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Economics

Manufacturing, Construction Slowdown Trigger Broad Sell-Off

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Both manufacturing and construction spending came in softer than expected. The downbeats stoked fears of a downturn.

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Patent Drop

Tech Firms Inch Closer to Users with AI Wearables

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Your data may be more valuable than the money made from selling devices themselves, experts told Patent Drop.

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Consumer

Back-to-School Spending Is Flat or Falling, Depending on Whom You Ask

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Early data this year suggests back-to-school season spending is either flat from last year, or took a slight dip.

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Finance

Warfare is ESG Now

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Defense stocks are taking up a growing slice of the ESG (environmental, social, governance) pie. Reports attribute that to the war in Ukraine.

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Advisor Upside

Financial advisor news, market insights, and practice management essentials.

Microsoft Wants to Improve AI-Powered Code Generation

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Will AI Be Setting Your Salary Soon? Some Workers Hope So

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How AI Helps Doctors Fill Patient Care Gaps

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