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☆ Where the charts indicate gold is headed next as it rallies on escalating geopolitical tensions
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( Todd Gordon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Before we get started, it's important to point out that I believe that broader equity markets remain in a secular bull market with global central banks' easing monetary policy amid a backdrop of a boom in artificial intelligence that carries equity markets significantly higher in coming quarters. But the key in my opinion was that real interest rates were going higher. The way I'm defining 'real interest rates' is the prevailing nominal yield on a bond, the 10-year Treasury in this example, adjusted by the expected 10-year inflation level. Put simply, real interest rates are how much you actually earn on a fixed income investment after adjusting for inflation. So my outlook is that gold will continue to rally alongside equity markets.

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☆ Alex Umansky is obliterating the S&P 500 over the last 5 years. His 8 high-quality stock picks for strong returns.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( William Edwards | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Baron Durable Advantage Fund, managed by Alex Umansky, is up 136% in five years. It's the Baron Durable Advantage Fund (BDAIX), overseen by one of the firm's star managers, Alex Umansky. It's "the closest thing we have to an all-weather fund," Umansky told Business Insider. When putting a stock in the fund, Umansky said he has so much confidence in the quality and advantages of the business that he intends to hold it forever. The semiconductor producers make up 4.1% and 4.3%, respectively, of the Baron Durable Advantage Fund.

Persons: Alex Umansky, —, Ron Baron, Umansky, Baron, weren't, it's, OpenAI, That's Organizations: Broadcom, Taiwan Semiconductor, Meta, Microsoft, Service, Spotify, Business, Nvidia, Growth, Arch, Apollo Global Management Locations: Blackstone

☆ An options trade that wins if the stock market and this key sector cool off in October
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( Nishant Pant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

When a stock or ETF becomes overbought, it can maintain that condition for an extended period. In the one-year daily chart of Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR (XLY) below, I've highlighted two similar instances from the past. RSI (Relative Strength Index): As a stock rises, the relative strength index (RSI) measures the strength of the trend. Once in overbought territory, it's advisable to wait until the RSI falls back below 70 before considering a contrarian trade. The trade To benefit from a pullback in XLY, the trade structure I am going to use is called a "bear put spread".

Persons: Nishant Pant Organizations: Federal Reserve, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL Locations: overbought

See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering near 5.70% today, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates remain right around 5%, according to Zillow data. 5-Year Mortgage Rate TrendsHere's how 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates have trended over the last five years, according to Freddie Mac data. Mortgage rates are unlikely to drop back down to the historic lows of 2020 and 2021, when 30-year fixed rates fell below 3%.

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☆ Microsoft's new Windows 11 update comes with energy use and Wi-Fi enhancements
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( Jordan Novet | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The Windows 11 2024 Update, also known as version 24H2, is meant to boost basic PC functions, such as downloading files over Wi-Fi, compressing documents and managing energy use. So the product enhancements keep coming, before support for the popular Windows 10 ends in October 2025. Microsoft said Thursday that it's starting the process of releasing a broad update to its Windows 11 operating system for PCs. Here are some of the other new capabilities coming to PCs that can run Windows 11 in version 24H2:More energy consumption controls. To do this, open the Settings app, select Time & language.

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☆ PayPal CEO's first year was praised by Wall Street, but hard part starts now for struggling payments company
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

Analysts across Wall Street saw rising competition and a declining take rate, or the percentage of revenue PayPal keeps from each transaction. Fast forward to today, and the picture is dramatically brighter for the 26-year-old Silicon Valley company and its 47-year-old CEO. Analysts are projecting roughly 6% revenue growth when PayPal reports third-quarter results in about a month, according to LSEG. Venture capitalist Oren Zeev has seen Chriss work with small businesses in another capacity. "He obviously brought a lot to the table with his vast experience with small businesses," Zeev said.

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☆ Levels to watch on the Nvidia chart from Katie Stockton after a poor third quarter for AI leader
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Katie Stockton | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

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Persons: Katie Stockton Organizations: Nvidia, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL, Fairlead, CNBC Pro, Securities Locations: NVDA

☆ Cramer's Lightning Round: 'Do not sell Cracker Barrel'
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Julie Coleman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

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☆ Using options to bet on a comeback in the athleisure stocks
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Michael Khouw | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Nike (NKE) and Lululemon (LULU) are two of the most well-known athleisure stocks. NKE YTD mountain Nike, year-to-date The tricky bit is that the promise of that strategic shift will not be reflected in the company's trailing results when they report this week. Buy NKE March 21 $90 call Sell Oct. 18 $95 call Why did I also include Lululemon, another athleisure laggard, in this? Unlike Nike, Lululemon is still growing, albeit slower than it had been previously. LULU YTD mountain Lululemon, Year-to-date However, Lulu is now trading about 20 times forward earnings estimates, a significantly lower multiple than Nike, trading at 26 times forward profits.

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See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering near 5.80%, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates are near 5%, according to Zillow data. Last month, 30-year refinance rates averaged 6.59%, while 15-year refinance rates were around 5.90%. 5-Year Mortgage Rate TrendsHere's how 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates have trended over the last five years, according to Freddie Mac data.

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☆ Why it's time to take warnings about using public Wi-Fi, in places like airports, seriously
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-29 | by ( Kevin Williams | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

Over the years, travelers have repeatedly been warned to avoid public Wi-Fi in places like airports and coffee shops. Airport Wi-Fi, in particular, is known to be a hacker honeypot, due to what is typically relatively lax security. He allegedly set up a fake Wi-Fi network to steal email or social media credentials. How to avoid becoming a victim of this cybercrimeWhen in public places, experts say it's best to use alternatives to public WiFi networks. Alcorn says evil twin attacks are "definitely" occurring with regularity in the United States, it's just rare for someone to get caught because they are such stealth attacks.

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☆ This old-line industrial stock is making a classic bearish-to-bullish reversal, says Carter Worth
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-27 | by ( Carter Braxton Worth | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Old-line hand tools manufacturer Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) , founded in 1843, is a fallen champion that's judged to be making a comeback. Its chart pattern qualifies as a "bearish-to-bullish" reversal buy. The chart pattern at present is judged to be a "bearish-to-bullish" reversal buy, with the completion of the bottoming-out process implying a move to the $130+/- level. -Carter Braxton Worth For actionable recommendations via email and live nightly videos become a member at worthcharting.com . BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL DECISIONS, YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER SEEKING ADVICE FROM YOUR OWN FINANCIAL OR INVESTMENT ADVISOR.

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☆ Using options to trade an index that's become a swing trader's dream
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-27 | by ( Nishant Pant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Although it is very volatile and exhibits wild swings, in the 1-year daily chart shown below, it becomes evident how confined its movement is within a well-defined trading range. Whenever it breaches one of these levels, it quickly stabilizes in a new trading range. Based on this analysis, I am considering a bearish set-up while keeping the top of its current trading range in mind. The trade Given the bearish outlook, I'm using a call credit spread as my trade structure. If the index stays below $2,260 by the expiration date, the trade will yield an ROI of 42% on the capital risked.

Persons: Russell, Nishant Pant Organizations: CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL

☆ She was one of the only Black women in her engineering program. Now, this MIT grad is using dance to introduce a new generation to STEM
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-27 | by ( Meg Dunn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

“I think my parents’ careers in the STEM fields made it so that I always believed that I could also do something in STEM,” Toussaint said. While she had a love for math, the dance studio was her “home away from home,” she said. In 2012, she created STEM From Dance, a nonprofit program that integrates dance with STEM education to make these subjects more engaging and accessible. “When I first started the dance part, I really liked it,” recalled Myrtha Plaisime, 14, a STEM From Dance participant. CNN“That feeling that they get, we want them to remember that and … remember that they are celebrated for doing things in STEM,” Toussaint said.

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☆ A china stock poised for a breakout amid this stimulus rally, according to the charts
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

The Chinese central bank unrolled the most significant stimulus program since the COVID-19 pandemic and Chinese equities are starting to show signs that the long history of underperformance relative to western equities could possibly be on borrowed time. The name that has already demonstrated leadership that we want to focus on should this move into Chinese names continues is Tencent Holdings (TCEHY) . Before we get further into the company specifics it's important to reiterate that Chinese equities have under-performed U.S. equities since 2007. The goal of the program according to Chinese officials is to return the economy to a 5% growth rate. Turning to the focus company Tencent Holdings (TCHEY) is a multinational technology conglomerate listed on the Hong Kong exchange since 2004.

Persons: TCHEY, Todd Gordon, Gordon Organizations: Tencent Holdings, People's Bank of China, Hong, Inside Edge, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL Locations: China, Hong Kong

☆ I tried 43 of Trader Joe's fall foods, and would buy at least 31 of them again
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Savanna Swain-Wilson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +52 min

Trader Joe's Fall Harvest salsa had an unusual sweetness that I didn't care forThe Fall Harvest salsa isn't the only seasonal dip Trader Joe's has for fall. Trader Joe's pumpkin-spice granola bark was thicker than I expectedTrader Joe's pumpkin-spice granola bark was thick. I used Trader Joe's pumpkin brioche to make a lovely French toastTrader Joe's pumpkin brioche is a unique fall take. Trader Joe's pumpkin 4-cheese Greek-yogurt dip had way too many competing flavorsI was not a fan of this Trader Joe's dip. Trader Joe's pumpkin pancake and waffle mix can elevate your fall breakfast gameTrader Joe's pumpkin pancake and waffle mix was incredible.

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☆ A way to play the China stock breakout using options following the big stimulus there
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Michael Khouw | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

The Fed effectively cut rates to zero during the pandemic plunge, and the S & P had an extraordinary bull market. How to play it Consider PDD Holdings . PDD Holdings Inc. is a multinational commerce group that owns and operates several online platforms. PDD YTD mountain PDD Holdings, YTD The share price is nearly 44% below the all-time highs of early 2021. If you're looking for a single stock to get involved with to hitch your wagon to PBOC's train, consider PDD Holdings.

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☆ What made Reddit's IPO successful? Business leaders share key strategies for launching into the public market.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Jean Paik | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Leaders recommend preparing for an IPO well in advance and tailoring the process to a company's needs. Reddit recently made its successful debut on the public market, pricing its shares at the top of the expected valuation range. Business Insider's virtual event "The Road to IPO," in collaboration with Fidelity, brought together a panel to discuss the key preparations, concerns, and decision-making strategies for business leaders looking to go public. "It gave us a chance to really think to practice being a public company without actually being one." Before and after going public, Rose said, the company has valued transparency with its employees.

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☆ A key chart breakout by this materials stock suggests more upside to come
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( David Keller | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

But improved price action this week suggests Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. (FCX) may be poised for further upside into the fourth quarter. So with a bearish momentum reading at the May peak, then a bullish momentum reading at the August and September lows, FCX was primed for an upside breakout. The breakout in March 2024, leading to the May peak, suggested a new uptrend as the price exited this basing pattern. The stock gapped higher on Tuesday, pushing above short-term resistance around $46 as well as a trendline using the May and July highs. The stock did become overbought this week, with the RSI popping just above the 70 level on the recent breakout.

Persons: FCX, David Keller Organizations: Inc, Freeport, CMT, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL Locations: Freeport, McMoRan

☆ An ex-Twitter employee won a legal battle over unpaid severance. Experts say it could spark more claims.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Go to newsletter preferencesSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewA former Twitter employee's victory in a legal dispute over unpaid severance could prompt more ex-staff to pursue cases against the social media company, legal experts have said. AdvertisementThe ex-Twitter worker's win is the first of what experts say could lead to many more similar resolutions. X and Musk are also facing a lawsuit over severance terms from 100 former Twitter workers who were fired in 2022. Related storiesBloom said they are still aggressively pursuing their cases and have scheduled individual arbitration hearings for each of the clients.

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☆ 7 red flags to look out for when getting your makeup done, according to professional makeup artists
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Chloe Caldwell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

However, finding the right makeup artist for your personal style and needs can be challenging. That's why it helps to know what to look out for when working with a makeup artist. For this reason, makeup artists should have a collection of single-use application tools, including lip and mascara wands, powder puffs, and sponges. Beware of makeup artists who aren't responsive or communicativeMcGinley warned against working with makeup artists who aren't punctual with their responses leading up to your services. A makeup artist should never ask the client to bring their own makeupMakeup artists should come prepared with a professional kit.

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Though mortgage rates are expected to continue trending down, it's unclear how much further they might drop. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering around 5.80% today, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates are right around 5%, according to Zillow data. 5-Year Mortgage Rate TrendsHere's how 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates have trended over the last five years, according to Freddie Mac data.

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☆ How Apple and Microsoft’s trusted brands are being used to scam you online
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Cheryl Winokur Munk | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

No, it's not really Apple or Microsoft popping up on your screen to tell you your computer has been infected. "Because, who doesn't know Microsoft or Apple as a brand?" Here's what people should know to protect themselves from scams targeting commonly used, trusted tech brands:Never assume any online ad is authenticPeople can be duped in a number of ways. Sometimes simply opening the attachment could infect a consumer's computer with malware. If, for instance, you called a number for "Microsoft" or "Apple" and gave usernames and passwords, change those.

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☆ An options trade that wins if Apple continues to trade sideways or down on iPhone, AI disappointment
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Tony Zhang | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Apple Inc. (AAPL) is facing headwinds despite the launch of the new iPhone 16, which offered only incremental improvements over the prior generation. Investors eagerly awaited the company's Apple Intelligence software update, but its absence as a significant growth driver is tempering investor enthusiasm. To capitalize on the potential downside, I suggest selling the Nov 15 $230/$245 Call Vertical. This entails: Sell the Nov 15, 2024 $230 Calls @ $7.73 Buy the Nov 15, 2024 $245 Calls @ $2.41 View this trade in OptionsPlay for updated pricing. This trade provides a high probability of profit trade for investors who believe AAPL will remain range-bound or face further downside, particularly given the slowing growth.

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☆ A popular China ETF is surging Tuesday. It's not time to jump in just yet, according to the charts
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-24 | by ( Frank Cappelleri | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Not surprisingly, the news has given a jolt to the most liquid Chinese ETF today, as well. The iShares China Large Cap ETF (FXI) has been trading even higher than that so far on Tuesday. The ETF was trading considerably higher in pre-market trading hours and opened a whopping 6% higher from the prior day's close. And that's exactly why we need to look beyond the last few months to a get true sense of its trend. And at that point, the ETF would be hitting its highest level since early 2022.

Persons: it's, FXI, that's Organizations: Shanghai Stock, RSI, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL Locations: China

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