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☆ Inflation heated up last month as consumer prices rose 2.7%, underscoring the slog ahead
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-11 | by ( Alicia Wallace | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

On a monthly basis, prices rose by 0.3% after rising 0.2% for the prior four months. Economists were expecting inflation to pick up by 0.2% from October and record a 2.7% annual increase, primarily due to unfavorable comparisons from a year ago and stubborn housing-related inflation. However, in November, shelter-related costs weren’t the primary driver for the monthly increase: Shelter prices rose 0.3% for the month, accounting for nearly 40% of the overall gain. Instead, a big push came from food (up 0.4%) and energy prices, which rose 0.2% — the category’s first increase in six months. Core CPI rose 0.3% for the fourth consecutive month, holding firm at 3.3%, where it’s been since September.

Persons: they’re, it’s, “, ” Josh Hirt, ” Organizations: CNN, Federal Reserve, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Vanguard

☆ Here’s the inflation breakdown for November 2024 — in one chart
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-11 | by ( Greg Iacurci | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Egg prices jumped about 8% in the month alone and are up 38% over the past year, according to CPI data. "We saw a bounce back in food prices," Zandi said. Food prices are generally volatile, so one month of elevated grocery inflation data should not set off alarm bells, Zandi said. Vehicle prices and airfare are big components of the transportation category. Actual fares are roughly where they were before the Covid-19 pandemic, according to CPI data.

Persons: Mark Zandi, Zandi, Joe Seydl, Rick Rieder, Seydl Organizations: Getty, of Labor Statistics, Morgan Private Bank, U.S . Federal Reserve, Finance, Labor Locations: U.S

☆ Russian troops are likely still at their key bases in Syria, and it will be 'obvious' if they try to leave: senior analyst
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-11 | by ( Matthew Loh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Russia hasn't mass-evacuated troops and gear out of its key bases in Syria. Russia said it's trying to work out a deal for its bases with the new Syrian government. The Russian military is still stationed at its Syrian bases after the fall of Bashar Assad's government, and analysts say an evacuation will be easy to spot. According to Russian state media, rebel forces now control the Latakia province, where these bases are located. "When Russian forces deployed to Syria in 2015, they flew almost 300 sorties in two weeks, and that was before base expansion," Massicot added.

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☆ A year in, here's how Argentina, the country inspiring Elon Musk's DOGE, has performed under its new president
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-11 | by ( Thibault Spirlet | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, co-heads of DOGE, have expressed admiration for Milei's policies. When Milei took over in December 2023, Argentina's inflation stood at 25.5%, while economic activity had fallen 4.5% year over year. AdvertisementArgentina's inflation rate dropped to 2.7% this October — the lowest level in three years, according to the predicting market website Kalshi. AdvertisementHowever, Facundo Nejamkis, director of Opina Argentina, a political consultancy firm, told Reuters that Milei's cuts have ignited a "major" recession. AdvertisementIn the first five months of 2024, Argentina's government achieved a primary fiscal surplus of 1.1% of GDP — its first in 12 years.

Persons: Javier Milei, Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, Milei, Donald Trump, Musk, Ramaswamy, Ignacio Labaqui, Facundo Nejamkis, Maria Victoria Murillo, Juan Cruz Díaz, Cruz Díaz Organizations: Elon, firebrand, Medley Global, Reuters, BBVA, Institute of Latin American Studies, Columbia University, Argentine, Global, BBVA Research, Cefeidas Group, Ramaswamy Locations: Argentina

“The Task Force found that the tragic and shocking events in Butler, Pennsylvania were preventable and should not have happened. The task force said it identified multiple “decision points” that, if handled differently, could have prevented gunman Thomas Crooks from firing eight shots at the Butler rally. The Secret Service also did not give clear guidance to state and local partners about which entity was responsible for securing the area, the task force said. Preexisting issues in leadership and training created an environment in which the specific failures identified above could occur,” the task force wrote. “Further, some of the Secret Service agents in significant advance planning roles did not clearly understand the delineation of their responsibilities.”

Persons: WASHINGTON, Donald Trump, Thomas Matthew Crooks, —, Mike Kelly, Jason Crow, ” Donald Trump, “, ”, Thomas Crooks, Butler, Crooks Organizations: Secret, Force, Trump, Washington, Getty, Homeland Security Department, Secret Service, FBI, Glass Research Locations: Butler , Pennsylvania, Florida, West Palm Beach , Florida, Butler, Pa

Five sources familiar with the conversations said there has been close coordination, with Trump’s team being kept apprised of the sensitive and painstaking work by Joe Biden’s administration. Their counterpart in the Trump camp is Steve Witkoff, Trump’s recently named Middle East envoy. “He’s still going to want to take the credit, he’s still going to take the win,” said a source familiar with Trump’s thinking. The flurry of contact and travel by Biden and Trump officials will soon include a trip by Sullivan to Israel this week for talks on a range of issues, including Gaza. Trump officials engaging with IsraelisKey members of Trump’s national security team – and the president-elect himself – have also been engaged with members of the Israeli government, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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☆ Some workers are warming up to AI and think it will help their career
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-10 | by ( Tim Paradis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Some US workers are embracing AI, seeing it as a career booster. In a KPMG US survey, half of respondents said automation — including AI — has boosted their professional abilities. 1 thing they could do" to retain workers, Doel said. Using AI for work-life balanceIn some cases, Doel said, workers appear to be eyeing tech like generative AI as an avenue for achieving better work-life balance. "They think it's going to allow them to be more flexible in their work-model contract with employers," Doel said, referring to workers' views on GenAI.

Persons: —, John Doel, Doel, they're, they'd, Millennials, it's, Goldman Sachs —, That's Organizations: KPMG US, KPMG, Amazon, JPMorgan, Workers, Employees Locations: GenAI

☆ The Eras Tour’s greatest legacy may be the (possible) breakup of Ticketmaster
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-10 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

The Senate hauled Live Nation’s president and CFO in for a public scolding. Live Nation has consistently called the charges “baseless.”Ticketmaster absolutely bungled the initial sales for the Eras Tour. Joe Raedle/Getty Images“It is also absurd to claim that Live Nation and Ticketmaster wield monopoly power,” the company states on its website. Once you’re inside, Live Nation isn’t done taking your money, as Sherwood Media’s Amrita Khalid reported last week. Certainly, Live Nation is hoping for that, too.

Persons: CNN Business ’, New York CNN —, Taylor, Swift, They’d, Bon, Democratic Sen, Richard Blumenthal, ”, Joe Raedle, it’s, Paul R, Monica, Taylor Swift, isn’t, Sherwood Media’s Amrita Khalid, ” Khalid, Joe Biden, Joe Berchtold, “, Donald Trump, Democrats —, JD Vance, Lina Khan, Adam Wolfson, Quinn Emanuel, Trump, Gail Slater, Vance, Wolfson Organizations: CNN Business, New York CNN, Ticketmaster, Justice Department, Senate, Democratic, Connecticut, Democrats, Live, DOJ, Republicans, Republican Party, Big Business, Trump, ” Locations: New York, “, Barron’s, Walnut, Raleigh , North Carolina, ”

☆ Majority of US workers are satisfied with their jobs, but nearly a third are not happy with their pay
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-10 | by ( Jeanne Sahadi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

By comparison, only 44% of Hispanic workers, 43% of Black workers and 42% of English-speaking Asian workers did. And nearly a third of all respondents said they were either not too satisfied with their pay (20%) or not at all satisfied (10%). A little respect may go a long wayOne thing that may help explain why the majority of US workers say they feel secure or satisfied in their jobs is that they feel respected. Hispanic and Asian workers now make up a larger share than they did in 2000 (19% today vs. 12% then), while the share of Black workers has remained steady (12% today vs 11% in 2000). In terms of gender, women still make up roughly the same share over the time period (47% today vs. 46% then).

Persons: Pew, haven’t, ”, it’s, ” Pew Organizations: CNN, Pew Research Center, AP VoteCast, Workers, Pew, Whites, “

☆ Growing momentum for Cabinet picks who could define Trump’s second term
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-10 | by ( Stephen Collinson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

(Hegseth has denied any sexual misconduct and was not charged over a 2017 incident in California). “When voters select a president, they are selecting that president’s vision for a cabinet that will enact his agenda,” Bird wrote. She voted with Trump consistently during his first term and twice voted to acquit him in impeachment trials. Al Drago/Bloomberg/Getty ImagesEach of the picks is on record as vigorously criticizing the departments they were picked to lead. They’ve bought into Trump’s claims that he’s an innocent victim of persecution by the “Deep State” — intelligence agencies, bureaucrats, senior officials and Washington journalists.

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Vitello “grew up in the Enforcement and Removal Operations division” of ICE, a current ICE official said. ICE agents arrest a migrant with a criminal conviction in suburban Maryland. The case involved a 2013 incident in which an ICE agent was moving a shackled and handcuffed detainee from one cell to another. The ICE agent was criminally charged, but a judge later dismissed the case. The detainee filed a civil suit against ICE claiming the agent’s behavior was a direct result of agency training.

Persons: Donald Trump’s, Trump, Caleb Vitello, Vitello “, Jason Houser, Biden, “, ” Houser, Laura Strickler, ”, Corey Price, Vitello Organizations: Fox News, Customs, ICE, NBC Locations: Maryland, Southern U.S, Fort Benning , Georgia

Andy Beshear warned Democrats about a key obstacle to their ambitions for redefinition: President-elect Donald Trump. In the last Trump administration, people focused “too much on Trump and what was happening in D.C. and not enough on [Democratic] priorities,” Beshear said. Andy Beshear says his party can't fall into an "us versus them" mindset during the second Trump administration. So we are very open to working with the Trump administration,” she added. “As much as we need to be sober and reflective, it’s also not, therefore, the end of the Democratic Party, the end of the world,” Murphy said.

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☆ Jay-Z asks judge to unmask Jane Doe who said in lawsuit that he and Diddy raped her when she was 13 years old
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-09 | by ( Laura Italiano | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Jay-Z has filed his first response to a lawsuit alleging he and Sean "Diddy" Combs raped a 13-year-old. He said he wanted to force the woman to proceed under her real name instead of Jane Doe. AdvertisementRapper Jay-Z is fighting to quickly unmask the Jane Doe accuser who has sued him and Sean "Diddy" Combs over allegations that she was sexually attacked after the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards when she was 13 years old. When the Jane Doe first filed her lawsuit, in October, she had named only Combs, his companies and his associates as defendants. The woman's lawyer, Tony Buzbee, confirmed to Business Insider on Sunday there had been previous contact between the Jane Doe and Carter.

Persons: Jay, Z, Sean, Diddy, Combs, Jane Doe, Shawn Carter —, Carter, Alex Spiro, Spiro, Doe, Shawn Carter, Tony Buzbee, Buzbee, John Doe, Analisa Torres, Plaintiff Organizations: Sunday, Business, US Locations: Alabama, New York, Manhattan, Brooklyn

☆ My kids don't care about getting grounded or put in time-out. Docking their allowance got them to improve their behavior.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-09 | by ( Bethaney Phillips | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

However, we realized that docking their allowance made them improve their behavior. We dock our kids' allowance to get them to behaveThe one move we have started seeing improvement upon is docking allowance. AdvertisementThere's something about the immediate disappointment of knowing you lost money and also not getting the full allowance later. AdvertisementThe author's kids can earn back any allowance money they lose. Docking our kids' allowance is fast and effective, and I can do it without raising my voice.

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☆ I dropped out of high school before becoming a millionaire at 39. I don't buy things for my kids so they learn how to save and invest.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-09 | by ( Kelly Burch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

It was normal for kids to leave school in grade 10 or 11, get a job, get married, and have a baby. I started working three jobs when I left school: at the local vineyard, in retail, and at a pub. Despite not having a high school or college degree, I started working for a major international corporation and climbed the corporate ladder. The business started having $100,000 AUD (about $65,000 USD) months and never went back. Both my kids, who are 12 and 10, are enrolled in a business school for kids that teaches them about founding companies.

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☆ The next price to watch on Tesla's stock chart as the post-election surge looks set to continue
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-09 | by ( Katie Stockton | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

—Katie Stockton with Will Tamplin Access research from Fairlead Strategies for free here . Fairlead Strategies Disclaimer: This communication has been prepared by Fairlead Strategies LLC ("Fairlead Strategies") for informational purposes only. Securities, investment products, other financial products or strategies discussed herein may not be suitable for all investors. The recipient of this information must make its own independent decisions regarding any securities, investment products or other financial products mentioned herein. This material is not to be reproduced or redistributed absent the written consent of Fairlead Strategies.

Persons: TSLA, Katie Stockton Organizations: Tesla Inc, CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL, Fairlead, CNBC Pro, Securities Locations: TSLA

Members of the clergy arrive to attend Mass. Julien De Rosa / AFP - Getty ImagesThe robes worn during the morning mass were crafted by French fashion designer Jean-Charles Castelbajac and bore his signature style, boasting bold primary colors to convey the joy of the the day’s service. “I wanted something very pure,” Castelbajac said in the lead-up to the weekend’s celebrations. Archbishop of Paris Laurent Ulrich after the consecration of the new main altar. Julien De Rosa / AFP - Getty ImagesHe added that the rector-archpriest of Notre Dame, Monsignor Olivier Ribadeau Dumas, had asked that the robes reflect “nobility and simplicity.”“I did everything with my scissors.

Persons: Julien De Rosa, Jean, Charles Castelbajac, “, ” Castelbajac, Paris Laurent Ulrich, Monsignor Olivier Ribadeau Dumas, ” Organizations: Diocese of, Eastern Catholic Churches, Getty, Notre Dame Locations: France, Diocese, Diocese of Paris, AFP, Notre

☆ Meet the Press – December 8, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-08 | by ( ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +64 min

ANNOUNCER:From NBC News in Washington, the longest-running show in television history, this is a special edition of Meet the Press with Kristen Welker. KRISTEN WELKER:We’re going to —PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:For what they did –KRISTEN WELKER:Yeah –PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:– honestly, they should go to jail. PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:For what they did –KRISTEN WELKER:Everyone on the committee you think –PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:I think everybody –KRISTEN WELKER:– should go to jail? KRISTEN WELKER:But you --PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:I want to stop--KRISTEN WELKER:– have talked about --PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:Let me tell you what --KRISTEN WELKER:– the other world leaders. PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:We're talking about --KRISTEN WELKER:You won't touch Medicare --PRES.-ELECT DONALD TRUMP:– theft --KRISTEN WELKER:– Social Security?

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☆ The weight-loss drug boom has become one of the internet's biggest scams
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-08 | by ( Bob Woods | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +14 min

That's certainly the case with the super-popular weight-loss drugs from Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. A recent CNBC investigation explored the murky international world of counterfeit weight-loss drugs. "Our advertising policies also prohibit the advertising of weight-loss products, including weight-loss injections and fat-burning pills." "The social media platforms are the new street corners for drug dealers, and they move from place to place," Galvin said. "We urge consumers to be vigilant and to utilize tips tools from the FDA's BeSafeRx campaign to help them safely buy drugs online."

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☆ I didn't like 'Gilmore Girls' until I was a single mom. Watching it helped me create the parent-child dynamic I always wanted.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-08 | by ( Alex Archambault | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

When I watched "Gilmore Girls" as a single mom I felt inspired by Lorelai Gilmore's parenting. AdvertisementWhen "Gilmore Girls" aired, I was in high school and had no interest in the show. As a young single mom adjusting to parenting alone, I could suddenly see myself in Lorelai. As I kept watching, I found "Gilmore Girls" felt like the guide to navigating motherhood on my own — one I desperately needed. AdvertisementWith that, "Gilmore Girls" also inspired me to find ways to make every day special for me and my son.

Persons: Gilmore, Lorelai, Lorelai's, she's, Rory, Lorelai Gilmore, I've Organizations: Harvard, WB Locations: Lorelai

☆ NYC legalized tiny backyard homes and other extra dwellings. Here's how they've helped homeowners and renters across the country.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-08 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

It's part of a bigger movement to boost ADU construction across the US. Nearly half of California ADU owners said they've rented out their unit to short- or long-term tenants, according to one poll last year. According to the poll of California ADU owners, 61% said they built their ADU to house a family member. AdvertisementEven as a real-estate industry professional, Hepp struggled to sort out the rules and regulations on ADU construction in LA. But since most ADU legalization efforts have happened since 2022, their full effects are not yet evident in many places.

Persons: that's, They've, Scott Turner, Eliza Relman, they've, ADUs, Selma Hepp, Hepp, Selma Hepp's ADU, Freddie Mac, Elizabeth Riddick, Nolan Gray Organizations: National Association of Realtors Locations: York City, York, Austin, California, San Francisco Bay, Austin , Texas, LA, Burbank , California, Selma, . California, Oregon, Washington, New York, Vermont

☆ President-elect Trump says Ukraine to 'possibly' receive less military aid
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-08 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

In an exclusive interview with Donald Trump on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, the president-elect told NBC News' Kristen Welker that Ukraine will "possibly" receive less military aid once he takes office. Trump told Welker of support that has gone to Ukraine since the war began in February 2022. All told, the U.S. has committed more than $62 billion in assistance to Ukraine since the conflict started nearly three years ago. The comments suggest that Zelenskyy's diplomatic skills were to credit for the tens of billions of dollars in U.S. military aid packages, rather than the country's actual needs. "Europe is in for a fraction, and war with Russia is more important for Europe than it is for us," Trump told Welker.

Persons: Donald Trump, Britain's Prince William, Kristen Welker, Trump, Welker, Lloyd Austin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, that's, Putin Organizations: Notre, Dame de, Cathedral, NBC, . Defense, NATO, U.S Locations: British, France, Paris, Ukraine, Europe, U.S, Russia, Russian

A high-profile violent crime typically sets social media abuzz with tips and theories from amateur internet sleuths, hunting for the alleged perpetrator. Thompson’s targeted killing has sparked online praise from people angry over the state of U.S. health care. A Gallup poll released Friday found that Americans believe health care quality is at a 24-year low. Those polled said health care coverage is even worse, with 54% saying it’s fair or poor. At least one person who did try to help find Thompson’s killer was criticized on X, formerly known as Twitter, for doing so.

Persons: Brian Thompson, “, ”, Michael McWhorter, ” Alex Goldenberg, Thompson, Thompson’s, Brian, “ Brian, Savannah Sparks, —, Sparks, isn’t, thatdaneshguy, Jan, Gabby Petito, sleuths, Petito, Brian Laundrie, Riley Walz, Walz, TizzyEnt, McWhorter, ” McWhorter, Sukrit, ” Venkatagiri, Venkatagiri, anecdotally Organizations: New York, Research, Rutgers University, NBC News, UnitedHealth Group, Gallup, Capitol, Citi, NYPD, Swarthmore College, Bureau of Investigations, New York Police Department . Police, Investigators, Police Locations: New York City, TikTok, U.S, Lyft, New York, Atlanta, Manhattan

Meredith Tabbone spent roughly $475,000 on her dream home in Sambuca di Sicilia. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItMeredith Tabbone knocked down several walls to open up her kitchen, dining and living areas. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItNow that her home is complete, Tabbone plans to spend four months out of the year in Sicily. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItOne of Meredith Tabbone's favorite features in her Sicily dream home is a dry-heat sauna in one of the guest bedrooms. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItOverall, she adds, she feels it's "important to preserve old buildings like this" that can't be recreated with modern materials or building sensibilities.

Persons: Meredith Tabbone, she's, Tabbone, Sambuca di Sicilia, Mickey Todiwala, Meredith Tabbone's, Don Draper, I've, splurged, It's Organizations: Sambuca, CNBC, Casa dell'Architetto Locations: Chicago, Italy, Sicilia, America, Tabbone, Sicily, Sambuca di, Sambuca

☆ We answer 9 mailbag questions, including ones about options, dividends, and share counts
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-07 | by ( Zev Fima | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

Here's our Club Mailbag email investingclubmailbag@cnbc.com — so you send your questions directly to Jim Cramer and his team of analysts. There are two high-level factors that determine an options price, intrinsic value and time value. How does an investor know if when buying stock, they are buying company shares or trading shares with other investors . In a prior mailbag answer (see an excerpt above), we talked about how to go about doing this analysis. In other words, the valuation — be it based on price-to-earnings or a discounted cash flow model — is far more important than the stock price.

Persons: Jim Cramer, — Richard L, it's, Vega, — Dan M, Michele T, Will, Felix M, That's, we're, — Rich, —, Jim Cramer's, Jim, Jeffrey Coolidge Organizations: Theta, New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, Dow, Investing, Charitable, Jim Cramer's Charitable, CNBC, Iconica, Getty

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