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Economists already utilize machine learning, a branch of AI, to analyze data and develop economic projections. Korinek expects it to “revolutionize research,” according to a paper he wrote that was accepted for publication by the Journal of Economic Literature. Impact on employmentSo what could be the impact of genAI’s advancement on employment in economics? Jobs site Indeed conducted a recent study gauging the level of exposure of certain jobs to genAI based on the skills needed to perform them. Economists use a lot of technology to do their jobs, which are tasks that genAI could also perform, especially as it becomes more and more refined.

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☆ ECB's Stournaras interview with Reuters
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-12 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +9 min

Member of the ECB governing council and Governor of the Bank of Greece, Yannis Stournaras talks during an interview with Reuters in Athens, Greece, October 11, 2023. The rise in bond yields means that financial conditions are even tighter Than before given monetary policy decisions. A: I think we should act only based on monetary policy reasons and justifications. And for the moment I see no reason why we should tighten monetary policy now because increasing the minimum requirements will imply monetary policy tightening. So, we have a pipeline of monetary policy tightening which has been decided in the past.

Persons: Yannis Stournaras, Louisa Gouliamaki, European Central Bank policymaker Yannis Stournaras, it's, I'm, reinvestments, Francesco Canepa Organizations: Bank of Greece, Reuters, REUTERS, Rights, European Central Bank policymaker, ECB, European Commission, Governing, Thomson Locations: Athens, Greece, Palestine, Russia, Ukraine, Iran, China, Europe, Israel, Italy

☆ Target shares get upgrade from Bank of America. Here's what the pros have to say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-12 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the latest reactions on Target from investors and analysts. The pros, including Jim Cramer , discussed the Minneapolis-based retail chain after Bank of America upgraded Target to buy from neutral . BofA analyst Robert Ohmes wrote that he sees improvement in traffic and an upside in gross margins at Target. The company is slated to report earnings next month. Target stock closed up 1.7% Thursday.

Persons: Jim Cramer, Robert Ohmes Organizations: Bank of America Locations: Minneapolis

☆ Exxon Mobil agrees to buy Pioneer for nearly $60 billion. What the pros say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-11 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailExxon Mobil agrees to buy Pioneer for nearly $60 billion. Here's what the pros have to sayJim Cramer, Joe Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners and Michael Landsberg of Landsberg Bennett Private Wealth Management discussed Exxon Mobil after the company agreed to buy Pioneer Natural Resources.

Persons: Jim Cramer, Joe Terranova, Michael Landsberg, Landsberg Bennett Organizations: Exxon Mobil, Virtus Investment Partners, Wealth Management, Natural Resources Locations: Landsberg

However, I'm much happier using local banks and credit unions where I can get more personal help. Credit unions aren't always perfect, but I'm happy to deal with the occasional hurdles. Savings and loans disappeared after the S&L crisis, but credit unions are very similar, and I have always stuck with local banks and credit unions for my business and personal banking. My credit union has no branches near where I live, and I sometimes have to pay ATM fees because I can't find a compatible ATM. The credit union gave us a good rate and stability that I hope to stick with until we pay off the loan.

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Amazon's big Prime Day sales event ends at midnight tonight, which means you've got less than a day to take advantage of the massive sales we're finding. And remember that most of these deals are only available to Amazon Prime subscribers. The best Prime Day deals under $25FAQsHow do you know these are good deals? Is Prime Day a good time to shop? Although Prime Day deals often aren't the lowest of the year — you might need to wait until Black Friday for the cheapest bargains — it's still a fantastic event for frugal shoppers.

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☆ Exxon Mobil agrees to buy Pioneer Natural Resources for nearly $60 billion. Here's what the pros have to say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-11 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the latest reactions on Exxon Mobil from investors and analysts. The pros, including Jim Cramer , discussed the massive U.S. oil and gas producer after the company agreed to buy its shale rival Pioneer Natural Resources in an all-stock deal for $59.5 billion. Scott Sheffield, CEO of Pioneer Natural Resources, and Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods both joined CNBC on Wednesday morning to talk about the merger and what to expect next year after its completion. Exxon Mobil stock dipped 3.6% Wednesday. Pioneer is held in Cramer's Charitable Trust portfolio.

Persons: Jim Cramer, Scott Sheffield, Darren Woods Organizations: Exxon Mobil, Natural Resources, Pioneer Natural Resources, CNBC, Trust

☆ 'Cheap' and 'compelling': Pros name the oil stocks to buy — giving one over 120% upside
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Weizhen Tan | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Oil prices jumped 4% on Monday during Asia hours , in the wake of the attack. Young said names in international and offshore oilfield services should pick up as oil prices rebound. "It just executed a large set of acquisitions and is well positioned for higher oil prices and more interest in the sector." Generally, Young said oil and gas stocks are "particularly compelling." Neuhauser said small-cap energy stocks that have leveraged to increased oil prices are the ones to own right now.

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☆ 'I wanted more': Caroline Ellison tells jury that Sam Bankman-Fried didn't pay her enough attention during their relationship
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Grace Kay | Jacob Shamsian | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Caroline Ellison gave details on her past relationship with Sam Bankman-Fried in court on Tuesday. The ex-Alameda Research CEO said she "wanted more" in the relationship. Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, broke down her relationship with her on-and-off boyfriend Sam Bankman-Fried during his criminal trial in a downtown Manhattan federal courtroom on Tuesday. "In our personal relationship, there was a feeling that I wanted more in our relationship," Ellison testified. Prosecutors allege the former FTX CEO commingled funds between FTX and Alameda Research.

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Our experts answer readers' credit card questions and write unbiased product reviews (here's how we assess credit cards). The Prime Visa card launched a new intro bonus to celebrate: a $150 Amazon gift card upon approval of your credit card application. Amazon Prime Day 2023 has come and gone, but there's another savings event, called Prime Big Deals Day, happening on October 10-11. Get a $150 Amazon gift card upon approval with the Prime VisaFrom October 10-31, you'll receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon approval of your credit card application. Other cards offer higher cash-back rates on non-Amazon purchases Insider’s Take The Amazon Prime Visa is a good choice if you're already an Amazon Prime member — and do quite a bit of online shopping.

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Average 30-year mortgage rates remain around a half a percentage point higher than they were a month ago. Mortgage rates have increased dramatically this year, and they'll likely remain elevated for the remainder of 2023. 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. Sky high mortgage rates have pushed many hopeful buyers out of the market, slowing homebuying demand and putting downward pressure on home prices.

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☆ Caroline Ellison is about to spill the beans on her ex-boyfriend Sam Bankman-Fried
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Grace Kay | Jacob Shamsian | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Caroline Ellison is set to testify later today in the criminal case against Sam Bankman-Fried. The former Alameda Research CEO is expected to be a key witness in the case against Bankman-Fried. AdvertisementAdvertisementAll eyes will be on star witness Caroline Ellison when she takes the stand later today in the trial against her ex-boyfriend and former boss Sam Bankman-Fried. They say Bankman-Fried siphoned money from customer accounts to fund crypto bets with Alameda Research, a hedge fund he controlled. Since the exchange collapsed, the former FTX CEO has attempted to put the blame for the platform's collapse on other executives, including Ellison.

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☆ Nelson Peltz raises stake in Disney. Here's what the pros say to do next
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-09 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the latest reactions on Disney from investors and analysts. The pros, including Jim Cramer , discussed the entertainment giant after activist investor Nelson Peltz's firm, Trian Fund Management, increased its stake in Disney to roughly 30 million shares . Trian is also pushing for multiple seats on the company's board, including one for Peltz. Earlier this year, the firm sought a seat for just Peltz, but the investor had dropped his initial proxy fight after the entertainment juggernaut revealed a massive restructuring plan. Disney stock gained more than 2% Monday and is held in Cramer's Charitable Trust portfolio.

Persons: Jim Cramer, Nelson Peltz's Organizations: Trian Fund Management, Trian, Disney, Trust Locations: Disney

☆ Forget the U.S: Pros say another top market looks cheap and offers the 'best' opportunities
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-09 | by ( Amala Balakrishner | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Attractive returns and the breadth of opportunities are among the many reasons the U.S. has long reigned supreme for investors. In terms of countries, Japan looks to offer the best combination of earnings growth, cheap valuations and policy support," Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International, told CNBC Pro. "Japanese shares are trading on around 15 times this year's expected earnings and 14 times earnings two years out," he said. "There has been some increase in this multiple during the recent rally in Japanese shares, but they remain relatively cheap compared to the U.S. which trades on around 20 times earnings." Among his choices is the Baillie Gifford Japanese Fund, which he describes as a "growth-focused fund run by an experienced manager."

Persons: Tom Stevenson, Daniel Hurley, Rowe Price, Stevenson, TRP's Hurley, Fidelity's Stevenson, Hurley, Baillie Gifford Organizations: Fidelity International, CNBC, CNBC Pro, Japan, Tokyo Exchange Group, Stock, Japan's, Bank of Japan, Sony, Astella Pharmaceuticals, Fund, Schroder Japan Trust, SoftBank, SBI Holdings, Hitachi, Nippon Gas, Toyota, Japan IMI Locations: Japan, U.S

☆ Savings Account and CD Rates Today | New 16 Month No Penalty CD Comes to Market
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +15 min

With rates rapidly changing, how can you feel confident that you're getting the best savings account or best CD? Compare Today's Savings RatesLeading High-Yield Savings Account RatesRemember that high-yield savings account rates are variable, so they will change over time. Fees no monthly service fee Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 5.26% Minimum Deposit Amount $1 Pros Check mark icon A check mark. Fees no monthly service fee Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 5.25% (as of 08/11/2023) Minimum Deposit Amount $0 Pros Check mark icon A check mark. 2-Year CDsThe best 2-year CD rates will be slightly lower than 1-year and no-penalty CD rates.

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☆ TV presenter under fire for 'racist' comments, suggesting that bloodsucking bedbugs of Paris are linked to immigrants
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

A right-wing TV host in France linked the Paris' bedbug outbreak to immigrants. A government minister called Praud's comments on CNews, likened to Fox News, as "hate speech." AdvertisementAdvertisementA right-wing pundit in France is under investigation by Arcom, the country's audiovisual regulator, for making "racist" comments about the current bedbug infestation in Paris, The Times reports. Pascal Praud, a TV host on right-wing channel CNews, asked Nicolas Roux de Bezieux, the founder of a pest control firm, whether immigrants had caused the onslaught of bedbugs. David Belliard, Paris' Deputy Mayor, called the comments "stupid and racist," and added that CNews' views could be summarized in the clip.

Persons: Pascal Praud, —, Arcom, Nicolas Roux de Bezieux, Praud, Roux de Bezieux, Le, Emmanuel Macron's, Bérangère Couillard, David Belliard, Euronews, CNews, Eric Zemmour, Louis, Ferdinand Céline Organizations: Fox News, Service, Times, Charles, Rugby, Agence France, AP, France Insoumise, Gender Equality Locations: France, Paris, Gaulle

☆ Pioneer Natural Resources soars amid report that it could be acquired by Exxon. Here’s what the pros say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( Alison Conklin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the latest reactions on Pioneer Natural Resources from investors and analysts after The Wall Street Journal published a report Thursday night that Exxon Mobil is closing in on a deal to buy the energy company. Shares of Pioneer spiked following the news as investors are anticipating what could be the largest acquisition from Exxon since it bought Mobil in 1998. Pioneer's stock closed Friday's trading session up about 10.5% and is also held in Jim Cramer 's Charitable Trust.

Persons: Jim Cramer Organizations: Natural Resources, Exxon Mobil, Exxon, Mobil

☆ Savings Account and CD Rates Today | Lock in 6% Rates Today
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

With rates rapidly changing, how can you feel confident that you're getting the best savings account or best CD? Leading High-Yield Savings Account RatesRemember that high-yield savings account rates are variable, so they will change over time. Fees no monthly service fee Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 5.26% Minimum Deposit Amount $1 Pros Check mark icon A check mark. Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 5.31% Minimum Deposit Amount $1 Pros Check mark icon A check mark. 2-Year CDsThe best 2-year CD rates will be slightly lower than 1-year and no-penalty CD rates.

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☆ Pioneer Natural Resources stock soars amid deal report. Here's what the pros say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( Alison Conklin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPioneer Natural Resources stock soars amid deal report. Here's what the pros sayJim Cramer, Joe Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners and Bill Smead of Smead Capital Management discussed Pioneer Natural Resources as the stock spiked following a report from the Wall Street Journal that Exxon Mobil is close to a deal to buy the shale-drilling company.

Persons: Jim Cramer, Joe Terranova, Bill Smead Organizations: Resources, Virtus Investment Partners, Smead Capital Management, Natural Resources, Wall Street Journal, Exxon Mobil

☆ Investors roll more than $600 billion a year to IRAs. Anticipated Labor Department rules could raise their protections
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( Greg Iacurci | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

This is what the Labor Department will likely tweak, attorneys said. Now, the Labor Department is trying again, though its rule likely won't be as far-reaching, experts said. The OMB has 90 days to review the rule, Borzi said, after which the Labor Department would issue its proposal publicly. watch nowBased on recent legal clues, attorneys expect the Labor Department will seek to raise the bar on all rollover advice provided by the financial ecosystem. That generally means investment advice must be given solely in investors' best interests.

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☆ These are the food and snack companies most at risk as the new obesity drugs revolutionize consumer behavior, according to BofA
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Food and snack companies may feel the most pressure as weight-loss drugs become more mainstream and affect consumer behaviors, according to Bank of America. Diabetes drugs that mimic gut hormones such as glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1, have found new audiences in people looking to lose weight. In some instances, people taking these medicines have reported less of a hankering for unhealthy foods or alcohol and other drinks. Weight-management products such as shakes or frozen meals could also be pressured, Meacham added. CNBC Pro compiled some of the stocks that could be at risk that the firm is watching.

Persons: Geoff Meacham, Meacham, —, Michael Bloom Organizations: Bank of America, Diabetes, CNBC Pro Locations: LSEG

However, there are some key differences between the mechanics of credit cards and Helocs. Still, Helocs have far lower rates than credit cards, even for borrowers with strong credit scores. If interest rates climbed to 7% a year later, your payment would rise to $58 a month until the end of the draw period—unless interest rates move again or you draw more from the line. (Secured credit cards are an option for people with limited credit history; they require a cash down payment.) Consolidating credit card debt is another common use, since rates on credit cards can be as much as double what they are on home-equity loans.

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☆ Savings Account and CD Rates Today | 3-Year Variable Rate Hits 5.60% APY
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-05 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

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The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express and The American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card are two great no-annual-fee business cards, but they usually don't come with welcome offers for new cardholders. With The American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card, you can earn unlimited cash back on your spending with no annual fee. Amex Blue Business Cash Card review External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user." Blue Business Cash Card welcome bonus detailsThe American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card is the cash-back counterpart of The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express, earning 2% cash back on up to $50,000 in purchases each calendar year (then 1% back). Read our Amex Blue Business Cash card review for more details.

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While you can repair your credit on your own, many people find the process of repairing credit overwhelming and want to enlist help from a credit repair company. Beguin explains that "a credit sweep is an attempt to remove all negative accounts from your credit report, thereby 'sweeping' your credit report clean." How to choose a credit repair companyWhile you don't need to hire a credit repair company to fix your credit for you, it's important to know how to choose correctly if you decide against a DIY approach. Credit repair cost frequently asked questionsIs it worth paying for credit repair? Paying for credit repair is only worth it if there are significant errors on your credit report that need rectifying.

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