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☆ I went back to work 6 weeks after having a baby. My husband had to turn his schedule upside down to support mine.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Liz Bolton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Before having my baby I was working as an actor in Los Angeles. I went back to casting and working six weeks postpartum and am grateful for my husband's support. AdvertisementI went back to work when she was 6 weeks oldMy daughter was born in November, which was lucky timing. As a commercial actor, I didn't have co-workers in the traditional sense, but I did have co-auditioners. More than once, we had to come home early from a family trip so that I could make it to a shoot I'd been cast in while out of town.

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☆ Trump's policies could usher in stagflation and send stock prices plummeting, 'Dr. Doom' economist says
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Jennifer Sor | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Such a scenario would entail higher inflation, higher rates, and falling stock prices, Roubini predicted. "That's going to crowd economic growth, and bond yields above 5% would imply a correction of stock prices and negative impacts on the economy." AdvertisementOther experts have warned some of Trump's policies could lead to higher inflation and interest rates, with his tariff plan attracting significant criticism from economists. Some of Trump's policies — like his plans to loosen regulation — could prop up business activity and fuel growth, Roubini noted. "I think markets are still in a wait-and-see to figure out whether the policies are going to be hurting the economy," Roubini said.

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☆ The interest rate on my high-yield savings account keeps dropping. I asked 3 experts how to earn more on my cash.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Christine Ji | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

My bank has lowered the APY on my high-yield savings account by almost half a percent recently. AdvertisementIt's never pleasant to receive an email from your bank informing you that the interest rate on your high-yield savings account is decreasing. From August until the end of October, the annual percentage yield (APY) on my high-yield savings account has fallen from 4.6% to 4.2%. After paying off my bills every month, I would put the remainder of my paycheck into my high-yield savings account and watch the number creep up. Is there anything I can do about the state of my savings account, or do I have to watch my yield erode away slowly?

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☆ Team Meta? Team Alphabet? A noted tech analyst weighs in and so does Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

While keeping buy ratings on both stocks, Nathanson raised his firm's price targets on Alphabet and Meta. In support of giving Alphabet the edge, he sees faster revenue growth from Meta but at a higher cost. For one, Meta has consistently delivered revenue and earnings ahead of consensus, rooted in stron advertising revenue from AI advancements. Bottom line Jim Cramer sees merit in MoffettNathanson's buy calls on Alphabet and Meta and believes it is just about "time to buy both" of these AI and advertising leaders. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade.

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☆ Fed's Kashkari: The Fed will not model Trump policies effect on economy until they become clear
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | 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 EmailFed's Kashkari: The Fed will not model Trump policies effect on economy until they become clearCNBC's Steve Liesman joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss new comments from Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari.

Persons: Steve Liesman, Neel Kashkari Organizations: Trump Locations: Minneapolis

☆ Stock futures are little changed as investors look toward key inflation report: Live updates
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Hakyung Kim | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Traders work on the New York Stock Exchange floor on November 12, 2024 in New York City. U.S. stock futures traded near the flatline Tuesday night as Wall Street awaited the latest consumer price index data for insights on the pace of inflation. S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq 100 futures also inched down around 0.1% each. Other notable economic data releases later this week include the producer price index data and retail sales numbers, which will be announced on Thursday and Friday, respectively. "This is a busy week with consumer prices, producer prices, and retail sales.

Persons: Dow, Tom Hainlin, Dow Jones, Scott Helfstein Organizations: New York Stock, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, U.S, Bank Wealth Management, Investors, Federal, Global, Fed Locations: New York City . U.S

☆ Goldman Sachs' Robert Kaplan: Independent Fed is critical & Powell should be allowed to finish term
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | 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 EmailGoldman Sachs' Robert Kaplan: Independent Fed is critical & Powell should be allowed to finish termRobert Kaplan, Goldman Sachs vice chairman and former Dallas Fed president, joins CNBC's 'Power Lunch' to discuss whether president-elect Donald Trump will fire Fed chair Jerome Powell, whether there's a possibility the Fed will take a "wait and see" approach to the new administration, and more.

Persons: Goldman Sachs, Robert Kaplan, Powell, Donald Trump, Jerome Powell Organizations: Dallas Fed

☆ U.S. Treasury yields move higher as traders digest Trump win, await key data
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

ET, the 10-year Treasury yield rose by more than four basis points to 4.3550%. The yield on the 2-year Treasury — which is the most sensitive to interest rate expectations — rose by more than six basis points to 4.3149%. U.S. Treasury yields jumped on Tuesday as investors continued to digest what President-elect Donald Trump's election win could mean for interest rates, and awaited key economic data — including inflation — later this week. It comes after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for a second consecutive time last week, by 25 basis points to a target range of 4.50%-4.75%. Federal Reserve officials including Richmond Federal Reserve President Thomas Barkin and Federal Reserve board governor Christopher Waller will also speak on Tuesday.

Persons: Donald Trump's, Thomas Barkin, Christopher Waller Organizations: Treasury, U.S, Federal Reserve, Traders, Federal, Richmond Federal, FactSet

☆ Bonds grab the wheel — plus, more activist news and a profit warning tied to tariffs
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Jeff Marks | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

But it shows how the stock market begins to get a little skittish whenever bond yields surge like this. We've seen that dynamic rear its head from time to time during the rise in bond yields that began in September. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER . NO FIDUCIARY OBLIGATION OR DUTY EXISTS, OR IS CREATED, BY VIRTUE OF YOUR RECEIPT OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INVESTING CLUB.

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☆ The stock market is loving Trump’s return. The bond market has some concerns though
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Matt Egan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —Donald Trump is returning to the White House, and the stock market is loving it. ‘The regime change’For now, stock market investors don’t seem bothered by the jump in bond yields or these inflationary or debt concerns. “The stock market jumped for joy that the election results were definitive, thus averting a contested election. Of course, market veterans say they wouldn’t be surprised to see the stock market eventually display concern about tariffs and inflation under Trump. That could pose a number of problems for the economy and the stock market.

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☆ Elon Musk wants to radically reshape who controls America’s money supply
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Elisabeth Buchwald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

“The Federal Reserve is one of many examples of how we’ve deviated from the Constitution in that regard,” Lee added. Challenging the Fed’s independence“The American people re-elected President Trump by a resounding margin giving him a mandate to implement the promises he made on the campaign trail. That’s empowered Fed officials to make interest rate decisions that aren’t necessarily popular but could help the nation’s economy in the long run. But on the campaign trail, Trump floated requiring Fed officials to consult with him on interest rate decisions. That could lead to pressure on Fed officials to keep rates lower to satisfy Trump’s wishes, which in turn could reignite inflation.

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☆ Home Depot’s sales are improving, but it says consumers are still cautious about spending
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Melissa Repko | In Melissa-Repko | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

It previously expected total sales to rise by between 2.5% and 3.5% for the year. Home Depot customers have continued to put off projects, even though they're in good financial shape, he said. It marked the eighth consecutive quarter of negative comparable sales at Home Depot, though the smallest drop since the string of declines began. Sales related to Hurricanes Helene and Milton contributed about one half a percentage point of sales growth to the quarter. Even as Home Depot reports modest growth, some investors have bet the company will see stronger sales in the near future.

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☆ 'The market is right': Former Fed policymaker Mester sees fewer rate cuts next year after Trump's victory
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Karen Gilchrist | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The U.S. Federal Reserve could carry out fewer interest rate cuts than previously expected next year should President-elect Donald Trump's proposed global tariffs take hold, former Fed policymaker Loretta Mester said Tuesday. Markets trimmed their forecasts for rate cuts following Trump's election victory last week, with speculation growing around his tariff proposals and their implications for the world economy. It comes as concern is growing among global policymakers about the implications of Trump's fiscal plans, particularly on tariffs. "A trade war is the last thing we need," he continued. "If a trade war is to start, the European Union must not be unprepared as it was in 2018."

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☆ NY Fed: Inflation expectations decline slightly
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Steve Liesman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNY Fed: Inflation expectations decline slightlyCNBC's Steve Liesman reports on the latest news from the New York Federal Reserve.

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☆ Larry Summers sounds the alarm bell on inflation — before Trump even takes office
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Matt Egan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Now, with many celebrating the apparent defeat of inflation, Summers is delivering another warning to Washington. Summers, the famed economist and former Treasury secretary, cautioned Tuesday that the inflation genie may not be back in the bottle. “My own judgement is that the Fed and markets are still underestimating the overheating risk,” Summers said during a conversation hosted by the New York Economic Club. “I am fearful that the Fed is going to be more like once burned, twice burned, rather than once burned, twice shy, on inflationary risks,” Summers said. “There is a very substantial risk that the president will attempt to implement what he talked about.

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☆ Fed's Barkin: Economy and policy are in a good place
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Steve Liesman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFed's Barkin: Economy and policy are in a good placeCNBC's Steve Liesman reports on the latest comments from Richmond Federal Reserve president Tom Barkin.

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☆ It’s healthy to challenge some of the powers that have been accumulated by the Fed: Judy Shelton
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | 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 EmailIt’s healthy to challenge some of the powers that have been accumulated by the Fed: Judy SheltonCNBC’s Steve Liesman and Independent Institute senior fellow Judy Shelton join 'Squawk Box' to discuss the independence of the Federal Reserve, whether the Fed has accumulated too much power, and more.

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☆ Baker: Rates continue to come down... housing improves.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | 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 EmailBaker: Rates continue to come down... housing improves. Michael Baker, Managing Director at D.A. Davidson, discusses the Fed's rate cuts benefiting housing and Home Depot's focus on the larger pro market, setting it apart from Lowe's.

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☆ Gold extends decline; investors await U.S. data, Fed comments
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Gold prices fell for a second straight session on Monday, while investors prepared for U.S. economic data and comments from Federal Reserve officials this week for more clarity on the future direction of U.S. interest rates. Gold prices fell for a second straight session on Monday, while investors prepared for U.S. economic data and comments from Federal Reserve officials this week for more clarity on the future direction of U.S. interest rates. "We may expect the Fed to be more cautious in its easing process ahead, which could cap gold prices," Yeap said. Several Federal Reserve officials, including Chair Jerome Powell, are scheduled to speak this week. Additionally, U.S. consumer and producer price index data, weekly jobless claims and retail sales figures are due this week.

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☆ Dollar braces for U.S. inflation data and several Fed speakers
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The dollar started in a cautious mood on Monday as markets braced for U.S. inflation data and a throng of Federal Reserve speakers this week, while the yuan nursed a hangover from Beijing's latest underwhelming stimulus package. The dollar started in a cautious mood on Monday as markets braced for U.S. inflation data and a throng of Federal Reserve speakers this week, while the yuan nursed a hangover from Beijing's latest underwhelming stimulus package. Reports on retail sales and industrial output due Friday should show whether Beijing's various attempts at stimulus are having any real effect on demand. The dollar stood at 7.1970 yuan , having jumped 0.7% on Friday, and looks set to again test the 7.2000 barrier. The dollar index was a fraction firmer at 105.00, after gaining 0.6% last week mainly against the euro.

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☆ Oppenheimer raises S&P 500 2024 forecast to highest on Street on removal of election uncertainty
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Oppenheimer sees more upside ahead for the S & P 500 now that the presidential election is over. The firm lifted its price target on the broad index to 6,200 from 5,900, reflecting 3.5% upside from Friday's close. .SPX YTD mountain S & P 500's year-to-date performance According to Stoltzfus, the election helped rid the market of lingering uncertainties and ushered in a "sigh of relief rally." The S & P 500 surged more than 4% last week, marking its biggest weekly advance in over a year. Oppenheimer retained its earnings estimates for the year, noting that the S & P 500 companies reporting so far have signaled "robust" quarters.

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☆ ETF world buzzing about new cash flooding into funds seen winning from Trump trades
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Bob Pisani | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

"For example, during Trump's previous administration, deregulation in the energy sector boosted oil and gas stocks, benefiting energy ETFs." Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG) and Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund ETF (BND), two of the world's largest bond ETFs, and longer-term funds like iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT). Crypto ETFS having big year and getting bigger Since launching in January, crypto ETFs have attracted roughly $70 billion in assets, one of the most successful ETF launches ever. Bitcoin ETFs including the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), the largest bitcoin ETF by assets under management, have seen significant inflows since October. Rosenberg at Texas Capital acknowledges that certain ETF sectors, like industrials ( Vanguard Industrials Index Fund ETF , or VIS; iShares U.S. Industrials ETF , or IYJ), "could be hurt by more tariffs."

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☆ Treasury yields are little changed as investors await key inflation data
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

The 10-year Treasury yield fell by less than one basis point to 4.3062%. The October CPI is expected to rise 0.2% on a monthly basis and to have risen 2.5% on a yearly basis, according to economists polled by FactSet. Core inflation is expected to remain steady at 0.3% and 3.3% on a monthly and yearly basis, respectively. Meanwhile, the October PPI is expected to have risen by 0.3% last month and 2.3% on a yearly basis. Last week, Fed officials lowered interest rates by 25 basis points to a target range of 4.50%-4.75%.

Persons: Donald Trump's, Thomas Barkin, Jerome Powell Organizations: Treasury, U.S, FactSet, Federal Reserve, Richmond Federal, Traders, Fed Locations: U.S

☆ S&P 500 futures are little changed after stocks close at record highs: Live updates
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures each also ticked down about 0.1% each. Monday's action comes amid a market upswing that began following last week's presidential election won by Donald Trump. The Dow gained more than 300 points to close higher than 44,000, while the S&P 500 finished the session just over 6,000. "It's a lot of what we saw back in 2016 when Trump won the election the first time." The release of data from these inflation gauges comes after the Fed last week announced another interest rate cut.

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☆ USD still a safe haven - regardless of tariffs: Macquarie Group
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | 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 EmailUSD still a safe haven - regardless of tariffs: Macquarie GroupGareth Berry of Macquarie Group sees Trump's win as an unambiguous positive for the U.S. dollar. While potential tariffs would hurt U.S. trading partners and spur retaliation, the U.S. dollar can still thrive in that environment. This may stoke inflation and slow Fed rate cuts in 2025. Berry doubts that a Trump administration will undermine Fed independence.

Persons: Macquarie Group Gareth Berry, Berry, Trump Organizations: Macquarie Group, U.S ., U.S

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