a tropical storm on Saturday. "We used to think about hurricanes as unquestionably a potential bullish near-term development for oil markets, now the picture is not so clear," Croft told CNBC's "Last Call" on Tuesday evening.

Persons: Beryl, Helima Croft, Croft, CNBC's Organizations: Department, Energy, AAA, Texas Gulf, National Hurricane, RBC Capital Markets Locations: Caribbean, Texas Gulf Coast, U.S

☆ AI will power the S&P 500 another 27% higher before peaking next year, research firm says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( Filip De Mott | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Enthusiasm for AI will drive the S&P 500 to 7,000 by next year, Capital Economics forecasts. The firm says AI is a market bubble that will inflate through 2025. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . While the AI market mania has drawn comparisons to the 2000's dot-com bubble, some have dismissed the analogy, noting that today's AI benefactors are nowhere near as overvalued as early internet counterparts.

Persons: —, Neil Shearing, Shearing, MIT's Daron Acemoglu, Goldman Sachs Organizations: Service, Capital Economics

☆ CNBC Daily Open: 'Roaring Kitty' gets chewed up
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Abid Ali | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock exchange during morning trading on Nov. 10, 2023 in New York City. This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. AI momentumWall Street kicked off the second half of the year with modest gains, propelled by continued strength in megacap stocks. Boeing, Spirit upShares of Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems rose 2.58% and 3.35% respectively after Boeing agreed to buy back fuselage maker Spirit in a $4.7 billion all-stock deal.

Persons: Keith Gill, Gill, Paris . Hurricane Beryl Cruise, Tom Lee, Lee Organizations: New York Stock, CNBC, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Microsoft's, Paramount, Warner Bros ., Netflix, Securities and Exchange Commission, Wall, Boeing, Airbus, Paris . Hurricane, Norwegian Cruise, Royal Locations: New York City, U.S, Chewy, Belfast , Wichita, North Carolina, Paris ., Grenada, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Mt

☆ FDA approves Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s drug, expanding treatment options in the U.S.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Annika Kim Constantino | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

A sign with the company logo sits outside of the headquarters campus of Eli Lilly and Company on March 17, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Eli Lilly 's Alzheimer's drug donanemab, expanding the limited treatment options for the mind-wasting disease in the U.S. The agency approved the treatment, which will be sold under the brand name Kisunla, for adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease, according to the company. "Having multiple treatment options is the kind of advancement we've all been waiting for — all of us who have been touched, even blindsided, by this difficult and devastating disease." It's a long-awaited win for Eli Lilly after donanemab faced obstacles in its path to market.

Persons: Eli Lilly, Joanne Pike, donanemab Organizations: Company, The, Drug Administration, U.S, Alzheimer's Association, FDA Locations: Indianapolis , Indiana, U.S

☆ The number of Gen Zers who aren't in work or school is rising. Here's how to tackle it, according to experts.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Lindsay Dodgson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Read previewA growing number of young people globally are struggling to stay in work or school. "They are searching for places where they can be true to themselves, where mental health is not looked down upon but helped, and where working sometimes from home or a coffee shop is possible." AdvertisementRather than jump on the first opportunities that come along, voluntary NEETs are holding back for the right job. Better guidanceOther career experts agreed that development should start early so students understand the variety of different paths available to them. Experts remain divided over how to address the rise in NEETs, in part because no solution would work for all.

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☆ Watch Tuesday's full episode of the Halftime Report — July 2, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch Tuesday's full episode of the Halftime Report — July 2, 2024"Fast Money Halftime Report" is on the front lines of CNBC's market coverage. Host CNBC's Scott Wapner and the Street's top investors get to the heart of the action as it's happening and help set the agenda for the rest of the day. Watch today's full episode on CNBC PRO.

Persons: CNBC's Scott Wapner Organizations: CNBC PRO

☆ Biden digs his heels in while Trump secures another win
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, we're looking at President Joe Biden showing no signs of giving up his reelection campaign while former President Donald Trump secured a win from the Supreme Court . AdvertisementBiden's campaign has been in full-blown crisis mode after the president's disastrous debate against former President Donald Trump last week. AdvertisementMeanwhile, Trump secured a big win in his immunity case . The Supreme Court ruled that former presidents don't get absolute immunity from criminal charges related to actions under the scope of the presidency, but they do get some. 3 things in techStefani Reynolds/BloombergBig Tech gets a big win from the Supreme Court.

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You'll need a VPN to access any free Netherlands vs. Romania live stream options outside their original broadcast country. How to watch free Netherlands vs. Romania live streams from anywhereWith a quick and easy workaround, you can catch all Euro 2024 action for free, including Netherlands vs. Romania today. ET / 5 p.m. BST / 12 a.m. AWSTWhere to watch Netherlands vs. Romania in the USAFox/FS1 has picked up the rights to all remaining games in the USA, including Netherlands vs. Romania. BBC specifically has the free Netherlands vs. Romania live stream today. Where to watch Netherlands vs. Romania in AustraliaOptus Sport, a paid streaming service, exclusively holds all the Euro 2024 live streams in Australia.

Persons: they're, you'll, ExpressVPN, FS1, That's Organizations: Business, BBC, Olympics, Wimbledon, USA Fox, Fox, Romania, Nations, ITV, Australia Optus Sport, Optus Locations: Netherlands, Romania, Belgium, Ireland, USA, Australia

☆ This bank just boosted its 1-year CD yield to more than 5%, even as traders await Fed rate cuts
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Darla Mercado | Cfp | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Marcus' yield hike places it in an exclusive group of financial institutions continuing to offer rates in the 5% range on deposits. Citizens Access and Capital One Financial each offer a 1-year CD that yields 5%, while Sallie Mae offers a 5.15% APY. Bread Financial is at the top of the heap, with an APY of 5.25% on a 1-year CD. Indeed, LendingClub recently slashed its 1-year CD APY to 4.2%, reflecting a cut of 95 basis points, Caintic found. For instance, investors may forfeit some interest if they "break" their CD ahead of maturity, which makes these funds less liquid compared to money market funds.

Persons: Marcus, Goldman Sachs, BTIG, Sallie Mae, Vincent Caintic, LendingClub, Caintic Organizations: Reserve, BTIG Locations: LendingClub

☆ Biden solemnly warns that the Supreme Court has fundamentally changed the country with its immunity ruling: 'May God help preserve our democracy'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

President Joe Biden on Monday evening weighed in on the SCOTUS ruling on presidential immunity. With its decision, Biden said SCOTUS "fundamentally changed" the country. AdvertisementPresident Joe Biden on Monday warned that the Supreme Court's decision to grant presidents immunity from criminal prosecution for "official acts" will fundamentally change the country. "Today's Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity — that fundamentally changed for all practical purposes. Today's decision almost certainly means that there are virtually no limits on what the president can do."

Persons: Joe Biden, SCOTUS, Biden, Sonia Sotomayor's, — Organizations: Service, Cross, White, Business Locations: America, United States

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