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☆ Stock market today: Indexes trade near record highs after a string of solid earnings reports
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Matthew Fox | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

US stocks were mostly higher on Friday amid a string of solid third-quarter earnings reports. Netflix and Intuitive Surgical beat Wall Street estimates, boosting their stock prices to new record highs. 82% of S&P 500 companies that have reported earnings so far have surpassed Wall Street's profit estimates. AdvertisementUS stocks traded higher on Friday, with all three major averages at or near record highs as investors digested third-quarter earnings results. Intuitive Surgical also reported solid third-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street estimates for revenues and profits.

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☆ Sam Altman risks spreading himself too thin at OpenAI
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Lloyd Lee | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Sam Altman has taken a more prominent role at OpenAI as several top leaders have left the company. Altman risks spreading himself too thin, three management experts told BI. Now, as Altman leads OpenAI toward a possible for-profit future, some corporate management experts warn that the CEO could stretch himself too thin — taking on too many job functions. Altman and a spokesperson for OpenAI didn't respond to requests for comment from Business Insider. It's possible that Altman could take on the CTO role on a temporary basis, Sonnenfeld said, "but it's not likely that he can do this very long."

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☆ An apparent bomb threat saw over 200 Air India passengers stranded in Canada's freezing remote north before the air force picked them up
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Pete Syme | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

An Air India flight to Chicago diverted due to what a Canadian minister said was a bomb threat. The Canadian Air Force flew passengers to Chicago, landing 24 hours later than initially expected. AdvertisementHundreds of Air India passengers caught a flight with the Royal Canadian Air Force after the Boeing 777 they were on was diverted due to an apparent bomb threat. The bad news is there was a bomb threat on an Air India flight and an emergency landing. Air India said that over 18 hours after landing in Iqaluit, a Canadian Air Force plane took off to take passengers to Chicago.

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☆ It’s tough for young Americans to find a job right now. Blame ‘the Great Stay’
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Bryan Mena | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Staple’s plight highlights the unusually difficult situation of young Americans trying to kick-start their careers, even as the broader US economy remains in good shape. Indeed, the job market overall remains in decent shape. A ‘victim of circumstance’Everyday Americans are always at the mercy of the economy — whether it’s navigating difficulties such as high inflation and a recession, or a red-hot job market that benefits workers. Having a tough time landing that first job, in part because of broader economic forces, can have lasting consequences. “For young workers, their first few years out of school are very formative for their careers.

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☆ China just triggered more stimulus measures, even as it says its economy is showing 'stable growth'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The People's Bank of China triggered two market support programs after China announced economic data. China's economy grew 4.6% in the third quarter of this year, the country's statistics bureau announced as it touted a "stable growth trend." "The property market unsurprisingly remains the biggest drag on China's growth," wrote Song, adding that stabilization in the real estate market remains "elusive." China's economy is being dragged by factors including a property crisis, high youth unemployment, and deflation. He added that he expects Beijing to continue to do more to support growth so the economy can enter 2025 on better footing.

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☆ Dropbox's CEO explains why the company adopted Jeff Bezos' 'memo-first' meeting culture from Amazon
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Sarah Jackson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The company uses memos in meetings, which begin with attendees reading them and leaving comments. Amazon's Jeff Bezos famously banned PowerPoints in exec meetings, instead asking for 6-page memos. AdvertisementJeff Bezos' rules for meetings at Amazon have made their way to Dropbox. Dropbox CEO Drew Houston said his company has adopted the "memo-first" meeting culture. Instead, he asks for a 6-page "narratively structured" memo, and the meeting kicks off with attendees silently reading it.

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☆ Netflix just had a blockbuster quarter, and its Asia strategy had a big role to play in it
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

At 19%, Asia Pacific had the largest revenue growth rate of all regions this quarter. Local content strategy and investment in original content is boosting Netflix's competitive edge. Company executives and industry experts say growth in Asia had a role to play as well. Revenue growth in North America and Europe, Middle East, and Africa was tied at 16% each. 'Persistence in Asia'Some industry experts who reacted to Netflix's earnings also pointed to its local content creation strategy.

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☆ My family moved to Florida in 2016 and have been through 6 major hurricanes. We're staying here anyway.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Terri Peters | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Since moving to Florida in 2016, my family and I have faced several major hurricanes. Florida may seem dangerous, but the people who live here know the risk of hurricanes is worth it. "You're wondering what you did moving your family here with these storms, but they rarely happen and you will love living here. AdvertisementDespite the dangers of living in Florida, I love living hereSeven years after moving to the Sunshine State, I know my family doctor was right. There are so many things to love about living in FloridaThere are more things I love about Florida than I can count.

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☆ Analysis: Sinwar’s killing brings end of Gaza war within reach – if Israel can seize the chance
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Ivana Kottasová | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

And it could bring the devastating war in Gaza closer to an end, experts say – if Israel and its allies can seize the opportunity. Before the war, power in Hamas was decentralized – with Gaza political chief Sinwar just one of many leaders, Chorev said. Shira Efron, a senior director of policy research at the Diane and Guilford Glazer Foundation said Sinwar’s killing gives Netanyahu the chance to claim a victory. Sinwar’s killing could also pave the way for a hostage and ceasefire agreement, since he was believed to be one of the main blockers of a deal. Chorev, from Tel Aviv University, added that Netanyahu could see Sinwar’s killing as a moment to cement his legacy.

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☆ The commercial real estate recovery is on, but the rebound may be uneven
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Howard Schnapp | Newsday | Getty ImagesThe tide could be turning for commercial real estate. That could give interest rate-sensitive sectors such as commercial real estate long-awaited positive momentum. While lower rates are not a "magic bullet," the easing of the Fed's monetary policy "lays the groundwork for a commercial real estate recovery," analysts wrote in a follow-up report in late September. More than $40 billion in transactions occurred during the second quarter, a 13.9% jump quarter over quarter, but still 9.4% lower year over year, according to real estate data intelligence firm Altus Group. While these dynamics could set the stage for a broader recovery, with some major subsectors such as commercial retail real estate picking up in tandem, the path forward will likely be uneven.

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☆ US imposes first sanctions on Chinese firms for making weapons for Russia’s war in Ukraine
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Nectar Gan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

But in an announcement Thursday, the US Treasury Department accused the Chinese firms of direct involvement in arms supplies to Moscow. The Chinese companies had collaborated with Russian defense firms in the production of Moscow’s “Garpiya series” long-range unmanned aerial vehicles, the department said in a statement. “The Garpiya has been deployed by Russia in its brutal war against Ukraine, destroying critical infrastructure and causing mass casualties,” it said. “We have seen for some time Chinese companies providing components to Russian companies that Russian companies then use to turn into machinery, weapons, other components that Russia could use in its war,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller told reporters Thursday. In the latest sign of their deepening alignment, Chinese and Russian defense officials vowed to strengthen their cooperation during meetings in Beijing last week.

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☆ 'Spider-Man 4' has billion-dollar shoes to fill, and Tom Holland has some reservations
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Tom Holland said that the "Spider-Man 4" script "needs work." AdvertisementTom Holland, the star of "Spider-Man 4," has some reservations about the movie so far. In a recent interview he said a draft script he read "needs work" before Marvel Studios and Sony can start filming. AdvertisementHolland said: "It needs work, but the writers are doing a great job. Related storiesThe previous movie, "Spider-Man: No Way Home," earned $1.9 billion according to Box Office Mojo, setting big expectations for its sequel.

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☆ Here's what Wall Street money managers are doing to prepare their portfolios for their 3 biggest election concerns
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Christine Ji | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

As election day draws near, 400 Wall Street money managers identified their top concerns. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Policy initiatives could have a significant impact on the economy, especially on issues concerning inflation, the housing market, employment, and international trade. Investors can benefit from both parties: Republicans would likely pass investor-friendly tax and energy policy, while Democrats would pass more favorable US-China and trade policy. AdvertisementHere's what Wall Street is worried about this election cycle and how top money managers are preparing their portfolios for November.

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☆ China needs stimulus with 'beautiful deleveraging' to avoid debt crisis, says Ray Dalio
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Dylan Butts | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Ray Dalio, billionaire and founder of Bridgewater Associates LP, during a Bloomberg Television interview in New York US, on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Blue | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesChina must employ a "beautiful deleveraging" in addition to its recent stimulus measures in order to avoid a debt crisis, said Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio at a conference on Friday The billionaire investor defines a "beautiful deleveraging" as a balanced approach to deficits that utilizes debt restructuring along with the printing of money and debt monetization. "That's the real interesting question of China, in terms of how it's approaching its debt issue," Dalio said, speaking at the FutureChina Global Forum in Singapore. Since the end of September, Beijing has announced several waves of stimulus and reform measures aimed at boosting its economy. "I think the changes that are taking place are terrific changes, but you still have to do the debt restructuring," Dalio said.

Persons: Ray Dalio, Victor J, Dalio, That's Organizations: Bridgewater Associates, Bloomberg Television, Blue, Bloomberg, Getty Locations: New York, China, Singapore, Beijing

☆ Mark Zuckerberg and Jensen Huang's combined wealth gains this year equate to the 7th richest person in the world
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Theron Mohamed | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Mark Zuckerberg and Jensen Huang have collectively gained $150 billion this year. AdvertisementMark Zuckerberg and Jensen Huang have collectively grown over $150 billion richer this year, a figure that exceeds Warren Buffett's net worth. Huang, the CEO and cofounder of Nvidia, has gained $75.6 billion in net worth this year, second only to Zuckerberg. AdvertisementThe two tech titans have gained a combined $152 billion this year, which alone would make them the 7th richest person on earth. Zuckerberg and Huang's joint wealth has jumped to $324 billion —more than Coca-Cola ($301 billion) or Netflix ($295 billion) were worth at the end of Thursday trading.

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CNN —Special counsel Jack Smith on Friday released nearly 2,000 heavily redacted pages of documents in his 2020 election subversion criminal case against former President Donald Trump, revealing snippets of the evidence Smith relied on to charge the former president. The documents were released a day after Judge Tanya Chutkan rejected a bid by Trump to pause the release. Others include a myriad of claims of voter fraud during the 2020 election. The final volume includes memos from lawyer John Eastman with a plan for Pence to reject the congressional certification of the 2020 election. Prosecutors have charged Trump with four crimes stemming from his actions following his 2020 election loss, including conspiracy to defraud the United States and obstruction.

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☆ Germany’s auto giants are struggling to stay relevant
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Sam Meredith | In Samuelmeredith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

The latter appeared to hint at the Germany's waning influence over regional policy — a likely unthinkable notion only a few years ago. "The question is whether German car makers manage to adjust their product portfolios, change their organizations, and ramp up productivity quickly enough to preserve the status and relevance they had for decades." Brand loyaltyNot everyone is as concerned about the outlook for Germany's car industry. Sigrid de Vries, director general of the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), a car lobby group, said she finds it "really hard to believe" that Germany's auto sector is struggling to adapt to the electrification. Stephane Mouchmouche | Afp | Getty ImagesSome hope that this week's Paris Motor Show could prove to be a turning point for Europe's auto industry.

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☆ U.S. cyberspace and digital ambassador discusses election security
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | 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 EmailU.S. cyberspace and digital ambassador discusses election securityNathaniel Fick, U.S. ambassador at large for cyberspace and digital policy, discusses cyber risks and security for the upcoming U.S. elections.

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☆ I traveled to Bali with my husband and young kids to decompress. 2 years later, we're still here.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Alison Emerick | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Alison Emerick and her husband traveled to Bali for a break on their way home to Colorado. They settled into Bali life quickly, with two young kids, and didn't want to leave. AdvertisementWe settled into Bali life quicklyAs the weeks went by, and life slowed down, we realized we really liked it here. The author, her husband, and two kids embrace Bali life. The author loves how easy it is to pick up the kids from school and head to the beach as a family.

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☆ You can now buy a $1,089 platinum bar from Costco—here's what to know before investing
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Ryan Ermey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Recently, though, they've found something new to love about the wholesaler: precious metals. But it's far from the first time precious metals have been in vogue, especially among people looking to invest in them. In other words, with platinum not having changed much in price during gold's recent rise, precious metals investors may be wondering if it's the next big thing. But potential investors in gold or platinum should know some key differences. How to invest in precious metals

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☆ Embraer CEO says jet maker studying possibilities for a new aircraft
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Leslie Josephs | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Embraer CEO Francisco Gomes Neto speaks during the Embraer Media Day 2022 at the aircraft factory in Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil, May 30, 2022. Brazilian plane maker Embraer SA is studying the market and new technology that could warrant it building an all-new jet, CEO Francisco Gomes Neto told CNBC. A new airplane could help the airplane manufacturer compete with much larger rivals Airbus and Boeing , which deliver hundreds of jets a year compared with Embraer's dozens of aircraft. But Gomes Neto noted that no decisions have been made yet. In the meantime, Gomes Neto said Embraer is focused on improving results and selling its regional planes, which won orders earlier this year from American Airlines , manufacturing its E2 jet and "delivering what we promise" customers.

Persons: Francisco Gomes Neto, Sao Jose dos Campos, Gomes Neto Organizations: Embraer, Embraer Media, Embraer SA, CNBC, Airbus, Boeing, American Airlines Locations: Sao Jose, Brazil, Brazilian

☆ Joel Dahmen penalized for carrying extra club in bag, in danger of losing PGA Tour status
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Jamie Barton | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Joel Dahmen is in danger of losing his PGA Tour card after he was penalized four shots at the Shriners Children’s Open on Thursday for having too many clubs in his bag. It was a mistake that could prove decisive for a player who is on the bubble. 124 in the FedEx Cup Fall standings, with the top 125 at the end of the fall circuit able to retain their tour status for 2025. You want to be mad at yourself, you want to get mad at Geno, you want to get mad at the world,” he continued. Eight players will finish their opening rounds on Friday after darkness suspended play on Thursday, with the second round beginning at 9:55 a.m.

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☆ CD, Checking, and Savings Rates Today: Maximize Your Returns
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

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☆ Fossils reveal head of the world’s largest known arthropod, study says
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Ashley Strickland | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

In a quest to find the first complete head, researchers conducted an analysis of Arthropleura fossils belonging to two juvenile individuals uncovered in the 1970s in France. Researchers studied scans of two Arthropleura fossils trapped in stone. Both fossilized insects still had most of their legs, and one of them had a complete head, including antennae, eyes, mandibles and its feeding apparatus — the first Arthropleura head ever documented, Lhéritier said. Researchers believe the two Arthropleura fossils belonged to juveniles because they reach just 0.9 inch (25 millimeters) and 1.5 inches (40 millimeters) long. But other fossils that preserve additional aspects of the arthropod’s body, including the head of an adult, will need to be found.

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☆ Origins of humanity’s love of carbs revealed, new study suggests
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Katie Hunt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —The origin of modern humans’ long-standing love affair with carbs may predate our existence as a species, according to a new study. The study revealed these genes duplicated long before the advent of agriculture. Without amylase, humans would not be able to digest foods such as potatoes, pasta, rice or bread. The research also revealed duplication of the AMY1 gene existed in the genomes of Neanderthals and Denisovans, an extinct hominin first discovered in 2010 about whom relatively little is known. “This study’s genomic sleuthing is helping to finally time stamp some of those major milestones, and it is revealing tantalizing clues about humanity’s long love affair with starch.”

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