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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Tech Stocks to Watch: UBS' Top Picks for the Remainder of 2024

As the fourth quarter of 2024 approaches, UBS has released its list of top tech stocks to watch, including an Nvidia alternative that could be a game-changer for investors. The list includes Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), which could be seen as a competitor to Nvidia in the chip market. The firm h

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Economy on the Mend, But Inflation Stuck in Neutral

Imagine you're on a road trip, and your GPS tells you that you've finally reached your destination. But as you're celebrating, you realize that the GPS has been reading the wrong coordinates. That's roughly the situation with the US economy. The inflation rate has slowed down, but the underlying fac

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

The GOP's Unlikely Allies: Can the Party Win Back the Working Class?

In the past, the Republican Party has been perceived as anti-union, but shifts in the economy and voter concerns have led to a realignment in their stance. This change is particularly noticeable in industrial areas such as Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. As the industrial power of the

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

UK Economy Stagnates: What's Behind the Lack of Growth?

As the UK's monthly GDP remains stagnant at 0%, it's clear that the country's economy is stuck in neutral. But what's behind this lack of growth? Is it a temporary blip or a sign of deeper issues? Let's take a closer look. At first glance, the numbers seem straightforward: industrial production decr

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Tackling Social Security's Future: Can Closing Tax Loopholes Fund the Program Until 2100?

Imagine if Social Security's sacred guarantee wasn't on the chopping block, but rather, it was fully funded for decades to come. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) claims that cracking down on mega-rich tax dodgers could keep the New Deal program whole until the end of this century. Wyden estimates that the ul

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The COVID-19 Surge: Has the Peak Passed?

Is the summer COVID-19 surge finally dipping? Or is it just a temporary reprieve? The data is mixed, but there are some early signs that the surge may have peaked. However, not all metrics are moving in the rosy direction. For instance, positivity rates are still relatively high, and COVID-19 deaths

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

B. C. 's Economic Future: A Turning Point or a Red Flag?

As B.C. Finance Minister Katrine Conroy touts the province's economic resilience, doubts are being raised by watchdogs and business leaders alike. The good news? The province is attracting private investment and listening to business concerns. The deficit is ballooning, debt-to-GDP ratios are rising

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Global Markets Stir as U. S. Debate and Economic Data Shape the Future

As the world holds its breath for the U.S. presidential debate, Asian markets are reeling from key economic data. In South Korea, unemployment plummeted to a historic low of 2.4%, a feat not seen since 1999. But in Japan, business confidence among manufacturers took a seven-month hit, according

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

China's Business Reputation Hits Rock Bottom: Can It Recover?

Imagine a place where investors are hesitant to put their money due to a toxic business environment. Sounds like a recipe for disaster. Unfortunately, that's the reality in China, where business confidence has reached an all-time low. Profit margins for many European companies operating in China are

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

EU's Big Win: Apple and Google Face Billions in Penalties

The European Union's highest court has delivered a major blow to Apple and Google, ruling against the tech giants in two landmark cases. The decisions, which could lead to billions of euros in penalties, are seen as a significant test of efforts to clamp down on the world's largest technology compa

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