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(Bloomberg) — Even before global finance chiefs fly into Washington over the next few days, they’ve been urged in advance by the International Monetary Fund to tighten their belts.Most Read from BloombergTwo weeks ahead of a potentially era-defining US election, and with the world’s recent inflation crisis barely behind it, ministers and central bankers gathering in the nation’s capital face intensifying calls to get their fiscal houses in order while they still can.The fund, whose annual meetings begin there on Monday, has already pointed to some of the themes it hopes to press home with a barrage of projections and…

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Donald Trump and Mark CubanLucas Jackson | Reuters; Getty ImagesFormer President Donald Trump on Saturday railed against fellow billionaire Mark Cuban, who has been vigorously campaigning for his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris.”Mark Cuban is a Loser,” Trump wrote in a Saturday Truth Social post. “Wouldn’t take his phone calls anymore while at the White House, and he went rogue. A weak and pathetic ‘bully,’ he’s got nothing going. Really low clubhead speed, a total non-athlete!”Trump’s insults come several days after Cuban mocked the Republican presidential nominee’s tariff proposals at a Harris campaign rally.”Let me just tell you, this…

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They drove themselves to the poor house.Transportation costs have risen by more than 39 percent for the average household in the New York City metropolitan area since the pandemic — but the main culprit is the fact that more people bought cars, the ultimate economic albatross, a new report from state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli shows.While transit costs rose 28.7 percent between 2019 and 2023, the cost of buying and fueling a car rose 72 percent during the same period. Gasoline costs weren’t the main cause — they’re “only” up 30 percent — but the annualized cost of buying a new or used car…

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“ Novel Investigational Combination Regimen is Advancing to Phase 3 and has the Potential to Become the First Weekly Oral HIV Treatment “ FOSTER CITY, Calif., & RAHWAY, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) and Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, today announced new results from a Phase 2 clinical study evaluating the investigational combination of islatravir, an investigational nucleoside reverse transcriptase translocation inhibitor, and lenacapavir, a first-in-class HIV-1 capsid inhibitor. These late-breaking data were presented during an oral session at IDWeek 2024, taking place in Los Angeles, and virtually, from October 16-19.…

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The stock market bubble today looks different from those of the past.Drew Angerer / GettyInvestors worried about a market correction should adjust their portfolios, David Rosenberg says.The top economist has warned stocks are in a bubble and at risk of a major decline.He advised investors to pay attention to key sectors and add “insurance” to their portfolios.A number of Wall Street forecasters have been warning of a stock bubble as the market climbs to a series of fresh highs in 2024 — and investors worried about such a scenario should be putting their money in a handful of assets to…

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Los Angeles, USA, October 19th, 2024, Chainwire $DOG of announces the release of its limited-edition $DOG Plushie, set to launch on October 19, 2024, an occasion now being called “$DOGTOBER 19.” These collectible plush toys provide fans and newcomers with a tangible connection to the $DOG ecosystem, bridging the digital world of cryptocurrency with a physical collectible designed for both enjoyment and community engagement. This exclusive collection, featuring 100,000 individually serialized plushies, will be available globally on launch day. Each plushie will wear one of three hoodie colors—Common, Uncommon, or Rare, each inspired by milestones in $DOG’s journey within the…

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We recently compiled a list of 7 Most Profitable Gaming Stocks To Invest In. In this article, we will look at where NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) ranks among the most profitable gaming stocks to invest in.Gaming Evolution: Key Trends Shaping the MarketThe gaming industry is currently experiencing significant changes driven by technology and evolving consumer preferences. One of the most notable trends is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), which is transforming game development and player experiences. AI is being used to create more realistic environments and enhance gameplay by adapting to individual player styles. Here’s a short excerpt from our…

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‘He Taught Me A Word I Never Heard,’ Says Shaquille O’Neal About The Time He Received The Greatest Investment Advice From A Rich 80-Year-OldShaquille O’Neal has developed a successful business, entertainment and investing career in addition to his illustrious athletic career. He also hosts a program called “The Break” on his YouTube channel, in which he talks to a group of guests in a lighthearted and informal discussion about important topics like money management.But just like anyone else, he wasn’t born knowing all the ins and outs of managing money. In an episode called “Investing,” Shaq shared a story that…

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Red Bull Racing’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen celebrates winning the United States Formula One Sprint at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, on October 19, 2024. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)Angela Weiss | Afp | Getty ImagesRed Bull’s Max Verstappen won the United States Grand Prix sprint race Saturday to earn his first victory of any kind in nearly five months and keep McLaren’s Lando Norris from chipping away at his lead in the Formula 1 season championship.Norris kept Verstappen in sight for 18 of 19 laps at the Circuit of the Americas after he launched…

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