Monthly Archives: August 2022

Fox News Jess Watters suggests FBI planted evidence at Mar-a-Lago, citing only guesses and a ‘hunch’

Jesse Watters on August 9, 2022 Fox News/Internet TV Archive Fox News host Jesse Watters claimed the FBI “probably” planted evidence during its Mar-A-Lago raid. He provided no evidence for the outlandish claim, to which a Trump lawyer has also alluded. He also spoke of a “hunch” that the FBI “doctored evidence” to get the…

Goldman Sachs’ Marcus is beset with turnover and tension. As losses mount, Goldman’s venture onto Main Street is becoming a defining moment for CEO David Solomon.

Hi. I’m Aaron Weinman. Today I want to highlight a deep dive about Marcus. This is Wall Street giant Goldman Sachs’ foray onto Main Street. Let’s go. If this was forwarded to you, sign up here. Download Insider’s app here. Anna Kim/Insider 1. High turnover, tensions between executives, and mounting losses at Goldman Sachs’ Marcus…

Citi warns these key tech stocks are facing their worst downturn since the dotcom bust – and that’s a red flag for the global economy

Citi has warned of a downturn for semiconductor stocks – which have already plunged 27% year-to-date. Michael Buholzer/Reuters Citi has warned struggling semiconductor stocks are set to fall further as the global economy worsens. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index has lost 27% this year, while Nvidia and Micron warned on revenue outlook. “We expect every company…

‘Big Short’ investor Michael Burry expects months of pain for markets and the economy – and cautions the Fed against cutting rates too hastily

Michael Burry. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images Michael Burry is bracing for a tough few months for US markets and the economy. The “Big Short” investor cautioned the Fed against cutting rates prematurely if inflation cools. Burry bemoaned the “silliness” in markets after two newly listed stocks skyrocketed in value. Michael Burry expects bleak days ahead for…

US adults will consume almost as much media as last year, but TV viewing will decline

The pandemic drove a dramatic increase in time US consumers spend per day with media. Most of those increases will stick in 2021; but traditional TV will lose all its 2020 gains. Do you work in the Marketing, Media & Advertising industry? Get business insights on the latest tech innovations, market trends, and your competitors…

Here are the 10 worst airports in the US for flight cancellations, according to data. The top 2 are in New York and New Jersey.

AirHelp’s data showed that New York’s LaGuardia Airport had the most flight cancellations in peak summer season, per Bloomberg. AP Data has revealed the 10 worst US airports for flight cancellations. LaGuardia Airport ranked worst, followed by Newark Liberty International, per the data. The data was compiled by German claims-management firm AirHelp and reported by…

Younger consumers, especially Gen Z, are getting squeezed the most by surging rent rates as inflation bites the US economy, says Bank of America

A “For Rent” sign outside of a house. ejs9/Getty Images Younger consumers are being squeezed the most by surging rent rates, Bank of America said. Rent payment for Gen Z was up 16% in July compared to last year, and only up 3% for Baby Boomers.  “A sizeable increase in rental prices have squeezed consumer…

Spotify is selling tickets directly to fans in its latest test

Spotify has quietly debuted a new website where fans can purchase tickets to their favorite artists’ concerts directly from the streaming platform. There’s no fanfare surrounding Spotify Tickets’ launch, because it’s strictly a test product at the moment, and it’s only selling pre-sale tickets to a limited number of artists’ upcoming events. The portal’s debut…

Google Nest Doorbell (battery) vs Nest Hello Doorbell (wired): What’s the difference?

Google Nest first introduced a video doorbell in the form of the Nest Hello back in 2018. It was a wired doorbell, meaning installation wasn’t suitable – or more difficult – for some households.  Three years later in 2021, Google Nest added a battery-powered doorbell, with a few extra features compared to the Nest Hello….