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‘It’s expensive’: Syria’s electricity has improved, but challenges remain

People living in Damascus, Syria, feel that their electricity is much better now. But, they find that the energy costs too much money. So, even though the power is good, it is also expensive. These two things show a mixed situation for Syrians.

Jul 13, 09:34upd. 19d
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New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers

A new housing law was passed to make homes more affordable. The law includes measures like subsidies for first‑time buyers and limits on price increases. Experts say these changes will help buyers and sellers, but the effects will not be seen right away. It may take months or years before the market shows lower prices.

Jul 11, 13:41upd. 20d
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These are the cheapest S&P 500 stocks with most upside as August approaches

CNBC looked at the S&P 500, which is a list of 500 large U.S. companies. It found some stocks that have low prices but are expected to go up in value. These stocks are considered cheap and have the most potential upside as August comes near. The screen used simple rules to pick these stocks.

Jul 31, 16:05upd. 20h
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Jim Cramer: Buy this industrial stock on the dip if you don't own it already

Jim Cramer, host of CNBC's Mad Money, told viewers to buy a specific industrial stock when its price falls. He said investors who do not already own the stock should consider buying it on the dip. The advice was given during the Investing Club's Morning Meeting at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Jul 31, 16:21upd. 20h
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A portfolio manager says investors are looking overseas as Magnificent Seven worries grow. Here are the stocks and sectors he favors

A portfolio manager from Janus Henderson said investors are moving money outside the United States. He said worries about too much focus on the Magnificent Seven stocks are growing. The Magnificent Seven are the biggest U.S. tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia. He shared which foreign stocks and sectors he thinks are good choices now.

Jul 31, 07:16upd. 1d
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Americans are spending plenty — but they’re saving much less

In June, Americans spent more money on goods and services than before. This rise continued a strong second quarter for consumer spending. At the same time, inflation made prices higher, so people had to use their savings to pay for purchases. As a result, the amount of money saved by households went down.

Jul 30, 14:40upd. 1d
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These biggest and ‘least loved’ stocks are the ones to pick ahead of earnings

Some big companies are seen as less exciting by investors. However, these unpopular stocks could be great to buy now. This is because they might grow profits a lot soon. Experts think this good growth will lift the S&P 500 index. The S&P 500 is a measure of many US stocks.

Jul 13, 10:38upd. 19d
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Global oil demand is dropping, but US drivers keep buying more gas

The world needs less oil this year. This means global demand for oil is going down. However, drivers in the United States are still buying more gasoline. This shows a big difference between worldwide and US habits.

Jul 10, 21:14upd. 22d
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Linde's post-earnings slide is a buying opportunity. Here's why

{"Linde's stock fell sharply after its earnings report.","It is on track for its worst trading day in more than a year.","Some analysts say the drop creates a buying opportunity for long‑term investors.","They believe the company's fundamentals remain strong despite short‑term problems."}

Jul 31, 17:06upd. 19h
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Copper may hit new high as AI demand collides with deadly storms, strategists say

{"Copper prices may rise to a new record because demand from artificial intelligence is growing.","Strong storms in Chile have damaged copper mines and disrupted mining operations.","The storms have reduced the amount of copper that can be mined and shipped.","Experts say the combination of higher demand and lower supply could push prices up."}

Jul 31, 05:00upd. 1d
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Indonesian state telecom said to weigh sale of venture arm managing $830 million

Indonesia's state-owned telecom company is thinking about selling its venture arm, MDI Ventures. MDI Ventures manages about $830 million in investments. The idea comes from people who know about the discussions. No decision has been made yet.

Jul 30, 22:50upd. 1d
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McDonald's charts are starting to coil in the direction of a buy signal, Jay Woods says

Analyst Jay Woods says McDonald's stock chart shows a pattern that suggests a buy signal. He points out low volatility on earnings day and a strong support level. Woods also notes that the fundamental story for many fast‑food companies is improving. Because of these factors, he thinks McDonald's could be a good short‑term investment.

Jul 30, 17:00upd. 1d
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Group 1 Q2 2026 slides: Hennessy deal, cost cuts amid sales miss

{"Group 1 shared its Q2 2026 results in a slide presentation.","The company announced a deal with Hennessy.","One report says sales missed targets and Group 1 will cut costs.","Another report focuses on the Hennessy deal and says earnings missed expectations."}

Jul 30, 17:10upd. 1d
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