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Assoc. of Equipment Manufacturers CEO Megan Tanel talks state of agriculture

Assoc. of Equipment Manufacturers CEO Megan Tanel talks state of agriculture

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Nyse

Economist Greg Faranello sizes up possibility of Fed rate hike in 2026

Economist Greg Faranello sizes up possibility of Fed rate hike in 2026

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Nyse

The Trump administration wants to open 401(k)s to crypto and private assets

The Labor Department plan would shield employers from lawsuits, but legal experts say widespread adoption could take years

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Quartz Staff

U.S. national cyber dir. Sean Cairncross joins NYSE at The Hill & Valley Forum

U.S. national cyber dir. Sean Cairncross joins NYSE at The Hill & Valley Forum

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Quartz Staff

Holganix's Howard W. Buffett: agriculture 'way of survival' for most people

Holganix's Howard W. Buffett: agriculture 'way of survival' for most people

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Nyse

Anthropic confirmed a new, more powerful AI model — after accidentally leaking it

Leaked documents described "Claude Mythos" as the company's most capable model to date, with cybersecurity risks more advanced than any competing AI...

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Quartz Staff

Uber to buy Blacklane to expand its luxury travel services

The deal is expected to close by the end of 2026 and will strengthen Uber Elite, the company’s new chauffeur service.

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Cris tolomia

Netflix is raising prices on all its streaming plans

Every US subscription tier is getting more expensive, marking the company's first price increases since January 2025 — with no plan going up by less...

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Quartz Staff

How spiking oil prices are affecting countries around the world

Countries are taking intense measures to try to preserve fuel reserves amid the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

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Ben Kesslen

New KPop Demon Hunters-inspired meals launch tomorrow at McDonald’s

An analyst told MarketWatch that these meals, inspired by the Academy Award-winning film, could bring in $100 million for McDonald's in just the first...

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Cris tolomia

Jerome Powell says the Fed doesn't have to hike interest rates because of the Iran war — yet

The Fed chair signaled patience at Harvard, sending market odds of a 2026 rate hike from above 50% to near zero

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Cris tolomia

Thieves make a break with over 400,000 KitKat bars in Europe

Nestlé says the stolen chocolate could circulate in unofficial sales channels, but there is no supply shortage risk

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Cris tolomia

Air Canada CEO retiring following outrage over his English-language apology video for crash

CEO Michael Rousseau caused outrage when he only spoke English — and not French — in his condolence video about the recent plane crash at...

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Ben Kesslen

Mistral says it raised $830 million in debt for an AI data center to compete with OpenAI and Anthropic

The French AI startup's first debt financing will fund a facility equipped with 13,800 Nvidia chips, expected to open in the second quarter of 2026

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Cris tolomia

Oil jumps back to $115 a barrel as the Iran war widens again

Trump threatened on Truth Social to destroy Iranian power plants and oil wells if the Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened to tankers

yesterday 1

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Cris tolomia

Thieves nab $10 million in Matisse, Renoir, and Cézanne paintings from Italian museum

The group of robbers was apparently in and out of the museum near Parma in less than 3 minutes

yesterday 8

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Ben Kesslen

Iran is now telling American investors not to believe what Trump says

An Iranian official told U.S. investors to treat Trump's claims about the war as a "reverse indicator" of market direction

yesterday 1

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Catherine Baab

Foreclosure surge sweeps the Sun Belt as Realtor.com reviews the 10 worst U.S. states

Rising insurance costs, stagnant equity, and regional economic stress push foreclosure filings higher for a 12th straight month, Realtor.com reveals

yesterday 1

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Anthony lopopolo

Tired of inflation? Bankrate swears by 3 credit cards that reward all that spending

Inflation is still squeezing household budgets. Bankrate's top picks help you fight back at the checkout counter

yesterday 1

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Anthony lopopolo

The 10 best Caribbean honeymoon destinations in 2026, according to U.S. News

Discover the best Caribbean honeymoon destinations, from secluded islands to luxury escapes, with beaches, adventure, and unforgettable romance.

yesterday 1

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Ambia staley

Nuclear's moment is here

It's an all-hands-on-deck moment for electricity. That means nuclear, long dismissed as too expensive and too slow, is back in the mix

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Jackie Snow, Gloria Dawson

Best laptop backpacks for every budget, according to Reader’s Digest

From budget-friendly picks to premium splurges, these are the best laptop backpacks for students, commuters, and travelers

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Haley Chamberlain

The most and least expensive grocery stores, according to Consumer Reports

Using Walmart as the baseline, Consumer Reports found where you can get deals above and below the national average

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Ben Kesslen

The best places to live for quality of life in the U.S. in 2026, according to U.S. News

These five cities rise above the rest, balancing strong job markets with top-tier education, environmental resilience and everyday livability

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Haley Chamberlain

From luxury travel to credit building, Bankrate's top 4 high-limit cards stand out

With limits reaching $50,000, Bankrate's top high-limit credit card picks offer borrowers serious upside.

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Anthony lopopolo

10 of the best places to visit in France in 2026, according to U.S. News

Explore France’s top destinations, from Paris landmarks to alpine escapes and Riviera towns, each offering culture, scenery and local charm.

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Ambia staley

The best range hoods in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Having proper ventilation in your kitchen is crucial, especially if you have a gas stove or like to sear your food on high heat

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Ben Kesslen

The case for boring AI

What would artificial intelligence look like if it was actually built for people?

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Jackie Snow, Gloria Dawson

The 6 best car insurance companies, according to Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports surveyed respondents from every major car insurance company and only felt comfortable recommending six

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Quartz Staff

Just started investing? Bankrate's top 6 trading apps make it easy for beginners

The investing app you choose shapes how you build wealth. Bankrate identified the most accessible apps for new traders

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Anthony lopopolo

Best mid-size cities to live in the U.S. in 2026, according to U.S. News

These six mid-size cities stand out for value, quality of life and income strength, proving you do not need megacity chaos to thrive

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Haley Chamberlain

The 10 best cruises for chasing the northern lights in Alaska, according to U.S. News

Find the best Alaska cruises for seeing the northern lights in 2026, with itineraries designed to maximize your chances of aurora viewing.

saturday 7

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Ambia staley

You might lose Global Entry. Here’s how to keep it

Global Entry revocations are soaring. Here’s why some travelers lose it — often without explanation — and how to fight back

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Quartz Staff

The best vacuums in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Dyson didn’t make the list.

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Ben Kesslen

United States Postal Service to add 8% fuel surcharge on packages

The temporary price increase, pending regulatory approval, would cover Priority Mail and other popular shipping products starting April 26 — the...

27.03.2026 2

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Quartz Staff

American attitudes about the U.S. economy are nearing rock-bottom

One economist observed that three of the lowest-ever consumer sentiment readings happened in the past nine months of Trump's second term

27.03.2026 3

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Joseph Zeballos-Roig

Preply CEO Kirill Bigai sets sights on AI learning following $150 million raise

Preply CEO Kirill Bigai sets sights on AI learning following $150 million raise

27.03.2026 2

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Nyse

NYSE market strategist Eric Criscuolo: 'Markets at whim of Iran headlines'

NYSE market strategist Eric Criscuolo: 'Markets at whim of Iran headlines'

27.03.2026 1

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Nyse

Meta is stepping into the energy business — at least in Louisiana

Entergy says Meta will cover the cost of 7 gas plants, 240 miles of transmission lines, and battery storage at 3 locations

27.03.2026 1

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Cris tolomia

Smarter Every Day founder Destin Sandlin on optimism at The Hill & Valley Forum

Smarter Every Day founder Destin Sandlin on optimism at The Hill & Valley Forum

27.03.2026 6

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Nyse

Zocdoc CEO Dr. Oliver Kharraz dives into how patients are using AI

Zocdoc CEO Dr. Oliver Kharraz dives into how patients are using AI

27.03.2026 2

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Nyse

Rock Health CEO Katie Drasser previews digital health CEO summit at NYSE

Rock Health CEO Katie Drasser previews digital health CEO summit at NYSE

27.03.2026 2

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Nyse

BlackRock's CEO warns that oil at $150 could trigger a global recession

Larry Fink outlined two scenarios for the Iran conflict — with prolonged fighting potentially keeping oil above $100 for years and pushing the...

27.03.2026 3

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Quartz Staff

Lynq co-founder Karina Dagenais on the power of infrastructure-free comms

Lynq co-founder Karina Dagenais on the power of infrastructure-free comms

27.03.2026 3

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Nyse

Ingram Micro CFO Mike Zilis on how AI is accelerating operations

Ingram Micro CFO Mike Zilis on how AI is accelerating operations

27.03.2026 3

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Nyse

Nuvemshop CEO Santiago Sosa: 'We're putting AI at the center of everything'

Nuvemshop CEO Santiago Sosa: 'We're putting AI at the center of everything'

27.03.2026 1

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Nyse

Sony to increase PS5 prices by as much as $150

The hike, Sony's second in less than a year, takes effect April 2 and covers the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal

27.03.2026 4

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Cris tolomia

Gold and silver are suddenly dropping after months of big gains — here's why

Volatility has taken hold of the precious metals market, but analysts say the fundamentals haven't changed — yet

27.03.2026 1

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Quartz Staff

Anthropic's new, more powerful AI model confirmed after data leak

Leaked documents described 'Claude Mythos' as the company's most capable model to date, with unprecedented cybersecurity risks

27.03.2026 4

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Cris tolomia