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Investors betting on a second Trump presidency expect an easier regulatory environment and more corporate M&A activity.

Stock market today: Dow closes at a record as market bets on Trump after assassination attempt

The Motley Fool

These companies became titans by dominating a single industry, but they're now expanding and seeing success in other areas.

These 2 Dow Stocks Are Set to Soar in 2024 and Beyond

Kiplinger

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also scored wins Tuesday albeit with much smaller gains than the blue chip Dow.

Stock Market Today: Dow Spikes 742 Points After UnitedHealth Earnings

CBS New York

Fear, long absent in financial markets as investors bet on a "soft landing" for the U.S. economy, is back in the air on Wall Street.Stocks tumbled Friday after new government data showed a steep decline in hiring in July, spurring concerns that economic activity is slowing faster than economists expected. Two hours into the session, the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 984 points, or 2.4%, to 39,415. The broader S&P 500 sank 2.5%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite lost nearly 3%, fueled by disappointing quarterly earnings from bellwethers such as Amazon and Intel. Market analyst Adam Crisafulli of Vital Knowledge...

Dow plunges nearly 1,000 points amid sharp drop in U.S. hiring

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Though the Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady for a year, it appears ready to start cutting rates next month. Since CDs offer an extended rate promise, banks and credit unions tend to lower their rates on new CDs as soon as they feel confident the Fed will cut rates—without waiting for an official Fed announcement.

Will a Looming Fed Rate Cut Push Savings and CD Rates Lower in August?

U.S. stocks fell sharply Monday as part of a global selloff fueled by mounting recession fears among investors. The turmoil seems to have begun on Friday following the release of a disappointing July jobs report, which fueled concerns that the Federal Reserve has moved too slowly to cut interest rates — a move meant to alleviate some pressure on the economy. Further roiling global markets is unusual currency trading out of Japan.

The S&P 500 is down 7.5%—but if you're worried about it, 'you shouldn't own stocks,' says Warren Buffett

The main indexes notched impressive gains Wednesday on solid earnings and signs the Fed could start cutting rates as soon as September.

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Jumps 451 Points After AMD Earnings, Fed Meeting

The New Republic

Donald Trump’s jabs at Vice President Kamala Harris aren’t doing him any favors.The Republican nominee’s campaign appears to be flailing as it struggles to find a compelling line of attack against Harris. Trump spent much of the weekend dragging the former prosecutor as a “low IQ individual” while questioning her racial identity—a strategy that prompted some of his supporters online to plead that he challenge her policy rather than her person.But the new week has shown no such growth in Trump’s game plan. Speaking on Fox News on Wednesday, Trump baselessly claimed that Harris refuses to do interviews because she...

Trump’s Latest Desperate Kamala Attacks Fall Hilariously Flat

NEW YORK -- Stocks are tumbling Friday on worries the U.S. economy could be cracking under the weight of high interest rates meant to whip inflation. The S&P 500 was sinking by 2.2% in afternoon trading, potentially on pace for its worst day since 2022, and on track for its first back-to-back loss of more than 1% since April. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 807 points, or 2%, as of 1:10 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 2.6% lower as a sell-off for stocks whipped all the way around the world back to Wall Street.

Stock market today: Dow drops 800 on weak jobs data as a global sell-off whips back to Wall Street

Florida State

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Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

Goldman Sachs analysts have raised their estimated odds for a U.S. recession to 25% from 15%. The investment firm's research analysts said recession risk remains "limited" overall, noting that the Fed has ample room to cut interest rates to support the economy. The July jobs report showed unemployment increasing to...

Goldman Analysts Say Chance of US Recession in 2025 Has Risen to 25%

Lake Mary, FL

Akeena

If you're a fan of hearty breakfasts and brunches in Florida, you might have had Keke’s Cafe on your radar. Known for its generous portions and friendly service, Keke’s has been a go-to spot for many. However, the Lake Mary location recently hit a bump in the road, resulting in a temporary shutdown following a state inspection that uncovered 15 violations.

Breakfast Eatery Closed in Florida for Roaches, Dirty Hands, and Cold Foods Over 41 Degrees

TheStreet

Global stocks are melting down. Here's five reasons driving the tech-led Black Monday.

Black Monday on Wall Street: 5 reasons stocks are plummeting

Intel shares tumbled Monday, extending losses after the chipmaker posted disappointing quarterly results last week and announced layoffs to cut costs. Goldman Sachs analysts questioned whether Intel's cost-cutting plan will be enough to drive a recovery. Analysts at Baird said "formidable hurdles remain," anticipating Intel's cost challenges will carry into...

Intel Stock Extends Losses as Analysts Say Chipmaker Faces 'Formidable Hurdles'

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Colorado State

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora Police Department released a statement on Tuesday on social media to clear up misinformation about an incident involving thousands of migrants. “Misinformation has spread on social media regarding the large gathering on Sunday at Gardens on Havana shopping center,” Aurora PD posted on X. “We recognize that Sunday’s incident was disconcerting and alarming for a large number of our residents and citizens. The purpose of this message is to provide the community with accurate information based on what we know right now.”

Law-abiding Venezuelans watch election results in Aurora, leave behind mess

Denver, CO

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

NBC News

Stocks slipped into the red as markets closed Wednesday, losing gains from earlier in the day as Wall Street failed to recoup losses from Monday’s massive sell-off. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 163 points, or 0.4%. The S&P 500 declined 0.5%, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.7%. Earlier...

Stocks fall as comeback rally falters, Dow lower by 100 points

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Dow Jones Today: Major Indexes Move Lower as Chip Stocks Slide; Nvidia Down 4%

Major U.S. indexes moved into negative territory Wednesday afternoon, disrupting the stock market's recovery from the steep losses recorded earlier in the week. The S&P 500...

Dow Jones Today: Major Indexes Move Lower as Chip Stocks Slide; Nvidia Down 4%

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