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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Small Steps to Success

In the wake of the pandemic, many small businesses in Eau Claire, Wisconsin suffered significant losses. However, one beauty clinic, Reign & Co., had a different approach. Instead of focusing on their own recovery, they decided to give back to the community by organizing an event to promote and supp

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

New Era of Storytelling: Bloomberg's Revamp of 'Wall Street Week'

In a bid to revamp its iconic program, Bloomberg is shifting the focus of "Wall Street Week" from interview-driven discussions to enterprise storytelling. The show, which has been around since 1970, will now feature a series of investigative reports drawn from the journalism of Bloomberg. This chang

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Antitrust's New Face: Lina Khan's Unexpected Allies

Lina Khan, the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, has been making waves with her aggressive stance on antitrust. While many corporate leaders have been critical of her approach, some surprising allies have emerged from both sides of the aisle. Take Republican Matt Gaetz, for instance, who has be

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

Can Kamala Harris' Economic Plan Boost the US Economy?

Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate, recently claimed during a livestream event that her economic proposals would strengthen the US economy. However, a top business school has disputed her claims, saying that her plans would actually weaken the economy. According to the University

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Record-Breaking Rally: Stocks Soar as Fed Takes the Brake Off

Imagine the thrill of watching a rollercoaster reach new heights, only to suddenly plummet down a steep hill. That's what happened in the world of finance when the Federal Reserve made a bold move by cutting interest rates by half a point. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 522 points, or 1.3%,

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Mortgage Rates Take a Sudden Leap Down

The mortgage market is experiencing a rare bout of optimism as interest rates plummeted to their lowest level since early 2023. This unexpected development has sparked hope among potential homebuyers who have been waiting on the sidelines for the perfect moment to make a move. Freddie Mac announced

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

The Pennsylvania Poll: A Tale of Economic Woes and Political Shifts

Pennsylvania, a state often considered a crucial swing state in national elections, has been caught in the midst of a political storm. The latest Franklin and Marshall College Poll has revealed some surprising results, with Vice President Kamala Harris taking the lead over former President Donald Tr

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Sep 20 2024FINANCE

Market Mood Swing: Rate Cut Rally Ignites Record-Breaking Highs

The stock market reacted with euphoria on Thursday after the Federal Reserve's surprise half-point interest rate cut. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared 633 points, or 1.5%, to surpass the 42,000 mark, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also hit new highs. Tech giants like Nvidia, Tesla, Me

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Sep 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Embracing the Future: Gulf States Bet on AI

The Gulf region is witnessing a surge in Artificial Intelligence (AI) investments, driven by the potential to contribute $320 billion to the region's economy by 2030. The rapid growth of AI is fueling concerns over energy intensity and greenhouse gas emissions, but Gulf countries are well-positioned

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Sep 19 2024BUSINESS

Massachusetts' Economic Growth: A New Alliance Aims to Boost Competitiveness

In a bid to revitalize the state's economy, a group of prominent business leaders has launched the Mass Opportunity Alliance, a nonprofit organization aimed at highlighting the tax burden and high costs of doing business in Massachusetts. The alliance, which has already raised millions of dollars, h

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