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Samsung’s new phones hit shelves later this month, days after Chinese rival Honor launched its new folding phone.

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The firm is highlighting its potential advantages for advisors who might be on the fence about going to LPL Financial.

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The fund pulled in more than $18 million in assets over two days last week but has seen negligible interest from investors long term.

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Media & Entertainment

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Applications for the city’s three casino licenses were due to the New York State Gaming Facility Location Board last week.

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JPMorgan Files to Launch Money Market ETF

The fund marks the latest example of issuers capitalizing on growing investor appetite for lower-risk options.

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Markets

Improving S&P 500 Outlook Signals Revival of TINA Trade

The TINA trade has hit some snags in recent years, with bonds looking like a pretty swell alternative in an era of high interest rates.

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Banking

HSBC Waves Caution Flag for Wall Street Giants

The bank downgraded JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Bank of America, citing a classic case of macroeconomic uncertainty.

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Consumer

Walmart Gate-Crashes Amazon’s Annual Sales Bash

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History suggests that a little competition will be good for not just Walmart and Amazon, but the retail sector as a whole.

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Patent Drop

Glimpse into the future of technology.

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Why Black Americans Save Less and How Advisors Can Help

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Even at higher income levels, Black Americans report having less saved for retirement, per the Employee Benefits Research Institute.

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