Peter Kraus, Aperture Investors chairman and CEO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, state of the economy, the Fed's rate path outlook, and more.

The market is non-directional right now, says Aperture Investors CEO Peter Kraus

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Fears of an impending U.S. recession sent the Dow Jones Industrial Index tumbling more than 1,000 points in early trading Monday and triggered a panic sell-off in financial markets around the world.Wall Street went into meltdown with the S&P 500 down 4 percent and Nasdaq dropping 5.5 percent. The Dow Jones slipped 3 percent, or 1,197 points by 9.35 a.m. Eastern.Earlier, the FTSE 100 index in London fell by 2.1 percent, and it was followed by the Nikkei 225 in Japan plunging by 12.4 percent, or 4,451 points, the biggest one-day points drop in history.In Paris, the CAC-40 fell by...

Stock Markets Crash Worldwide Over Fears of U.S. Recession

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Uber, Lyft, Grubhub and DoorDash scored a major victory in a recent ruling from California's top state court upholding Proposition 22 and the classification of drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. Gig economy companies, as well as drivers who prefer contractor status, think they now have nationwide momentum to...

Uber, Lyft and the gig economy think they've found a way to win the national labor war

Jessica Jackson was afraid of heights when she first started her job as a wind turbine service technician — now, she spends most of her days working 300 feet in the air. Jackson, 37, is a technician at Vestas, a wind turbine manufacturer, in Bee County, Texas, and earns $73,000 per year.

37-year-old mom earns $73,000 in one of the most in-demand jobs in the world—and it doesn't require a degree: 'I love what I do'

Roger Altman, Evercore founder and senior chairman, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, state of the economy, 2024 election, and more.

The labor market is slowing slightly but healthy overall, says Evercore's Roger Altman

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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VillageMD, a core part of Walgreens' push to expand beyond its legacy pharmacy operations, has planned to close a substantial number of poorly performing clinics to cut costs. "These options could include a sale of all or part of the VillageMD businesses, possible restructuring options and other strategic opportunities," Walgreens said in a filing on Wednesday.

Walgreens explores options for VillageMD business

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Boeing's new CEO, Robert "Kelly" Ortberg, takes the reins of the aerospace giant on Thursday. The 64-year-old aerospace veteran previously headed supplier Rockwell Collins. Ortberg inherits a company mired in safety and manufacturing crisis. 's new CEO on Thursday with a singular mission: restoring the reputation of a U.S. manufacturing...

Boeing's new outsider CEO Ortberg takes the helm, this time from the factory floor

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Stephanie Link, CIO at Hightower, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to detail her latest tech buys.

Trade Tracker: Stephanie Link buys CrowdStrike and more Amazon

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With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

Five countries have now issued travel and safety warnings to their citizens as riots and street disorder continue in the U.K. The United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Malaysia, Indonesia and Australia have since all warned their citizens living in or visiting the U.K. that parts of the country present "safety risks" at the current time.

As riots and disorder spread, some countries warn their citizens about traveling to the UK

The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.

Final Trades: Qualcomm, Seagate and the Nasdaq

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Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

3-Ingredient Fudge

Staying hydrated during the summer season has always been important but it's even more vital as temperatures rise to record highs. To keep your electrolytes at a normal level, there are seven elements that should be included in the foods and drinks you consume, in moderation, according to Cleveland Clinic:

The 'best way to hydrate'—and 6 other foods, drinks to reach for as temperatures rise

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Nearly half of student loan borrowers are anticipating debt forgiveness in the future. While there are ample opportunities for relief, consumer advocates warn families not to make borrowing decisions based on the assumption that they won't have to repay the debt. Nearly half — 48% — of student loan borrowers...

Nearly half of student loan borrowers are expecting debt forgiveness, Sallie Mae report finds

Mastercard posted double-digit revenue and net income growth in the latest quarter. The key to the company’s competitive position is powerful network effects. The valuation is lower than the company's past 10-year average. Thanks to strong long-term financial performance, this company is a leader in the global payments industry.

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