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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Nov. 18, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (November 9, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The Nvidia Way’.

How Jensen Huang and Nvidia Led an AI Revolution

Nvidia’s CEO turned a struggling upstart into the world’s most valuable company. It took 30 years.

Inflation May Not Be Tamed. Commodities Can Protect You.

If prices start rising again, copper, corn, and oil could offer protection.

The Age of AI Is Still in the Early Innings. These 3 Stocks Will Keep Winning.

Barron’s interviewed more than a dozen senior executives across the world’s most important tech companies. Here’s why they remain bullish on the long-term opportunity for AI. Plus, the stocks to buy now.

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The Economist Magazine – November 16, 2024 Preview

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What’s about to hit the world economy?

The Economist Magazine (November 14, 2024): The latest issue features What’s about to hit the world economy?

Middle-class and minimum-wage – The strange politics of wage compression in Britain

Paying the climate bill – The energy transition will be much cheaper than you think

What to make of Trump’s picks – Loyalty, competence and an appetite for disruption are among the traits he is filtering for

Investing in Africa – Poor data and small capital markets make it hard to gauge risks and returns

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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Nov. 11, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (November 9, 2024): The latest issue features ‘What Lies Ahead’ – It’s Donald Trump’s market now. Investors need to prepare.

Dear Trump: Leave Powell Alone, Keep an Eye on Musk

The stock market welcomed your victory but will turn quickly if the economy falters.

Buffett Bails Out of Some Big Berkshire Stock Bets

Buffett Bails Out of Some Big Berkshire Stock Bets

Berkshire was a net seller of $127 billion of stocks this year, bringing its equity portfolio down to $300 billion and nearly doubling its cash position to a record $311 billion.

Bonds Are in Turmoil Again. How to Protect Your Portfolio.

Bonds Are in Turmoil Again. How to Protect Your Portfolio.

Consider shifting to areas of the market that are less sensitive to inflation expectations.

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The Economist Magazine – November 9, 2024 Preview

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Welcome to Trump’s world

The Economist Magazine (November 9, 2024): The latest issue features: Welcome to Trump’s world…

Donald Trump’s victory was resounding. His second term will be, too

Congress is not likely to be much of a constraint on him

Losers from Labour’s budget

Businesses and farmers will be hit with more tax

Germany’s political mess

Olaf Scholz finally runs out of patience with Christian Lindner

In praise of open-source AI

Their critics dwell on the dangers and underestimate the benefits

The best TV of 2024

The small screen claims some riveting shows this year, both new and returning

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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine-Nov. 4, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (October 26, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The Secret to Walmart’s Success’…

Walmart Is on a Winning Streak. How the Walton Family Keeps the World’s Biggest Retailer on Track.

Beyond bricks and mortar: Walmart’s executives and family owners quietly share a bond that helps the grocery and retail giant thrive, year after year.

What the Election Means for Companies and Sectors

We size up the likely impacts on the auto industry, energy, healthcare, industrials, regional banks, and technology.Long read

Move Over, Banks. Alternative Asset Giants Plunge Into Private Credit.

Lending from asset managers has quadrupled over the past decade to nearly $2 trillion in assets.

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The Economist Magazine – November 2, 2024 Preview

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What could possibly go wrong?

The Economist Magazine (October 31, 2024): The latest issue features: ‘What could possibly go wrong?‘

A second Trump term comes with unacceptable risks

If The Economist had a vote, we would cast it for Kamala Harris

The British budget—big numbers, narrow vision

A bigger state but an irrational way to fund it

Does China need more stimulus?

The Communist Party may be hoarding fiscal firepower to offset a possible trade war

Focusing on ADHD

It should not be treated as a disorder

The Telegram: a new column on world affairs

The old order is dying. Our geopolitics columnist will tell you what’s coming next

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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine-October 28, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (October 26, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Retirement NIghtmare’…

They Bought Insurance for Security in Old Age. They Got a Financial Nightmare Instead.

People who bought long-term care policies decades ago face a wrenching dilemma: Pay much higher premiums or brace for crippling bills to cover their care in old age.

Stocks Could Rally 7%-8% Through Next Year, According to Our Exclusive Poll of Investment Pros

Barron’s latest Big Money poll finds money managers bullish on earnings, worried about inflation, and buying gold.Long read

A Stealth Way to Grow Your Savings for Retirement

Health savings accounts have tax advantages that can help you save for retirement. What to know before you invest.4 min read

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The Economist Magazine – October 26, 2024 Preview

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The everything drugs

The Economist Magazine (October 17, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The Everything Drugs‘…

The everything drugs

The doom loop in British prisons

Overcrowding leads to violence. Violence worsens a staffing crisis. A staffing crisis impedes rehabilitation

Our US election model: Trump ahead

With two weeks to go, the Republican candidate now has a slight lead

Inside Hizbullah’s finances

Why Israel is now bombing Lebanese banks

Putin’s plan to dethrone the dollar

He hopes this week’s BRICS summit will spark a sanctions-busting big bang

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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine-October 21, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (October 19, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The Millennial Divide’….

Millennials Aren’t Falling Behind After All. This Data Reveals the Generation’s Deeper Problem.

Millennials might be doing better than their predecessors—but they also might be the most economically divided generation that America has ever seen.

Immigration Is a Top Issue for Voters—and Companies Like Amazon

Immigration Is a Top Issue for Voters—and Companies Like Amazon

Voters will soon decide if they want Trump or Harris to handle the immigration crisis. The consequences for corporate America and the economy run deep.

8 Other Dividend Stocks Beyond the Usual Suspects

8 Other Dividend Stocks Beyond the Usual Suspects

With utilities, pipelines, and REITs fully priced and at times dividend-light, yield-hungry investors should consider alternatives like Pfizer and Chevron.

Immigration Is a Top Issue for Voters—and Companies Like Amazon

Immigration Is a Top Issue for Voters—and Companies Like Amazon

Voters will soon decide if they want Trump or Harris to handle the immigration crisis. The consequences for corporate America and the economy run deep.Long read

8 Other Dividend Stocks Beyond the Usual Suspects

8 Other Dividend Stocks Beyond the Usual Suspects

With utilities, pipelines, and REITs fully priced and at times dividend-light, yield-hungry investors should consider alternatives like Pfizer and Chevron.Long read

Take the Win: Rebalance Your Portfolio Before Markets Get Bumpy

Take the Win: Rebalance Your Portfolio Before Markets Get Bumpy

The bull market may be nearing a peak after a stellar two-year run. Rebalancing into these areas could help you avoid losses.

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The Economist Magazine – October 19, 2024 Preview

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The envy of the world

The Economist Magazine (October 17, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The Envy of the World’ – America’s Economy Special Report..

The envy of the world

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