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$7.25 federal minimum wage is a 'national disgrace,' says Sen. Bernie Sanders, backing push for $17/hour

There's a new push in Congress to raise the federal minimum wage to $17 per hour. Here's why workers and economists say higher pay is crucial.

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The No. 1 danger of not talking about money with your partner, according to Showtime therapist

CNBC spoke with Orna Guralnik, psychoanalyst on Showtime series "Couples Therapy," about the biggest money issues people face with their partners.

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$7.25 federal minimum wage is a 'national disgrace,' says Sen. Bernie Sanders, backing push for $17 per hour

There's a new push in Congress to raise the federal minimum wage to $17 per hour. Here's why workers and economists say higher pay is crucial.

2 years ago

Here are the top 10 tech stock analysts of the past decade, according to TipRanks

TipRanks' analyst ranking service ranks the top Wall Street firms of the past decade in the technology sector.

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As retirement age change sparks protests in France, here's what could happen in the U.S.

Exactly when to retire is typically a personal decision. But Social Security reforms could affect how well people live based on that timing.

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Summer travel: How to save during a busy, expensive season

It's expected to be a busy and costly summer travel season. But there are some ways to save.

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What Startup Rules Did Sam Altman Break During OpenAI’s Path to Its $30B Valuation?

Fortune | Steve Mollman | May 6, 2023 When it comes to artificial intelligence, Silicon Valley’s standard advice for startups might not apply. OpenAI, established in 2015, creators of ChatGPT and GPT-4, now boasts a valuation of nearly $30 billion. CEO Sam Altman, former head of Y Combinator, shared insights on the AI venture's unconventional


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Shopify's president on why he prefers paying micro-influencers to grow his own side hustle

Shopify president Harley Finkelstein says micro-influencers on Discord, Reddit, Pinterest can be wiser marketing than Instagram, TikTok personalities.

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How NBA star Damian Lillard turned a common foot injury into a sneaker business

Portland Trail Blazer Damian Lillard co-founded sneaker insole company Move after seeing the impact that good foot health could have on his NBA playing career.

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Impactive takes a stake in Clarivate and sets the tone for activism in the post-SPAC world

Impactive’s latest engagement with Clarivate shows how activists can seek potential in fallen SPAC stocks.

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Berkshire Hathaway's operating earnings increase 12% in the first quarter, cash hoard tops $130 billion

Berkshire Hathaway's operating earnings jumped in the first quarter, thanks in part to a rebound in the conglomerate's insurance business.

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4 of the best places for cash as the Federal Reserve weighs a pause in interest rate hikes

Here are four of the best options for cash as the Federal Reserve raises interest rates and weighs a future pause.

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Warren Buffett says American banks could face more turbulence ahead, but deposits are safe

Berkshire Hathaway has owned banks from early on in Buffett's long investing history, and he's stepped up to inject confidence into lenders several times.

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Warren Buffett says Berkshire Hathaway won't take full control of Occidental Petroleum

Warren Buffett said Berkshire doesn't plan on taking full control of Occidental Petroleum, an oil giant where it has amassed a stake north of 20%.

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Top Private Market Trends 2023

As we continue through 2023, the private market is seeing a number of trends that could continue to have an impact on investors, startups, and the overall industry. Here are ten private market trends to watch in the year ahead: … Continue reading

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