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☆ The stock market can thrive even in the face of rising interest rates, chief investment strategist says
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-14 | by ( Matthew Fox | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

i'The stock market can still rise in the face of high interest rates, according to BMO's Brian Belski. "Our work shows that the S&P 500 has historically performed quite well in higher interest rate environments," Belski said. For one, higher interest rates impact a company's cost of capital and could reduce profits if they have to pay more interest when raising debt. Additionally, higher interest rates offer investors an alternative to stocks in the form of higher-yielding bonds and money market funds, which is especially appealing after a decade of near-zero interest rates. "History tells us that a higher interest rate backdrop does not represent a detriment to US stocks."

☆ Trump D.C. hotel receipts reveal $10,500-a-night rooms for foreign officials seeking to influence U.S. policy
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-14 | by ( Anna Schecter | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

The Saudi revenues for the Trump hotel came during a period when Saudi Arabia and the UAE were lobbying the Trump administration to support them during their blockade against economic rival Qatar. In the letter she requests presidential records from NARA that could be related to attempts by foreign governments and lobbyists working on their behalf to influence the Trump administration by spending money at the Trump Hotel. The Malaysian expenditures at the Trump Hotel were the most extensive in a one-week period found by the Oversight Committee to date. A spokesperson for the Malaysian Embassy did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The documentation obtained did not show how much the embassy spent at the hotel during either of these stays.

Gary McCullough/AP Green Bay Packers wide receiver Samori Toure is tackled by Detroit Lions safety Will Harris. Norm Hall/Getty Images Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. Allen's fourth quarter touchdown throw to Dawson Knox capped off a 24-20 victory against the Chiefs. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson dives for a two-point conversion during the Vikings' 29-22 victory over the Chicago Bears. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J.

☆ Watch the 'Halftime Report' investment committee look ahead to tomorrow's CPI data
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-09 | 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 the 'Halftime Report' investment committee look ahead to tomorrow's CPI dataLooking ahead to tomorrow's CPI data and discussing yesterday's FTX liquidity issue. With CNBC's Scott Wapner, and the 'Halftime Report' investment committee, SoFi's Liz Young, Virtus Investment Partners Joe Terranova, Cerity's Jim Lebenthal and BMO's Brian Belski.

☆ Crypto investors still rattled by FTX liquidity issue
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-09 | 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 EmailCrypto investors still rattled by FTX liquidity issueCNBC's Kate Rooney reports on the latest news regarding Binance's takeover of FTX and rumors the deal may not go through. With CNBC's Scott Wapner, and the 'Halftime Report' investment committee, SoFi's Liz Young, Virtus Investment Partners Joe Terranova, Cerity's Jim Lebenthal and BMO's Brian Belski.

☆ Momentum points Meta stock more toward $120, says Virtus' Joe Terranova
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-09 | 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 EmailMomentum points Meta stock more toward $120, says Virtus' Joe TerranovaThe traders discuss Meta after the company announces it's laying off 11,000 employees or about 13 percent of it's workforce. With CNBC's Scott Wapner, and the 'Halftime Report' investment committee, SoFi's Liz Young, Virtus Investment Partners Joe Terranova, Cerity's Jim Lebenthal and BMO's Brian Belski.

☆ The market's skittish heading into tomorrow's CPI data, says BMO's Brian Belski
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-09 | 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 EmailThe market's skittish heading into tomorrow's CPI data, says BMO's Brian BelskiA look at what's driving the markets today. With CNBC's Scott Wapner, and the 'Halftime Report' investment committee, SoFi's Liz Young, Virtus Investment Partners Joe Terranova, Cerity's Jim Lebenthal and BMO's Brian Belski.

☆ Republican Sen. John Thune faces off against Democrat Brian Bengs in South Dakota's US Senate election
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-08 | by ( Hanna Kang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Sen. John Thune is running against Democrat Brian Bengs to represent South Dakota in the US Senate. Thune, who has more than $17 million in his coffers, will likely cruise to victory in the heavily conservative state. Before being elected to the Senate, Thune served three terms representing South Dakota's at-large congressional district in the US House. South Dakota is a ruby-red state; it only voted Democratic four times, most recently in 1964 when Lyndon B. Johnson handily defeated Barry Goldwater. The money raceAccording to OpenSecrets, Thune has raised $12.5 million, spent $6 million, and has $17.2 million cash on hand, as of October 19.

☆ NFL Week 9 Preview: How to watch and all you need to know
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +23 min

Norm Hall/Getty Images Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson dives for a two-point conversion during the Vikings' 29-22 victory over the Chicago Bears. Gerald Herbert/AP Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is tripped up by Denver Broncos cornerback K'Waun Williams. David Richard/AP Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman fumbles after catching a pass during the first half against the Green Bay Packers in Week 3. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J.

☆ How this activewear startup funded by NBA legend Michael Jordan's son plans to take on Lululemon and Nike
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-01 | by ( Matthew Kish | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Äktiiv products are biodegradable and made from plants. Two Nike veterans, including the basketball legend Michael Jordan's son Jeffrey Jordan, are launching a brand for sustainable workout apparel that hopes to compete with the likes of Lululemon. If it's successful, cash from the campaign will be used to scale the company, including its marketing. But there's a twist: Äktiiv products are biodegradable and made from plants, not materials derived from oil or plastics. Similarly, Äktiiv products are designed to be worn in the gym, not while running errands.

☆ NFL Week 8 Preview: Seahawks, Giants face off behind strong quarterback leadership
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +20 min

The Seahawks have won three of their last four while the Giants are on a four-game win streak. The Colts beat their division rivals 34-27 thanks to a last-gasp touchdown from quarterback Matt Ryan to rookie Alec Pierce. Just last week, Giants quarterback Daniel Jones earned NFC Player of the Week honors for his performance against the Jaguars. The Jaguars played in London just last year, when quarterback Trevor Lawrence became the first rookie quarterback to win a regular season game in London. Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is coming off a turnover-free Week 7 against the Giants.

☆ An economic index is flashing a recession warning sign, but it may be a 'mixed signal.' Here's what you need to know
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-25 | by ( Sarah O'Brien | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Michael M. Santiago | Getty ImagesA monthly gauge of what could lie ahead for the U.S. economy is flashing a recession warning sign. The Leading Economic Index dipped by 0.4% in September from August and is down 2.8% since March, according to the Conference Board, an independent group that publishes the index. The latest reading is below a threshold that the organization considers a recession signal. watch nowInitial jobless claims — another data point used in the index — also do not point to the kind of broad-based job loss that comes with a recession. "There are pockets of the labor market that have shed jobs, but it's not widespread job loss," he said.

☆ Tom Brady reaffirms his commitment to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-25 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +16 min

CNN —Tom Brady has reaffirmed his commitment to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a difficult start to the new season, both on and off the field. Jeff Dean/AP It was tough times for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tom Brady on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Norm Hall/Getty Images Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. David Richard/AP Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman fumbles after catching a pass during the first half against the Green Bay Packers in Week 3. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J.

☆ We're in the early stages of value outperforming growth, says BMO's Brian Belski
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-25 | 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 EmailWe're in the early stages of value outperforming growth, says BMO's Brian BelskiBrian Belski, BMO chief investment strategist, joins the 'Halftime Report' to discuss value versus growth stocks.

☆ Stifel says the S&P 500 will rally 15% over the next 6 months as inflation cools
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-24 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Expect the S & P 500 to rally as much as 15% over the next six months as inflation cools and the Federal Reserve pares back its aggressive tightening campaign, Stifel says. "We do not think a 'classic' U.S. recession has begun, and yet the S & P 500 has already fallen in-line with a post-WW2 recession average," he wrote. Bannister's call comes after the S & P and major averages capped off their best week since June on Friday. BMO Capital Markets' chief investment strategist Brian Belski trimmed his year-end S & P price target to 4,300, saying he had underestimated the influence of inflation. Near-term trends favor cyclical stocks like the beaten-up semiconductors, media and entertainment and tech hardware stocks, Bannister said.

☆ This company wants to pay you $20,000 to make chili at a football game—here’s how to apply
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-23 | by ( Megan Sauer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Calling all tailgate chefs: You could earn $20,000 and free tickets to the SEC Championship Game by mixing up the right batch of chili. Knoxville, Tennessee-based Bush's Beans is currently hiring its "first ever" chili commissioner. They'll also compete in the tailgate's chili cookoff, judged by a panel of recent World Championship Chili Cook-Off champions. The Bulldogs avenged that loss the following month in the College Football Playoff national championship game, defeating the Crimson Tide in a rematch. Both teams are early contenders again for this year's SEC Championship game, alongside the Tennessee Volunteers, Ole Miss Rebels and LSU Tigers.

☆ Analysts are pounding the table for these 'well positioned' stocks head of earnings
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-22 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Analysts say there are a handful of buying opportunities as earnings season continues, including a slew of big names. CNBC Pro combed through the top Wall Street research to find stocks to buy ahead of earnings. In fact, Keane said the company's upside potential is so large, it hasn't even begun to scratch the surface. In fact, the firm said it sees "potential upside" due to iPhone "share gains in China and the enterprise market." "We believe CMG represents a rarity as we hunt through our coverage for earnings upside," Bittner said.

☆ Dutch name preliminary World Cup squad list
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-21 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

AMSTERDAM, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal on Friday sprung some surprises as he named a 39-man preliminary squad for the World Cup in Qatar next month. Mitchel Bakker, Xavi Simons and Micky van de Ven were named for the first time while uncapped Sven Botman, Jeremie Frimpong and Pascal Struijk, who have received previous call-ups, were also included in a list dominated by nine players from Dutch champions Ajax Amsterdam. All World Cup-bound teams are required to select between 35 and 55 players in a preliminary list by Friday and it is from this list that they must make the final selection of 26 by 1800 GMT on Nov. 14. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterThe Dutch compete at the World Cup in Group A and start the tournament on Nov. 21 with a match against Senegal, followed by Ecuador and Qatar in the first round. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterWriting by Mark Gleeson in Cape TownOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ Family of Arizona man killed by police after throwing rocks at their patrol cars plan to sue for $85 million
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-19 | by ( Minyvonne Burke | Minyvonne Burke Is A Senior Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

The family of an Arizona man fatally shot by Phoenix police after he threw rocks at their patrol vehicles has filed a notice of claim seeking $85 million. Osman family via KPNXOsman, 34, died at a hospital after two police officers shot him near an intersection in Phoenix. The department said the incident stemmed from Osman hitting police cruisers with rocks. As the patrol vehicles approached the intersection, Osman continued to throw rocks, according to the sergeant. Bower said one of the rocks hit one of the officers in the shin and that both patrol vehicles were damaged, including one which had a broken spotlight.

☆ Your ‘personal inflation rate’ varies by where you live, among other factors
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-18 | by ( Sarah O'Brien | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Yet, depending on variables such as location and spending patterns, your personal rate of inflation could be better or worse than the national average. In September, prices overall were 8.2% higher than they were a year earlier, as measured by the consumer price index, or CPI. More from Personal Finance:How households are preparing for possible recessionThese colleges are promising zero student loansHere's the latest inflation breakdown — in one chartTake location, for instance. Some metro areas in the U.S. come with an overall inflation rate that's worse than the average, according to research from personal finance website WalletHub, which used data from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics to compile its study. And in Phoenix, the rate of yearly inflation in August was 13%.

☆ Mississippi River water woes, retail overstock trailers: Latest supply chain stresses for economy
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-17 | by ( Lori Ann Larocco | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

The towboat Roberta Tabor pushes barges up the Mississippi River in Granite City, Illinois, US, on Friday, July 9, 2022. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesAccording to the National Weather Service Memphis Office, the Mississippi River is projected to tie the all-time record of -10.70 feet, either later today or tonight. The Mississippi River is a vital waterway for trade and the lower water levels have impacted the amount of commodities that can be imported or exported out of New Orleans. "Our members depend upon adequate water levels in the Mississippi River system, to reach domestic and international export markets. The East Coast congestion has had a massive impact on vessel reliability.

Organizers with Stop TxDOT I-45 said expanding in the area would hurt the predominantly Black and Latino communities along the stretch. Kendra London joined Stop TxDOT I-45 three years ago when she learned of the state’s plans to expand the highway. Stop TxDOT I-45 and Allendale Strong are two of more than 70 groups across the country that comprise the Freeway Fighters Network, a coalition of groups advocating for the dismantling of harmful highways and urging city leaders not to expand highways or build new ones. “We hadn’t actually stopped building new highways that still harm communities, predominantly communities of color. “We should be thinking about long-term repair,” Hood said, highlighting the Black communities affected by the highway.

☆ A 26-year market vet breaks down why investing legend Jeremy Grantham is correct to compare the current market to the 2000 and 2008 'superbubbles' — and warns stocks will fall another 20%
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-15 | by ( William Edwards | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

There's little reason for optimism in today's market, Lance Roberts laments. Just look at the barrage of headwinds facing stocks right now, the RIA Advisors CIO said in an October 10 commentary. At the start of this year, investing legend and founder of GMO Jeremy Grantham, said stocks were in their fourth superbubble in the last century given that market valuations had veered from historical norms so drastically. On Friday, Roberts told Insider that he agrees with Grantham's assessments, and that he sees the S&P 500 dropping to around 2,900. One of Wall Street's most bullish strategists this year, BMO's Brian Belski, cut his 2022 price target on the S&P 500 again on Friday to 4,200.

☆ BMO: These 42 dividend stocks will provide strong income growth as inflation continues to run hotter than expected
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-15 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Brian Belski, the top strategist at BMO Capital Markets, just cut his S&P 500 price target. Here are 42 stocks to consider for strong dividend growth as prices continue to surge. His revised S&P 500 target implies that the index will rise by a "more realistic" 19% in the fourth quarter to finish the year at 4,300. Focus on 42 stocks with solid dividend growth as inflation runs rampantBelski and his colleagues at BMO Capital Markets have nine investing strategy portfolios that can serve as models for investors. Below are the 42 stocks that are currently in the US dividend growth portfolio along with the ticker, sector, dividend yield as of October 10, and rating from BMO analysts for each.

Sony Honda Mobility said on Thursday it was aiming to deliver the first of the unnamed EV by 2026, starting in the United States, and will sell them online. Honda has about 1,100 Honda dealers and 270 Acura dealers. "I get teaming up with Sony, but it should be done in conjunction with the dealer network, not outside it," he added. Sony Honda officials promised the vehicle - to be built at one of Honda's Ohio plants - will include advanced driver-assist features and a new software system developed by Sony that offers cloud-connected services that generate recurring revenue. Sony Honda officials declined to say under what brand the vehicle will be sold.

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