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☆ Beware if you hold these stocks heading into earnings season, Piper Sandler says
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Sean Conlon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Earnings season is right around the corner, and there are some stocks investors should be wary of, according to Piper Sandler. The season unofficially kicks off this week, with JPMorgan's third-quarter results due Friday before the bell, and it ramps up from there. The remaining four have a strong buy or buy rating. The department store chain is set to report its quarterly results in November. By contrast, only two have a strong buy or buy rating.

Persons: Piper Sandler, they've, Paramount's, Skydance, Nordstrom, it's, Piper, – Organizations: Dow Jones, Federal Reserve, Paramount Global, Warner Bros, Paramount, GameStop, Southwest Airlines, Southwest Locations: U.S, GME

But right now, borrowers should expect mortgage rates to remain near their current levels for the rest of 2024. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowWhat Are Today's Mortgage Refinance Rates? 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. Current 30-Year Mortgage RatesAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering around 6.20%, according to Zillow data. But now that inflation has decelerated and the Fed is expected to cut rates soon, mortgage rates have trended down.

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☆ Hurricane Helene cleanup crews are scrambling in Florida — but time is running out. That makes Milton more dangerous.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Grace Eliza Goodwin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Leftover debris from Hurricane Helene could make incoming Hurricane Milton even more dangerous. Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday, the second major storm in two weeks. The region has been scrambling to pick up as much debris as possible before it's too late. AdvertisementLess than two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of Florida, another major storm is bearing down on the region — and there's a scramble to clean up before it gets there. That creates a compounding effect that makes everything more expensive — and more dangerous, Schlegelmilch said.

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All four drugs are in a class of wildly popular weight loss drugs known as GLP-1s. In the United Kingdom, authorities last year seized hundreds of counterfeit Ozempic pens — insulin pens that had been relabeled as Ozempic. Counterfeit weight loss drugs have serious health risks, according to the pharmaceutical companies and federal officials. Counterfeiters are already trying to cash in on a weight loss drug that the company hasn't even put on the market yet: retatrutide. But it's also one of the epicenters of the lucrative counterfeit drug trade, according to U.S. authorities who track counterfeit drugs.

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☆ Israel may have military superiority, but it lacks a clear strategic vision, say experts
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Thibault Spirlet | Hannah Abraham | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Experts told BI that Israel still lacks a long-term strategic vision on how to end the war. But while Israel may have military superiority in the region, it lacks a clear, long-term strategic vision to end conflict in the Middle East, according to security experts. It's clear the Israel Defense Forces have achieved a series of tactical gains in recent weeks, but they still lack a clear military strategy, security analysts told Business Insider. "Neither outcome achieves Israel's security objectives, which would represent a defeat for the IDF and could threaten the survival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government," Pfaff said. The problem may be that Israel's security doctrine has long been based on short wars.

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☆ The latest updates on Lyle and Erik Menendezs' murder case that the Netflix shows about them miss out
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Netflix has released a true crime drama and a documentary about the Menendez brothers' high-profile '90s trial. AdvertisementNetflix has released both a true crime drama and a documentary about brothers Erik Menendez and Lyle Menendez, who killed their parents in 1989. Lyle Menendez and Erik Menendez's attorneys believe new evidence could prove their father abused themErik Menendez, and Cooper Koch in "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story." The creators of "Monsters" and "The Menendez Brothers" didn't want to get involved in the caseRyan Murphy onstage at a "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" event in New York. AdvertisementHe added that the series was "the best thing that has happened to the Menendez brothers in 30 years" because it rekindled public interest in their case.

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☆ After over 50 cruises, I no longer book sailings to the Bahamas or the rest of the Caribbean. Here's what I choose instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Amanda Adler | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I've loved the Caribbean but I'm more interested in other ports now that I've been on 50+ cruises. Although I still love these ports, they've lost their appeal to me now that I've been on more than 50 cruises. Sailing through the Norwegian fjords is one of my favorite cruise experiences to date — the breathtaking views surrounds the ship in all directions, offering endless photo opportunities. So, no matter the itinerary, I now tend to book lengthier sailings — ideally ones longer than a week. Amanda AdlerAlthough I've secured great pricing on international cruises, I'm often looking to sail closer to home in the US.

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This has helped push mortgage rates back up near where they were this summer, when 30-year rates were above 6%. 5-Year Mortgage Rate TrendsHere's how 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates have trended over the last five years, according to Freddie Mac data. Mortgage rates are determined by a variety of different factors, including larger economic trends, Federal Reserve policy, your state's current mortgage rates, the type of loan you're getting, and your personal financial profile. But now that inflation has decelerated and the Fed is expected to cut rates soon, mortgage rates have trended down. This means your entire monthly mortgage payment, including taxes and insurance, shouldn't exceed 28% of your pre-tax monthly income.

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☆ People are tired of 'unpacking' every relationship issue. Here's what some happy couples do instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Advice on social media often suggests openness in relationships. AdvertisementCouples therapists also say they've noticed a recent uptick in relationship unpacking among clients. Avigail Lev, a licensed clinical psychologist in San Francisco, attributes part of the problem to social media, with people learning relationship advice from quick Instagram slideshows. Social media can be misleadingSocial media platforms are brimming with mental health advice. Relationship work shouldn't be so hardConstantly unpacking relationship issues can delay the inevitable break-up.

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☆ Kevin O'Leary says the US needs to go 'DEFCON 19 against China' and break the country with heavy tariffs
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

"You squeeze them because the Chinese only understand the stick," O'Leary told Fox News on Sunday. Advertisement"Shark Tank" star Kevin O'Leary says the US needs to level the playing field against China by imposing heavy tariffs on the country. I've said it countless times, they understand the stick, they respect the stick, give them the stick," O'Leary added. And just so everybody knows why I'm so biased — they have screwed me over the last 12 years," O'Leary told Varney. But they've really taken advantage of our country," Trump told "Sunday Morning Futures" host Maria Bartiromo in February.

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☆ Millennials and Gen X Are Figuring Out What to Do With Boomers' Stuff
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Emily Stewart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +15 min

AdvertisementIn short, boomers love stuff, and not just their stuff. They held on to their parents' stuff when they inherited it, and a lot of them are sitting with their kids' stuff in their attics now, too. The market value of the object and the sentimental value don't always go hand in hand. "I often emphasize the idea that the market value of the object and the sentimental value don't always go hand in hand," he said. Remember, it takes a lot of stuff to live a full life — and it's hard to let go of it.

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☆ Bernstein upgrades Campbell as people taking GLP-1 drugs eating more soup
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Sean Conlon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Campbell Soup could be poised to benefit from an uptick in GLP-1 drug usage, according to Bernstein. Among the 20 analysts covering Campbell, only five have a strong buy or buy rating, while 12 have a hold rating. In addition, the analyst anticipates that reduced chocolate consumption from GLP-1 intake may hinder U.S. chocolate volumes by 2% to 3%. "Unfortunately, chocolate category volumes remain stubbornly negative and Hershey's chocolate volumes also remain weak despite lapping easier and easier comparables in recent months," Howard continued. Meanwhile, only four have a strong buy or buy rating, and its average target of $202.14 implies a gain of about 5% ahead.

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☆ Pete Buttigieg says 'the best thing to do is just to pick up the phone' to talk out a workplace issue. Experts agree — with some exceptions.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Lindsay Dodgson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Experts say phone calls can resolve conflicts better than digital communication. AdvertisementPicking up the phone really is the best way to figure things out when issues arise with colleagues, experts say. "And, I think, to me, it's an example of how often the best thing to do is just to pick up the phone." Phone calls, in comparison, allow for real-time, personal discussions "where tone and emotion are conveyed much more clearly," McLean said. But phone calls, in general, also help build better relationships in the long run, Sundaram said.

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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. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering near 6% today, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates remain in the low 5% range, according to Zillow data. Average Refinance Mortgage Rates TodayRefinance rates have inched up after dropping in September. 5-Year Mortgage Rate TrendsHere's how 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates have trended over the last five years, according to Freddie Mac data.

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☆ The job interview question that 'stumped' this HR expert—now it’s her favorite to ask
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Jennifer Liu | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Holly Taylor estimates she's interviewed hundreds of people in her decade-long career in the HR space. The head of people at Public Digital, a London-based consultancy, says she tries to be innovative and equitable in the hiring process, such as recently sending interview questions to job candidates in advance. But one question is her favorite to ask in interviews, even though "it stumped me so much" when she first heard it seven years ago: What is the most valuable piece of feedback that you have received in your career? They explain "this was the feedback, this is how I approached it, this is how I changed, and this is the impact of having that feedback," Taylor says. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It's newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life.

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Since the Fed will likely be able to take a slower approach to lowering rates, mortgage rates are unlikely to go down further this year. Current 30-Year Mortgage RatesAverage 30-year mortgage rates are around 6%, according to Zillow data. In September, 30-year refinance rates averaged 5.89%, while 15-year refinance rates were around 5.19%. Mortgage rates are determined by a variety of different factors, including larger economic trends, Federal Reserve policy, your state's current mortgage rates, the type of loan you're getting, and your personal financial profile. Now that the Fed has cut rates, mortgage rates may not drop much in October.

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☆ Why so many entry-level jobs aren't entry-level
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-06 | by ( Tim Paradis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

"That's really frustrating for entry-level job seekers like me," Goyenka told Business Insider. AdvertisementShe told BI that the volume of vacancies for entry-level tech roles has been declining for about three years in several countries where Generation operates. Generation found in a survey that 94% of employers required that applicants for entry-level tech jobs have experience working in a related field. Beyond raising their standards for entry-level positions, some employers in various industries simply aren't posting as many of these jobs. In a prior role, he spent more than 15 years filling staff-level tech jobs.

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☆ Why Texas Latinos Are Shifting to the Right, Voting for Trump
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-06 | by ( Jack Herrera | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +18 min

Jordan Vonderhaar for BIIn late July, after Biden dropped out of the race, I traveled to Starr County to see why this longtime Democratic stronghold has been shifting steadily to the right. Like the mesquite and huisache that thrive in this arid climate, he has deep roots in Starr County. If any place embodies the dual identity among Latinos in Starr County, it's the Rancho Cafe in the tiny town of Roma. The Rancho Cafe — part Old West saloon, part Tex-Mex hangout — embodies the dual identity of local Latinos. Across the country, Latino Republicans say they feel more able to wear their politics on their sleeve.

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☆ There's a 'hidden truth about American-style capitalism' that investors need to know, Josh Brown says
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-06 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Josh Brown Photo: Duncan HillJosh Brown once had this idea that in order to be a financial advisor, you needed to be buttoned up and fit a particular mold. Throughout his new book, "You Weren’t Supposed To See That: Secrets Every Investor Should Know," Brown encourages investors to look beyond the surface level of financial advice you see in traditional and social media. "The hidden truth about American-style capitalism is that if everybody is good all at once, the whole thing breaks down. Gen Z doesn't need financial planning advice. 'Gen Z doesn't need financial planning advice'

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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. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering near 6%, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates are in the low 5% range, according to Zillow data. Average Refinance Mortgage Rates TodayRefinance rates are a bit higher today after dropping in September. Last month, 30-year refinance rates averaged 5.89%, while 15-year refinance rates were around 5.19%.

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☆ Why WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg has gone 'nuclear' against tech investing giant Silver Lake
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-05 | by ( Ari Levy | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +11 min

Automattic founder, Matt Mullenweg Source: AutomatticMatt Mullenweg, who turned 40 in January, has now spent more than half his life working on WordPress. Silicon Valley private equity firm Silver Lake bought a majority stake in WP Engine in 2018, investing $250 million and obtaining three board seats. WordPress took the drastic step of banning WP Engine from using the WordPress resources necessary to serve its customers, which preceded a lawsuit filed on Wednesday by WP Engine against Mullenweg and Automattic. In the post, Mullenweg criticized WP Engine for not contributing enough back to the WordPress ecosystem. A Silver Lake spokesperson said WP Engine was handling all inquiries.

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☆ It's OK to date your office crush, HR experts say. Just follow these do's and don'ts of dating in the workplace.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-05 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Still, it's no easy task — power imbalances and relationship drama are among the factors that could affect office culture. Sheekey added, "These types of relationships can often lead to complaints from other employees about favoritism and unfair treatment in the workplace." Now, they're getting to know their coworkers better as their bosses implement return-to-office policies, which could lead to romance. So, while an office crush might not be harmful, it's wise to approach it carefully to avoid drama worthy of the big screen. AdvertisementBI compiled a list of do's and don'ts based on advice from Swirnow and Sheekey.

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☆ Field hospitals set up to treat North Carolina storm victims sit mostly empty
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-04 | by ( Minyvonne Burke | Minyvonne Burke Is A Senior Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

LINVILLE, N.C. — Health care companies and nonprofit organizations have erected fully equipped field hospitals in North Carolina, in a pre-emptive attempt to treat residents injured by Hurricane Helene. The women's inpatient tent at the Samaritan's Purse field hospital in Linville, North Carolina. More than half of the 215 people killed by Hurricane Helene as of Friday died in North Carolina, where extreme flooding destroyed homes, washed out roads and bridges, and left survivors to mourn their loved ones. Atrium Health's Med-1 field hospital in Tryon, North Carolina, is less busy than expected after people injured in Hurricane Helene failed to materialize. Atrium Health's Med-1 field hospital.

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☆ A girl murdered in 2006 was just revived as an AI chatbot — and her family had no idea
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-04 | by ( Matthew Loh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Jennifer Ann Crecente, a high school girl murdered in 2006, recently reappeared as a chatbot on Character.ai. It had been 18 years since Jennifer Ann, a high school senior and Crecente's only child, was murdered by her ex-boyfriend in Austin. Grieving, Crecente had started a nonprofit in her name, working since 2006 to raise awareness for teenage dating violence. Drew CrecenteThe website also listed Jennifer Ann as an "expert in journalism" with expertise in video game news. "This is not quite impersonation in the sense that it seems transparent that it is an AI model," Conitzer said of the chatbot mimicking Jennifer Ann.

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☆ Fancy hotels and dinners aren't enough for wealthy travelers anymore — now some want to feel like celebrities with security and motorcades
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-04 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Luxury travel concierge Sienna Charles' clients have an average net worth starting at $100 million. For Sienna Charles' clients, this means requesting security, hotel check-ins from the privacy of their car instead of at the front desk, and a motorcade of four to eight vehicles. AdvertisementIndia said Jeff Bezos is the "perfect example" of Sienna Charles' clients' desire to transform from billionaire business owners into recognizable celebrities. Robert Smith/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images"They're the billionaire next door, and nobody knows who they are," Sienna Charles' CEO said. Or, they could turn to Sienna Charles to provide celebrity-like services, such as a table at an otherwise impossible-to-book restaurant.

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