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Riders of the Wave

Sea lions surfing huge waves

near Santa Barbara Island, California filmed by Ryan Lawler of Pacific Offshore Expeditions

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Markets

Why Lower Interest Rates May Not Deliver the Affordability Washington Wants

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In recent days the spread between the 10-year and two-year yields has been hovering near the highest levels since April.

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International Economics

US Trade Deficit Shrinks to Lowest Since 2009

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Imports fell 3.2% from the previous month to $331.4 billion in October, and exports rose 2.6% to $302 billion.

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Patent Drop

Glimpse into the future of technology.

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Google Patent Highlights AI and Quantum’s Symbiotic Relationship
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The Time and Place for AI Code Generators
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Into the Future: The Patent Drop Highlight Reel
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Amazon Tries to Help Alexa Get Personal

Advisor Upside

Goldman, BNY Pershing Break into the Client Referral Game

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The companies will match advisors with retail clients and compete with similar programs from Fidelity and Charles Schwab.

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