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☆ Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls of the day: Tesla, Apple, Meta, IBM, Microsoft & more
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-24 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street: KeyBanc downgrades Verizon to sector weight from overweight KeyBanc downgraded the telecom provider following earnings. Jefferies initiates California Resources at buy Jefferies says the energy company has a differentiated offering. " TD Cowen reiterates Microsoft as buy The firm recommended Microsoft heading into earnings next week. Bank of America reiterates Amazon as buy Bank of America touted Amazon ahead of earnings next week. Morgan Stanley reiterates Tesla as overweight The firm says it's sticking with top pick Tesla following earnings on Wednesday.

Persons: KeyBanc, Jefferies, Bernstein, ServiceNow, TD Cowen, Wells, Susquehanna, Lisa Su, SRE, Morgan Stanley, Tesla, Rosenblatt, Apple Organizations: Verizon, " Bank of America, IBM, Bank of America, CRC, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Deutsche Bank, Deutsche, JPMorgan, NextEra Energy Partners, NextEra Energy, AMD, Sempra Energy Locations: California, Regions

☆ US intel assesses Russian operatives behind fake video trying to smear Tim Walz
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-22 | by ( Sean Lyngaas | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Russian operatives created and amplified false online content attempting to smear Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, US intelligence agencies said on Tuesday. The statement was based on newly available intelligence and analysts worked over the weekend to analyze the media content, the official said. Some posts circulating the fake content on X garnered hundreds of thousands of views and were amplified by right-wing personalities. The Harris-Walz campaign has expressed concern that media coverage could amplify the false Russian claims. US intelligence officials will also be closely watching Iranian operatives after Election Day.

Persons: Tim Walz, ”, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Trump, Harris, Walz, “ Vladimir Putin, ” Harris, Morgan Finkelstein, “, Trump’s Organizations: CNN, Russian, Democratic, National Intelligence, Trump, Justice Department Locations: Russia, Iran

☆ The election is still incredibly close with 2 weeks to go, with warning signs for both Trump and Harris in the Sun Belt
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-22 | by ( John L. Dorman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Harris and Trump are aiming to win in the Sun Belt, but there are challenges for both candidates. AdvertisementWarning signs in the Sun BeltTrump is looking to flip Arizona and Georgia, states that he won in 2016 but lost to now-President Joe Biden in 2020. In the poll, Harris is earning the support from roughly 74% of Black voters, a robust figure. But it's well below the 88% support that Biden received from Black voters in Georgia four years ago. And the poll also showed that nearly 18% of Black voters remained undecided, in a state where Black voters could make up roughly 30% of the electorate or more.

Persons: Harris, Trump, —, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Dan Kanninen, Liz Cheney, Melina Mara, Harris isn't, It's, Cheney, Joe Biden, George W, Bush, Brandon Bell, Biden, Nikki Haley, Mitt Romney, Trump's, it's Organizations: Washington, Schar, Service, Republicans, Democratic, Trump, NBC, Getty, Sun, Republican, Nevada, GOP, Biden, South Carolina Gov, Black Locations: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada , North Carolina , Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Michigan , Pennsylvania, Phoenix, Atlanta

☆ Gulen, the powerful cleric accused of orchestrating a Turkish coup, dies
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-21 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

The U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, who built a powerful Islamic movement in Turkey and beyond but spent his later years mired in accusations of orchestrating an attempted coup against Turkish leader Reccep Tayyip Erdogan, has died. Since the failed coup, his movement has been systematically dismantled in Turkey and its influence has declined internationally. Soon after the 2016 coup, Erdogan described Gulen’s network as traitors and “like a cancer”, vowing to root them out wherever they are. The Turkish government said its actions were justified by the gravity of the threat posed to the state by the coup. Gulen had travelled to the United States for medical treatment but remained there as he faced a criminal investigation in Turkey.

Persons: Fethullah Gulen, Reccep Tayyip Erdogan, Gulen, Erdogan, ”, Erdogan’s Organizations: U.S, AK Party, Prosecutors, Gulen, Reuters Locations: Turkey, U.S, United States, Turkish, Erzurum, Edirne, Izmir, Turkey’s, Central Asia, Balkans, Africa, Gulen, Ankara, Pocono

☆ Democratic senators are crushing their GOP opponents in the money race. They're still likely to lose their majority.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-19 | by ( Bryan Metzger | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Related storiesIn the country's nine most competitive races, Democratic candidates raised an average of 2.8 times more than Republican candidates. AdvertisementAs of now, Democratic candidates have continued to lead in polling in every state where they're on defense — except for Montana. Tim Sheehy, the GOP Senate nominee in Montana, may be benefiting from the decline of "ticket-splitting." Eric Hovde, the GOP Senate nominee in Wisconsin, has poured millions into his own campaign. Republicans' "Senate Leadership Fund" raised $115.7 million in the most recent period, while Democrats' "Senate Majority PAC" raised $119 million.

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In Michigan, Trade Policies and the Water Crisis Loom Large for VotersGenesee County, Mich., home to Flint and the birthplace of General Motors, has been loyal to the Democratic Party for decades. In and around Flint, voters from both parties described feeling let down by corporations, especially auto companies, and by their political leaders. But interviews with more than 20 people across Genesee County also showed that voters still had doubts about Ms. Harris. I think that she is more so focused I think that she is more so focused on being a personality. Scroll to play video Muted Charles H. Knox Sr. Charles H. Knox Sr.

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☆ These are Morgan Stanley's highest conviction plays for earnings season
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-19 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Here are five of Morgan Stanley's 10 highest conviction plays, which the firm sees near-term catalysts driving "a meaningful move" upward. Morgan Stanley sees a positive set up for Eaton and is forecasting beats on all key performance indicators, including Americas organic growth and margins. "Our detailed organic growth build supports steady ~8% organic growth in 2025-26, roughly ~200 bps above Consensus, which drives [mid-single digit] EPS upside and argues for multiple expansion on sustained strength," he added. Eaton is set to report third-quarter earnings on Oct. 29. His price target of $100 suggests shares could rise 29% from Friday's close.

Persons: Morgan Stanley, Michelle Weaver, Morgan Stanley's, Eaton, Chris Snyder, Ron Kamden, Keith Weiss, —, Sarah Min Organizations: CNBC Disruptor, Microsoft Locations: Eaton, Americas, 4Q24, Friday's

☆ Stocks are nearing a major peak and a more 'disturbed' period of weak returns is ahead for investors, CIO says
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Jennifer Sor | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Grant said stocks could soon enter a period of weak returns, possibly for "many years." AdvertisementThe bull market in stocks looks like it's close to the top, according to an investment chief. AdvertisementSentiment and position indicators are also flashing signs investors are overexcited about the stock market, Grant said. The 3-month moving average of year-ahead stock market expectations has climbed to its highest on record, according to Conference Board data. That suggests there's little "cushion" in the event the stock market declines or experiences a shock, Grant said.

Persons: Michael Grant, Grant, —, subpar, Morgan Organizations: Calamos Investments, Service, Conference, Board, Federal, Federal Reserve, Governors, Morgan Research, Bloomberg, Investors

☆ India’s alleged interference in Canada was ‘a horrific mistake,’ Trudeau says
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

OTTAWA, Canada — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Wednesday that India had made “a horrific mistake” by thinking it could interfere as aggressively as it allegedly did in Canada’s sovereignty. “The Indian government made a horrific mistake in thinking that they could interfere as aggressively as they did in the safety and sovereignty of Canada,” he told an independent inquiry into foreign interference in Canadian politics. In response, India’s foreign ministry issued a terse two-line statement, saying Trudeau’s deposition confirmed New Delhi’s stand that Canada had provided no evidence to support its allegations against Indian diplomats. “The responsibility for the damage that this cavalier behavior has caused to India-Canada relations lies with Prime Minister Trudeau alone,” the foreign ministry statement said. Trudeau said Ottawa could take further steps to ensure Canadians’ security but declined to give details.

Persons: Justin Trudeau, Trudeau, ” Organizations: Canadian, Canada Locations: OTTAWA, Canada, India, Ottawa

☆ At 95, I'm a gym rat. I stopped drinking wine a decade ago and eat homegrown food.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

David Scott, 95, spends 45 minutes at the gym every other day of the week. He also credited his longevity to eating homegrown produce and said it was half his food intake. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementI'm the oldest person at my gymAround a decade ago, I joined Planet Fitness, my local gym. I'm the oldest person in the gym, but I enjoy the company of younger people who encourage and inspire me.

Persons: David Scott, —, I've, didn't, Scott, Lydia Organizations: Service, Health, Fitness, Business Locations: New Hampshire, New England, Colorado, Italy, Kenya

☆ A series of earthquakes has Southern California shook. Is a big one coming?
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Stephanie Elam | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

One more thing Southern California is known for: earthquakes. While the San Andreas is the most famous, scientists know it’s not the only fault that can produce a powerful earthquake in Southern California. Residents clean up in the Van Nuys neighborhood following the 1994 Northridge earthquake in Los Angeles on January 17, 1994. Many newcomers have no idea the havoc a big earthquake can wreak, including young Angelinos who grew up in Southern California‘s quiet times. “We need to be prepared, because we could have an earthquake that’s pretty big at any time,” Husker said.

Persons: there’s, ”, Kate Scharer, Andreas, it’s, Robert de Groot, Vinnie Zuffante, Angelinos, They’ve, ” Allen Husker, “ There’s, Husker, Clarence Wayne Dean, Douglas C, ” Scharer, Scharer, Don’t, “, de Groot, ” Husker Organizations: Los Angeles CNN, Pasadena, United States Geological Survey, Geological Survey, California Institute of Technology, Southern California Seismic, CNN, Los Angeles Police, Disease Locations: Hollywood, Southern California, Los Angeles, Malibu, San Gabriel, Sierra, Van Nuys, Los Angeles County, Southern, California, California , Oregon, Washington

☆ The sun is at its 11-year maximum. That means another year of eruptions that can endanger satellites, ground flights, and spark stunning auroras.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Morgan Mcfall-Johnsen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

NASA says the sun is in the highly active "maximum phase" of its 11-year solar cycle. That means there will probably be big solar storms bringing beautiful aurora in the next year or so. Solar eruptions can also disrupt GPS, delay flights, and even knock out power grids. NASA announced Tuesday that the sun is in the "maximum phase" of its 11-year solar cycle, which basically means it's hyperactive. National Weather Service in Shreveport, LABut solar eruptions can also endanger satellites, astronauts, and even power grids here on Earth.

Persons: —, Kelly Korreck, Morgan McFall, Johnsen, Elsayed Talaat, Bill Murtagh, Murtagh, Lisa Upton, they'd, it's, Upton Organizations: NASA, Service, National Weather Service, NASA's, National Oceanic, Atmospheric Administration, NOAA, Prediction Locations: Arizona, California, Shreveport , Louisiana, Shreveport, LA, NASA's Heliophysics, Sweden, Arkansas, San Francisco

☆ Aussie hit by China stimulus scepticism; US dollar firm on Fed outlook
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The Aussie dropped as much as 0.51% to $0.6669, the lowest since Sept. 12, before changing hands down 0.38% at $0.6678 as of 0133 GMT. The New Zealand dollar sank as much as 0.69% to $0.6041, a level last seen on Aug. 19. China will hold a press conference on Thursday to discuss promoting the "steady and healthy" development of the property sector. The dollar was little changed at 149.135 yen , not far from Monday's high of 149.98 yen, the strongest since Aug. 1. The euro edged 0.05% lower to $1.08875, and earlier touched $1.0882, matching the low from Tuesday, which was the weakest level since Aug. 8.

Persons: There's, Ray Attrill, there's, Attrill Organizations: New Zealand, National Australia Bank, Statistics, U.S, Traders, Fed, European Central Bank Locations: New Zealand, Beijing, China, Statistics New Zealand

☆ Investor sentiment starting to enter into frothy territory with so much going well for stock market
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Bob Pisani | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Fully 90% expect a "soft landing," or "no landing" at all (i.e. That's not the case here: the Fed is cutting rates going into, at worst, a soft landing, which is very unusual. The S & P 500 was up 2.0% in September and is higher by 0.9% so far in October. Historically, the S & P tends to rise beginning in the last week of October and through November and December. Goldman Sachs noted that, since 1928, the median S & P 500 return from October 15 to December 31 has been 5.17%.

Persons: That's, Alicia Levine, BNY, Goldman Sachs, Goldman, buybacks, Stocks, there's, AAII, BofA Organizations: America, Trump, Bank of America Global Fund, Survey, Fed, buybacks, American Association of Locations: U.S, frothy

☆ Kirill Shevchenko: Chess grandmaster expelled from competition for allegedly using a mobile phone during matches
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —A Romanian chess grandmaster was expelled from a national-level competition after being accused of using a mobile device during play, organizers announced on Monday. Kirill Shevchenko, currently 69th in the chess world rankings, was competing at the Spanish Team Championship in the Spanish enclave of Melilla when the alleged instance of cheating occurred. Subsequently, his draws in the opening two rounds of the competition for the Silla – Integrant Collectius team were turned into defeats. If further information comes to light, we will decide within the Federation our next steps.”The Romanian Chess Federation directed CNN to its statement when contacted for comment. CNN has contacted the International Chess Federation (FIDE) for comment on the incident.

Persons: Kirill Shevchenko, Integrant, ”, Integrant Col·lectius, “, Shevchenko, Chess.com, Óscar Bruno de Prado, FEDA, Silla, ” Shevchenko Organizations: CNN, Spanish Team, Silla, Spanish Chess Federation, ”, Facebook, Romanian Chess Federation, Federation, Romanian, International Chess Federation Locations: Romanian, Spanish, Melilla, Ukraine, Romania

☆ At Univision town hall, Trump refuses to back off false claims about Haitian migrants eating pets in Ohio
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Gregory Krieg | Kate Sullivan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Former President Donald Trump on Wednesday repeated his false claim that Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, are eating their neighbors’ pets, using a town hall with undecided Latino voters to prop up misinformation that has been rejected by local and statewide leaders from both parties. Trump has made inroads with Hispanic voters, but Vice President Kamala Harris still has an advantage – albeit slimmer than Joe Biden’s in 2020 – with that demographic. The former president on Wednesday largely ignored the detailed questions from the audience, frequently pivoting to attacks on undocumented immigrants. Trump did not respond directly, but – after acknowledging he’s never been to the city – said he is planning a visit. “We had the strongest border we’ve ever had in the history, recorded history of our country,” Trump said when questioned about his border plan.

Persons: Donald Trump, Trump, ”, ” Trump, –, they’re, Enrique Acevedo, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden’s, Harris, Ohio Sen, JD Vance, Mike DeWine, “, he’s, “ I’m, Oklahoma Sen, James Lankford Organizations: CNN, Univision, National Association of Black Journalists, Republican, City, Capitol, Oklahoma, Democrats, Republican Party, Trump Locations: Springfield , Ohio, Springfield, Florida, Mexican, Mexico

☆ Apple announces new iPad mini, available to order now and in stores on Oct. 23
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Todd Haselton | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Apple announced a new iPad mini on Tuesday, offering the first update to its smallest tablet since 2021. The new iPad mini comes with a faster A17 Pro processor, the same chip that was in last year's iPhone 15 Pro. That means it supports Apple Intelligence, the company's new suite of artificial intelligence features that will slowly begin rolling out to users this month. Apple's smallest iPad has attracted a fanbase of users who appreciate its more portable 8.3-inch screen for reading books or taking notes. The iPad Mini supports the latest Apple Pencil Pro, which was introduced alongside the iPads Pro earlier this year.

Organizations: Apple, Apple Intelligence, CNBC, YouTube

☆ Even the strongest pillar of the Chinese economy is showing signs of weakness
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

China's export growth slowed in September, raising concerns about future economic stability. China may delay further economic stimulus ahead of the US election, anticipating potential tariffs. The market had expected China's exports to grow 6% on-year in September, according to a Reuters' poll of economists. AdvertisementThe timing of the decline in China's exports also came at an untimely moment — weeks before the US presidential election. Beijing has rejected this view, saying the West's accusations are protectionist and aimed at containing China's economic growth.

Persons: —, hasn't, Lu Daliang, Donald Trump, Rory Green, GlobalData.TS Lombard, Green Organizations: Service, Reuters, EU, Administration of Customs, Nomura, BofA Securities, Republican, Authorities, Trump, US Locations: China, Japan, South Korea, Beijing

☆ True Value declares bankruptcy and sells itself to a hardware rival
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Jordan Valinsky | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —True Value, a 75-year old hardware store brand, has filed for bankruptcy and is selling substantially all of its operations to a rival, the company announced Monday. True Value said its stores will remain open, because they are not part of the bankruptcy proceedings. In bankruptcy court filings, True Value said it faces a significant cash crunch as the housing market stalled and consumers have become far more picky about discretionary purchases like hardware. Bigger rivals like Home Depot and Lowe’s have also been in a yearslong slump since the pandemic boom, but they remain in a significantly stronger financial situation than True Value. Do it Best is a member-owned wholesaler that sells hardware, lumber and other home goods to independent stores.

Persons: ”, Chris Kempa, Dan Starr, there’s Organizations: New, New York CNN, Home Locations: New York

☆ Obama’s reemergence on the campaign trail for Harris comes as he recognizes his own legacy is at stake
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-13 | by ( Edward-Isaac Dovere | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +14 min

This past Wednesday alone, he recorded 21 videos for the Harris campaign. Obama acolytes have spent the last eight years rationalizing Trump as the last gasp backlash to the Democrat and his presidency. While most of the party leaders Harris called that Sunday afternoon, including Bill Clinton, and immediately pledged support, Obama held off. Harris advisers knew Obama and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi favored an open process to find a new nominee. And according to people who know about the conversations, he checks in with several of his own closest aides now helping run Harris’ campaign, such as current campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon and his own 2008 campaign manager, David Plouffe.

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☆ A Professor Made Porn. His Firing May Shape the Future of Free Speech
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-13 | by ( Hallie Lieberman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

Can a tenured professor be fired for making porn? "We don't want to be known as Porn U," said Betsy Morgan, who replaced Gow as interim chancellor. Leitner presented Gow's videos as part of his broader advocacy of nonmonogamy. The regents, Gow said, "are willing to fire me for the short-term goodwill they get with the far right." He puts Gow's online porn in the same category as "posting inflammatory personal, political opinions on social media."

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☆ Israel’s last war against Hezbollah ended in stalemate. Fierce border clashes suggest a win won’t be easy
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Ivana Kottasová | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

Northern Israel CNN —The Ziv hospital in northern Israel is on high alert. Both the IDF and Hezbollah said there had been fierce clashes and several cross-border attacks in the past week. Most troops appeared in high spirits in the days after the ground operation began. He was born in 2006, the year of the Second Lebanon War – a coincidence that is not lost on him. “The first (Israeli) soldiers have now been killed in the Third Lebanon War and the children who will fight in the Fourth Lebanon War are being born now,” he said.

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The Summary The tornado outbreak that Hurricane Milton spawned in Florida was a leading cause of death and damage from the storm. Hurricane Milton brought an earlier-than-expected dose of chaos before it made landfall this week, as supercell thunderstorms — which feature rotating updrafts and can produce tornadoes — raced across the state. From 1995 through 2023, just five tornadoes produced by tropical storms were rated that high. “With the initial tornadoes, that particular band of showers and storms from Milton seemed to really eject pretty far out in front of the hurricane,” Gallus said. That’s how it played out during Milton, Gallus said: The twisters “occurred right where we see most tornadoes happen.”But in Milton’s case, he noted, the tornadoes were particularly concentrated.

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☆ These stocks were the big winners this week and analysts see more good times ahead
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

A handful of stocks stood out as the biggest winners on Wall Street this week, and analysts think they have more room to run. Consensus price targets from analysts polled by LSEG imply 16% upside for shares moving forward. Super Micro Computer also made the list, with shares of the information technology stock up nearly 16% on the week. Analysts polled by LSEG forecast upside of nearly 62%, per their consensus price targets. Consensus forecasts from analysts polled by LSEG forecast about 19% upside moving forward.

Persons: Wells Fargo, Dow Jones, Stocks, LSEG, Andrew Didora Organizations: JPMorgan Chase, CNBC Pro, Bank of America, Computer, Nvidia, LSEG

☆ Milwaukee’s Black voters expose cracks in Democratic foundation for Harris
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( John King | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

“How do you feel about Kamala Harris?” Johnson asks when a woman answers the door and steps out onto the porch. … She’s making a good image for herself and for the Democrats.”A year ago, Lang was blunt about Biden’s struggles in Milwaukee’s Black neighborhoods. “If I were a gambling man, I would probably put my money on Harris,” Jones told us in an interview at Confectionately Yours, a new Black-owned coffee shop and bakery on Milwaukee’s Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Milwaukee-based entrepreneur Eric Jones describes the change in "energy" and voter enthusiasm since Vice President Kamala Harris became the Democratic presidential nominee. Harris’ work as San Francisco district attorney and California attorney general might help woo suburban voters but, at a minimum, raises questions here.

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