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☆ Jungle Ventures on hot sectors and themes for the Asian VC scene
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | 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 EmailJungle Ventures on hot sectors and themes for the Asian VC sceneAmit Anand of Jungle Ventures talks about trends he sees from Venture Capital investors and and founders in Asia. He notes that retail has surpassed FinTech in investments, and sees new sectors like blockchain, food and agri-tech, and health tech emerging. Amit also emphasizes the importance of responsible investing to build great companies, growing the VC ecosystem.

Persons: Amit Anand, Amit Organizations: Ventures, Jungle Ventures, Venture Capital Locations: Asia

As Cuba has grappled with electricity failures and natural disasters, Americans with family on the island and tourists considering visiting have been mobilizing to provide much-needed aid. A street is lit by car lights during the third night of a nationwide blackout in Havana on Oct. 20, 2024. Shoval explained that tourists are given suitcases filled with medical supplies to bring to drop-off locations on the island. “People who live in Cuba love Cuba, and they want to stay there because they love the island. For tourists who want to help, “Cuba is probably one of the easiest countries in the world as far as aid warrants.

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Some of the best early Black Friday deals are already live, even though the sale doesn't officially start until later this week on Nov. 29. Below, I rounded up the best early Black Friday deals so far, each of which is highly rated and at least 20% off. SKIP AHEAD Best early Black Friday deals | More early Black Friday sales | How I picked the best early Black Friday deals | Why trust NBC Select? The best early Black Friday deals of 2024I found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. The best early Black Friday salesHere are the best early Black Friday sales to know about.

Persons: I’ve, “, ”, Rebecca Rodriguez, It’s, Harry Rabinowitz, Billie, Olive, Jones, Jenni Kayne, TikTok Organizations: NBC, Alexa, Amazon, beechwood, Garmin, Walmart, JCPenney, Casper, Google, Samsung, Navy, Adidas, Wellness, Facebook, Twitter Locations: carabiner, grippy

The father of a missing Hawaii woman has died by suicide, the Los Angeles Police Department said. The investigation revealed Ryan Kobayashi, 58, the father of Hannah Kobayashi, had died of suicide, police said. Her family said Hannah Kobayashi decided to explore the area while she waited for another flight. Hannah Kobayashi. A Los Angeles police spokesperson said Monday that there was no further information available and that the investigation is ongoing.

Persons: Ryan Kobayashi, Hannah Kobayashi, Larie Pidgeon, Pidgeon, ”, Kobayashi, Hannah, “, ” Pidgeon Organizations: Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles International Airport, Nike, LAX, NBC, RAD, Los, Prevention Locations: Hawaii, Honolulu, Los Angeles, New York City, Grove, San Diego County , California, Pico Boulevard

International bestselling author Barbara Taylor Bradford died peacefully at her home on Thursday at age 91, her publishing house confirmed. More than 91 million copies of her books have been sold to date, published in more than 40 languages and in 90 countries, according to HarperCollins UK. Bradford started writing at just 7 years old and sold her first short story to a magazine at age 10, HarperCollins UK said. She met and fell in love with her husband, Hollywood film and television producer Robert Bradford, in 1961. Bradford will be buried alongside her beloved husband Robert at Westchester Hills Cemetery, New York after a private funeral, HarperCollins UK confirmed.

Persons: Barbara Taylor Bradford, Charlie Redmayne, —, Bradford, Barbara, Lynne Drew, Barbara’s, Robert Bradford, Robert, Jenny Seagrove, Liam Neeson, Seagrove, Queen, Jennifer Enderlin Organizations: HarperCollins, Facebook, New York Times, Yorkshire Evening, National Literacy Trust, of Literacy Partners, HarperCollins UK, HM, St, Martin’s Press, Westchester Hills Locations: Leeds, Yorkshire, London, New York, Bradford, U.S, Buckingham, Westchester, Westchester Hills Cemetery , New York

☆ Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +28 min

But it doesn’t have to, just ask the world’s flight attendants. “It’s important for flight attendants to know who is sitting in what seats,” she says. And during those quieter moments, he says flight attendants “honestly love to talk to passengers.”We love when people come back and talk to us. Liz SimmonsFor flight attendants, interacting with the occasional famous face is just part of the job. While gifts are thoughtful, flight attendants don’t expect them, and especially not extravagant ones.

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☆ Romania in shock after little-known, far-right populist enters presidential runoff with most votes
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Ap-Live-Blog-Byline-Image.Png | The Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

The political landscape in Romania is reeling after a little-known, far-right populist secured the first round in the presidential election, electoral data showed Monday, going from an obscure candidate to beating the incumbent prime minister. Calin Georgescu, who ran independently, will face off against reformist Elena Lasconi in a runoff in two weeks. Lasconi of the progressive Save Romania Union party, or USR, followed with 19.17%. Between 1999 and 2012, he was a representative for Romania on the national committee of the United Nations Environment Program. Romania will also hold parliamentary elections on Dec. 1 that will determine the country’s next government and prime minister.

Persons: Calin Georgescu, Elena Lasconi, Georgescu, Marcel Ciolacu, George Simion, —, Lasconi Organizations: Romania Union, Social Democratic Party, Alliance, Unity, PSD, Bureau, European Union, NATO, Facebook, Romania, United Nations Environment, Associated Press Locations: Romania, Romania’s, pedology, Ukraine

☆ Markets are well setup for a rally through year-end, says Hightower's Stephanie Link
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMarkets are well setup for a rally through year-end, says Hightower's Stephanie LinkStephanie Link, Hightower Advisors CIO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the Dow's recent performance, what the bond market is telling investors, and much more.

Persons: Stephanie Link Stephanie Link, Hightower

☆ Low gas prices are driving holiday travel sentiment, says GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailLow gas prices are driving holiday travel sentiment, says GasBuddy's Patrick De HaanPatrick De Haan, GasBuddy head of petroleum analysis, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss gas prices around the holiday season, the change in sentiment from last year, and much more.

Persons: GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan Patrick De Haan, GasBuddy

☆ Why it could be time to play AI through software instead of hardware
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailWhy it could be time to play AI through software instead of hardwareEric Hippeau, Lerer Hippeau managing partner, joins CNBC's 'Money Movers' to discuss playing AI through software, the impact of Trump's election win on the private market, and more.

Persons: Eric Hippeau, Lerer

☆ 3-Stock Lunch: Alphabet, Target, & EQT Corp.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email3-Stock Lunch: Alphabet, Target, & EQT Corp.David Trainer, New Constructs CEO, and Ken Squire, 13D Monitor founder and president, joins CNBC's 'Power Lunch' with the trades on Alphabet, Target, and EQT Corp.

Persons: David Trainer, Ken Squire Organizations: EQT Corp, 13D

☆ Wall Street is happy with Trump's Treasury Sec. pick, says Axios' Mike Allen
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailWall Street is happy with Trump's Treasury Sec. pick, says Axios' Mike AllenMike Allen, Axios co-founder, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss President-elect Trump's pick for Treasury Secretary, Trump's initial nomination for Matt Gaetz, and much more.

Persons: Axios, Mike Allen Mike Allen, Trump's, Matt Gaetz Organizations: Treasury

☆ JP Morgan: UniCredit's Orcel 'hedging himself a bit' on Banco BPM, Commerzbank bids
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailJP Morgan: UniCredit's Orcel 'hedging himself a bit' on Banco BPM, Commerzbank bidsKian Abouhossein, head of European bank equity research and global IB coverage at JP Morgan, discusses UniCredit's bid to buy Banco BPM.

Persons: JP Morgan, UniCredit's, Kian Abouhossein Organizations: Banco, JP

☆ "ETF's are here to stay" says Todd Rosenbluth of TMX VETTAFI
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 Email"ETF's are here to stay" says Todd Rosenbluth of TMX VETTAFITodd Rosenbluth, Head of Research TMX VETTAFI, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to discuss the record year for the ETF industry.

Persons: Todd Rosenbluth, TMX VETTAFI Todd Rosenbluth Organizations: Research

☆ San Francisco Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie on transforming the city
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Kate Rogers | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailSan Francisco Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie on transforming the cityIn a CNBC exclusive, San Francisco's new Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie sits down with Kate Rogers to talk about bringing remote workers back, making the city safer and diversifying business beyond tech.

Persons: Daniel Lurie, Kate Rogers Organizations: San Francisco Mayor, CNBC

☆ COP29 agreement is better than having no agreement, says Dutch climate minister
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailCOP29 agreement is better than having no agreement, says Dutch climate ministerSophie Hermans, minister of climate policy and green growth, and deputy prime minister of the Netherlands, discusses the COP29 finance deal.

Persons: Sophie Hermans Locations: Netherlands

☆ Remote workers less productive than when in office, says ManpowerGroup CEO
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailRemote workers less productive than when in office, says ManpowerGroup CEOJonas Prising, CEO and chairman of ManpowerGroup, discusses the firm's global talent barometer and his outlook for the European labour market.

Persons: Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup

☆ Jim Cramer looks at the market's response to Trump's Treasury pick
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailJim Cramer looks at the market's response to Trump's Treasury pick'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at how the market responded to news of president-elect Trump's Treasury pick.

Persons: Jim Cramer Organizations: Treasury, Trump's Treasury

☆ Lightning Round: I'm inclined to buy, not sell, Tetra Tech, says Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailLightning Round: I'm inclined to buy, not sell, Tetra Tech, says Jim Cramer'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer weighs in on stock including: Symbotic, Tetra Tech, Linde, and Brookefield.

Persons: Jim Cramer Organizations: Tetra Tech, Linde Locations: Tetra

☆ Market Open: November 25, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailNews Update – Market OpenCNBC brings you fast, accurate, and actionable business news and market updates.

Organizations: CNBC

☆ Why Barclays is raising its 2025 S&P target
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailWhy Barclays is raising its 2025 S&P targetVenu Krishna, Barclays head of U.S. equity strategy, joins CNBC's 'Money Movers' to discuss his outlook on the markets heading into 2025, potential headwinds for the markets next year, and more.

Persons: Venu Krishna Organizations: Barclays

☆ Watch CNBC’s full interview with the 'Halftime Report' traders on the 'Bessent effect' and the market rally
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailWatch CNBC’s full interview with the 'Halftime Report' traders on the 'Bessent effect' and the market rallyJoe Terranova, Steve Weiss, Bryn Talkington and Josh Brown, join ‘Closing Bell’ to discuss the 'Bessent effect' on the rally and their market outlook.

Persons: Joe Terranova, Steve Weiss, Bryn Talkington, Josh Brown, Bell

☆ The Pre-Market Rundown: November 25, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailNews Update – Pre-MarketsCNBC brings you fast, accurate, and actionable business news and market updates.

Organizations: CNBC

☆ United Wholesale Mortgage CEO talks mortgage refinancing demand
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | 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 EmailUnited Wholesale Mortgage CEO talks mortgage refinancing demandMat Ishbia, United Wholesale Mortgage CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk mortgage rates, refinancing demand, and more.

Persons: Mat Ishbia Organizations: United Wholesale Mortgage

☆ Macy's delays Q3 earnings report after accounting issue
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-25 | by ( Becky Quick | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMacy's delays Q3 earnings report after accounting issueCNBC's Becky Quick reports on the latest news from Macy's.

Persons: Becky Quick Locations: Macy's

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