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But now that that's over, today is your final opportunity to score the best Cyber Monday beauty deals before our favorite cosmetic brands shutter their sales. Also, see our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals to save on gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. The best Cyber Monday makeup dealsAdd a pop of color to your makeup routine with this season's hottest deals. View at Charlotte Tilbury What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Erno Laszlo What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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☆ Latest U.S. strike on China's chips hits semiconductor toolmakers, Reuters reports
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

A Chinese flag is displayed next to a "Made in China" sign seen on a printed circuit board with semiconductor chips, in this illustration picture taken February 17, 2023. Florence Lo | ReutersThe U.S. will launch its third crackdown in three years on China's semiconductor industry on Monday, restricting exports to 140 companies including chip equipment maker Naura Technology Group , among other moves, according to two people familiar with the matter. Among Chinese companies facing new restrictions are nearly two dozen semiconductor companies, two investment companies and over 100 chipmaking tool makers, the sources said. However, it remains years behind chip industry leaders like Nvidia in AI chips and chip equipment maker ASML in the Netherlands. For the first time, the U.S. will add two companies that make investments in chips to the entity list.

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☆ 5 problems the next CEO of Jeep's owner will have to fix
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementStellantis is facing more upheaval after CEO Carlos Tavares resigned on Sunday. The Jeep and Chrysler owner is battling sliding sales and fierce competition from Chinese rivals. The owner of Jeep and Chrysler is facing further upheaval after its CEO departed on Sunday. Carlos Tavares has stepped down as Stellantis CEO. The president-elect has floated tariffs on European companies that could affect Stellantis' European brands.

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Lucky for us, Abercrombie's Cyber Monday sale offers 25% off everything and an additional 15% off select items. Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra Puffer $102.00 $160.00 Save 36% “I’ve been buying Abercrombie & Fitch winter coats for years, and I’ve never been disappointed in a purchase," says freelance writer Talia Ergas. Abercrombie's Cyber Monday sale is on now through the end of today, December 2. Cyber Monday is one of the best times to shop at Abercrombie, thanks to a site-wide sale and double discounts. Check out our roundup of all of the best Cyber Monday deals.

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☆ A food-industry nutritionist shares 3 tricks companies use to 'science-wash' products, and how to spot them
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A nutritionist who works in the industry explained how to notice these tricks. A nutritionist who works in the food industry broke down the marketing tricks companies use to make them seem more grounded in science than they are. Firsthand research is expensive, and companies often cobble together existing studies to back up their products. It isn't necessarily a red flag if a doctor is the face of a product, Prpa said, but that alone does not mean a product has health benefits. "You are not buying the medic as your private consultant, you are buying a product," she said.

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Our best Cyber Monday deals guide has a full breakdown of great sales, including several beauty deals. Shop all Cyber Monday deals from Charlotte Tilbury. The best Cyber Monday Charlotte Tilbury dealsCharlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Beauty Chest of Love $154.00 $220.00 Save 30% Open a gem-covered drawer every other day with Charlotte’s Diamond Chest of Wonders 12-door advent calendar. View at Charlotte TilburyCharlotte Tilbury 3 Step to Beautiful Lips Kit $51.00 $85.00 Save 40% Achieve the perfect lip combo with this three-piece gift set from Charlotte Tilbury. Charlotte Tilbury products don't often go on sale, so Cyber Monday is the ultimate time to stock up and save.

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☆ I got a bad performance review at work and lost 15 pounds. It was stressful, but I learned how to avoid it in the future.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementA poor performance review at work led to significant stress and weight loss for the author. Like, really, really stressed out, all because of a bad performance review. AdvertisementMy first poor performance reviewAfter years of working in tech, I received my first poor performance review. I continued to ask for supporting evidence for the poor performance review but never received a digestible answer. A bad performance review, which can obstruct impending promotions and team transfers at best and be job-threatening at worst, is often not standardized.

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Our team is a big fan of Allbrids' various sneakers and you can find full impressions in our Allbirds review. The brand has a wide selection on sale, from classic wool shoes to more performance-oriented running sneakers, trail sneakers, and slippers. Allbirds Men's Tree Runners $58.00 $98.00 Save 41% Allbirds Men's Tree Runner sneakers are crazy comfortable with a flattering and close-fitting silhouette and have a smooth but texturized upper. View at AllbirdsAllbirds Women's Tree Runners $68.00 $98.00 Save 31% Allbirds Women's Tree Runner sneakers are crazy comfortable with a flattering and close-fitting silhouette and have a smooth but texturized upper. Allbird's Cyber Monday sale is now live and runs through December 2.

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☆ Reed Hastings is using Netflix's divisive management principle at his newest project: one of North America's biggest ski resorts
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

AdvertisementReed Hastings is applying a Netflix management technique to his latest venture: a Utah ski resort. And he's using some of his signature management philosophies with Powder Mountain, chiefly the "keeper test" and high compensation. "The 'Keeper Test' is: If someone was going to quit, would you work hard to keep them to change their mind?" Over in Utah, Hastings is remaking a ski resort about 80 miles north of Park City. Part of the ski resort, which has been around since the 1970s, was closed off to the public in favor of homeowners and private skiing.

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☆ Tesla tells workers on Cybertruck line no 'need to report to work' for the next three days
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementTesla told employees on its Cybertruck production line that they didn't need to report to work for the next three days. Tesla shortened production hours for the Cybertruck line earlier this year. AdvertisementThe email said workers would return to the Cybertruck production line on Friday, December 6. AdvertisementFactory workers on the Cybertruck line said their schedule had been inconsistent since late October. The carmaker shortened the shifts for workers on its Cybertruck production line in April, according to a memo viewed by BI at the time.

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Highlights include the new 14.2-inch M4 MacBook Pro for $200 off and the 16.2-inch M4 Pro model for $250 off. The best Cyber Monday MacBook dealsApple MacBook Air 15-inch M3 (2024) $1,044.00 $1,299.00 Save 20% You no longer need an expensive MacBook Pro to get a large display. Various MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models are now at all-time low prices. Apple's MacBook offerings are separated into two main lineups: the MacBook Air series and the MacBook Pro series. The MacBook Pro series offers even beefier performance than the Air series, and current models use Apple's latest M4 chipset.

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☆ Here are Monday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Gap, Block, Marvell, Okta, Netflix, Dell & more
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Cantor Fitzgerald reiterates Marvell & Nvidia as top picks Cantor says both stocks remain top picks ahead of Marvell earnings on Tuesday. Goldman Sachs initiates Venom Energy as buy Goldman says it sees "strong shareholder returns" for the energy company. Goldman Sachs downgrades Toast to neutral from buy Goldman says the thesis has played out for the restaurant tech company. Goldman Sachs initiates Ero Copper as buy Goldman says the copper company has a "unique growth profile." Roth MKM upgrades Tesla to buy from neutral Roth said in its upgrade of Tesla that the "world has changed."

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☆ At the epicenter of culture: how TikTok maximizes success for brands
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Sponsored Tiktok For Business | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

For millions of people across the globe, these words form part of a bigger movement: culture, and it all starts on TikTok. So, for brands, the challenge isn't simply to follow trends but to embed themselves meaningfully within these cultural conversations. On a platform where creativity reigns, the brands that take risks and facilitate culture are the ones that thrive. Trends are a powerful driver of culture — just ask KFC, whose TikTok Ad Award-winning campaign turned viewers into advocates. TikTok provides a unique platform to supercharge engagement and achieve cultural relevance.

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☆ Negotiate on the budget or we'll bring you down, France's far right tells government
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Holly Ellyatt | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen (L) speaks to French far-right Rassemblement National (National Rally) RN party's President and lead MEP Jordan Bardella during the French far-right Rassemblement National (National Rally) RN party's parliamentary seminar at the French National Assembly in Paris on September 14, 2024. Erlend Robaye | Erroba | Getty ImagesIf France's political turmoil comes to a head and Barnier's government is toppled, it's uncertain what could happen next. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier (C) ahead of his general policy statement to the French National Assembly in Paris on October 1, 2024. "If the new and still very much minority government reaches agreement with National Rally and passes the 2025 budget, then it will produce some relief in markets ... "With the end of ultra-low interest rates, France's debt servicing costs are projected by the ECB to rise above 4% by 2034, which would cause a major and persistent debt crisis.

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☆ An Oracle product manager got 2 promotions, a move to the US, and a $56,000 raise — all in 7 years. Here's how.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Vaidya advanced from associate software engineer to AI product manager in seven years. As a software engineer, she was keen to be part of Silicon Valley's innovations. Associate software engineerShe began her post-college career as an associate software engineer at Oracle's office in Hyderabad, India. One of the first things Vaidya did was gauge what her entire team wanted from her, instead of focusing only on her supervisor. Her job was critical to releasing a product, so the company offered her a product management role in the US instead.

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Gamers looking for an excellent deal should check out this 43-inch Samsung 4K monitor, which is 50% off at Best Buy. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. It's best for premium office use, but it can double as a basic gaming monitor thanks to its 100Hz refresh rate with AMD FreeSync support. View at AmazonThe best Cyber Monday gaming monitor dealsSeveral gaming monitors with high refresh rates and low input lag are on sale for Cyber Monday. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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☆ In an all-hands meeting, Intel's new leaders emphasized outgoing CEO Pat Gelsinger's 'personal decision'
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Helen Li | Emma Cosgrove | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

AdvertisementIntel CEO Pat Gelsinger is out of the top spot after a challenging 4-year tenure. On Monday morning, Intel employees joined an all-hands meeting after receiving an email invite at 5 a.m. PT. Being CEO of Intel was Pat Gelsinger's dream since he joined the company as a teenager in 1979. But no one at the top has the technical expertise of Gelsinger, which Intel employees pointed out in their questions. No one has been a closer witness to this roller coaster than Intel employees, who have seen multiple waves of layoffs and buyouts.

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The best Cyber Monday Apple Watch dealsThe Apple Watch Series 10 is the top pick in our guide to the best Apple Watch. Also, check out previous-generation models, which offer near-current-gen performance for lower prices, like the M3 MacBook Pro for $100 off. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with USB-C $154.00 $249.00 Save 38% The AirPods Pro 2 are a big upgrade from their predecessors, with improved noise cancellation and battery life. The AirPods Pro 2 are the best earbud-style AirPods thanks to their sound quality, features, and noise canceling. Those with future-proofing in mind should opt for the 2024 iPad Air, which can also be seen as a more affordable version of the 2024 iPad Pro models.

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☆ Why Amazon sellers and retailers are flocking to TikTok Shop despite looming U.S. ban
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Annie Palmer | In Annierpalmer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

Beachwaver is part of a growing influx of retailers that are flocking to TikTok Shop, the video app's shopping service. "When TikTok Shop was new and people hadn't used it yet, they would ask, 'Is this on Amazon yet?'" Le Bourgeois declined to comment on the looming TikTok ban, but a company spokesperson at the event said TikTok Shop isn't slowing down. Yay's Snacks, which makes crispy Cambodian beef jerky, was one of the earliest companies to join TikTok Shop when it launched. TikTok Shop was a big topic of conversation at a conference for Amazon sellers in New York in October.

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View at MejuriMejuri Serpentine Chain Necklace $411.00 $548.00 Save 25% This simple 14K gold chain is bound to be a stunner. View at MejuriMejuri Curb Chain Bracelet $186.00 $248.00 Save 25% Our 14k solid gold pieces are made to last forever. View at MejuriMejuri Large Diamond Studs $1,275.00 $1,700.00 Save 25% These glittering diamond studs clock in around .5 carats. M+ Members also earn early access to Mejuri sale events. When does the Mejuri Cyber Monday sale end?

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If you've been eyeing the lululemon's impossibly soft leggings, ubiquitous colorful belt bag (which we consider the best belt bag), or high-quality yoga wear, you're in luck. Read on for our top picks of the sale, and be sure to check out our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals from across the internet, which we're keeping updated throughout the weekend. The best Cyber Monday lululemon belt bag specialsIf we had to choose just one product to scoop up from lululemon, it would be one of the brand's belt bags. View at lululemonThe best Cyber Monday lululemon men's apparel findsWhile primarily known for its women's apparel, lululemon also makes stellar men's styles with the same thoughtful technical design. Check out our roundup of all of the best Cyber Monday deals.

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For Cyber Monday, Mint Mobile is offering a couple of promotions that offer even more value to new members. The best Mint Mobile Cyber Monday deals include discounts on select three-month and 12-month plans. The best Mint Mobile Cyber Monday dealsMint Mobile (Any 3-Month Plan) $45.00 $90.00 Save 50% All of Mint Mobile's three-month plans are now discounted for new customers. View at Mint MobileMint Mobile Cyber Monday FAQsIs Mint Mobile good? For instance, you can get a Google Pixel 9, the brand's latest flagship phone, for $500 off from Mint Mobile.

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☆ TikTok Shop's Black Friday drove $100 million in US sales and users viewed over 30,000 livestreams
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Dan Whateley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

AdvertisementTikTok Shop saw over $100 million in single-day sales on Black Friday, a spokesperson told BI. On Friday, the company drove over $100 million in US sales on its e-commerce platform Shop, a company spokesperson told Business Insider. Other top sellers on TikTok Shop's Black Friday were Tarte Cosmetics and lifestyle retailer Miniso, they added. Last year, across the full US holiday shopping season, Amazon drove around $104 billion in US holiday sales, while Walmart hit about $20 billion in US e-commerce sales during that holiday period, according to eMarketer estimates. TikTok Shop featured holiday discounts from brands like electronics maker Phillips, Fenty Beauty, and Maybelline NY, for example.

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Walmart offers some of the greatest variety when it comes to product selection, so we've gathered all of the best Walmart Cyber Monday deals below to help narrow it down for you. Be sure to check out our roundup of the best Cyber Monday deals and the best Amazon Cyber Monday deals for even more savings. Best Cyber Monday Walmart tech dealsIf you're looking for tech, Walmart has several deals on items from Sony, Samsung, Beats, and more. View at WalmartBest Cyber Monday Walmart TV dealsThe best Walmart Cyber Monday TV deals are available across top brands like Sony, LG, Vizio, and Hisense. View at WalmartBest Cyber Monday Walmart Apple dealsThere are tons of Cyber Monday Apple deals at Walmart, including savings on the Apple Watch 10 and sets of AirTags.

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