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FDA investigating lead contamination in applesauce that may have sickened dozens of children

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating an applesauce product that may have been responsible for the lead poisonings of dozens of children and whether an ingredient was changed to save money. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC […]

Netanyahu hints at possibility of new negotiations to get hostages home

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted the door is not closed to new negotiations to get hostages held by Hamas home, as thousands of protesters gathered in Tel Aviv in one of the biggest demonstrations since the war began. NBC News’ Hallie Jackson reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your […]

Millions at risk for flash flooding as massive storm system moves through Florida

A massive storm system is moving through Florida, putting millions at risk for flash flooding in the region. Officials lowered the water level in more than 2,000 miles of canals to lessen the flood risk. NBC News’ Marissa Parra has the story. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC […]

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says being a good listener is key to leadership

Steve Ballmer started at Microsoft (MSFT) as Bill Gates’ assistant in 1980, when he was employee number 30. He later went on to become its CEO at the height of the dot-com bubble. His unmatched energy and passion for all things ​​Microsoft was on full display at his infamous product launches. Unfortunately for Ballmer, Microsoft’s stock price did not match that energy. He announced his retirement in 2013, after losing billions of dollars on acquisitions and on the Surface tablet. Microsoft’s stock price rebounded on the news, in part contributing to the billions he ultimately made in Microsoft employee stock options – enough to buy the Los Angeles Clippers. You […]

U.S. economy: ‘The consumer is really what’s going to make the difference,’ expert explains

The banking industry has been through a rough patch in 2023 with the collapse of several regional banks, increased regulations, and higher interest rates encouraged by the Federal Reserve. Citizens Vice Chair Brendan Coughlin joins Yahoo Finance to discuss what lies ahead as the financial sector deals with a looming credit crisis and an economic hard-landing scenario leading into 2024. “”There’s a lot of dynamics to face. I would say the resiliency and the strength of the consumer [is] still really strong despite all that, and I think there’s a chance that the strength of the consumer is really what’s going to make the difference in this economy in 2024 […]

Fed Chair on monetary policy: ‘Inflation is too high… and the path forward is uncertain’

The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it has decided to maintain interest rates in a range of 5.25%-5.50%. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced the decision this afternoon. Here are the top three takeaways investors need to know regarding the decision. 1. The Fed remains committed to return inflation to 2% (00:00:03) “Inflation is still too high. Ongoing progress in bringing it down is not assured, and the path forward is uncertain,” Powell said. “As we look ahead to next year, I want to assure the American people that we’re fully committed to returning inflation to our 2% goal.” 2. The Fed decided to maintain target range at 5.25-5.5% (00:00:39) […]

Can the Magnificent Seven continue to dominate in 2024?

The Magnificent Seven tech stocks — Amazon (AMZN), Apple (AAPL), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Nvidia (NVDA), Meta (META), Microsoft (MSFT), and Tesla (TSLA) — have dominated 2023’s headlines, as well as the S&P 500 (^GSPC). Continuously outperforming expectations in spite of higher interest rates, can these stocks keep their shine with the Federal Reserve signaling an end to rate hikes? Envestnet Co-Chief Investment Officer Dana D’Auria joins Yahoo Finance to discuss stock market forecasts for 2024 and provides alternatives to the Magnificent Seven for investors to put in their portfolios. D’Auria explains that since many companies have yet to figure out AI, it becomes “”a lot to expect, you’re pricing in […]

Stock market news: Stocks little changed as rate cut doubts set in December 15 | Yahoo Finance

Stocks moved into positive territory Friday, with the Dow pulling just over the flat line as the prospect of deeper and earlier interest-rate cuts continued to buoy Wall Street’s spirits. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) ticked up 0.1%, or about 30 points, after the blue-chip index closed at a fresh all-time high Thursday. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) was virtually unchanged, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) gained 0.5%. Markets rejoiced after the Federal Reserve’s surprise shift in tone to dovish this week, as it signaled more rate cuts in 2024 and acknowledged its anti-inflation campaign is gaining traction. That has helped drive a record-setting rally in US stocks, and […]

Man buys out entire elementary school book fair

A #Missouri car salesman and the company he works for spent nearly $8,000 to buy out and donate an entire #book fair to an elementary school. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC […]

GM to layoff 1300 workers at Michigan plant in early 2024

General Motors (GM) will be laying off about 1,300 workers at two plants in Michigan. The move comes after GM announced it would be delaying the production of its electric pickup trucks to 2025. Yahoo Finance’s Seana Smith and Brad Smith discuss the announcement. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live.” About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. – Get the latest news and data at finance.yahoo.com – Download the Yahoo Finance app on […]